Keeping our communities healthy

The Upstate Foundation is a 501(c)3 public charity dedicated to improving the communities we serve through
support of patient care, education, scientific research, and community health and well-being. Learn more about us...

 
 

1,200+

Unique healthcare funds covering all aspects of the Foundation’s mission

$14 Million

2024 awards, scholarships and grants – to benefit patients, students, researchers, the community

News

Recent Categories
Upstate Foundation Gala steps out in support of nurses
A sneaker-themed celebration will raise funds for education, development and recognition of Upstate University Hospital’s Magnet-designated nursing team.
Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:47:00 PM
Upstate researcher awarded $3.1M NIH grant to uncover how amyloid diseases begin
Stewart Loh, PhD, leads a multi-institutional effort using microfluidic “mini kidneys” to test whether physical forces in blood flow spark harmful protein misfolding.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 11:54:00 AM
SUNY selects Upstate’s Augusta Williams for inaugural Sustainability Faculty Fellows Program
Assistant professor and climate-health researcher will support SUNY-wide efforts to expand sustainability learning and prepare students for a changing climate.
Monday, November 17, 2025 1:18:00 PM
BiRed Imaging wins $10,000 Alan W. Rothschild Innovation Award for AI-powered breast cancer screening technology
Upstate start-up recognized at Biotech Innovation Pitch for developing a contactless, radiation-free imaging system that accurately detects tumors using AI and thermal analysis.
Thursday, November 13, 2025 2:28:00 PM

Events

Upstate Foundation events

Upstate Gala
Friday, November 21, 2025

GivingTuesday
Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Community events

Shop & Give – November: 7-Eleven, Ace Hardware, Love's, Speedway, Valvoline

SU Charity Sports Auction
In-person: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Virtual: November 18-23, 2025