50 years of service. Countless lives impacted.

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 first in New York outside NYC to offer advanced atrial fibrillation ablation technology
New catheter provides faster, safer pulsed field ablation for patients with irregular heart rhythms.
Thursday, March 12, 2026 8:46:00 PM
Castle Connolly names Upstate University Hospital to 2026 Top Hospitals list
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals is a recognition program that identifies hospitals delivering exceptional care for specific surgical procedures, specialty performance, and overall national excellence.
Thursday, March 12, 2026 2:01:00 PM
From treatment to transformation: cancer masks become art
A unique Upstate program pairs student creativity with cancer education, turning radiation masks into powerful works that highlight HPV prevention and support head and neck cancer patients.
Thursday, March 12, 2026 1:40:00 PM
Poison prevention is topic for Upstate Walk with a Doc event March 14
Dr. Michael Keenan will discuss household hazards and tips for poison prevention in a pre-walk talk.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 10:41:00 AM

Events

Upstate Foundation events

2026 SAVE THE DATES
Doctor's Day: March 30
White Coat Rock: April 15
Power of Us: May/June
Upstate Open: July 30
Towsley ProAm: August 31
Call In for Cancer: October 15
Legacy Luncheon: October 20
Gala 50th Anniversary Celebration: October 24
GivingTuesday: December 1

Community events

Shop & Give – March: DQ Grill & Chill, Mirabito Convenience Stores, Speedway

Pedaling 4 Paige: March 21

Hope & Dignity: April 16
Housecalls for the Homeless and In My Father’s Kitchen

Strikes Against Stroke: May 1

Paige’s Butterfly Run: June 6

Back the Blue and Red
Motorcycle Run: July 25
Golf Tournament: July 26