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...

 
 

1,300+

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

$10.4 Million

2025 awards, scholarships and grants – to benefit patients, students, researchers, the community

News

Recent Categories
Upstate University Hospital CEO to lead second anniversary celebration of Walk with a Doc June 13
Robert Corona, DO, MBA, will discuss “Exercising Your Brain to Boost Mental Fitness.”
Thursday, June 11, 2026 1:58:00 PM
HANYS spotlights Upstate’s High-Risk Psychiatry Program
The Healthcare Association of New York State showcases program as a model of innovative, lifesaving behavioral health care.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 2:16:00 PM
Upstate researcher earns NIH grant to study lung immunity in aging adults
Dr. Mobin Karimi’s highly ranked NIH-funded project will investigate how key immune cells protect against viral infections and why those defenses weaken with age.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 11:10:00 AM
Upstate honors accessibility champions with inaugural Sunflower Awards
Student-led initiative recognizes faculty and staff who advance accessibility and inclusion, and support learners, patients, and colleagues across campus.
Monday, June 8, 2026 2:04:00 PM

Events

Upstate Foundation events

2026 SAVE THE DATES
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 – June: Auburn Community FCU, DQ Grill & Chill, Ollie's, Tops Friendly Markets, Walmart

3 Rivers Car Cruz-In: Wednesdays through September; weather permitting

North Shore Rodeo: June 20

Sprinkles of Support: July 10

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

Jeeps at the Beach: August 2