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 Medical University President Dr. Mantosh Dewan named to City & State's Upstate 100
Annual list recognizes leaders making a lasting impact across Upstate New York
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 10:46:00 AM
Upstate hosts statewide conference to advance disability and assistive technology education
Statewide event brings together interdisciplinary experts to improve disability education and access to assistive technology.
Thursday, July 23, 2026 2:42:00 PM
Student Clinical Assistant Program helps builds tomorrow's nursing workforce
More than two decades of hands-on experience have helped prepare nursing students for practice while creating a strong recruitment pipeline for Upstate University Hospital.
Thursday, July 23, 2026 9:30:00 AM
Christina Dickerson named community relations manager
She will oversee the university’s $600,000 annual Community Giving Campaign and regional outreach initiatives.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 10:48:00 AM

Events

Upstate Foundation events

2026 SAVE THE DATES
Power of Us – Employee Giving Program
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 – July: 7 Eleven, Love's Travel Stops, Speedway, Tops Friendly Markets, Walmart

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

Jeeps at the Beach: August 2

Joey's Wish Putt Putt: August 15 & 16

Sock Out Cancer Benefit Concert: October 17