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 President Dr Mantosh Dewan to receive honorary degree at Syracuse University Commencement Sunday
Longtime physician, educator and mental health leader honored for decades of contributions to psychiatry, medical education and expanding care access across Central New York.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 11:36:00 AM
From EMT to RN to DNP: Upstate grad wastes no time moving forward
Upstate College of Nursing graduate Kris Ferrara earns his nursing degree May 3 and begins his doctorate the very next day.
Thursday, April 30, 2026 4:49:00 PM
Child and adolescent psychiatrist to lead Walk With a Doc May 2
A brief talk on Healthy Minds, Healthy Future, will kick off the walk.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 7:30:00 PM
Upstate to graduate first class from accelerated three-year MD pathway
Nine students complete fast-track pathway designed to cut time, cost, and secure in-house residencies.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 10:20:00 AM

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 – May: Auburn Community FCU, Circle K, Costco, Kinney Drugs, Ollie's, Speedway

3 Rivers Car Curz-In: May 13-September
Weather permitting each week

8th Annual Drag Brunch: May 31

Paige’s Butterfly Run: June 6

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