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’s Walk with a Doc is Jan. 10
Orthopedic surgeon to offer insight on how to prevent slips and falls in the winter weather.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 1:07:00 PM
New minimally invasive heart valve procedure gives high-risk patients new options at Upstate
After performing Upstate’s first MitraClip repair, cardiology chief Ankur Kalra, MD, aims to build a comprehensive transcatheter valve program.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 10:31:00 AM
Upstate President Mantosh Dewan, MD, named to 2025 Upstate Power 100
City & State New York recognizes Dewan’s leadership and Upstate Medical University’s growing $3.2 billion economic impact.
Thursday, January 1, 2026 8:13:00 PM
Upstate Medical University named a 2026 Best Place to Work in IT by Computerworld
Upstate ranks No. 25 among large organizations worldwide—rising 10 spots from last year—and places in the top 10 for career development and training, underscoring a culture of innovation, growth and employee empowerment.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 2:10:00 PM

Events

Upstate Foundation events

2026 SAVE THE DATES
Radiothon: February 10 & 11
Doctor's Day: March 30
Power of Us: May/June
Towsley ProAm: June 22
Upstate Open: July 30
Legacy Luncheon: October 1
Call In for Cancer: October 15
Gala 50th Anniversary Celebration TBA
GivingTuesday: December 1

Community events

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

Hope & Dignity
Housecalls for the Homeless and In My Father's Kitchen
Thursday, April 16, 2026

Paige's Butterfly Run
Saturday, June 6, 2026