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

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Upstate cardiologist helps develop AI tool to identify heart attack patients at risk for internal bleeding
Scoring system could help doctors identify patients at high risk of intramyocardial hemorrhage and guide treatment and monitoring

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 4:13:00 PM
Upstate opens therapeutic playground for children receiving inpatient mental health care
New outdoor space integrates play and clinical care for children and adolescents with developmental and mental health disorders
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 3:29:00 PM
Philanthropy turns generosity into hope for Upstate children
Upstate Foundation’s 50th anniversary highlights partnership with Make-A-Wish Central New York, honoring the legacies of Libby Rubenstein and Logan McGill while granting a child’s Walt Disney World wish.
Thursday, August 13, 2026 9:15:00 AM
Upstate, SUNY Broome establish new pathway for health science students
The agreement creates a streamlined pathway for SUNY Broome health science students to pursue bachelor’s degrees in four health professions at Upstate.
Thursday, August 13, 2026 7:47:00 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 – August: 7 Eleven, Ace Hardware, Love's Travel Stops, Speedway

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

Joey's Wish Putt Putt: August 15 & 16

Clark Burn Center trivia night: September 18

PGA REACH CNY Birdie Bash: September 28

Sock Out Cancer Benefit Concert: October 17