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 launches study to find new treatment for post treatment Lyme disease syndrome
Researchers seek participants to test safety and effectiveness of a novel Ceftriaxone dosing regimen for patients with persistent symptoms after Lyme disease treatment.
Monday, June 30, 2025 11:27:00 AM

Upstate Spina Bifida Center earns national reaccreditation through 2030
Recognition by Spina Bifida Association highlights Upstate’s commitment to comprehensive, interdisciplinary care and community inclusion for individuals with spina bifida.
Thursday, June 26, 2025 2:01:00 PM

Upstate honors 2025 Excellence Award winners for transformative impact and compassionate leadership
From infection prevention to patient care, innovation to community service, this year’s honorees embody the best of Upstate—recognized in a festive tropical-themed celebration.
Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:53:00 AM

Upstate's SURF program welcomes largest cohort yet
Thirty-eight top undergraduates from across the U.S. immerse themselves in research, mentorship, and clinical experience in the university’s expanding summer pipeline to STEM careers.
Monday, June 23, 2025 1:16:00 PM

Events

Upstate Foundation events

Upstate Towlsey Pro-Am
Monday, June 23, 2025

Upstate Open
Thursday, July 31, 2025

Upstate Walk Run for Kids
Saturday, September 27, 2025

Upstate Legacy Society Luncheon
Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Call In for Cancer
Thursday, October 16, 2025

Upstate Gala
Friday, November 21, 2025

Community events

Shop & Give – June
DQ Grill & Chill, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, Speedway, Tops Friendly Markets, Walmart

3 Rivers Cruz-in
Wednesdays through September, weather permitting

Pizza and Wings Festival
Friday, July 11, 2025

Back the Blue and Red
Motorcyle Run: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Golf Tournament: Sunday, July 13, 2025

Sprinkles of Support
Thursday, July 17, 2025

Putting for Purple
Saturday, July 26, 2025

Jeeps at the Beach
Saturday, August 3, 2025

Life Worth Living 5K Run & Walk
Saturday, August 16, 2025

Connor’s Way Run/Walk
Sunday, September 21, 2025

Sock Out Cancer Benefit Concert
Satureday, October 18, 2025