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 joins New York's Cannabis Center of Excellence to advance clinician education
Upstate's efforts will focus on the clinical use of cannabis, its safety profile, and public health implications.


Tuesday, June 30, 2026 11:50:00 AM
Dr Stephen Thomas named interim vice president for research
Nationally recognized physician-scientist and vaccine researcher will lead Upstate's expanding research enterprise following David Amberg's retirement.
Friday, June 26, 2026 7:13:00 AM
Upstate to welcome SUNY College of Optometry to Syracuse campus
Partnership expands Doctor of Optometry education to Central New York, creating a new clinical training pathway while helping address the region's growing need for eye care providers.
Friday, June 26, 2026 6:58:00 AM
Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital geneticist named to state Rare Diseases Council
Joan Pellegrino, MD, a leader in newborn screening and inherited metabolic disorders, will serve on New York's 17-member advisory panel.
Thursday, June 25, 2026 1:55:00 PM

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 – June: Auburn Community FCU, DQ Grill & Chill, Ollie's, Tops Friendly Markets, Walmart

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

Sprinkles of Support: July 10

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

Jeeps at the Beach: August 2