CENTRAL NEW YORK IS WHERE YOU HAVE PUT DOWN ROOTS.
THIS COMMUNITY IS PART OF WHO YOU ARE.
YOU CAN GIVE BACK WITH A GIFT TO THE REGION’S FUTURE.

Over the next several years, many local dollars will be transferring from one generation to the next through estate gifts. Many of these assets will be designated to heirs who live outside our community, decreasing the flow of support that Central New York charities rely on.

You can help our local charities continue their impactful work by setting aside a portion of your assets, no matter the amount, for Central New York – where you have raised a family, made life-long friends and formed unforgettable memories. Because of your love for the community you call home, consider this opportunity to enrich its future by joining other community-minded families and exploring how you can do your part. Learn More

Giving Stories

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Stories December 19, 2025

Syracuse’s First Black Teacher Passes On Her Blessings

Marjorie Dey Carter spent her life opening doors for others. As Syracuse City School District’s ...

Woman standing
Stories December 9, 2025

Long-Lasting Giving: Karin DeLaney

Karin DeLaney, Trusts and Estates and Elder Law Attorney - Member at Bousquet Holstein, PLLC, ...

News Releases July 31, 2025

A Legacy of Local Love: $125,000 Gift to Support Auburn’s Future

Described by friends and family as someone who never sat still for long, John Chomyk ...

Stories June 27, 2025

John Marsellus Memoriam

John D. Marsellus, a devoted civic leader, left a lasting legacy in Central New York ...

Publications April 1, 2025

Responsive Giving | Ursula Hubby

Over her 97 years, Ursula Hubby's generosity and kindness benefited countless Central New Yorkers. Now, ...

Publications March 28, 2025

Seeking Clarity? Write Your Obituary.

Sitting down to write your own obituary probably doesn’t sound like an ideal way to ...

OSWEGO, NY: A portrait of Nancy Bellow. Photo by Ben Cleeton
Publications March 27, 2025

Nancy Bellow | Giving For Purpose

Bellow, a native of Oswego, NY, chose to make the community her lifelong home. Through ...

Publications March 27, 2025

Lucy McLean | Unrestricted Giving

Last year, we shared Lucy's story as an example of how even the most surprising ...

Man and woman standing in front of church
Stories January 28, 2025

Holistic Giving: Jeff & Rachel Roney

Jeff and Rachel embrace giving in every facet of life—through faith, family and community. Their ...

Close up of woman
Stories December 19, 2025

Syracuse’s First Black Teacher Passes On Her Blessings

Marjorie Dey Carter spent her life opening doors for others. As Syracuse City School District’s ...

Woman standing
Stories December 9, 2025

Long-Lasting Giving: Karin DeLaney

Karin DeLaney, Trusts and Estates and Elder Law Attorney - Member at Bousquet Holstein, PLLC, ...

News Releases July 31, 2025

A Legacy of Local Love: $125,000 Gift to Support Auburn’s Future

Described by friends and family as someone who never sat still for long, John Chomyk ...

Stories June 27, 2025

John Marsellus Memoriam

John D. Marsellus, a devoted civic leader, left a lasting legacy in Central New York ...

Publications April 1, 2025

Responsive Giving | Ursula Hubby

Over her 97 years, Ursula Hubby's generosity and kindness benefited countless Central New Yorkers. Now, ...

Publications March 28, 2025

Seeking Clarity? Write Your Obituary.

Sitting down to write your own obituary probably doesn’t sound like an ideal way to ...

OSWEGO, NY: A portrait of Nancy Bellow. Photo by Ben Cleeton
Publications March 27, 2025

Nancy Bellow | Giving For Purpose

Bellow, a native of Oswego, NY, chose to make the community her lifelong home. Through ...

Publications March 27, 2025

Lucy McLean | Unrestricted Giving

Last year, we shared Lucy's story as an example of how even the most surprising ...

Man and woman standing in front of church
Stories January 28, 2025

Holistic Giving: Jeff & Rachel Roney

Jeff and Rachel embrace giving in every facet of life—through faith, family and community. Their ...

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