One of our most important responsibilities is the stewardship of the assets entrusted to us. We know that our donors rely on us to invest their resources prudently and to use the income produced in accordance with their charitable wishes, today and in the future. The following materials give you an overview of our most recently recorded financial position. Learn more about our investment management or view our most recent annual report for additional financials.

Dashboard (as of March 31, 2025)

 

 

Investment Performance

(Period Ending 9/30/2025)

Main Investment Pool

One Year Three Years Five Years Ten Years Fifteen Years
Total Fund 9.7% 13.5% 9.6% 8.6% 7.7%
Benchmark 14.7% 17.5% 10.0% 9.1% 7.9%

SRI Investment Pool

Learn more about our Sustainable Responsible Impact (SRI) investment pool.

One Month Three Month One Year Three Years Five Years
Total Fund 2.3% 6.4% 8.4% 15.7% N/A
Benchmark 3.1% 6.3% 13.5% 18.0% N/A

Financials

Previous 990s and financials as well as other information about Central New York Community Foundation’s purpose, programs and activities can be obtained by contacting us at 431 East Fayette Street, Syracuse, NY 13202; 315-422-9538; www.cnycf.org. A recently filed financial report is available from the Charities Registry on the New York State Attorney General’s website at www.charitiesnys.com or, upon request, by contacting the New York State Attorney General, Charities Bureau, 28 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10005 or by calling (212) 416-8401.

News & Stories

Blogs December 23, 2025

What We Are Up To | CNYCF Staff Updates

Our staff takes pride in not just serving our community, but actively shaping its future. ...

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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 ...

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News Releases December 15, 2025

$325,000 in Grants Awarded to Uplift and Serve Black Communities

The Central New York Community Foundation has awarded $325,000 in Black Equity & Excellence Fund ...

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Blogs December 12, 2025

Driver’s License Opens New Doors for Angie Torres and Her Family

Hear from Angie Torres, Community Member, as she shares how achieving a personal milestone — ...

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Stories December 9, 2025

Long-Lasting Giving: Karin DeLaney

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

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Publications December 9, 2025

Three Planning Scenarios for Year-End and Beyond

Three clients, one common theme: In 2025, giving early, donating appreciated stock and using Qualified ...

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Publications December 9, 2025

Turning Clean Water Access Into a Reality for Syracuse Students

Giving Voice Fall 2025: Donor Story

Blogs December 23, 2025

What We Are Up To | CNYCF Staff Updates

Our staff takes pride in not just serving our community, but actively shaping its future. ...

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 ...

Man standing with group of boys
News Releases December 15, 2025

$325,000 in Grants Awarded to Uplift and Serve Black Communities

The Central New York Community Foundation has awarded $325,000 in Black Equity & Excellence Fund ...

Woman smiling
Blogs December 12, 2025

Driver’s License Opens New Doors for Angie Torres and Her Family

Hear from Angie Torres, Community Member, as she shares how achieving a personal milestone — ...

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, ...

hand holding growing money
Publications December 9, 2025

Three Planning Scenarios for Year-End and Beyond

Three clients, one common theme: In 2025, giving early, donating appreciated stock and using Qualified ...

Group of People Standing In Front of Water Fountain
Publications December 9, 2025

Turning Clean Water Access Into a Reality for Syracuse Students

Giving Voice Fall 2025: Donor Story

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