The lounge/activity area in the McMahon-Ryan Child Advocacy Center

A three-story historic building was renovated into a state-of-the-art facility that provides McMahon/Ryan Child Advocacy Center with 10 times the space it had in its previous location, allowing multiple agencies to serve the needs of vulnerable victims under one roof.

Students enjoying the process of creating model rockets.

Children at McKinley Brighton Middle School add the final touches to model rockets of all shapes, sizes, and colors. Once fully assembled, the countdown will begin.

Matthew House resident relaxing in the lounge area.

Matthew House is a two-bed, not-for-profit, non-denominational home for people who are terminally ill and who for a variety of reasons, can no longer remain in their own homes.

Rick Rarick, farm manager, kneeling next to plants in greenhouse.

Matthew 25 uses its farms located in Tully and LaFayette to grow and harvest fresh fruits and vegetables for distribution free of charge to those in need.

A woman smiles and speaks to a crowd

The Community Foundation recently awarded a second round of grants from its new Black Equity & Excellence Fund. Grants from the fund support Black-led nonprofit organizations and projects that counteract systemic racism.

Recent graduate holds degree while in cap and gown

A new service expansion into Madison County will help students more easily find the healthy support system they need as they explore opportunities for a higher education.

Headshot of Kymberle Benderski

The Central New York Community Foundation has hired a new accountant.

hand holding growing money

Donor-advised funds have garnered increasing popularity as charitable vehicles for their flexibility, administrative ease, and tax advantages.

Peter Dunn

Peter Dunn explores the collaborative unification of Say Yes Syracuse and the Central New York Community Foundation.

Letty Murray in front of framed photo from her wedding day

A woman's extraordinary and inspiring persona is fueled by her generosity, kindness, and responsibility.