In the eighth year of its Cortland County Bright Ideas grants program (Bright Ideas), the Central New York Community Foundation distributed $45,000 to nine nonprofit organizations serving residents of Cortland County. Each organization received a $5,000 grant.

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The Central New York Community Foundation has promoted six staff members.

Picture of Kevin Bailey, Founder of Come Out Central New York, at the Empire State Of Pride Conference.

Kevin Bailey, fondateur de Come Out Central New York, explique l'importance de réunir les organisateurs LGBTQ+ de tout New York pour qu'ils partagent leurs idées, se connectent et se développent en tant que leaders de la communauté.

The Central New York Community Foundation is welcoming three new Black Equity & Excellence Fund advisory council members: Karla Hall, Indaria Jones and Reverend DeCarto D. Draper. Jr.

Over her 97 years, Ursula Hubby's generosity and kindness benefited countless Central New Yorkers. Now, her caring spirit carries on through charitable legacy that will continue to help others for generations.

S'asseoir pour rédiger sa propre notice nécrologique n'est probablement pas la façon idéale de passer l'après-midi. Pourtant, après de nombreuses années de planification caritative, j'ai découvert que cela peut aussi être la clé d'un objectif plus profond et d'une plus grande clarté.

OSWEGO, NY: A portrait of Nancy Bellow.  

Photo by Ben Cleeton

Mme Bellow, originaire d'Oswego, dans l'État de New York, a choisi de faire de cette communauté son lieu de résidence pour la vie. Grâce à son fonds d'héritage, Mme Bellow prévoit de soutenir de nombreux groupes, qui reflètent tous les causes qui lui tiennent le...

Last year, we shared Lucy's story as an example of how even the most surprising gifts can leave a legacy. Since then, we have received additional photos of Lucy's life from her remaining family.

People with developmental and intellectual disabilities have long been making meaningful contributions in workplaces and communities. Their skills, perspectives and dedication bring immense value to organizations that embrace inclusivity.

Before Rosemary Bucci passed away, she named the Central New York Community Foundation the recipient of over $1.5 Million bequest to create the Bucci-Deserio Family Foundation.