Our LeadSafeCNY initiative is helping put a stop to childhood lead poisoning to give our next generation of residents hope for a brighter future. So far, more than 1,600 windows and 160 doors have been replaced, nearly 230 safe and affordable rental units have been constructed or renovated and more than 280 individuals have been trained on proper lead paint removal.

Nourishing the education of our region’s residents from infancy to adulthood is a priority in our initiatives and grantmaking.  Nearly 2 million free children’s books have been distributed in Onondaga County through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and more than 6,000 Say Yes Syracuse students have enrolled in 2 and 4-year colleges.

Our resources and community knowledge allow us to act quickly during times of crisis. More than $2 million in response grants were distributed during the first few years of the COVID-19 pandemic.