News & Stories
The Central New York Community Foundation has promoted six staff members.
Hear from Kevin Bailey, founder of Come Out Central New York, on the importance of bringing LGBTQ+ organizers from across New York together to share ideas, connect and grow as community leaders.
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.
Sitting down to write your own obituary probably doesn’t sound like an ideal way to spend an afternoon. But, after many years of charitable planning, I have found that it can also be the key to unlocking deeper purpose and clarity.
Bellow, a native of Oswego, NY, chose to make the community her lifelong home. Through her legacy fund, Bellow plans to provide support to many groups, all of which reflect the causes most important to her — women, education, community needs and history.
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.
Orlando Mcinnsey launched a youth boxing and mental health program, All Mighty Boxing. It’s there that he trains local youth ages 6-18 in self-defense to help them cultivate resilience, emotional intelligence and community.