Our affiliate funds are field-of-interest funds guided by independent advisory groups. These funds demonstrate the strength and impact that a union of gifts can have in a community when paired with the Community Foundation’s endowment and financial stewardship. 

Cayuga Community Fund

The Cayuga Community Fund was created to benefit residents of Cayuga County by
serving as a source of permanent charitable dollars available to the region’s nonprofits.

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Greater Pulaski Community Endowment Fund

The Greater Pulaski Community Endowment Fund provides grants to nonprofit organizations addressing community needs in the Village of Pulaski and the Town of Richland in Oswego County.

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Oswego County Community Foundation

The Oswego County Community Foundation is a philanthropic initiative to attract and
retain permanent charitable dollars for the benefit of Oswego County.

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Women’s Fund of Central New York

The Women’s Fund of Central New York supports, empowers and recognizes the advancement and full participation of women and girls in Central New York.

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News & Stories

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News Releases November 22, 2024

The Leadership Classroom (TLC) Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Five recipients received special awards to honor their contributions to local communities.

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Publications November 21, 2024

Meals On Wheel Delivers Nutritious, Personal Interactions

Peter Wong, a former airline worker, found renewed purpose through North Area Meals on Wheels ...

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Publications November 21, 2024

Young Entrepreneur Making Waves in Hip-Hop

Sixteen-year-old Azory Infinite dreams of redefining music while breaking cycles of poverty. Through the Good ...

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Publications November 21, 2024

Couple shares ‘Rhapsody in Blue’ — and Green

Music has been a lifelong passion for retired physicians Dr. Harold L. Husovsky and Dr. ...

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News Releases November 19, 2024

Community Foundation Announces New Hires

The Central New York Community Foundation has hired Deraretu Abubeker as Scholarships & Student Success ...

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News Releases November 12, 2024

More than $235,000 in Grants Awarded to Black-Led Organizations

The Central New York Community Foundation recently distributed 19 grants totaling $239,850 from its Black ...

Blogs October 29, 2024

What We Are Up To | CNYCF Staff Updates

Read on to learn about the expertise amongst our team members as they drive change ...

Blogs October 25, 2024

How One Woman's Journey Fuels a Vision for Inclusive Support and Advocacy

Hear from Chayna Short, founder of Women Overcoming Obstacles Together, about how her transformative experiences ...

Blogs October 25, 2024

Charles N. Gordon Wildlife Rehabilitation Center

With high hopes for a safe future for both the environment and the wildlife within ...

Woman speaking to a room of people
News Releases November 22, 2024

The Leadership Classroom (TLC) Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Five recipients received special awards to honor their contributions to local communities.

Man sitting
Publications November 21, 2024

Meals On Wheel Delivers Nutritious, Personal Interactions

Peter Wong, a former airline worker, found renewed purpose through North Area Meals on Wheels ...

Two boys sitting together
Publications November 21, 2024

Young Entrepreneur Making Waves in Hip-Hop

Sixteen-year-old Azory Infinite dreams of redefining music while breaking cycles of poverty. Through the Good ...

Man and woman standing outside
Publications November 21, 2024

Couple shares ‘Rhapsody in Blue’ — and Green

Music has been a lifelong passion for retired physicians Dr. Harold L. Husovsky and Dr. ...

New Hire Headshots
News Releases November 19, 2024

Community Foundation Announces New Hires

The Central New York Community Foundation has hired Deraretu Abubeker as Scholarships & Student Success ...

Group of children standing together holding certificates
News Releases November 12, 2024

More than $235,000 in Grants Awarded to Black-Led Organizations

The Central New York Community Foundation recently distributed 19 grants totaling $239,850 from its Black ...

Blogs October 29, 2024

What We Are Up To | CNYCF Staff Updates

Read on to learn about the expertise amongst our team members as they drive change ...

Blogs October 25, 2024

How One Woman's Journey Fuels a Vision for Inclusive Support and Advocacy

Hear from Chayna Short, founder of Women Overcoming Obstacles Together, about how her transformative experiences ...

Blogs October 25, 2024

Charles N. Gordon Wildlife Rehabilitation Center

With high hopes for a safe future for both the environment and the wildlife within ...

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