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

OSWEGO, NY: A portrait of Nancy Bellow. Photo by Ben Cleeton
Publications March 27, 2025

Nancy Bellow | Giving For Purpose

Bellow, a native of Oswego, NY, chose to make the community her lifelong home. Through ...

Publications March 27, 2025

Lucy McLean | Unrestricted Giving

Last year, we shared Lucy's story as an example of how even the most surprising ...

Blogs March 25, 2025

Building Bridges Of Opportunity | MOZAIC

People with developmental and intellectual disabilities have long been making meaningful contributions in workplaces and ...

News Releases March 18, 2025

Over $1.5 Million Bequest Will Provide Transformative Support for Future Generations in Baldwinsville and Beyond

Before Rosemary Bucci passed away, she named the Central New York Community Foundation the recipient ...

Blogs March 12, 2025

Using Boxing To Curb Gun Violence In Our Community

Orlando Mcinnsey launched a youth boxing and mental health program, All Mighty Boxing. It’s there ...

News Releases March 4, 2025

New CNYCF Scholarship Application System is Now Open

Our new “Universal Application” offers students a streamlined way to apply for scholarships, transforming the ...

News Releases February 27, 2025

Cayuga Community Fund Now Accepting Grant Applications for 2025

Nonprofit applicants are invited to submit grant proposals for enhancing their organization and better serving ...

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Publications February 26, 2025

Playing The Long Game: Encouraging Your Clients To Plan Ahead In 2025

Your clients (and you!) may still be recovering from a hectic end to 2024, but ...

Topics February 25, 2025

What We Are Up To | CNYCF Staff Updates

Our staff takes pride in not just serving our community, but actively shaping its future. ...

OSWEGO, NY: A portrait of Nancy Bellow. Photo by Ben Cleeton
Publications March 27, 2025

Nancy Bellow | Giving For Purpose

Bellow, a native of Oswego, NY, chose to make the community her lifelong home. Through ...

Publications March 27, 2025

Lucy McLean | Unrestricted Giving

Last year, we shared Lucy's story as an example of how even the most surprising ...

Blogs March 25, 2025

Building Bridges Of Opportunity | MOZAIC

People with developmental and intellectual disabilities have long been making meaningful contributions in workplaces and ...

News Releases March 18, 2025

Over $1.5 Million Bequest Will Provide Transformative Support for Future Generations in Baldwinsville and Beyond

Before Rosemary Bucci passed away, she named the Central New York Community Foundation the recipient ...

Blogs March 12, 2025

Using Boxing To Curb Gun Violence In Our Community

Orlando Mcinnsey launched a youth boxing and mental health program, All Mighty Boxing. It’s there ...

News Releases March 4, 2025

New CNYCF Scholarship Application System is Now Open

Our new “Universal Application” offers students a streamlined way to apply for scholarships, transforming the ...

News Releases February 27, 2025

Cayuga Community Fund Now Accepting Grant Applications for 2025

Nonprofit applicants are invited to submit grant proposals for enhancing their organization and better serving ...

hand holding growing money
Publications February 26, 2025

Playing The Long Game: Encouraging Your Clients To Plan Ahead In 2025

Your clients (and you!) may still be recovering from a hectic end to 2024, but ...

Topics February 25, 2025

What We Are Up To | CNYCF Staff Updates

Our staff takes pride in not just serving our community, but actively shaping its future. ...

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