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The Fall ’24 Newsletter

Celebrating 70 Years

Supporting Our Community Since 1954

The Gifford Foundation is a private foundation dedicated to the stewardship of the funds entrusted to its care. The Foundation is committed to using its financial and human resources to build the capacity of individuals and organizations to enhance the quality of life for the community we serve.

Capacity Building

We help nonprofits build the skills and resources necessary to boost their impact.

Grants

Since our inception, we have given out over $45 million to CNY nonprofits.

A Network of Support

Our staff works to facilitate development and growth within our community.

How We Help

We recognize that there are many individuals and organizations who have a drive to make a difference within their communities. Unfortunately, a lack of resources and training can stand in the way of making these ideas a reality. For 70 years, the Gifford Foundation has provided the grants and leadership training necessary to facilitate broad, community based change across CNY. Our capacity building initiatives help raise the bar for what’s possible.

Over $45 million in grants awarded

Grantmaking is traditionally reactive, but in line with our belief in community engagement we emphasize a personal approach. By developing a relationship with each grantee, we are better able to help them become strong and durable forces within our community.

Grants awarded since our founding

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Winter 2024 Newsletter

Explore stories, interviews, and strategic resources for you and your organization in this latest issue of The Gifford Newsletter.

Support

Explore our resource and program directory to see which opportunity is the best fit for you or your organization.

Meet Our Team

Our team directory allows you to instantly connect with and learn about our team members.

Read Our History

Take a look back at the origins of The Gifford Foundation as we celebrate our 70th year.

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Featured Stories

Interviews, profiles, and other spotlights on the innovative nonprofit leaders making a difference in our community.

Who Was Rosamond Gifford

Who Was Rosamond Gifford

Published September, 2024Photos courtesy of Onondaga Historical AssociationRosamond Gifford had dreams of becoming a musician and leaving her mark on the world as a music teacher. Little did she know, her impact would be so much more than that. Since its inception in...

70th Anniversary Celebration

70th Anniversary Celebration

Published September, 2024On Friday, September 13, 2024, The Gifford Foundation held its 70th Anniversary Celebration at Sky Amory in Downtown Syracuse. Board President Meg Tidd (VIP Structures) kicked off the evening's program by welcoming attendees and expressing her...

Summer Recap

Summer Recap

Published September, 2024           It was a fun and busy summer for The Gifford Foundation staff. What If community projects came to life, new cohorts were selected for our flagship capacity-building programs, well-deserved staff recognitions were celebrated, and...

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