by Kristin Sheehan | Oct 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
While the three projects highlighted below are very different, they all began the same way. Someone noticed something their community needed and decided to act. That idea is at the heart of The Gifford Foundation’s “What If…” Mini Grant program. Community change...
by Kristin Sheehan | Oct 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
On June 16, 2026 the upstairs event space at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que was filled with good food, conversation, and most importantly, a sense of accomplishment as The Gifford Foundation celebrated its latest POWER cohort for successfully completing the 12-month...
by Kristin Sheehan | Jun 15, 2026 | News, Uncategorized
Three CNY Programs You Should Get to Know! One of the most rewarding parts of The Gifford Foundation’s work is getting to know the remarkable organizations that are strengthening our community every day. Through project grants, we have the opportunity to support...
by Kristin Sheehan | Jun 2, 2026 | News
Creating more inclusive and engaged boards takes intentional and consistent effort. To help guide these efforts, The Gifford Foundation is partnering with The Central New York Community Foundation to offer a free workshop that will provide a roadmap for success and...
by Kristin Sheehan | Jun 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
Thursday, September 17, 202612pm – 3pmCNY Community Foundation Ballroom The Gifford Foundation and the CNY Community Foundation are offering a free workshop on grant writing featuring consultant Babette Baker. Designing Highly Competitive Proposal is a free...
