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The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
The Foundation is committed to making the biggest impact possible through partnership with nonprofit organizations seeking grant funding.
Grant funding is based on the needs of our community as indicated by hocindicators.org, where the Center for Governmental Research posts the statistics and research that shapes Herkimer County and Oneida County.
Web Address
www.foundationhoc.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @foundationhoc
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Facebook - www.facebook.com/foundationhoc
Grant funding is based on the needs of our community as indicated by hocindicators.org, where the Center for Governmental Research posts the statistics and research that shapes Herkimer County and Oneida County.
Web Address
www.foundationhoc.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @foundationhoc
Instagram - www.instagram.com/foundationhoc/
YouTube - www.youtube.com/user/comfoundation315
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/foundationhoc/
Facebook - www.facebook.com/foundationhoc
Assets and Giving for Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
Assets
2019 - 172,356,075
2018 - 138,554,382
2017 - 143,992,518
2019 - 172,356,075
2018 - 138,554,382
2017 - 143,992,518
Domestic Grants
2019 - 8,366,380
2018 - 7,287,788
2019 - 8,366,380
2018 - 7,287,788
Recent News from Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
Artspace Utica Lofts Accepting Applicants As Construction Nears Completion
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
Artspace Utica Lofts is a new housing development specifically designed for artists and families.The approximately $18.6 million project is funded by the New York State Council on the Arts, the...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
Artspace Utica Lofts is a new housing development specifically designed for artists and families.The approximately $18.6 million project is funded by the New York State Council on the Arts, the...more
Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties Awarded Record Amount Last Year
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties awarded more than $15.7 million in grants, scholarships, and emergency relief funds in 2024.It was the highest amount awarded in a single year...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties awarded more than $15.7 million in grants, scholarships, and emergency relief funds in 2024.It was the highest amount awarded in a single year...more
Giving Big: Mohawk Valley'S Record-Breaking Philanthropy Day
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
The one-day event saw contributions from more than 8,200 donors.The top fundraising organizations included Anitaa€™s Stevens Swan Humane Society.Notre Dame Schools with $537,000 and the...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
The one-day event saw contributions from more than 8,200 donors.The top fundraising organizations included Anitaa€™s Stevens Swan Humane Society.Notre Dame Schools with $537,000 and the...more
How You Can Support Local Nonprofits through Mohawk Valley Gives
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
Mohawk Valley Gives is a 24-hour community-wide day of giving.In its first year, more than 135 organizations participated and over $630,000 raised.In all, the event united 255 organizations and...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
Mohawk Valley Gives is a 24-hour community-wide day of giving.In its first year, more than 135 organizations participated and over $630,000 raised.In all, the event united 255 organizations and...more
How These Scholarship Funds Have Impacted Generations of Students in Herkimer ...
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
When Don Lynskey's nephew died unexpectedly last year, the New York man decided to honor his memory by starting a scholarship fund in his nephew's name, the Syracuse Post-Standard...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
When Don Lynskey's nephew died unexpectedly last year, the New York man decided to honor his memory by starting a scholarship fund in his nephew's name, the Syracuse Post-Standard...more
Community Foundation Announces Host of First-Quarter Awards
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties has announced it has awarded more than $2 million in grants to organizations and initiatives primarily in the areas of human services,...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties has announced it has awarded more than $2 million in grants to organizations and initiatives primarily in the areas of human services,...more
Utica West Side Senior Center Ground Breaking
Foundation: MetLife Foundation
"Everyone and everything in our communities has been impacted by the pandemic, but as a senior service provider, we can attest to the negative impact this has had on our older adult population, and...more
Foundation: MetLife Foundation
"Everyone and everything in our communities has been impacted by the pandemic, but as a senior service provider, we can attest to the negative impact this has had on our older adult population, and...more
GUEST COLUMN: Black History Month is good time to reflect on the importance of equity
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
... in partnership with Leadership Mohawk Valley, the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties, and multiple community leaders...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
... in partnership with Leadership Mohawk Valley, the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties, and multiple community leaders...more
Community Foundation's 'Helpful Harvest Fund' awards grants to over 30 local organizations
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
UTICA, N.Y. – In an effort to help those in need during the holidays and cold winter months, the Community Foundation of Herkimer and...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
UTICA, N.Y. – In an effort to help those in need during the holidays and cold winter months, the Community Foundation of Herkimer and...more
Leaving a Legacy – Chuck Gaetano Set the Modern Philanthropic Standard - WIBX 950
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
Chuck would spend the next 50 years building his "family, business, community, and philanthropy." NANCY L. FORD PHOTOGRAPHY. "In the...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
Chuck would spend the next 50 years building his "family, business, community, and philanthropy." NANCY L. FORD PHOTOGRAPHY. "In the...more
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