TSF's 50th Anniversary is a Golden Opportunity for Our Community

The Schenectady Foundation (TSF) is the only community foundation that exclusively serves Schenectady County

Strengthening families is our top priority. About 80% of grant funds support children and families

The Schenectady Foundation makes a significant investment in early childhood education

TSF grants are focused on the community's most pressing needs

Your participation in the Stockade Society helps build an endowment to support Schenectady County, now and forever

There are good things happening throughout Schenectady -- and we want to spread the news!

TSF was there for the long haul in our flood-ravaged communities

Foundation Makes $2 Million Commitment to Schenectady

Robert Carreau. Photo courtesy of Daily Gazette.

Helping Families Move from Poverty to Sustainability
Arriving on time for a doctor’s appointment is something most middle class people do, and do with relative ease. If you live in poverty, however, arriving on time, if at all, is not a given. If you depend on public transportation, if the weather is bad and you have to push a stroller 

Over the past decade, TSF has sharply increased the amount of funds it invests in the community. With the commencement of its 50th Anniversary Golden Celebration, however, the Foundation has announced grant opportunities totaling $2 million (Read More)

 

 

 

Golden Grants Community Briefing Sessions Scheduled

Golden Grants Community Briefing Sessions Scheduled

May 7th workshops to provide information on grant opportunities
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 Successful Literacy Program Grows with Support from The Schenectady Foundation

Successful Literacy Program Grows with Support from The Schenectady Foundation

A successful literacy pilot program for young students will be expanded this summer thanks to...
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Head Start Will Continue for Schenectady Children Despite Sequester

Head Start Will Continue for Schenectady Children Despite Sequester

The Schenectady Foundation today announced a grant that will prevent the disruption of services to...
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Strengthening Families

TSF's Strengthening Families Initiative is a multi-year commitment to improving the lives and futures of children by supporting the success of Schenectady families. Working with our grantees and community partners, we are providing a continuum of support for families that leads to positive outcomes for children and youths.
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How We Work

TSF is the only community foundation exclusively serving the people of Schenectady County, NY. By developing a major endowment for our community TSF is able to make significant grants that truly have an impact. TSF has invested more than $13 million in grants and scholarships benefiting people in Schenectady County.

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How You Can Help

The Stockade Society has been established to recognize the growing number of people whose commitment to our community includes an estate or planned gift to The Schenectady Foundation. By building on the legacy of our founders, members of The Stockade Society have an impact in Schenectady County - strengthening our children, our families and our community for generations to come. Learn more about How You Can Help »