Diamond Anniversary Celebration
About The Schenectady Foundation’s 60th Year
Sixty years ago, leaders of the Schenectady Trust Company came together to form a charitable trust. The Schenectady Foundation was created to benefit the health and well-being of the people who live and work in Schenectady County, NY. In July 1963 - The Schenectady Foundation made its first grant -- $250 to the Schenectady YMCA.
Since then, we have committed $31 million for charitable grants and scholarships, supporting more than 100 charitable programs in Schenectady County.
Diamond Anniversary: Igniting a Legacy of Impact and Engagement
Our Diamond Anniversary Celebration will take place from June 2023 – June 2024, and it promises to be an eventful year full of impact and activities. We have planned a series of events and programs that aim to engage our community, reinvest in the next 60 years, and make Schenectady a more equitable and thriving community.
60 Years of Impact
Over the 60 years, the Foundation has awarded grants to organizations and initiatives that promote education, health and wellness, arts and culture, and community development.
Here are some of the larger grants awarded by The Schenectady Foundation over the past 60 years, showcasing the significant impact the Foundation has had on the community.
Come Together to Celebrate!
Our Diamond Anniversary Celebration will feature several events and programs including:
- Diamond Anniversary Commencement Celebration in June 2023
- Community Leadership Summit in Fall 2023
- Celebration of Community in June 2024.
At the Commencement Celebration, we announced new grants and scholarship programs to support our mission of improving the health and welfare of the people who live or work in Schenectady County.
In addition to these events, we are launching a new Grassroots Equity Grants Fund.
To kickstart the Grassroots Equity Grants Fund, The Foundation will match the first $130,000 contributed to this Fund, doubling the impact of your contribution.
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Diamond Celebration Sponsors
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors for their generous support of The Schenectady Foundation's 60th Diamond Anniversary Celebration.
Presenting Sponsor
Diamond Sponsor
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Diamond Celebration Committee
The Schenectady Foundation expresses gratitude towards the prominent individuals who have joined the Diamond Celebration Committee. These individuals have played a significant role in supporting the Foundation's mission and have demonstrated a strong commitment to the Schenectady County community.
Good Friend
Neil Golub
Betsy Sandberg & Steven Nissen
FOUNDER
Community Builder
Partner
Stakeholder
Patron
Questions
If you are interested in learning more about sponsorship opportunities for The Schenectady Foundation's Diamond Anniversary Celebration, we would be happy to work with you. Our team can provide you with detailed information on the benefits and packages available to our sponsors.
To get in touch with us, you can call us at (518) 393-9500 or send us an email at lsnyder@schenectadyfoundation.org.