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NNYCF vs. A Private Foundation


Thinking about establishing a private foundation?

The Northern New York Community Foundation offers donors several advantages to consider. Contact Executive Director Rande Richardson, rande@nnycf.org, or Assistant Director Max DelSignore, max@nnycf.org, to learn how the Community Foundation can serve you and help meet your philanthropic goals.

Testimonials

I gave to the Northern NY Community Foundation because I understand the need to pay it forward. As a former student who received a scholarship, I understand how much that money can mean. It may mean the difference between having to work extra shifts which will impact their grades or even deciding whether or not to buy a book that is needed or try to get by without it. Those are difficult decisions that students have to make and I want every student to succeed regardless of their financial situation. Sometimes it is even the smallest scholarship that can have a huge impact on a student’s life.”

Jane

I gave to the Northern NY Community Foundation because I understand the need to pay it forward. As a former student who received a scholarship, I understand how much that money can mean. It may mean the difference between having to work extra shifts which will impact their grades or even deciding whether or not to buy a book that is needed or try to get by without it. Those are difficult decisions that students have to make and I want every student to succeed regardless of their financial situation. Sometimes it is even the smallest scholarship that can have a huge impact on a student’s life.”

Joe

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