Going Beyond For Western New York

For us, awarding grants is just a part of what we do. We support nonprofits with resources that empower them to maximize their impact on the Western New York community.

Teresa Bianchi

Teresa Bianchi

Habitat for Humanity Buffalo

Everytime I leave the Oishei offices, I am recharged and ready to do more.
David Rust

David Rust

Say Yes Buffalo

"The Foundation not only played a critical role in bringing us to Buffalo, they helped us develop scholarships and programming."
Michael Martin

Michael Martin

Native American Community Services

"Their support goes beyond dollars and technical assistance, it includes heartfelt support and encouragement. Oishei helps bring “Orende” — extra energy when good minds gather."
Yuki Numata Resnick

Yuki Numata Resnick

Buffalo String Works

“The Oishei Foundation supports our growth and our capacity to think strategically about our future.”
Daniel Robertson

Daniel Robertson

Oishei Scholar / Say Yes Buffalo

"When I was a student, the Oishei Foundation invested in me. Now I’m part of an organization that does the same thing for young people every day."
OISHEI HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP

OISHEI HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP

Do you know a talented, dedicated student of color interested in private high school? The Oishei Scholarship provides full 4-year tuition to each of the area's 14 private high schools. 

Featured News News & Updates

January 4, 2021

The John R. Oishei Foundation Promotes Blythe T. Merrill to Executive Vice President and Lawrence H. Cook II to Senior Vice President of Programs
November 20, 2020

Paul T. Hogan to Retire from The John R. Oishei Foundation

Hogan has been an indelible force in the philanthropic sector and a mentor to many nonprofit professionals
October 20, 2020

The John R. Oishei Foundation Names its Second Cohort of Oishei Fellows

Twenty-four leaders of color will attend Rockwood Leadership Institute’s Art of Leadership Virtual Program

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