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.

Yuki Numata Resnick

Yuki Numata Resnick

Buffalo String Works

“The Oishei Foundation supports our growth and our capacity to think strategically about our future.”
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."
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. 
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."
Journey Gunderson

Journey Gunderson

National Comedy Center

"Oishei believed in the vision and jumped in as our partner. There was a human connection that helped each step of the way."
Sister Beth Brosmer

Sister Beth Brosmer

Heart Love & Soul Inc.

"Oishei is on the ground, in the community. They are more than an organization—they are people who touch the hearts of others."

Featured News News & Updates

January 2, 2020

The John R. Oishei Foundation Seeks Junior Program Officer

All inquiries about this new position should be directed to jobs@oishei.org.
November 15, 2019

Mobile Safety-Net Team, UBRI Launch New Website Providing Critical Data Outlining Needs in 12 WNY Communities

New website is an interactive update to original reports released in 2012 and will provide a community resource to strengthen Buffalo Niagara’s safety net
November 14, 2019

Karen Lee Spaulding Honored with the Pay It Forward Award from the Communities of Giving Legacy Initiative

Karen's work with CGLI to develop the Emerging Philanthropists of Color, as well as her work at The Oishei Foundation, cited for the honor

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