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.

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."
Yuki Numata Resnick

Yuki Numata Resnick

Buffalo String Works

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

Featured News News & Updates

June 29, 2022

DEADLINE EXTENDED! Applications Open for Oishei Fellowship for Leaders of Color

Rigorous leadership training program for nonprofit leaders of color held in partnership with Rockwood Leadership Institute
June 6, 2022

The John R. Oishei Foundation Appoints Michael T. Ulbrich as Board Member

New Board officers also announced
June 1, 2022

Eight Local Non-Profits Selected for 2022 StoryGrowing WNY

The Health Foundation for Western and Central New York and The John R. Oishei Foundation-sponsored program aims to bolster marketing communications skills with a storytelling focus

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