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."
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."
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."
WNY COVID-19 Community Response Fund

WNY COVID-19 Community Response Fund

Local Foundations, corporations, community leaders and individuals join forces to support the nonprofit community addressing critical needs in the wake of Covid-19.

Featured News News & Updates

May 14, 2019

Our Commitment to Racial Equity

To be a true catalyst for change, the Foundation is making an intentional commitment to tackle racial inequities and to ensure that our internal practices and our philanthropic decisions promote the elimination of racial equity gaps.
May 27, 2020

‘Open4’ to Support Resilience of Small Businesses and Nonprofits Across WNY

The Oishei Foundation collaborates with the private sector and fellow funders to restore and support organizations in wake of COVID-19 
May 15, 2020

Esther Annan Joins Foundation as Program Officer

Her focus will be on health and human services.

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