UTICA, N.Y. — The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties and UpMobility Foundation (UMF) are jointly hosting this year’s Mohawk Valley Gives, the third annual 24-hour online day of community giving, the organizations announced. Last year, more than 6,800 people donated nearly $2.5 million to the 255 participating nonprofits. So far, more than 300 […]
UTICA, N.Y. — The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties and UpMobility Foundation (UMF) are jointly hosting this year’s Mohawk Valley Gives, the third annual 24-hour online day of community giving, the organizations announced. Last year, more than 6,800 people donated nearly $2.5 million to the 255 participating nonprofits. So far, more than 300 nonprofits in Herkimer, Oneida, and Otsego counties have registered for this year’s event, which takes place Sept. 20 at givemv.org. “The collaborative partnership between the Community Foundation and UpMobility Foundation exemplifies the power of synergy in driving positive impact,” Community Foundation President/CEO Alicia Dicks said in a news release. “By combining our expertise, resources, and networks, we are not only amplifying the reach of this event, but also fostering a richer experience for participating organizations and generating greater value for the community. This collaboration will allow us to appropriately evaluate and determine the future of Mohawk Valley Gives in a meaningful way.” In 2023, UMF joined Mohawk Valley Gives as a match and challenge partner, offering match and challenge incentives to 35 local organizations, which resulted in raising $1.1 million. “At the UpMobility Foundation, we leverage an entrepreneurial mindset to amplify philanthropic investments by fostering connections and collaborations with our community partners,” UMF Founder Martin Babinec said in the release. “We’re thrilled to partner with the Community Foundation to scale up Mohawk Valley Gives, as both organizations embrace innovative approaches and strategic thinking to maximize the impact of community engagement. MV Gives helps us and other donors not only in providing financial support without our targeted investing themes, but also engaging in active partnerships that work closely with local organizations to create sustainable, long-term solutions.” UpMobility Foundation, located in Little Falls, forges partnerships and collaborative efforts with nonprofit organizations, offering support beyond grant funding. Impact areas include community building, advancing education and humanitarian aid, and international development. Founded in 1952, the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties has invested $134 million into social-impact initiatives, collaborative leadership, and grantmaking.