What happens when a small but mighty community unites for one day with the goal of giving back? You get a record-breaking, heartwarming event that leaves a lasting impact on everyone involved.
On September 19, the spirit of generosity soared as the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties and UpMobility Foundation hosted the fourth annual Mohawk Valley Gives, a high-energy online giving day that once again shattered records and all expectations. Over $6.5 million was raised for nonprofits across Herkimer, Oneida, and Otsego counties in Central New York, thanks to the incredible support of more than 8,100 donors worldwide.
Donations poured in from 42 states, including the District of Columbia, and five countries, totaling an astonishing 14,100 individual donations, with contributions ranging from $5 to an incredible $1 million.
From early morning countdowns to late-night matching gift challenges, the day was full of excitement. Local businesses and media stations helped spread the word far and wide while social media lit up with stories of impact and direct calls for donations.
“We continue to be amazed by the community’s passion and growing support for Mohawk Valley Gives, it truly gets stronger every year, and we can feel it,” said Alicia Dicks, president/CEO of the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties. “Our nonprofit partners are doing impactful work that touches lives across the area, and this event gives people a meaningful way to give back to the causes they care about. Mohawk Valley Gives is a powerful celebration of local generosity, community involvement, and the vital role nonprofits play in making our region a better place for all.”
The funds raised will directly benefit over 360 nonprofits, supporting everything from food insecurity and education to arts and healthcare. One hundred percent of all donations go straight to the nonprofits that receive them.
What started as a small grassroots campaign raising $630,000 in 2022 has taken off and become a true shining example of what is possible when a community shares a vision of a vibrant future and works toward it together. Since the event’s inception, over $14 million has been raised for the nonprofit sector in the Mohawk Valley.
Mohawk Valley Gives will return in September 2026. Learn more at givemv.org.
Win Big with Save of the Day
Looking for a chance to drive away in a brand-new 2026 Chevy Corvette – or take home $75,000 in cash? Here’s your shot. The Save of the Day Foundation is hosting its biggest raffle ever, with only 2,000 tickets available at $100 each.
The winning ticket will be drawn January 31, 2026 during a Utica Comets home game, and every dollar raised goes directly to support the foundation’s work in our community.
️ How to Enter:
Tickets can be purchased at Comets games, or at participating locations including Davidson Chevrolet, Aqua Vino, The Tailor & The Cook, and Babe’s. You can also scan the QR code for more details and to buy online — and if you order through the QR code, your ticket will be mailed directly to you.
Don’t wait – with limited tickets and a prize this exciting, they won’t last long.
