The Community Foundation of Herkimer and
The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties is a public charity and community foundation based in Utica, New York. Incorporated in 1952, the organization operates as a social impact investor stewarding approximately $210-221 million in charitable assets across 550 active funds with over 2,600 active donors. The foundation works in partnership with local organizations and individuals to improve the lives of residents throughout Herkimer and Oneida counties in the Mohawk Valley region of Upstate New York.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$221.2M
+9.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$7.1M
-21.3% YoY
Grant Count
190
+7.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$38K
-26.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: "Engage. Invest. Lead." to strengthen Herkimer and Oneida counties.
The foundation's stated purpose is to "inspire the residents of Herkimer and Oneida counties to envision the economic, social, educational and cultural potential of our region, and to take steps, as individuals and as a whole."
Primary Funding Areas:
- Education
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
- Human Services
- Neighborhood revitalization
- Community vibrancy
- Healthcare
- Workforce development
The foundation operates as a community-based, social impact investor using its financial, intellectual, and convening capital to improve quality of life in the region. In 2020, the organization launched a transformative $10 million, 10-year commitment to address racial equity and social justice. The foundation is a signatory to Philanthropy's Promise, an initiative of the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy (NCRP), committing to allocate the majority of its grantmaking dollars to marginalized communities and at least 25 percent to social justice strategies, including advocacy, community organizing, and civic engagement.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation awarded a record-breaking $15.7 million in grants, scholarships, and emergency response funding—the highest amount in its 70+ year history. The foundation awarded 1,872 grants, scholarships, and emergency response funding to eligible nonprofits and individuals primarily in Herkimer and Oneida counties.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds eligible nonprofits and individuals in Herkimer and Oneida counties, New York. The foundation also has some giving activity in Colorado and Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets (2024): $221,168,233
Total Giving (2024): $13,304,144
Annual Giving (2024): $15.7 million (record year)
Total Revenues (2024): $30,891,513
Total Expenses (2024): $19,223,958
Staff: 25 employees
Donor Base: Over 2,600 active donors
Active Funds: 550 active funds
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $221,168,233 | $201,478,972 | $176,629,799 |
| Revenue | $30,891,513 | $21,224,240 | $14,042,660 |
| Expenses | $19,223,958 | $14,608,801 | $15,481,585 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $12,733,348 | $7,009,784 | $4,039,465 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from The Community Foundation of Herkimer and
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Alicia Dicks – President/CEO
- Olivia Paul – Director of Community Engagement
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALICIA DICKS | PRESIDENT/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 36 | $347,197 |
| ERIKA EASTMAN | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | 36 | $186,616 |
| JOHN HUSNAY | CHIEF OF STAFF | 36 | $142,513 |
| JACQUELINE KLOTZBACH | DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS SYSTEMS AND STRATEGY | 36 | $138,663 |
| NICHOLAS GRIMMER | DIRECTOR OF GIVING STRATEGIES | 36 | $143,533 |
| OLIVIA PAUL | DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 36 | $142,117 |
| REBECCA CALIDONNA | FINANCIAL CONTROLLER | 36 | $141,419 |
| REV JOSEPH SALERNO | CHAIR | 3 | — |
| CHERYL MINOR | CHAIR-ELECT | 3 | — |
| TIMOTHY DALY | TREASURER | 3 | — |
| KATHRYN ZONGRONE | SECRETARY | 3 | — |
| JAWWAAD RASHEED | IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR | 2 | — |
| ROBERT BOJANEK | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| ROANN DESTITO | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| SHYQUAL LEWIS | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| JAMES ENGLER | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| COLLEEN GAETANO | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| STEVE GORCZYNSKI | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL HAYDUK | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| KIRK HINMAN | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| HARRISON HUMMEL | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| DAVID MANZELMANN | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| GREGORY MCLEAN | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| KAY SINCLAIR | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| WOLE SOBOYEJO | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| STEPHEN SURACE | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| MARK WARFEL | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| BRADLEY WATERS | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| ELIAS ZEINA | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Community Foundation celebrated a historic 2024 year of grantmaking and community generosity, awarding a record $15.7 million in grants, scholarships, and emergency relief funds. This represents the highest amount distributed in the foundation's 70+ year history.
Community Foundation Celebrates Historic Year of Grantmaking and CommunityThe foundation created 14 new charitable funds during 2024 and continues to expand its community investment portfolio. Recent grant awards have supported organizations including Integrated Community Alternatives Network ($605,499 for general support, program support, and capital/infrastructure improvements) and other nonprofits focused on community vibrancy, healthcare, and workforce development.
Community Foundation Celebrates Historic Year of Grantmaking and CommunityContact Information
Address: 2608 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13502
Phone: 315-735-8212
Fax: 315-735-9363
Email: info@foundationhoc.org
Grant Inquiries: grants@foundationhoc.org
Website: https://foundationhoc.org
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Accessibility: Fully accessible
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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