Cornell Students Award $60K to Local Nonprofits

Nineteen nonprofits in Tompkins County received a total of $60,000 in grants this month. The grants were awarded by graduate students in a philanthropic leadership class at the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business. The class focuses on the importance of giving back to the local community.

Sarah Carr, a law and MBA student in the class, led a team that researched local food insecurity. Carr said she initially felt disconnected from Ithaca due to her busy class schedule. However, her work with the class has made her feel more connected to the town and its needs.

The grants will support various local organizations throughout Tompkins County, providing financial assistance where it is most needed.



Source: Cornell University

Source Type: College

Source Location: Ithaca

Dec 16, 2025 at 8:30 AM College

Ithaca Closes City Facilities amid Winter Emergency

City facilities close Monday amid snow emergency; essential services continue.

Jan 25, 2026 at 6:29 PM Gov

Cornell Men's Hockey Beats Harvard at Home

Cornell hockey beats Harvard in a lively home game at Lynah Rink.

Jan 25, 2026 at 1:14 PM College

Ithaca Prepares for Snowstorm Amid Freezing Temps

Ithaca braces for winter storm, enforcing odd-even parking and road safety measures.

Jan 23, 2026 at 4:48 PM Gov

Cornell Welcomes All Students for Term Start

Cornell's successful start sees all Cornellians return to campus in Ithaca.

Jan 23, 2026 at 2:43 PM College

Ithaca Enforces Odd-Even Winter Parking Regulation

Ithaca enacts odd-even parking rules to aid winter snow removal.

Jan 23, 2026 at 10:15 AM Gov

Cornellians Hit Ground Running on First Day

Cornellians in Ithaca quickly start embracing campus life.

Jan 20, 2026 at 1:53 PM College

Ithaca Revises Tax Payment Mailing and Postmark

Ithaca taxpayers: update mailing address; observe new USPS postmark rule timing.

Jan 20, 2026 at 11:34 AM Gov

Cornell Kicks Off New Spring Term

Cornell launches spring semester with community support and positive start tips.

Jan 20, 2026 at 8:30 AM College

Cornell Celebrates Teamwork and Community Efforts

Cornell values teamwork and recognizes supportive contributions.

Jan 15, 2026 at 2:23 PM College

Cornell Botanic Gardens Celebrates 100 Years of Stewardship

Cornell Botanic Gardens: a century of stewardship and educational natural preservation.

Jan 15, 2026 at 8:30 AM College