Oswego County Business Market Share Analysis for July 2026

Director of the Richard S. Shineman Foundation highlights role played by local nonprofits in Oswego County By Stefan Yablonski   For Chena Tucker, the director of the Richard S. Shineman Foundation, nonprofit organizations play a crucial role in Oswego County, with its high poverty rates. “Across the county, nonprofits work tirelessly to meet basic needs and support opportunity,” said Tucker. “Nonprofits are not just service providers. They are neighbors, educators, advocates and problem-solvers — the ones showing up, often quietly, to meet people where they are and fill gaps that would otherwise go unmet.” For an example, Tucker cited Oswego County Opportunities which serves more than 15,000 residents annually through over 50 programs focused on housing, food security, transportation and workforce development. Continuing, she said, “Catholic Charities of Oswego County supports nearly 3,000 people each year, providing emergency aid, housing support and family stabilization. “The United Way of Greater Oswego County operates the Stuff-A-Bus campaign and community food drives that help stock pantries across the county. The Salvation Army of Oswego and the Human Concerns Center provide thousands of free meals and groceries each year to help families make ends meet. For families with young children, the Oswego County Diaper Bank distributes thousands of diapers annually — an essential resource that promotes infant health and helps parents maintain stability at work and at home.” Collectively, these organizations are helping build a community where children are nourished, families find stability and fewer of our neighbors face hunger or hardship alone, she added. Nonprofits also support seniors and veterans. Oswego County’s older adults and veterans are well supported through nonprofit programs, she said. The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) engages more than 250 older adults who give their time to food pantries, mentoring and health programs. NY Connects, coordi