SGS thanks all of our amazing sponsors and partners

The Corning Foundation

Throughout its history, Corning Incorporated Foundation has been driven by making a positive impact on communities where its people work and live.

Corning Foundation –Through leadership and collaboration, Corning Incorporated Foundation strives to foster vibrant, enriching, and supportive communities. The Foundation focuses on education, human services, culture, and volunteerism.

This vision, mission, and the resulting framework emerged from a two-year strategy refresh process concluding in 2017.

The comprehensive process included aggregating key community and Corning Incorporated input; analyzing external corporate philanthropic trends; and benchmarking selected corporate foundations.

Note from Editor: The Corning Foundation sponsors SGS by providing not only grant oppourtunities but monies through the Dollars for Doers program. Many members of SGS and NNF are Corning Inc. employees and this program provides a grant for every hour a corning employee donates time to a registered non-profit such as SGS. This is a major source of funding for SGS and allows for us to put on the Native Nations Festival as well as provide the free educational oppurtunites that we do. Thank you Corning Foundation!

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Once Again Nut Butter

Once Again Nut Butter, spreading integrity since 1976, produces organic and natural nut and seed butters for retail and foodservice customers. The company also recently introduced new certified organic and gluten-free graham cracker sandwiches. Its peanut butters are manufactured in a dedicated SQF Certified, 37,000 square-foot facility in the beautiful little town of Nunda in rural upstate New York, and its tree nut and seed butters are produced in a separate facility nearby. Recognized as a leader in ethical and sustainable business practices, the 100% employee-owned company founded its Honest in Trade program to define the team’s efforts and take them to the next level. In addition to their support of farmers in underdeveloped countries, initiatives to protect the environment, and unsurpassed safety and quality standards, this fun-loving family of 86 employees also actively supports its community and non-profit organizations. The brand’s mascot, Rocky-Roo the raccoon, symbolizes their wholesome nature and responsibility to the earth and their products. Visit OnceAgainNutButter.com to learn more and follow @OnceAgainNutButter on social media.

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Committee on Native American Ministries

Committee on Native American Ministries (CONAM) – The Upper New York Committee on Native American Ministries (CONAM) seeks to advocate for ministry with and by Native Americans and educate all regarding the rich and diverse culture, history, and traditions of Native Americans.

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Humanities New York

Humanities NY – The mission of Humanities New York is to strengthen civil society and the bonds of community, using the humanities to foster engaged inquiry and dialogue around social and cultural concerns. To realize its mission, Humanities New York has identified three broad goals with attendant objectives to guide its work over the next three years. Goal 1: To expand the outreach and programming impact of HNY so that all New Yorkers may access the tools and experiences of the humanities. Goal 2: Reach vulnerable communities and other new audiences and to create programming to serve those communities. Goal 3: Expand outreach efforts that build the capacity of communities and organizations.

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The Arts Council of the Southern Finger Lakes

The Arts Council of the Southern Finger Lakes – The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes is the regional organization that empowers artists and encourages arts advocacy, fosters creativity and economic vitality, creates diverse connections and collaborations, and champions innovation and equity within the arts to cultivate a dynamic community.

As a multi-county arts organization, The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes provides a number of services which fulfill the above mission:

• Increasing arts programming and opportunities for the public regionally and statewide by granting State and local funds to artists, arts/cultural organizations and schools;
• Increasing public awareness of and access to the diverse folk arts traditions of the Southern Tier;
• Advocating for arts education and the value of life-long learning in the arts;
• Providing technical assistance, linkages, advocacy and other services to individual artists and arts/cultural organizations;
• Increasing awareness of the importance of the arts to the economy of the Southern Tier and beyond; and
• Further serving the public through our regional arts calendar, special school arts activities and information sharing.

Programs and services of The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes are made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, a State agency, local foundations, county governments, members and patrons.

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Gold Sponsors

Corning Native American Council – Because we are many, we are one.

The Native American Council promotes understanding of Native American culture for Corning employees and our community.  Our vision is to bring all employees together to share in the Native American culture through our celebration of life, our connection with nature, and our quest to build a stronger sense of global community.

We work together to provide support to current and future Native American employees through strategic recruiting, outreach, and cultural awareness activities.

Silver Sponsors

Aldi’s – All people, wherever they live should have the opportunity to buy everyday groceries of the highest quality at the lowest possible price. To put it simply, we offer our customers a smarter way to shop. Our exclusively branded products are of market leading quality, and always competitively priced.

Valicenti Advisory Services – The mission of Valicenti Advisory Services, Inc. is to provide specialized investment, tax and business services for our clients to help them meet their personal financial goals.

Valicenti Advisory Services, Inc. is an investment advisory firm that has been providing wealth management services for more than 35 years. Founded in 1984, Valicenti is a fee-based Registered Investment Advisor located in the Southern Tier region of Elmira and Corning, New York. At Valicenti we build long-term relationships. When requested to do so, we can work with you to build a financial plan that is uniquely tailored to your personal needs and goals. We pride ourselves in having the ability to have our tax team work closely with our investment team to help provide coordinated planning services for our clients. Our advisory service can encompass portfolio management, planning and consulting, estate planning, and 401(k) administration/asset management services. Our tax and business service can encompass taxation, accounting services and business consulting.

Bronze Sponsors:

Wegmans of Corning – Helping people live healthier, better lives through exceptional food

Customers tell us they choose Wegmans for the helpful people in our stores, the delicious meals from our chefs, and the freshest ingredients possible. By offering choice, quality, and value in every aisle, we hope to make your shopping experience a genuine pleasure. Building relationships and helping people are at the core of what we do.

Panera Bread, the brand stands for–a unique mix of – COMFORT, FUN, GREAT FOOD AND GREAT SERVICE! The chain has differentiated itself as a fast food restaurant that serves healthy, tasty, affordable food.

In-Kind Sponsors:

American Sidesaddle Association’s – WNY Sidesaddle Chapter

Econo Lodge Painted Post / Corning – Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 61 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.

A stay at Econo Lodge Painted Post – Corning places you in the heart of Painted Post, a 4-minute drive from Benjamin Patterson Inn Museum and 5 minutes from West End Gallery. This hotel is 21.1 mi (33.9 km) from Watkins Glen State Park and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Corning Museum of Glass.

Media Barker – We are all about helping small businesses, non-profits, and other organizations use the power of Digital Marketing (email, social media, website, reputation management, SEO, and more) to grow your business, special events, or fundraising.

Material Sponsors:

Estate of Mind – Sales by Estate of Mind, LLC will provide a knowledgeable, organized approach to estate sales, downsizing or moving sales while maintain a friendly, comfortable relationship with our clients.

This service will be performed while always respecting the client’s wishes and will be carried out in a manner that is honest, sensitive and caring for the transition that takes place as a client parts with their family treasurers.

The Drumm Family farm, located on the Curtis Coopers Road in Campbell , NY has been a proud material sponsor of the Native Nations Festival since its inception in 2018 and also partnered with its predecessor, the Falling Leaves Festival in 2015 and 2016. The Drumm Family Farm has been providing the hay bales that guest use to relax on while watching the performances!

Ellie and Kevin have been a proud material sponsor of the Native Nations Festival since its inception in 2018 and also partnered with its predecessor, the Falling Leaves Festival in 2015 and 2016. They have provided the beautiful pumpkin, gourds, squash, and corn stalks that make the grounds look spectacular!