Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood

Last week, on May 28th, we celebrated our 2026 Spring Gala! The event was a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together to celebrate the strength of our mission, the generosity that sustains this work, and the countless lives shaped by Planned Parenthood’s care.

Thanks to you, our incredible supporters, we raised critical funds to support UHPP’s commitment to providing essential health care at nearly 16,000 visits each year in Albany, Columbia, Greene, and Rensselaer counties through UHPP's three health centers (Albany, Hudson, and Troy), education programs, and advocacy for the rights of our community. Thank you again to our Presenting Sponsor, Godfrey Financial Associates, Inc. for their generous support, as well as our board members, gala sponsors, staff, volunteers, and guests who made the gala possible.

We were thrilled to celebrate our incredible honorees, Albany Mayor Dr. Dorcey Applyrs, recipient of the Assemblymember George Michaels Award for Bravery, and Perfect Ten Hudson, recipient of the Coalition and Community Partner Award. Our honorees inspired us to stand for something, to be louder in our convictions, and to remember that we are stronger when we go together.

Thank you to all who supported this special event!

Venue: Albany Cap Center
Catering: Mazzone Hospitality
Flowers: The Enchanted Florist and Gifts of Albany
Photography: Best Frame Forward
Music: DJ Trumastr
Audio-Visual: American Concert and Entertainment Services Inc.
Valet: Valet Park of America
Printing: Accuprint

🌈 HAPPY PRIDE 🌈 UHPP will be marching in two pride parades this month, and we’d love for you to join us! ✨ No previous volunteer experience required. Bring friends, family, dogs, any supporters of PP!

🏳️‍🌈 Sign up for the Pride Center of the Capital Region parade on Sunday, June 14th in Washington Park: https://www.weareplannedparenthood.org/a/march-uhpp-2026-capital-pride-parade

🏳️‍🌈 Sign up for the OutHudson parade on Saturday, June 20th in 7th Street Park: https://www.weareplannedparenthood.org/a/march-uhpp-2026-outhudson-pride-parade

Were you SEEN at the 2026 Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood Gala on May 28, 2026, at the Albany Capital Center?

SEEN: 2026 Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood Gala Were you Seen at the 2026 Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood Gala on May 28, 2026, at the Albany Capital Center?

'It's terrifying': Debate over abortion pill sparks concerns in New York The recent legal battles trying to limit telehealth access to abortion medication Mifepristone have abortion rights advocates feeling increased anxiety.

‼️CONTACT New York State leadership ‼️

Every message helps show lawmakers that constituents around the state are paying attention and expecting action. The more emails they receive, the stronger our collective voice becomes.

Fill out our online form to send a message to state leaders in just a few clicks using this link: https://www.weareplannedparenthood.org/a/2026-policy-advocacy

BREAKING: SCOTUS has extended its pause of the 5th Circuit’s ruling restricting access to mifepristone. While mifepristone’s availability remains unchanged for now, this does not end the chaos that patients and providers are navigating.

Planned Parenthood health centers will continue to help patients get the care they need. If you or someone you know needs care, contact 1-800-230-PLAN for more information.

Chelly Hegan, UHPP President/CEO spoke to WAMC about mifepristone and the latest on the impact locally.

Capital Region Abortion Provider Worries Mifepristone Rulings Are Creating Uncertainty Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood CEO says the courts are trying to foster doubt.

Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood’s President/CEO Chelly Hegan speaks to News Channel 24 about the recent court cases surrounding mifepristone,

Planned Parenthood: Ruling on abortion pill causing confusion A new court fight over the abortion pill is creating uncertainty, though access in much of New York remains largely unchanged for now.

On Friday, the 5th Circuit Court blocked mifepristone from being sent to patients via mail. There are NO CHANGES to how UHPP is providing care in our health centers at this time.