A century of family. A community worth giving back to.
The Haraden family has called Schenectady home since 1919. The Foundation brings neighbors together to give back to the Capital Region.
The Haraden family with Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh marking Mohawk Honda’s 100th anniversary.
Four generations and counting
The Haraden Family Foundation is the charitable arm of a family that has been part of Schenectady since Joseph A. Haraden formed Mohawk Auto Sales Corp. in 1919. Four generations later, that business is Mohawk Auto Group, and the family’s commitment to the Capital Region is stronger than ever.
The Foundation turns that commitment into action. Each year it brings neighbors, businesses and friends together, at the Haraden Family Foundation Golf Tournament, the Pickleball Tournament and community campaigns, to raise money and deliver it where it matters most.
Read our storyOur heritage on video
From Mohawk Honda, the history behind the family and the dealership.
“We would rather make a difference in the community than spend it in advertising that is a flash in the pan.”
Jeff Haraden
Without the community, the family could not do what it does as a dealership. Giving back is how the Haradens say thank you.
Join us this year
Charity Golf Tournament
The Edison Club, Rexford, NY
Date to be announced. Sponsorships are available now. Player spots open November 1.
Golf details
Pickleball Tournament
Sunday, February 7, 2027, 2 to 6 PM
At True Pickleball Club, Latham, NY, benefiting Special Olympics New York.
Pickleball details
12 Days of Giving
Across the Capital Region
Mohawk Honda’s holiday giving campaign, co-presented with the Haraden Family Foundation. The 2026 campaign has not started yet.
12 Days detailsRecent support
Special Olympics New York
Supported through the 2026 Pickleball Tournament.
Two Honda Odysseys
Presented at the 2026 Golf Tournament to CAPTAIN Community Human Services and The Charlton School.
A van for Living Resources
Presented at the 2025 Golf Tournament. The van is lettered Donated by Mohawk Honda.