Tom Golisano Makes Remarkable Philanthropic Gifts of $360 Million to 82 Non – Profits Across Upstate New York.

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a) Golisano’s Legacy of Giving
b) Philanthropy in New York:

This monumental announcement, made during a press conference at the Strong Museum of Play in Rochester, marks a significant milestone in Golisano’s philanthropic journey and solidifies his commitment to improving the lives of people in his home state. Golisano’s philanthropic efforts have been instrumental in shaping the landscape of philanthropy in New York. His legacy of giving extends beyond financial contributions, encompassing a deep understanding of the needs of the communities he serves.

This significant investment will be used to support a wide range of initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for all New Yorkers. The Golisano Foundation, established in 2001, has a long-standing commitment to improving the lives of New Yorkers. The foundation’s mission is to address critical issues facing the state, including poverty, education, and healthcare. The foundation has a proven track record of success in implementing impactful programs and initiatives.

“One of my favorite sayings is ‘the only wealth you keep is that which you give away,’ and I’m so lucky to be able to live that out. The success of Paychex, the hard work of the employees there— is ultimately what makes these donations possible, and I am beyond grateful that I have the ability to do so. I look forward to seeing how this will be used to strengthen their organizations and better the communities they serve.” The $360 million commitment announced today brings Mr. Golisano’s overall philanthropy to $775 million. Prior to today, his personal philanthropy totaled over $374 million. In addition, The Golisano Foundation, which he founded in 1985, has awarded more than $41 million in grants, primarily to organizations devoted to supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). It also helps animal welfare organizations through Bailey and Friends, an initiative of the Golisano Foundation founded in honor of Golisano’s two dogs, both of whom were named Bailey.

“We encourage non-profit organizations to visit our website to learn more about Tom’s personal giving and the Foundation’s mission,” said Erica Dayton, executive director of the Golisano Foundation. “We look forward to the new influx of agencies we’ll be introduced to through the widespread news of Tom’s most recent giving. Understanding the needs of the communities we support and the organizations that devote their expertise to serving them is a constantly evolving process. We are always looking to learn more and determine how we can be supportive with the resources available.” Today’s announcement follows Mr. Golisano’s June 2024 commitment of $50 million to the University of Rochester Medical Center to establish the Golisano Intellectual and Development Disabilities Institute—his largest single gift to date.

$360 Million in Awards Announced on September 17, 2024 to 82 Organizations Rochester $201 Million Buffalo $66.5 Million Syracuse $40.5 Million $52 Million to the Golisano Foundation which serves Upstate New York and Southwest Florida Community – 8 Organizations – $25 Million The Child Advocacy Center of Greater Rochester – $5 Million Foodlink – $5 Million Freedom Guide Dogs for the Blind – $2 Million Hillside Family of Agencies – $5 Million Lifespan – $2 Million Medical Motor Service of Rochester & Monroe County – $2 Million Veterans Outreach Center – $2 Million WXXI Public Broadcasting – $2 Million Education – 16 Organizations – $86 Million

John’s University – $3 Million St.

Health – 9 Organizations – $69 Million American Cancer Society, Golisano Hope Lodge – $2 Million American Red Cross – Greater Rochester Chapter – $5 Million Daystar Kids – $5 Million Mercy Flight Central – $5 Million Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center – $10 Million Oishei Children’s Hospital of Buffalo – $10 Million Rochester Regional Health – $20 Million Ronald McDonald House Charities of Rochester, NY – $2 Million Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital – $10 Million Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD) – 26 Organizations – $104 Million Ability Partners (CP Rochester, Rochester Rehab, Happiness House) – $5 Million Arc Allegany-Steuben – $5 Million

Arc Chemung-Schuyler – $5 Million Arc Erie County New York – $5 Million Arc GLOW (Genesee/Livingston/Orleans/Wyoming)- $5 Million Arc of Monroe County – $5 Million Arc of Ontario County – $5 Million Arc of Wayne County – $5 Million AutismUp – $3 Million Best Buddies, WNY – $1 Million Catholic Charities Family and Community Services – $5 Million CDS Life Transitions – $5 Million Cobblestone Arts Center – $2 Million Empowering People’s Independence (EPI) – $5 Million EquiCenter – $2 Million Golisano Autism Center – $3 Million Heritage Christian Services – $5 Million Holy Childhood – $5 Million Lifetime Assistance – $5 Million

The Cariola Center is planning a major announcement regarding its future. The center is currently undergoing a period of transition, with a focus on attracting new businesses and investments. The center is also working on expanding its existing infrastructure and facilities. The Cariola Center is partnering with People, Inc. to develop a new project called Mozaic, which will be located in the Arc of Seneca, Cayuga, and Yates Counties.

Humane Society of Wayne County – $1.5 Million Humane Society of Yates County – $1.5 Million Joyful Rescue – $250,000 Keller’s Kats Rescue – $250,000 Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Greater Rochester – $2 Million Mr. Grey’s Strays – $250,000 Operation Freedom Ride – $250,000 Pet Adoption Network – $250,000 Pet Pride of New York – $1.5 Million Rochester Emergency Veterinary Services – $1.5 Million Rochester HOPE for Pets – $250,000 SPCA in Cattaraugus County – $1.5 Million SPCA Serving Allegany County – $1.5 Million SPCA Serving Erie County – $1.5 Million Wyoming County SPCA – $1.5 Million Golisano Foundation – $52 Million

About Tom Golisano and the Golisano Foundation Tom Golisano—entrepreneur, philanthropist, and civic leader—is the founder of Paychex, Inc., the nation’s largest human resource company for small to medium-sized businesses, providing integrated human capital management solutions for payroll, benefits, human resources, and insurance services for more than 745,000 clients in the U.S. and Europe. Mr. Golisano’s vision, perseverance, and action have left an indelible mark on a broad spectrum of issues that touch our lives—in business, healthcare, education, voter policies, politics, and tax reform. His continuing investments are helping to advance entrepreneurship through the 2023 establishment of the Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship as well as driving the success of numerous businesses and start-ups. His personal philanthropic contributions to hospitals—including three children’s hospitals that bear his name—and numerous educational institutions, his Foundation, and other organizations now exceed $775 million. He has dedicated more than $145 million to advancing inclusive health around the world helping to close the substantial gap in access to care for people with intellectual disabilities.

The Golisaldo Foundation, established in 1985, is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It is a testament to Mr. Golisano’s unwavering commitment to dignity and inclusion.

Connect with us at Golisanofoundation.org, @GolisanoFdn, @ThomasGolisano About Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship is a leader in alternative post-secondary business education. Delivering a high-quality and accelerated business experience for students of all ages, Golisano Institute leverages an expansive roster of higher education partners, entrepreneur advisors, and business connections to help professionals reach their full potential. Thanks to the generosity of founder Tom Golisano, qualified students can access the Institute’s benefits at a significantly lower cost than the average higher education institution. For more information, visit us at LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, or golisanoinstitute.org. SOURCE Tom Golisano

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