The donation, the largest in New York State history, is expected to have a lasting impact on the communities. The donation is being distributed through the Tom Golisano Foundation, which was established in 2008. The foundation has a long history of supporting various causes, including education, healthcare, and social services.
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A. Golisano’s Legacy of Philanthropy
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Tom Golisano, a prominent figure in the Rochester, New York, business community, has pledged a significant sum of money to support various causes. He has a long-standing commitment to philanthropy, having donated millions of dollars to organizations across the country. Golisano’s philanthropic endeavors are driven by his belief in the power of education, healthcare, and economic development.
Canisius University – $5 million Charles Finney School – $3 million Daemen University – $5 million The Harley School – $5 million Hope Hall – $3 million McQuaid Jesuit – $5 million Niagara University – $10 million Nazareth – $5 million Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women – $5 million Roberts Wesleyan University – $5 million Rochester Institute of Technology – $10 million Intellectual and developmental disability services: Ability Partners, CP Rochester, Rochester Rehab, Happiness House – $5 million Arc Allegany-Steuben – $5 million Arc Chemung-Schuyler – $5 million Arc Erie – $5 million Arc GLOW – $5 million
Arc Monroe – $5 million Arc Ontario – $5 million Arc Wayne – $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 EPI – $5 million Equicenter – $2 million Golisano Autism Center – $3 million Heritage Christian Services – $5 million Holy Childhood – $5 million Lifetime Assistance – $5 million Mary Cariola – TBD Mozaic (Arc Seneca Cayuga Yates) – $5 million People Inc. – $5 million Springbook – $5 million Starbridge Services – $2 million
Summit Center – $5 million Animal Welfare: Better Together Rescue Center – $250,000 Beverly Animal Shelter – $1 million Chautauqua County Humane Society – $1.5 million Chemung County Humane Society – $1 million Finger Lakes SPCA of CNY – $1.5 million Headed for Furever – $250,000 Hornell Area Humane Society – $1.5 million Humane Society of Schuyler County – $1.5 million Humane Society of Yates County – $1.5 million Joyful Rescue – $250,000 Keller’s Kats Rescue – $250,000 Lollypop Farm – $2 million Mr. Gray’s Strays – $250,000 Operation Freedom Ride – $250,000 Pet Adoption Network – $250,000 Pet Pride of New York – $1.5 million
The Rochester area has a strong commitment to animal welfare, evidenced by significant financial contributions from various organizations. Several organizations have pledged substantial sums of money to support animal shelters and rescue efforts. * **Rochester Emergency Veterinary Services:** This organization has received a $1.5 million grant.
Contributing: Democrat and Chronicle reporter Madison Scott This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Tom Golisano donates to upstate NY non-profits. See beneficiary list
