ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — One organization benefiting from the generosity of Philanthropist Tom Golisano is Best Buddies Western New York.
Tuesday, Golisano gave away $360 million to 82 non-profits across Upstate New York. And some, are still processing the good news.
Tom Golisano donating $360M across Upstate NY nonprofits
Lindsay Jewitt with Best Buddies Western New York told News 8 she started with the organization when it came to Rochester eight years ago. Since then, she’s seen it continue to grow.
And with that recent donation from Golisano, it will only take the mission further.
“I think that people have invested in us. We invest back in them. We’re hoping to bring more programs to the area. We have a really strong base of programs,” Jewett told News 8.
Best Buddies International has a 37-year history of serving individuals with developmental disabilities and those feeling isolated. The organization works in schools, job programs, and community inclusion.
“We want everyone to feel included, but not everyone does,” Jewett said. “And so how do you get to reach those people that don’t feel included, that don’t feel like they have a place in our community? And we help them do that, and that’s been amazing to watch.”