Tom Golisano pledges $85M for nonprofits in Southwest Florida
Thomas Golisano's announcement that he is giving $360 million to 80-plus area nonprofits, coupled with other philanthropy, is earning Golisano comparisons to George Eastman. (Photo: WHEC)
NAPLES, F.L. — Two months after announcing $360 million in donations to nonprofits in Rochester and across Upstate New York, Paychex founder Tom Golisano is also pledging to donate to Florida nonprofits.
Golisano announced $85 million for 40 nonprofits in Southwest Florida on Tuesday. The philanthropist splits time between Rochester and Florida. He says that, much like in Rochester, he has built a relationship with many non-profits around Southwest Florida.
“People reach out to my office every day with requests to fund new ideas, general support, and more,” Golisano said. “I am impressed with the dedication and innovation of the organizations that I have had the opportunity to build relationships with here in Florida. I’m very happy with the organizations and what our funding has helped them to materialize.”
Tuesday’s announcement mirrored Golisano’s speech in Rochester, where he announced donations for more than 80 nonprofits including universities, healthcare providers, animal care groups, and more. Golisano received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Rochester Chamber of Commerce earlier this month.
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