philanthropy
A $3 million donation from Abby and Doug Bennett and the Sands Family Foundation has brought the Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) halfway toward its goal of raising $6 million to offer permanent free admission. The endowment—named the Abby and Doug Bennett and Sands Family Foundation Free for All Endowment—aims to eliminate financial barriers to museum […]
Oishei Children’s Hospital in Buffalo will be renamed Golisano Children’s Hospital of Buffalo in January 2026, following a record $50 million donation from billionaire philanthropist Tom Golisano. Hospital leaders expressed deep gratitude, citing the impact the funds will have on expanding health services for mothers, children, and infants. Golisano, founder of Paychex and former owner […]
Shaquille O’Neal’s Big Chicken franchise continues its meteoric rise, with over 350 new locations in development. Originally launched in Las Vegas in 2018, the brand has become known for bold menu items and oversized portions like the “Big Aristotle.” Big Chicken is just one part of Shaq’s vast post-NBA empire, which includes investments in Auntie […]
Kodak Black has received the key to the city of Pompano Beach in recognition of his long-standing community service. From donating air conditioning units to covering rent for struggling families and organizing annual events, the rapper has quietly supported his hometown in meaningful ways. Mayor Rex Hardin praised Kodak’s “heart,” saying his consistent efforts deserve […]
Fashion Week of Rochester is back, transforming the Temple Theater into a vibrant runway in support of The Center for Youth. The event, founded by fashion veteran Meghan Mundy, celebrates 15 years of empowering local youth, especially LGBTQ+ individuals and homeless teens. This year’s show includes global fashion designer Adebayo Jones, who is donating his […]
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Tom Golisano announced a $360 million donation to 82 nonprofits across Upstate New York. Golisano, founder of Paychex and chairman of the Golisano Foundation, made the emotional announcement, emphasizing the importance of giving back to the community. The funds will support organizations focused on health, education, intellectual and developmental disabilities, community services, […]
Warren Buffett, the 94-year-old leader of Berkshire Hathaway, has announced that upon his death, his nearly $144 billion fortune will be donated to a charitable trust managed by his three children—Howard, Susie, and Peter Buffett—rather than to the Gates Foundation as previously intended. This marks a significant shift in his philanthropic plans outlined 18 years […]
Megan Thee Stallion has launched an Emergency Power Program to support senior citizens in Houston following the devastation of Hurricane Beryl. The hurricane left at least 18 people dead and two million without power. Megan, through her Pete and Thomas Foundation, has partnered with Bread of Life Inc. to provide generators for the elderly, ensuring […]
Billionaire philanthropist Tom Golisano has donated $50 million to the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) to establish the Golisano Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Institute. This is the largest single gift in the university’s history and Golisano’s most significant donation. The new institute will consolidate URMC’s programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental […]
Melinda French Gates has announced a $1 billion donation over the next two years to support women and family rights globally, including reproductive rights. In a New York Times opinion piece, she emphasized the urgency of supporting women’s organizations facing increasing restrictions on abortion and other rights. French Gates’ decision follows her recent departure as […]
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