"Everyone should have an opportunity to be treated with respect. Strong legs run so that weak legs may walk."
B. Thomas Golisano, Founder
Latest News
Golisano Foundation and UR Launch New Institute for Innovative Transition to
Prepare Adolescents with Developmental Disabilities for a Successful Adulthood
In response to a vital community need for effective transition information, programs, and services for young adults with disabilities and their families, the Golisano Foundation has teamed up with the University of Rochester to launch an Institute for Innovative Transition, an effort that will impact more than 900 families in Monroe County. The Institute will be housed at the Strong Center for Developmental Disabilities, a division of Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong. It is made possible thanks to a $600,000 grant from the Golisano Foundation. Read more
Collaborative Community Transition Planning Process Report
In April of 2006, over one hundred members of the Greater Rochester, New York
community - youth with developmental disabilities and supportive family members, educators,
administrators, advocates, community leaders, state agency and adult services personnel -
gathered to begin a comprehensive examination of the transition process from high school to the
adult world for students with developmental disabilities. Since then we have convened Expert
Panels, reviewed data, explored best practices and held many discussions to provide us with
further information and insights on transition. Read Report
Golisano Foundation 2007 Grant Awards Benefit 46 Organizations
We are pleased to announce awards made in 2007 to benefit 46 area organizations. See Awards
Including Samuel Film Premiers April 21, 2008
February 14, 2008 – Photojournalist Dan Habib rarely thought about the inclusion of children with disabilities before he had his son Samuel eight years ago. Now he thinks about it every day. Full story
Funding Systemic Change: Grantmakers Forum of New York Interview with the Golisano Foundation
January 2008 – Ann Costello talks with the Grantmakers Forum about the Foundation’s recent investment in transition planning for students with developmental disabilities, and its interaction with state agencies. Full story
Pet Assisted Therapy Program Gets a $60,000 Boost from The Golisano Foundation
January 2008 – With a $60,000 grant from The Golisano Foundation, Lollypop Farm will significantly expand its Pet Assisted Therapy program, which has served the community for more than 20 years. Full story
Ann Costello Speaks at Event to Commemorate Establishment of New York State’s First-ever Disability History Week
Representatives from People Inc. and its Museum of disABILITY History were instrumental in establishing the third week in October as Disability History Week in New York State. The resolution was passed by the New York State Legislature in June of 2007. Full story
