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Tom Golisano announces 'transformational gifts' of $85 million to 41 nonprofits across Southwest Florida
Tom Golisano, entrepreneur, the founder of Paychex, philanthropist, and civic leader, announced Tuesday his second series of major gifts totaling $85 million to 41 nonprofit organizations across Southwest Florida. "The awards, which range from $150,000 to $10 million each, are being made to a diverse range of causes, all of which are meaningful to Golisano. They span healthcare, education, intellectual and developmental disabilities, other critical community needs and animal welfare. The gifts will be paid over four to five years, are unrestricted and may be used at each organization’s discretion," a release announcing the gifts states. “One of my favorite sayings is ‘the only ...