Tom Golisano Makes $50 Million Commitment to the University of Rochester to Build the New Golisano Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Institute

The University of Rochester announced that entrepreneur, philanthropist, and civic leader B. Thomas “Tom” Golisano has made a historic $50 million commitment, making it possible to build the Golisano Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Institute at the University of Rochester Medical Center.

The new world-class transdisciplinary center will provide solutions to the health and quality of life issues that affect people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Those with IDD are a traditionally underserved population, with approximately 19,000 people affected locally, 120,000 regionally, and 200 million worldwide.

Golisano’s gift will significantly expand the University’s distinctive strengths in IDD patient care, community outreach, and caregiver support programs.

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https://www.rochester.edu/newscenter/gift-golisano-intellectual-developmental-disabilities-institute-announcement-610412/