Legacy
Described by friends and family as someone who never sat still for long, John Chomyk lived a full life devoted to his community.
John D. Marsellus, a devoted civic leader, left a lasting legacy in Central New York through his lifelong commitment to community, philanthropy and leadership development.
Over her 97 years, Ursula Hubby's generosity and kindness benefited countless Central New Yorkers. Now, her caring spirit carries on through charitable legacy that will continue to help others for generations.
Sitting down to write your own obituary probably doesn’t sound like an ideal way to spend an afternoon. But, after many years of charitable planning, I have found that it can also be the key to unlocking deeper purpose and clarity.
Bellow, a native of Oswego, NY, chose to make the community her lifelong home. Through her legacy fund, Bellow plans to provide support to many groups, all of which reflect the causes most important to her — women, education, community needs and history.
Last year, we shared Lucy's story as an example of how even the most surprising gifts can leave a legacy. Since then, we have received additional photos of Lucy's life from her remaining family.
Jeff and Rachel embrace giving in every facet of life—through faith, family and community. Their philanthropy emphasizes local impact, inspiring others to give in meaningful ways.
Music has been a lifelong passion for retired physicians Dr. Harold L. Husovsky and Dr. Susan E. Stred, influencing the establishment of their donor-advised fund, Rhapsody in Green, that they use to support their charitable interests in music, education, and community needs.
Think of an endowment as a giant savings account filled with donations, which gets invested to grow over time.
The unexpected and unrestricted nature of Lucy’s bequest echoes the quiet yet profound impact individuals can have on causes they hold dear, even in the absence of overt support during their lifetime.