Community Corner
Meet The Charity: The Clark Gillies Foundation Of LI Helps Children In Need
The foundation helps children who are physically, developmentally, and/or financially challenged.
LONG ISLAND, NY — Local charities are the unsung heroes of our communities. Nonprofit and not-for-profit organizations strive to create lasting change and positively impact the lives of those around them.
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What is your name?
Emily Tyree
What is the name of your charity?
Clark Gillies Foundation
What is your position within your charity?
Executive Director
What community is your organization based in
Long Island
Link to your website
What is your mission?
The Clark Gillies Foundation is a non-profit corporation developed to help children who are physically, developmentally, and/or financially challenged. This assistance can be in the form of payments for medical services, family financial aid, events to enhance the quality of life, and many other forms. Our goal is to help children improve the quality of life and be of assistance in a time of crisis.
What does your charity do to further its mission? Please list examples.
Events
What inspired you to start your charity?
Clark started the foundation in 1998 because he had a passion for helping children in need.
How can people help you accomplish your organization's mission or get involved in events?
Donate - and attend our Islanders game in January and our Cocktail Party in July.
What is the most memorable moment you've had since starting your organization?
Building a handicap bathroom for a family who couldn't afford it.
What else would you like people to know about your charity?
That over 90% of our profits go to children in need.
What are your organization's social media pages or handles?
IG: @clarkgillies_foundation / FB: @ClarkGilliesFoundation
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