We are Proud to Support the Network of Charities that Give to CNY and our Communities
Big I CNY is proud to support many Central NY charitable organizations with the proceeds from our annual Golf Tournament. Over the past 18 years, Big I CNY has contributed more than $230,000 to local charities to help them serve those in need. In January 2026 we gathered with representative from the 20 groups listed below to give them a total of $25,000. We learned about their mission and the work that they do every day here in Central New York.
If you are interested in learning more about how to get involved, volunteer or attend their fundraising events please click on the name of the organization (below) to visit their website. If you have a group to nominate for next year please contact Kathy Lawler at klawler@biginy.org.
2026 Recipients
Supporting hope, health, and healing through community outreach, educational programs, and relationship-based services for Syracuse's Southwest neighborhood.
Empowering young men to become leaders of character, confidence, and integrity through mentorship, education, and positive role models.
Empowering veterans, military members, and their families through supportive programs, trusted resources, and a strong community dedicated to lifelong well-being.
CNY Bear Team
They host events to raise money to purchase bears from Build-A-Bear for kids at Golisano Children’s Hospital. They also have volunteers who sew clothes for the bears. The Bear Team has brought over $14,000 bears to children since it was founded in 2011.
Providing respite, support, and resources that empower parents and caregivers of children with special needs or life-threatening medical conditions to rest, recharge, and renew.
Fighting childhood food insecurity by providing weekend meals, summer nutrition programs, and compassionate support that helps children and families thrive.
Helping youth develop resilience, self-confidence, and leadership skills through educational programs centered around the game of golf.
Providing compassionate end-of-life care in a home-like setting where individuals with terminal illnesses are surrounded by dignity, comfort, and unconditional love.
Providing financial assistance and compassionate support to Central New York families navigating pediatric cancer while advancing awareness and funding for childhood cancer research.
Providing compassionate rescue, care, and adoption services that give homeless dogs a second chance with loving families throughout Central New York.
Providing veterans with a day of honor, gratitude, and remembrance through visits to the national memorials that commemorate their military service.
Providing hope, comfort, and encouragement to individuals facing cancer and other serious illnesses through care packages, community support, and acts of compassion.
Providing compassionate street outreach, essential resources, and supportive relationships to individuals experiencing homelessness throughout Central New York.
Providing a safe, nurturing home and supportive services for women experiencing homelessness or an unplanned pregnancy as they build a path toward stability and independence.
Empowering young people with the knowledge and skills to succeed through programs focused on financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship.
Providing nutritious meals, nutrition education, and resource assistance to support the health and independence of homebound neighbors.
Supporting parents and caregivers of hospitalized children by providing comfort items, essential toiletries, and encouragement during a difficult time.
Empowering students to succeed by providing personalized support with college enrollment, financial aid, persistence through graduation, and career readiness.
Providing faith-based outreach, essential resources, and compassionate support to individuals experiencing poverty and hardship throughout Syracuse.
Working to end childhood bedlessness by providing handcrafted beds and bedding to children in need at no cost to families.