Our Work

Our mission is to support nonprofit organizations by providing grants that strengthen education, mental and spiritual wellness, and physical health. Hospitals, schools, libraries, the YMCA…. these are just a few of our target recipients.

To date, we have donated more than $550,000 to local nonprofits.

Scroll down to learn more about the projects we have supported.

  • Dave's Wonder Lab

    More than $45,000 was donated to St. Ann’s Academy to fund the construction of an outdoor STEM classroom. Nicholas Gray oversaw the design and construction of this space as his Eagle Scout project. It now serves more than 100 students each year with various STEM activities and learning centers.

    Evening Tribune Article 7/25/25

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  • The David A. Gray Discovery Center

    A $300,000 donation was made to the Hornell YMCA to purchase a facility that will soon become the David A. Gray Discovery Center at 20 Elm Street in the city of Hornell. It will serve all ages with a 9,000 square feet day care center, a 3,000 square feet maker space, and the Steuben County Office for the Aging.

    Evening Tribune Article 7/25/25

    Evening Tribune Article 6/27/25

  • GERMS Documentary with Bill Pullman

    $100,000 in initial funding was provided to produce a documentary on the AMR germ crisis facing hospitals worldwide. This film is being made in collaboration with Bill Pullman and CreativeChaos vmg. Penny & Nick also personally contributed $50,000 each, bringing our total support to $200,000.

    Global Sepsis Alliance Article

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  • St. Ann's Academy Green Space

    $25,000 was donated to St. Ann’s Academy for the creation of a green space and fenced in play yard next to the school. Construction on this project starts soon and will include play equipment and outdoor games.

  • Scholarships

    More than $12,500 in scholarships and tuition assistance has been given to St. Ann’s Academy students and Hornell High School graduates who will be attending college. We plan to donate at least $5,000 in scholarships every year.

  • The Hornell Public Library

    A $20,000 grant was given to the Hornell Public Library to digitize old newspapers that are currently on microfilm. This process will make it easier for students and others to research Hornell history.

  • Other Donations

    A total of $50,000 in grants was given to the following organizations:

    - The Clarksville Museum

    - St. James Hospital

    - Catholic Charities of Steuben County

    - Our Lady of the Valley Parish

    - Boy Scouts Troop 16

    - The Hornell Ski Team

    - The Clarksville Community Foundation

    - The Hornell YMCA

    - Legacy of Life Foundation