The cHARITY
FRIENDS OF WILL
Friends of Will (FOW), a 501c3 non-profit, was created in honor of Will Schupler and the lessons Will teaches us including perspective, selflessness, perseverance, and love.
FOW's mission is to raise funds and awareness for organizations that help individuals like Will overcome their mental and physical challenges and live life to the fullest, as well as advance breakthrough research in this space.
The cause
THE CENTER FOR DISCOVERY - HARRIS, NY
The Center for Discovery, a designated Center of Excellence by the New York State Department of health and OPWDD, is a major research and specialty center that offers residential, medical, clinical, and special education programs.
The Center also provides a world-class Music and Creative Arts Therapy, Adapted Physical Education, and a biodynamic agricultural program.
Located in the Mid-Hudson Region, The Center has become a magnet institution where individuals from around the region and world travel to receive highly advanced care and access to groundbreaking research and treatment.
The Center serves 1,200 children and adults from across New York State and beyond. Growing from 25 employees in 1980 to 1,560 employees in 2016.