CANANDAIGUA -- After several discussions and great consideration, the F.F. Thompson Foundation, Inc. recently made the difficult decision to cancel the Thompson Health Gala originally scheduled for Sept. 11.
The lakeside gala is an annual tradition for Thompson, and last year’s raised nearly $120,000.
While considering how – and whether – to move forward with this year’s gala, the foundation had sent a short survey to its email subscribers, inquiring about their comfort levels with large gatherings. The results yielded insight leading to the decision to cancel, according to Development Specialist Heather Rickett.
Those able are asked to consider helping Thompson offset the funding gap by donating online, at www.ThompsonHealth.com/Foundation.
“We are thankful for philanthropic partnership with Thompson and support during this challenging time for our organization and our community as a whole,” Rickett said, noting the Foundation is already looking forward to a 2021 gala.