Businessman and philanthropist Tom Golisano, Chairman of the Golisano Foundation and Paychex, donated the use of his yacht Laurel earlier this week, to transport 30 tons of supplies including water, food, and sanitation kits, from Nassau to Freeport, and to rescue dogs following the destruction caused by Hurricane Dorian. The rescue effort was
organized by
Yacht Aid Globa
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A Press Conference with Laurel's captain, Roy Hodges, and crew will be held today to discuss the operations. (see information below)
Thursday September 12, 2019
3-4:30 p.m.
West Entrance, Bldg 2019
Mr. Golisano, who is a resident of Naples, Florida, will not be at the press conference but said today:
"I was very pleased to be able to assist in this global humanitarian effort to help the people and some of the dogs impacted by Hurricane Dorian. Laurel and our incredible crew led by Captain Roy Hodges, all did an amazing job bringing essential supplies to the Bahamas and rescuing about 50 dogs who were left homeless when the shelter in which they lived was destroyed. I am very proud of all their hard work. We will all keep the people of the Bahamas in our prayers."
Media Links for Reference
WPTV 5
- including Facebook live when dogs arrived