Dake Foundation Raises More Than $180K to Support Local Children With Disabilities 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Dake Foundation for Children raised more than $180,000 to support local children with disabilities during their May 31 annual Child’s Play fundraiser. 

Founded by Gary Dake, President of Stewart’s Shops, the Foundation has provided grants to local children with disabilities since 2009 with a focus on inclusion, independence, and fun. The Foundation announced it will now additionally be offering assistance to local 501c3 nonprofit organizations seeking to make their spaces or programming more accessible and inclusive.

The first recipient of the Community Grant program will be the Saratoga Springs Children’s Museum, who will be provided with up to $25,000 towards building an inclusive playground. 

To apply, donate, or to learn more about the Dake Foundation for Children, visit http://www.dakefoundation.org.