News

February 9, 2017

Wojeski CPA Firm Exceeds Yearly Charity Goal; Fund Benefits Underprivileged Children in Rensselaer County

Wojeski & Company CPAs has raised over $25,000 for the Wojeski Fund, which benefits low-income children and adolescents in Rensselaer County. The Fund was founded by the firm in 2004 and has raised nearly $200,000 to date. One hundred percent of the funds raised go to needy children in the community; there are no administrative charges for the program.

Wojeski & Company partners with CoNSERNS-U, a non-profit organization with a long history of supporting those in need in Rensselaer County, which assists with the administration and disbursement of the contributions raised by the Fund.

Now celebrating its 26th year in business, Wojeski & Company sponsors a fundraising event each December to benefit underserved children and youth. The 2016 event generated the most contributions made since the Fund’s inception.

Colleen Pidgeon administers the Wojeski Fund through CoNSERNS-U.

“I can’t say enough about how they have impacted the lives of a thousand youth in our community,” she said. “For 12 years, they have quietly and humbly provided the funds to serve low-income children and adolescents with life affirming moments and opportunities. They deserve the highest praise…for all they have done and continue to do for our children.”

The Fund provides essential items that are not covered through other governmental and charity programs. It also enables children to experience activities that their peers enjoy even if they cannot afford the cost.

In addition to essentials such as eyeglasses, medical copayments, clothing and shoes, the Fund also supports summer camp experiences, school field trips, work study programs, high school graduation caps and gowns, and many other items.

“One of the greatest gifts of my job is working with school, community and government professionals to provide financial assistance through a quick and simple referral process. This has only been made possible through the commitment, generosity and hard work of the partners and staff at Wojeski & Company CPAs,” Pidgeon continued, adding that the firm is “to be commended for starting and supporting this one-of-a-kind program that has already provided opportunities, experiences, health and educational benefits to a generation of youth.”