Steve Evangelista was one of the founding Directors of the Vasari Cares Foundation,  He served as it's Chairperson from inception until his sudden passing in 2022.  Steve had a remarkable career in leading charitable organizations helping raise over $45 million dollars in his lifetime.  He was instrumental in building Vasari Cares and building our relationship with the local Mercedes Benz dealership that has supported our efforts from the start.  In 2023, Vasari Cares donated $25,000 to Golisano Children's Hospital in memory of Steve.  The plaque below has been permanently affixed next to the Medication Room in the Surgical Center of the hospital.