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Your generosity empowers people with disabilities at Unity House. As we approach the end of 2025, I want to make sure you know of three ways to support Unity House’s mission that could also shrink your tax bill.   Read the full article: How to save on taxes while supporting Unity House

Every month, federal SNAP benefits pay for $30,000 in food for people with disabilities who live in Unity House residences. When the recent government shutdown put those benefits on hold, Unity House supporters responded. In less than a week, 19 people made more than $2,300 in gifts. We would never allow the people we support… Read the full article: You put food on the table for people with disabilities

What makes a good leader? CEO Liz Smith was recently interview by Syracuse.com reporter Marie Morelli as part of their ongoing series, ‘On Leadership.’ “You have to stay consistent and focused on your mission,” Liz said. “You need to stay informed. You need to not let the crazy infiltrate the walls. And you just have… Read the full article: Unity House’s Liz Smith on leadership

We couldn’t deliver on our mission without our amazing employees. Employees of the Quarter are nominated by their peers. Each breathes life into Unity House’s core values: honesty, integrity, and respect. Congratulations to our most recent honorees! DSP of Q-3 2025: Brittany Randolph Senior Counselor, Hector Street IRA, Ithaca “It has been an absolute pleasure to… Read the full article: Q-3 Employees of the Quarter

Thanks to Unity House donors and a new state grant, seven people with disabilities will soon get to live in a new, fully accessible home. In August, New York State awarded a $647,000 Health Care Facility Transformation Program IV grant to purchase land and build a new group home in Cayuga County. Donations from Unity… Read the full article: A New “New Life”

Every September, Unity House comes alive with a shared purpose: to celebrate, appreciate, and strengthen the incredible community we’ve built together. With more than 360 dedicated employees — including over 200 outstanding Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) — we set aside this special time each year to focus on what matters most: our people. At the… Read the full article: Fun at Fillmore Glen: Unity Games comes to a close

When you make charitable gifts, you put your money where your values are. By making a planned gift, you ensure that your values live on for generations to come. Please join us for an insightful discussion on what you need to know to leave a legacy and strengthen your community. Our two expert panelists will… Read the full article: You’re invited to ‘For the Next Generation’

Beardsley Architects + Engineers recently held their 21st annual charity golf tournament at Highland Park Golf Course in Auburn. For the third year in a row, Unity House was honored as the event’s beneficiary. Twenty foursomes competed across 18 holes, followed by dinner and an awards ceremony. The overall winning team, consisting of Ryan Benedict,… Read the full article: Golf for a good cause: $12.7k raised for Unity House

My brother, Phillip, was born with an intellectual disability. His memory has always been sharp, though. He especially remembers people who have helped him in life.

Now 64, Phil has been living at Unity House’s Green Street residence in Ithaca since 1988. Read the full article: Leaving a Legacy