LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — New York philanthropist Tom Golisano announced Tuesday that the University of Kentucky and UK HealthCare will receive a $50 million gift, according to a press release.

“I am proud to make this gift to the University of Kentucky to support the health and well-being of children in the Commonwealth,” said Golisano. “As part of the Golisano Children’s Alliance, UK HealthCare becomes part of a nationally recognized network of children’s hospitals that exemplifies excellence, dignity, and innovation in pediatric health care. With this gift, I hope to further UK’s mission of advancing health care in the state and providing high-quality health care to children and families closer to home.”

The release states that it is the largest gift in UK Healthcare history and the s

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