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In November 2024, Shelly Avery joined the Mary Cariola Radio Show to discuss the intricacies and benefits of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). She provided insightful information on how HSAs can be a valuable tool for managing healthcare expenses. Discussed was important considerations when deciding on an HSA: Eligibility: Individuals must be enrolled in a high-deductible…

Smola Consulting was proud to sponsor of Lollypop Farm’s 2024 Barktober Fest and the Walk for the Animals, an event that promised to be a highlight for pet lovers and compassionate community members alike. People marked their calendars for Saturday, September 28th, and prepared for a day filled with fun, excitement, and an opportunity to…

Mary Cariola Center and Smola Consulting – Thank you! Mary Cariola Center is celebrating another successful year of their annual Walking on Sunshine event. This year, the event raised an over $175,000, which will significantly benefit the center’s mission of providing comprehensive services and care for individuals with complex disabilities. The Walking on Sunshine event…

Every year, as the days grow warmer and the sun shines brighter, Smola Consulting eagerly anticipates the Mary Cariola Center’s Walking on Sunshine fundraising event. This annual event is not just a walk; it is a testament to the power of community, compassion, and the commitment to support individuals with complex disabilities. Volunteering at Walking…

On May 16, 2024, Dan shared his insights on simplifying wellness routines during an engaging discussion on Mary Cariola’s radio show. His approach to wellness emphasizes ease, accessibility, and sustainability, allowing individuals to tailor their routines to fit seamlessly into their daily lives. Dan’s philosophy on wellness revolves around a few core principles that help…

Goodwill of the Finger Lakes and Smola Consulting hosted the 2024 Goodwill Gala on March 9 at the Hyatt Regency. The event, themed “Elevating Community. Empowering Connections,” raised more than $225,435 for Goodwill’s many community programs and services, focusing on 211/LIFE LINE.

Smola Consulting was honored to once again support Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, in raising nearly $500,000 at its 28th Annual Tails of Hope Telethon.  The telethon supports the organization’s mission to better the lives of animals through justice, prevention and life-saving care.  It featured stories of pets saved, live interviews with…

Open enrollment is the only time of the year that you can make changes to your health plan. Take the time to understand your premiums, cost, and benefits to make the best decision for you and your family to stay healthy and financially secure. Premiums – How much do you pay for your insurance? Open…

Once again, Smola Consulting joined Mary Cariola Center and over 1,000 walkers to raise over $150,000 at their largest annual community fundraiser. This family friendly event supports children with complex, multiple disabilities from ten counties and 50 school districts. Click Here to See Full Video

On Saturday, March 11th, Goodwill of the Finger Lakes and Smola Consulting put on an unforgettable evening of fun and philanthropy. The annual gala, “Dancing in Denim,” was held at the luxurious Hyatt Regency in downtown Rochester. Guests were treated to a night of excitement, with a silent and live auction, delicious dinner and open…

Smola Consulting was once again a titanium sponsor of Mary Cariola Center’s “Walking on Sunshine” fundraising event on Sunday, September 21st, 2021. We welcomed more than 1,000 supportive walkers for this family-friendly event, supporting children with multiple and complex disabilities. The Walk was full of fun activities that were enjoyed by all. The event raised…

We are very excited to announce the 2021 Good Life Challenge, our 4th annual 10-Day Whole Food Plant-Based Challenge. This year’s Challenge begins on Monday January 11 and concludes on Wednesday January 20.

On behalf of the Penn Yan Central School District and the Finger Lakes Area School Health Plan (FLASHP), Smola Consulting registered 17 people  for The Lift Project in October of 2020. This progressive group of employees completed their coursework and a component of the program is that the Lift Project donates 10% of the course…

Walking on Sunshine goes virtual and becomes Walking on Sunshine Weekend! Smola Consulting was again proud to be a titanium sponsor of this great event. The Sunshine Crew provided fun and innovative activities for all Walking on Sunshine participants including a virtual kick off event, pep rally, swag bag, cool t-shirts, the Mary Cariola Company…

The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired Hosted their Summon the Spirits Gala 2020 on October 15th. Smola Consulting was proud to be the presenting sponsor of this fantastic virtual fundraising event. The event was attended by the Rochester community from the comfort of their homes own Doug Emblidge of 13 WHAM TV led…

The Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ABVI), a mission program of Goodwill of the Finger Lakes, celebrated 50 years of providing Low Vision Services to the Finger Lakes region at its 2019 Visionary Gala: Hearts of Gold presented by Smola Consulting, took place on Saturday, March 9, 2019 from 6:00-9:00 pm at the…

Clients enjoyed a morning of wellness on May 24th with Keynote Speaker Lisa Norsen, Chief Wellness Officer, UR Medicine Employee Wellness, followed by a Mindful Movement Activity with Marla Pellitier, Inward Office. Smola Consulting Clients, Seneca Falls CSD and Goodwill of the Finger Lakes also shared some “Proof Positive” wellness success from their organizations. Rick…

The Tails of Hope Telethon is the annual fundraiser that helps to fund the many great programs for pets in need. Smola Consulting supports this important annual fundraiser so that Lollypop Farm can provide food, shelter, veterinary services, and other forms of compassionate care for hundreds of pets every day. We are committed to providing…

https://vimeo.com/242581719Steve Smola honored as 2017 Outstanding Small Business Philanthropist – Doing good things for the right reasons! On National Philanthropy Day, The Association of Fundraising Professionals – Genesee Valley Chapter held their annual awards luncheon on Friday November 3, 2017. Mary Cariola Children’s Center, a Smola Consulting Client nominated Steve Smola for this wonderful award.…