Summarized by the Alliance for Fort Gordon
Published January 1, 2026
A billionaire’s $50 million gift will change the name of Augusta’s children’s hospital.
The renaming to Wellstar Golisano Children’s Hospital of Georgia marks a record donation to the hospital that the health system calls a “historic investment” from Paychex founder Tom Golisano.
“Children’s hospitals are essential to the health and future of our communities, and each one serves families with unique needs and challenges,” Golisano said in a prepared statement. “The team at Wellstar Children’s Hospital of Georgia has a deep commitment to advancing pediatric care, expanding access and investing in innovation. I’m proud to support their work and to welcome them into the Golisano Children’s Alliance as we continue building a collaborative network focused on improving outcomes for children nationwide.”