maw_061009_5113.jpgNew York, July 1, 2009 —– More than 500 members of New York’s business and philanthropic community gathered at Cipriani Wall Street as Tom Glocer, Chief Executive Officer of Thomson Reuters was honored for his outstanding contributions towards the Foundation’s mission of granting the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions during the annual gala of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Metro New York.

The evening’s program raised more than $1million through sponsorships, ticket sales and a Live Auction, making the event a resounding success.

Speeches by Pat Clemency, President and CEO, Make-A-Wish Foundation of Metro New York and Thomas A. Roberts, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Make-A-Wish Foundation of Metro New York and Senior Partner and Co-Chair, Corporate Department, Weil Gotshal & Manges LLP, emphasized the importance of a caring and generous community network that helps to create magical wish experiences and acknowledged Tom Glocer and the staff at Thomson Reuters as vital members of that community network. In a touching speech, Make-A-Wish Foundation of Metro New York Advisory Board member Michael Klein reminded audience members that their generous contributions have a deep and lasting impact on the lives of wish children and their families, and encouraged guests to participate fully in the Live Auction.

“It is with great joy and gratitude that we honor Tom Glocer, an outstanding representative of the compassionate community that makes wishes come true,” said Pat Clemency.  “How remarkable, that in these challenging economic times, the support and enthusiasm of Make-A-Wish supporters such as Tom Glocer and his team make it possible to raise more than $1 million.”
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“All of us at Thomson Reuters are inspired by these children and honored to be part of the effort to make their wishes come true,” commented Gala honoree Tom Glocer, CEO Thomson Reuters. “On behalf of these remarkable kids, we are especially grateful for the support of our friends and partners during these challenging times.”

Thomas A. Roberts said, “As the head of the world’s leading source of intelligent information, Tom Glocer’s leadership skills and accomplishments are admired and respected around the world. As the man whose significant caring and contributions help to bring joy and hope to children with life-threatening medical conditions, Tom Glocer is a much appreciated honoree of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Metro New York.”

Without a doubt, the presence and compelling stories of the 11 wish kids and families attending the event played a significant role in the fundraising success of the Live Auction, which featured wish sponsorships in support of the Foundation’s goal to grant 200 wishes during summer, the busiest wishgranting season.