Supporting the Children and Families of Our Community

 

We are not just strong,
we are Tyler Strong.

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Our Story

Tyler Hutt lived his life courageously, and his passion for life was contagious. Although Tyler passed away at the age of seventeen, his legacy and spirit continue to thrive. Tyler, our beloved son, brother, friend, and teammate, found strength through adversity, and we know that he’d want others to do the same. We created the Tyler Strong Foundation to celebrate children and families in our community who embody Tyler’s spirit and personify a Tyler Strong way of life.

 

Who is Tyler?

“Winners never quit and quitters never win.”  – Vince Lombardi

Tyler Hutt loved life. Tyler was so passionate about life that he decided to surprise his parents by arriving in the world six weeks early. Along with his passion for life came challenges, but Tyler never saw these hurdles as obstacles; he just accepted the speed bumps of life and never gave up. Before the end of fifth grade, Tyler dealt with kidney issues, endured five surgeries, and survived a blood clot in his brain.

Although Tyler’s life was different than most kids, he didn’t see himself that way. Tyler developed a love of sports and learned what it felt like to be a part of a team. He played, coached, and umpired youth basketball, played junior varsity golf, and developed his biggest love: football.

Tyler was a HUGE Buffalo Bills fan and loved everything about the sport, from playing flag football to becoming a member of his school’s varsity team. During the years following his blood clot, Tyler couldn’t play football, so instead, he coached alongside his father. Even when he played varsity, but was sidelined for a knee injury, he still supported his team and the community of Victor.

Tyler’s spark for life didn’t end with football. He lived his life by the Golden Rule and treated others as he wanted to be treated. He demonstrated leadership qualities and showed kindness to all, especially to his parents, brother, family, friends, and the Victor community. In Tyler’s memory, remember, “Be kind and never quit!” That is what T. Hutt would do!

Our Mission & Approach

The Tyler Strong Foundation supports kids and families living in Victor, New York. We donate scholarships and awards to members of the community who’ve gone through hardships but have demonstrated perseverance and a zest for life, much like Tyler Hutt.

Since our inception in 2014, the Tyler Strong Foundation has donated $60,000 in scholarships and awards. Because of your generosity and support, we’ve supported the following causes with your donations:

Community Impact

Dollars Donated

  • Community Sponsorships & Events – $4,000 6% 6%
  • Victor Central Schools – $18,000 26% 26%
  • Dollars for Scholars – Over $20,000 29% 29%
  • Golisano’s Children’s Hospital – Over $26,000 37% 37%

Community Sponsorships & Events

  •  $4,000 Donated
  • Boy’s state
  • Various families in need
  • Center For Youth

Victor Central Schools

  •  $18,000 donated
  • TIG training – Trauma, grief training for staff and teachers
  • Scoreboard
  • Lunches during pandemic

Dollars for Scholars

  • Over $20,000 awarded
  • 10 scholarship winners

Golisano’s Children’s Hospital

  • Over $26,000 donated
  • Music therapy
  • Gala Sponsor
  • Multiple Events & Fundraisers

Your Donations Make a HUGE Impact

Brynne Kessler

2021 Winner

Past Winners

Kaitlyn Marshall | 2020 Winner

Erin Gyles | 2019 Winner

Nichole Mailiwauki | 2018 Winner

Kendall Godwin | 2017 Winner

Samantha Bartolone | 2016 Winner

Connor Sharkey | 2015 Winner