Six year old James Funaro of Nesconset started wearing a tie to school after picture day, decided to try for a Guinness record, and began to help others along the way.
His daily tie-wearing has so far raised over $1,400 for the Suffolk Make-A-Wish Foundation, which helps make wishes come true for children with life-threatening illnesses.
James quickly beat his own goal of raising $1,000 and is now going for $2,000 for Make-A-Wish. He is still wearing those ties! He has received donations from his brother, friends, and people from across America who have heard of his effort.
First grade is coming to a close, and James thinks he might wear a tie all through second grade, too. He may or may not beat a Guinness record, but James Funaro is a winner in Smithtown, already!
To help James help Make-A-Wish, you can send checks payable to Make-A-Wish Foundation of Suffolk County. Mail to James Funaro, PO Box 128 Smithtown, NY 11787.
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