From an international charity spotlight to an upcoming honor for its executive director, the Wiskott-Aldrich Foundation continues to build momentum following Michael Skrynecki’s recognition as Invest in Others’ 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.
The impact of charitable leadership extends far beyond a single moment of recognition. For Michael Skrynecki, of Skrynecki Financial Planning Group of Raymond James in Atlanta, Georgia, being named the 2026 Invest in Others Lifetime Achievement Award recipient is part of a much larger story of dedication to improving lives through philanthropy.
That story continues to gain attention as the Wiskott-Aldrich Foundation, Inc., the nonprofit organization at the heart of Mike’s charitable work, celebrates new opportunities for international visibility and recognition.
Bringing a Rare Disease Mission to a Global Audience
The Wiskott-Aldrich Foundation is featured in the October 2026 edition of RARE Revolution Magazine, a UK-based publication with a global audience dedicated to elevating the voices, experiences, and work of the rare disease community.
The Foundation’s Charity Spotlight, beginning on page 16, introduces readers to its mission and efforts to support those affected by Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome, a rare genetic immune disorder. The feature also celebrates Mike’s recognition by Invest in Others, with a full page dedicated to his 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award on page 20!
This international exposure represents another opportunity to raise awareness of the Foundation’s work, connect with the broader rare disease community, and shine a light on the role that financial advisors can play in advancing causes that matter deeply to them.
Read the Wiskott-Aldrich Foundation feature in RARE Revolution Magazine
Celebrating Leadership in the Rare Disease Community
The Foundation has even more to celebrate. On November 1, 2026, its Executive Director, Dr. Sumathi Iyengar, is scheduled to be recognized with the Abbey Meyers Khushi Bridging Award by the Global Organization for Rare Diseases (GORD) and IndoUSrare at George Mason University.
The upcoming recognition highlights the important work of leaders committed to advancing awareness, collaboration, and support within the rare disease community.
Together, these milestones reflect the growing visibility of the Wiskott-Aldrich Foundation and the dedication of the individuals working to advance its mission.
Honoring a Lifetime of Giving Back
At the 20th Anniversary Invest in Others Awards Gala, held September 17, 2026, in Boston, Mike was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his enduring commitment to charitable service and his work with the Wiskott-Aldrich Foundation.
The award celebrates financial advisors whose longstanding philanthropic leadership has made a meaningful and lasting difference in the communities and causes they serve.
Mike’s story is a powerful reminder that the influence of a financial advisor can extend well beyond the clients they serve. Through sustained involvement, advocacy, and leadership, advisors can help bring greater attention, resources, and momentum to important charitable missions.
Watch Michael Skrynecki’s 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award acceptance speech
Growing Charitable Impact Beyond the Awards
As the Wiskott-Aldrich Foundation continues to earn recognition and reach new audiences, its progress illustrates the lasting value of connecting professional success with charitable purpose.
Invest in Others is proud to celebrate Michael Skrynecki, Dr. Sumathi Iyengar, and the entire Wiskott-Aldrich Foundation team as they continue to advance their mission and bring greater awareness to the rare disease community.
Their work exemplifies what Invest in Others strives to encourage across the financial services industry: growing the charitable impact of financial advisors.
