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Member News Rochester, N.Y., January 20, 2026 – East House officially announces their 2nd annual PAR FOR THE CAUSE Golf Tournament on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at The Links at Greystone. This event supports and raises funds to empower individuals in recovery from mental health and substance use disorders to live healthy and fulfilling lives…
Member News BATAVIA, NY (January 20, 2025) – In a continued effort to support the needs of homebuyers throughout Western New York, Tompkins Community Bank has welcomed Migdalia “Miggie” Concepcion, CRA mortgage loan originator and community lending specialist, to its mortgage lending team. In this role, Concepcion will focus on expanding access to home financing in historically underserved…
Member News Excellus BlueCross BlueShield has opened the application portal for its 2026 Health Equity Innovation Awards, inviting nonprofit organizations to apply for funding that supports innovative, community-based solutions to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations within Excellus BCBS’s service area can apply online at ExcellusBCBS.com. The application period runs from Wednesday,…
Member News ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Veterans Outreach Center (VOC) is proud to announce the appointment of Don Reeve as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. A long-time advocate for the organization, Reeve returns to the helm of the board to guide VOC’s strategic vision for 2026 and beyond. Reeve brings a distinguished legacy of executive…
Member News Rochester, NY – January 15, 2026 – Behind the Glass (BTG) Gallery, curated by acclaimed Rochester photographer Richard B. Colón, is celebrating its third anniversary with a free community reception on Friday, January 16, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. on the upper floors of Farmhouse Table Midtown, 90 S Clinton Ave. The event will feature a…
Member News Rochester, N.Y., January 16, 2026-On Sunday, February 15, the Eastman Museum Council will present the 2026 Valentine’s Day Brunch and Film, with proceeds benefiting the George Eastman Museum. The event begins at 10 a.m. and includes brunch by Creative Caterers in the Potter Peristyle, an opportunity to view the Dutch Connection floral display, and a screening of The…
Member News ROCHESTER, NY – As winter illnesses like colds, flu, or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) surge, it’s important for people to know where to go for care. “When you’re sick and it’s not an emergency, start with the doctor who knows you best – your primary care doctor,” says Lisa Harris, MD, Excellus BlueCross…