MOUNT MORRIS – Several Livingston County farms had a hand in donating a huge delivery of food and winter clothing to charity in a sudden effort that took just two days. Seemingly out of nowhere, farmers sprang into action when the idea struck to pool 'extra' harvest and winter clothes and donate them in one big bunch. The final haul was 40 bushels of squash, 15 'big bags' of cabbage, 15 'large bags' of onions, over 300 loaves of Monk's Bread, … [Read more...]
SUN VIDEO: Record-Breaking United Way Volunteer Force Touches Up Local Towns
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – United Way's Day of Caring once again had a record turnout of volunteers. An unprecedented 266 volunteers from across Livingston County set to community improvement projects on Tuesday. Some did projects in their own hometowns. "I know at my school some of us are helping out around the school," said Avon Central student Jenna Schifino, who also designed this year's Day of Caring t-shirts. "I'm going to the circle and … [Read more...]
United Way of Livingston County Announces $250K Campaign Goal for 2016 at Wegmans
GENESEO — The United Way of Livingston County kicked off their 2016 fundraising campaign on Saturday at a coinciding Employee Appreciation Day at Wegmans. United Way of Livingston County announced their plan to match 2015's goal of $250,000 in support of 20 nonprofit agencies across Livingston County. Wegmans has been their partner in promoting community health and wellness for many years. "We've been longtime partners with Wegmans, so it … [Read more...]
Geneseo’s Cycle Craze Rides for Hope on Saturday
GENESEO — Cycle Craze on Main Street Geneseo will host Livingston County's only Cycle For Hope event on Saturday, which raises money for children with long-term health conditions like cancer, heart defects, and lung disease. All are encouraged to participate or just come out to donate, even those with no experience in cycling. The event takes place on Feb. 6 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cycle Craze at 109 Main Street. Although this is only … [Read more...]
Catholic Charities ‘Eat for Heat’ Dinner to Warm Hearts and Homes
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Catholic Charities' 'Eat for Heat' spaghetti dinner will do more than fill empty bellies on Feb. 20. The 11th Annual Eat for Heat will raise much needed funds for Livingston County residents who need a hand with paying heating bills this year and may not be able to receive county assistance through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). "Lots of people fall through the cracks as they are ineligible for county … [Read more...]
Dansville Soccer Teams Race to Support American Veterans
DANSVILLE – In honor of two recent high school graduates who are now military-bound, Dansville Central School's soccer players have teamed up in generous support of U.S. military veterans this year. According to a press release from Dansville coach Steve French, every year the soccer teams pick a charity for which to fundraise. Dansville had two students graduate last year who are headed to the military, so the teams wanted to honor these … [Read more...]
Dansville Relay for Life Forming Teams to Unite Against Cancer
Reading this on your phone or tablet? Download our new app on Google Play and the Apple store. LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life teams are assembling for this year's annual Relay for Life at the Ralph Clements Athletic Field in Dansville, welcoming all to call in and register runners and walkers. According to a press release from Relay for Life Community Manager Mackenzie Howe, the American Cancer Society is … [Read more...]
Deer Run Winery Sweetens Easter for Autism Charity
GENESEO – Deer Run Winery on West Lake Road is throwing a Family Outing day with Easter Seals NY, a Rochester autism and disability charity, where there will be goodies and an 'Easter egg grab' this Saturday. According to Deer Run Winery, on April 4, the winery at 3772 West Lake Road will be a hotspot for macaroni plates courtesy of Macarollin from the Eastview Mall in Victor, and there will be Easter-themed games and activities for both the … [Read more...]
Eleczko Whitening for Charity
LIVONIA – Dr. Sandra Eleczko on Big Tree Road is a one-stop spot to whiten your teeth and give to the Smiles For Life Campaign, which raises money for the local children's charity Ronald McDonald House as well as other children's charities both nationally and internationally. The campaign runs from March 1 until June 30, meaning that all whitening procedures come at a discount, and all proceeds are contributed directly to the Ronald McDonald … [Read more...]
SUNY Geneseo Earns Carnegie Designation for Community Engagement
GENESEO – SUNY Geneseo’s has been honored the Community Engagement Classification Award for their “exemplary practices of community engagement.” According to SUNY Geneseo's website, the college has earned the highly respected Community Engagement Classification for 2015 from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. “We are pleased and humbled to be recognized by the distinguished Carnegie Foundation for our community … [Read more...]