Elevate OC

03/17/2026

Join us Sunday, April 12th for Brews & Braids
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Frog Alley Brewery

Grab a beer, dig into delicious pizza and wings, and learn hair braiding and styling. Our fun and supportive instructors .and.co will guide you through it all in a relaxed, judgment-free atmosphere.

But this event also carries a deeper purpose.

Why It Matters: Every dollar raised goes directly to Blood Cancer United, supporting critical research and patient care programs. All proceeds benefit the Blood Cancer United Visionary of the Year Campaign for The Trauma Queens () a collective of strong, resilient, big-hearted people who share stories, raise awareness, and rally support.

Together, they are turning pain into purpose, choosing hope over helplessness, and fighting for a future where fewer people have to experience loss due to cancer, especially at a young age, like Tommie.

The Vibe: No experience necessary. Just show up, have fun, learn something new, and know that your night out is helping save lives.

Every person who shows up helps turn community into action.

Sign up for the event:
https://www.elevateoc.org/event-details/brews-braids

If you can’t make it to the event, you can donate here:
https://pages.lls.org/voy/uny/alb26/tburch

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03/16/2026

Behind every ElevateOC event are the people who make it possible.

The volunteers who show up early, stay late, and believe deeply in the mission of building stronger communities and creating opportunities for local youth.

This new series highlights the voices of the people who support ElevateOC, the volunteers, community members, and supporters who continue to show up and give their time, energy, and heart to the cause.

We asked them one simple question:
Why ElevateOC?

Their answers remind us that community impact isn’t built by one person. It’s built by many people who care enough to get involved.

Through scholarships, fundraising events, and grassroots community efforts, ElevateOC continues to invest in the future of local youth and strengthen the communities we call home.

Stay tuned as we share more stories behind the people who make this mission possible.

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03/10/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the March Elevate Volleyball Tournament! 🏐

Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this event. These tournaments are more than just great competition, they help make a real impact in our community.

Proceeds from the tournament support the Level Up Scholarship, which helps local youth financially access club volleyball opportunities and continue growing in the sport they love.

Our Final Scholarship Fundraiser on April 18th and 19th at SUNY Albany” Registration is open on ElevateOC.org

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03/06/2026

🏐 Summer Volleyball League is Back ☀️

Grab your teammates and get ready for a summer of volleyball, competition, and community. Our Elevate OC Summer League returns this season at Frog Alley Brewing in Schenectady.

📍 Location: Frog Alley Brewing
108 State St, Schenectady, NY
📅 Season: May 28 – August 6
⏰ Game Times: 6:15 PM – 8:30 PM

League Details:
• Teams of 4 players (or more)
• 2 levels of play: Competitive or Recreational (8 teams per level)
• $400 per team
• Courts will be set up near the CDTA Park & Ride

Please note: Any cancellations will be posted the day of on social media () and AlbanyVolleyball.com.

For full league details, playing rules, and court maps, visit AlbanyVolleyball.com.

Spots are limited, gather your team and secure your place for a summer of volleyball. 🏐🔥

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03/05/2026

🚨 Block Party Tournament Update 🚨

The energy for this year’s Block Party is already building and spots are filling quickly! Here’s the latest update for teams looking to register:

🏐 Team spots are still available for:
• Novice Level
• Advanced Level

⏳ Intermediate Level is now waitlisted.
If you’re interested in playing at the intermediate level, you can join the waitlist by filling out the form on our website.

👥 Looking for a team?
Today we have launched our Free Agent Form. This form is for players who want to participate but don’t yet have a team. You’ll be able to submit your information and connect with teams looking for additional players at each level.

Spots move fast every year, so make sure to secure your team or join the waitlist soon.

🔗 Visit our website (link in bio) for registration and the waitlist form.
https://www.elevateoc.org/greatsaratogablockparty

Free Agent Form: https://forms.gle/iuBVTvFztnrgyJSf7
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03/04/2026

Youth Ladder League 🏐

📍 Location: Lions Pavilion, Collins Park, Scotia, NY
📅 Dates: Thursdays | May 28 – August 6
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:45 PM

Join us this summer for our Youth Ladder League, where players sign up as a pair and compete in rotating 4v4 matches every Thursday night. This league is designed to help young athletes develop skills, build teamwork, and enjoy competitive play in a fun community environment.

League Details:
• 10 Thursday nights of play (starting May 28)
• Register as a pair
• Youth + Youth or Youth + Adult pairs welcome
• Rotating 4v4 matches each week
Registration:
• Early Bird: $60 per person
• Regular: $75 per person
Important Notes:
• If one player cannot attend, please find a substitute.
• If both players cannot attend, contact us as early as possible (do not send replacements).
• All players must check in at the registration table upon arrival.
• Weather cancellations will be posted the day of on and AlbanyVolleyball.com.

Come out, compete, and support youth volleyball in our community! 💙

Sign up here:https://www.elevateoc.org/event-details/albanyvolleyball-com-summer-ladder-league-2026

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03/03/2026

We need 1 more team at the lower level to fill our scholarship fundariser this Sunday at Sage College. Please register at

At Elevate OC, we believe in the power of community to lift one another higher. What began as a tribute to a friend’s legacy has grown into a movement of generosity and impact across New York State.​

03/03/2026

The Great Saratoga Block Party still has team spots available at Novice and Advanced. Registration (and the waitlist for intermediate) can be found on our website Elevateoc.org

A free agent form for players looking to join teams will be available towards the end of March.

02/27/2026

Presale for last years team captains is now open at https://www.elevateoc.org/event-registration-page

Presale ends at 11am and general registration will open at noon for any remaining spots.

When registration fills, complete this form to be waitlisted for open spots. https://forms.gle/dqS4Yegq5TiKjNUk8

02/26/2026

🚨 BLOCK PARTY ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

The Great Saratoga Block Party is back!

Join us the June 13th at East Side Recreation Park, Saratoga Springs, NY for a full day of community, competition, and fun, all supporting a great cause.

🏐 Reverse Co-Ed 4’s Tournament (Women’s Height)
✔ Minimum 1 guy + 1 girl per team
✔ Three levels of play: Advanced | Intermediate | Novice
✔ Tournament runs 10 AM – 7 PM

👟 Co-Ed Youth Clinic
8:30–10 AM
Only $10 per player: perfect for young athletes looking to learn and have fun.

✨ Proceeds benefit Friends of Recreation for Saratoga Springs,helping keep community recreation strong.

📅 Registration opens Feb 27th at 7am for last year’s team captains. Registration will open to everyone else at 12pm that afternoon.

Payment of $183 (service fee included) needs to be made at the time of registration to reserve a spot.

Let’s make this summer kickoff one to remember.

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02/25/2026

🏐 Sun, March 8 | Sage College – Albany
RevCo 4’s is almost here!

📍 Location: Sage College (Albany location only)
🔹 2 Levels of Play
🔹 1 guy & 1 girl on the court at all times

This is a charity tournament, all proceeds benefit our Level Up Youth Volleyball Scholarship, supporting young athletes in financial need.

‼️ Only 1 spot left in Upper and 1 spot left in Lower.

📅 Schedule will be sent out Friday 3/6.
🔗 Registration link in bio.

Can’t make this one? Join us April 18th & 19th at SUNY Albany for our Spring Swing tournament.

Secure your team, compete for a cause, and we’ll see you on the court 💙🏐

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