Building on Love

04/02/2026

⚾ Red Sox Ticket Fundraiser – April Games Still Available!

Looking to catch a game at Fenway while supporting Building on Love? We still have several April dates available with 4 great seats to each game:

Saturday, April 4 at 4:10 PM vs Padres – $65 per ticket
Sunday, April 5 at 1:35 PM vs Padres – $50 per ticket

Monday, April 6 at 6:45 PM vs Brewers – $20 per ticket
Tuesday, April 7 at 6:45 PM vs Brewers – $20 per ticket

Friday, April 17 at 7:10 PM vs Tigers – $50 per ticket
Saturday, April 18 at 4:10 PM vs Tigers – $65 per ticket

Tuesday, April 21 at 6:45 PM vs Yankees – $100 per ticket
Wednesday, April 22 at 6:45 PM vs Yankees – $100 per ticket

All proceeds support Building on Love’s mission to assist families caring for a critically ill child with essential household expenses.

For more details and to secure your tickets, visit:
https://buildingonlove.org/2026-red-sox-ticket-fundraiser/

03/05/2026

Capital Cup for Kids is hosting a Family Free Skate on Saturday, March 14 from 4:15–5:45 PM at the Albany County Hockey Facility — and our Building on Love families and supporters are warmly invited.

It’s a free skate, a fun way to spend time together, and a chance to experience the wonderful community that comes together each year through Capital Cup for Kids.

We hope to see some familiar faces on the ice! 🏒

Join us for a Capital Cup for Kids Family Free Skate!

Bring the family and hit the ice with the Capital Cup community on Saturday, March 14 from 4:15 PM – 5:45 PM at the Albany County Hockey Facility.

This is a free event and a great chance for players, families, and supporters to come together before the tournament kicks off. Lace up your skates, enjoy some time on the ice, and connect with others who help make Capital Cup for Kids so special.

🏒 Capital Cup players: We will also have player packets and fundraising materials available, along with raffle tickets for anyone who still needs them.

If you are seeing this - you are invited! No registration required — just show up and skate!

We hope to see you there for a fun afternoon on the ice with the Capital Cup for Kids community.

01/26/2026

Building on Love is proud to once again partner with Capital Cup for Kids as we welcome the return of Lexus and as the Title Sponsor of the 2026 Capital Cup for Kids. Lexus has served in this role since 2023, and their continued commitment helps make this important community event possible.

We’re also looking forward to the debut of the Lexus Power Play Zone, which will be a featured attraction during Family Weekend on April 25 & 26, 2026.

The 2026 Capital Cup for Kids website is now live:
👉 https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2026capitalcupforkids/

Stay tuned for more event details in the weeks ahead.

P.S. Parents of Building on Love families: if you’d like your child to serve as an honorary captain and be part of Family Weekend, please reach out to Jeff Yule at [email protected]

12/30/2025

Because of you - our donors, volunteers, partners, and community - families caring for a critically ill child were able to stay in their homes, keep the lights on, get to medical appointments, and focus on what matters most: their child.

This year reminded us that even during the hardest moments, love shows up - in small acts, generous gifts, shared time, and unwavering compassion.

From all of us at Building on Love, thank you for being part of our community and for helping ensure that a medical crisis does not become a financial one.

We look ahead to the new year with gratitude, hope, and a continued commitment to the families we serve.

12/19/2025

🎄🎶 A great family-friendly holiday night — all to benefit Building on Love 🎶🎄

We’re excited to share a special event happening this Saturday -TOMORROW - (12/20) at Putnam Place in Saratoga Springs, generously organized by @ to benefit Building on Love.

🕔 5:00–7:00 PM | Finding Christmas 2025 – The Family Edition
This joyful, relaxed holiday show features Peak Music Studios youth guitarists and vocalists, along with trivia, giveaways, fun surprises, and lots of holiday cheer. It’s welcoming, easygoing, and designed for kids and families of all ages.

The evening continues with additional music later on, but the early family show is perfect on its own if you’re looking for a fun night out with the kids before Christmas.

❤️ We are incredibly grateful to Peak Music for once again using their talents and creativity to support Building on Love and the families we serve — local families caring for a child facing a serious medical crisis.

🎟 Tickets: $12 online | available at the door
👉 https://putnamplace.com/event/dark-ballet-a-heavy-metal-christmas-eve-peak-music-after-party/

If you’re able to join, we’d love to see you there — and we’re thankful to Peak Music for making nights like this possible 💛

12/17/2025

Congratulations Renee!!!! Thank you for all you do for our community!

Renee Reardon has significantly impacted her community through her long-standing role at McDonald's, where she began working at 16.

12/13/2025

We're at Center Court with Peak Music Studios' Finding Christmas today from 11am - 1:30pm! Stop on by and say hi! You can also learn about next week's big show at Putnam Place -Saturday, Dec 20 from 5p-7p

12/06/2025

🎉 Thank You for an Incredible Holiday Party & Trees of Hope Raffle! 🎄

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us today — whether you attended the party, purchased raffle tickets, donated items, volunteered, or helped spread the word. Your support makes a real difference for local families caring for critically ill children, and we are so grateful.

✨ Congratulations to our raffle winners!

1 - Pickleball #1 - Franklin Sports
Ticket #: 1042 Winner: Claire Miner

2 - Hoffman Car Wash
Ticket #: 1089 Winner: Mark McBee

3 - MVP Arena
Ticket #: 1143 Winner: David Singelyn

4 - Dog Lovers
Ticket #: 825400 Winner: Ronan Sorrentino

5 - Job Site / Do It Yourself
Ticket #: 1040 Winner: Judith Richards

6 - Red Sox
Ticket #: 1069 Winner: Carlo Agneta

7 - Fleet Feet
Ticket #: 868 Winner: Lauren Beaver

8 - Buffalo Bills
Ticket #: 385 Winner: Jason LaChance

10 - Celebrating the City of Cohoes
Ticket #: 1202 Winner: Joe Anderson

11 - Foodie Tree
Ticket #: 813 Winner: Mary Moscovic

12 - 518 Golf
Ticket #: 1054 Winner: Roger Grout

13 - Celebrating Saratoga Springs
Ticket #: 775 Winner: Jordan McAdam

14 - Shopping Spree and Family Fun
Ticket #: 834 Winner: Shannon Richards

15 - Pickleball #2 - Joola
Ticket #: 1169 Winner: Scott Marsh

16 - McDonald’s for A Year!
Ticket #: 1086 Winner: Doug Logan

17 - Crossgates Mall Shopping Spree
Ticket #: 1097 Winner: Lou Boghision

Bonus - Lottery Tree
Ticket #: 1202 Winner: Joe Anderson

9 - Fashion’s Finest
Ticket #: 825393 Winner: Amanda Hens

If you were not present to claim your basket, we will begin calling winners on Tuesday to coordinate pickup or delivery.

We will also share an event recap on Tuesday — including total dollars raised and other exciting highlights.

For now, please accept our sincere thanks for making today such a joyful, meaningful success. Together, we are helping families stay safe, stable, and supported when they need it most. ❤️

12/06/2025

Thank you to the Racing City Chorus for sharing your wonderful talents today!

12/06/2025

The Capitaland Chorus welcoming our guests

12/06/2025

Doors open at 11:30am for our Very Merry Holiday Party! See you soon!