Uplift Irondequoit

05/28/2026

Our application deadline has been extended!🚨

Please feel free to send in your applications by the end of this week and reach out with any questions you may have!

‼️ATTENTION IRONDEQUOIT STUDENTS‼️

Uplift is seeking youth who are interested in attending the CADCA Mid-Year National Leadership Conference with us in July! This is an all-expenses-paid trip for students and their parent/guardian. Youth will be immersed in 4 days of leadership training, skill building, and learning.

See the flyer for more details! ⭐️

05/19/2026

‼️ATTENTION IRONDEQUOIT STUDENTS‼️

Uplift is seeking youth who are interested in attending the CADCA Mid-Year National Leadership Conference with us in July! This is an all-expenses-paid trip for students and their parent/guardian. Youth will be immersed in 4 days of leadership training, skill building, and learning.

See the flyer for more details! ⭐️

05/11/2026

Last week, Uplift Irondequoit was honored with a Community Champion award! A big thank you to both East and West Irondequoit school districts for the nomination and for your continued support of our coalition. Partnerships with our Irondequoit school districts are essential in continuing our work to prevent youth substance use and to promote a healthier, safer community for all! ⭐️💪 East Irondequoit CSD West Irondequoit CSD

04/25/2026

Don’t let the rain stop you! ☔️

Stop by either of our two medication drop-off sites TODAY, 10am-2pm to return your unused, unwanted medications. Stay dry with our drive-thru option! 🚗

Find our drop-off sites:
📍Irondequoit Police Department (1300 Titus Ave)
📍Sully Branch Library (530 Webster Ave)

04/24/2026

Tomorrow is the day!‼️
This year, Uplift will be helping to support TWO medication take back sites. See the flyers for more information!
***No needles or sharps accepted!

04/15/2026

📣Calling all Irondequoit high schoolers!

Join us this Sunday for a FREE Ice Cream Social event at the Irondequoit Community Center! Enjoy Bruster’s ice cream, meet new people, have the chance to win cool prizes, and hear about a leadership training opportunity from the Teen Institute!

Space is limited, so register now!🍦

01/30/2026

As January winds down, it can be a good time to pause and check in with yourself. 💭

How has the start of the year felt? Energizing? Stressful? All of the above?

However it has been, your feelings are valid and taking care of your mental health matters. Sometimes that means resting, setting boundaries, asking for help, or choosing substance-free ways to cope.

We here at Uplift are proud to support a community where healthy, supportive choices are valued 💙

01/23/2026

Shorter days, cold weather (especially here in Rochester!), holiday stress catching up... ❄

Winter can be a tough time emotionally, especially for many youth who may already be dealing with stress or isolation.

Having a few coping strategies ready can help:
🌟 talking with someone you trust
🌟 getting outside, even for a few minutes
🌟 doing something creative
🌟 limiting substances when you're feeling low
🌟 reaching out for support if you need it

Your mental health matters, and Uplift is proud to support healthy coping in our community.

01/05/2026

Have you heard of 'Dry January?' 📆

It's when some people choose to take a break from alcohol for the month of January to reset, reflect on habits, or focus on physical and mental health.

For youth and adults alike, choosing substance-free time can be one way to care for yourself 💙

However you approach the new year, we at Uplift are here to support health, safety, and community for all ❄

01/02/2026

A new year can be a fresh start, whether that means setting goals and making resolutions or just showing yourself a little extra kindness and taking things at your own pace ✨

At Uplift Irondequoit, we are grateful to spend another year as part of a community that supports the health and well-being of all of our youth and families.

Wishing you a safe, healthy, and hopeful year ahead 💙