Monroe County Family Coalition

04/10/2026

We’re excited to share a special milestone for Monroe County Family Coalition (MCFC)!

We are proud to host our first fundraiser of the year, our Community Fish Dinner Fundraiser, in support of our upcoming 3rd Annual Youth & Family Wellness Conference.

This fundraiser represents more than just a meal; it’s an opportunity to invest in our community. Proceeds will support:

Our Youth & Family Wellness Conference/Coat Drive

New and expanding programs MCFC is launching this year to serve families across Monroe County.

We are especially excited about securing a space for this year’s conference and preparing for a powerful moderated community conversation that we will be announcing very soon.

There is so much good news ahead, and we cannot wait to share it all with you. Your support continues to help us grow, serve, and create meaningful impact for youth and families.

Stay connected, big updates are coming this summer!

09/28/2025

Join us on October 10th
for an engaging discussion on the mental and physical aspects of “Stop the Bleed,” including a hands-on training experience.

6-8pm
Light dinner provided.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyuPLjVP1dMOh5sQ10sn8fYS7tQ3rX0pXFtydd4O2ogfiSaw/viewform

Sponsored by MCFC, Rochester City School District, LaShay D. Harris Monroe County Legislator LD 27th, and Rochester African American Fi****ms Association

07/04/2025

We are days away from our 2nd Annual Youth & Family Wellness Conference 🎉.

We are excited to meet everyone. Share the information with your family, friends & neighbors.

- We have a great list of Speakers from the community sharing their wisdom 🕊️ & Amazing giveaways 🎁.

06/19/2025

Today, we honor and celebrate Juneteenth, a powerful reminder of freedom, resilience, and the enduring strength of those who came before us.

MCFC stands in solidarity as we reflect on this historic day and express our deep gratitude to the generations who fought for freedom and justice.

We remember. We celebrate. We move forward together.
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06/12/2025

Check out our Amazing CEO & Executive Director Dina Johnson at the Baden Resettlement Luncheon.

05/31/2025

You're invited to the 2nd Annual Youth & Family Wellness Conference, hosted by the Monroe County Family Coalition.

Event Dates and Times:
Friday, July 11 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Registration begins at 5:00 PM)
Saturday, July 12 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Breakfast and registration begin at 9:00 AM)
Location: Asbury First United Methodist Church, 1050 East Ave, Rochester, NY
Free admission, meals, backpacks, and wellness kits (while supplies last).

Last year, we welcomed nearly 500 attendees over the course of our two-day conference, and we’re looking forward to an even bigger and better turnout this year!

Join us for two days of connection, learning, and celebration focused on youth and family wellness. All are welcome.

Keynote Speakers:
Dr. Ashley Cross – Executive Director, HOPE585
Wade Norwood – CEO, Common Ground Health
Caydence Dobbs – Youth Leader, Youth Voices One Vision

Additional Presenters:
Connecting4Kids Community Dialogue - URMC Golisano Pediatrics Behavioral Health - Dr. Stiles, Dina Johnson, Christina Barnwell
Loving Well Project - Dr. LeBlanc, Dr. Candace Backus, and Phyllis Jackson
Dr. Celia McIntosh - Addressing Health Matters in Our Community

Highlights include (but not limited to):
CPR Hands-Only Training provided by RRH
Blood Pressure Screenings provided by Common Ground Health
Various Vendor Tables
Full-service meals by Big Daddy Randy
Interactive Workshops
Line Dancing
Community building and support
School supply and wellness kit giveaways
Raffles - Laptop, Tablet, etc.
And more!

Please share this event with your network. All are welcome!

Additionally, we’re still seeking donations and volunteers to help assemble wellness kits for participating families. If you'd like to contribute, please contact us at [email protected] or call (585) 489-4833.

Register here: https://lnkd.in/e4MQNd_7

Rain or Shine, let’s come together to uplift and empower our youth and families. We can’t wait to welcome you

04/13/2025

Happy April 🌺 Spring is in full effect.

Please see below event for this summer 💐.

02/28/2025

😮How amazing is our upcoming Virtual workshop via zoom with 2-1-1/ LIFE LINE (211 Finger Lakes Region) & Rezenity Health.
Please see the information below and sign up.

We cannot wait to welcome you and your family 🎉

🩷Goodwill of the Finger Lakes is partnering with Monroe County Family Coalition and Rezenity Health to present a Youth & Parent Workshop on stress management and well-being. 🩷

Do you know that many individuals experience psychosomatic symptoms (e.g. anxiety or stress might lead to headaches, stomach pain, muscle tension, or fatigue, even though there’s no physical cause, It’s the body’s way of reacting to emotional distress. without realizing how stress impacts mental health.) This workshop will help participants connect the dots and develop effective coping strategies.

This is a Virtual Workshop via Zoom that includes separate breakout rooms for youth & parents.

The first 15 families to register will receive a $25 gift card!


https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8FysXrs54SXGYfegg4PzIDROj1p9O_NIdwkqDwGZ0slkmgg/viewform

02/23/2025

Greetings!

MCFC is at it once again and proud to collaborate with Rezenity Health and Goodwill of the Finger Lakes to present a Youth & Parent Workshop on stress management and well-being.

Do you know that many individuals experience psychosomatic symptoms (e.g. anxiety or stress might lead to headaches, stomach pain, muscle tension, or fatigue, even though there’s no physical cause, It’s the body’s way of reacting to emotional distress. without realizing how stress impacts mental health.) This workshop will help participants connect the dots and develop effective coping strategies.

This is a Virtual Workshop via Zoom that includes separate breakout rooms for youth & parents.

The first 15 families to register will receive a $25 gift card!

Rezenity Health has developed an excellent curriculum, and we’re thrilled to bring this much-needed workshop to the community.

Don’t forget to scan the QR Code.

02/09/2025

Today is Black History Month Celebration Day at the Memorial Art Gallery 12-430. Please Join us if you can.

Join us at the Memorial Art Gallery for the 24th Annual Black History Month Celebration Day! 12-4:30pm Sunday February 9th 2025, with something for everyone. Come enjoy a wide array of Art & Crafts, Live Painting, DJ Ironwill, Dance Performances, Singing, African Dance & Drums, Poetry, Face Painting, Gardening Activities for the kids, Fashion Show, Step Teams, Free Photos, Contemporary Movement, Hip Hop, Black-Owned Business Vendors, Panel Discussions, Speakers and more! This is free to the public. 500 University Avenue Rochester, NY 14607