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Empty Bowls is approaching, and we're looking for local restaurants and chefs to showcase their signature soups! This be...
10/13/2026

Empty Bowls is approaching, and we're looking for local restaurants and chefs to showcase their signature soups! This beloved event celebrates the incredible culinary talent throughout Greater Rochester while bringing our community together to help fight hunger. Join us in making a difference, one bowl at a time! 🍲❤️

Interested in participating?
Contact [email protected] to learn more.

🎟️ Tickets are still on sale! Grab yours here: helpfcs.org/emptybowls

📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026
🕦 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
📍 Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship
150 Sawgrass Drive
Rochester, NY 14620

On Saturday, October 24, our Kinship Caregiving Program is teaming up with Lifespan to host a wonderful Trunk or Treat H...
10/12/2026

On Saturday, October 24, our Kinship Caregiving Program is teaming up with Lifespan to host a wonderful Trunk or Treat Halloween party for Kinship Care families!

They are looking for groups, teams, or individuals who are willing to decorate their car trunks and hand out candy to children. Candy will be provided.

It will take place from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm in Lifespan’s back parking lot on S. Clinton Ave. in Brighton.

If interested, please contact Laura Weaver at 546-7220 ext. 4802 or [email protected].

10/09/2026

Join us for an evening of handcrafted bowls, signature soups, live music, exciting auction items, and a community united to fight hunger.

🎟️ Get your tickets at: helpfcs.org/emptybowls

📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026
🕦 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
📍 Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship
150 Sawgrass Drive
Rochester, NY 14620

Can't make it in person? Our virtual auction opens on November 5 and runs for one week, closing at 7:30 PM on November 12 during the event. Discover and bid on a variety of incredible items and experiences donated by our generous Rochester community!

For our statement on the imminent expiration of the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ukrainians on October 19, News ...
10/08/2026

For our statement on the imminent expiration of the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ukrainians on October 19, News 8 WROC Rochester reporter Adam Chodak interviewed two members of the CCFCS staff who came to Rochester seeking refuge from the war in Ukraine. Olesia Gladka and Alina Pinska shared their personal stories and spoke about the uncertainty and challenges that the loss of TPS could bring- not only for themselves, but for countless other Ukrainian families.

Read the full article here: https://www.rochesterfirst.com/adam-interviews/our-home-is-here-protected-status-for-local-ukrainian-immigrants-set-to-end-in-2-weeks/

Read CCFCS’ statement on the expiration of Ukrainian TPS: https://ww2.fcscharities.org/news-center/ukrainian-tps-extension/

Tickets are now available!We are excited to announce that tickets for Empty Bowls 2026 are officially on sale. Join us o...
10/07/2026

Tickets are now available!

We are excited to announce that tickets for Empty Bowls 2026 are officially on sale. Join us on November 12 at our NEW LOCATION at the Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship for an unforgettable evening supporting Catholic Charities Family and Community Services. Secure your tickets today before they sell out!

🎟️ Get your tickets at: helpfcs.org/emptybowls

📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026
🕦 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
📍 Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship
150 Sawgrass Drive
Rochester, NY 14620

Can't make it in person? Our virtual auction opens on November 5 and runs for one week, closing at 7:30 PM on November 12 during the event. Discover and bid on a variety of incredible items and experiences donated by our generous Rochester community!

CCFCS Chief Development Officer Tracy Kroft and VP for Family Prosperity Jim Morris recently sat down with What’s Up Roc...
10/06/2026

CCFCS Chief Development Officer Tracy Kroft and VP for Family Prosperity Jim Morris recently sat down with What’s Up Rochester to discuss our annual Empty Bowls event and the realities of hunger and food insecurity in our community. Food insecurity isn't always about having enough money to buy groceries. For many families, barriers like limited transportation and a lack of nearby grocery stores make accessing healthy food a daily challenge.

Making a difference doesn't require wealth or status. Supporting a neighbor, sharing a meal, or simply being there for someone in need can have a meaningful impact. That's the spirit behind Empty Bowls- a reminder that there are neighbors in our community with empty bowls, and that together, we can help fight hunger one bowl at a time.

Listen to the whole episode on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1nMunsi5OYDkhCrjuSRF9g?si=f0f21f159f714266

Join us for the 2026 Empty Bowls event!

📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026
🕦 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
📍 Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship
150 Sawgrass Drive
Rochester, NY 14620

Governor Hochul's Regional Representative, David Gilbert-Mahoney, visited CCFCS to meet with Lori VanAuken and members o...
10/02/2026

Governor Hochul's Regional Representative, David Gilbert-Mahoney, visited CCFCS to meet with Lori VanAuken and members of our Senior Leadership staff. We provided Gilbert-Mahoney with an update on our work addressing the impact of food and housing insecurity on our clients and the many ways we are working to address these issues.

As you are aware, the current economic climate is more challenging than ever. To successfully navigate these challenges, we will continue to meet with state and federal elected officials in the months to come.

Empty Bowls is at a NEW LOCATION this year! After many years at the Kodak Center, CCFCS’s annual Empty Bowls event will ...
09/30/2026

Empty Bowls is at a NEW LOCATION this year! After many years at the Kodak Center, CCFCS’s annual Empty Bowls event will be held at the Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship .

On Thursday, November 12th, enjoy delicious soups from local chefs, live music, and an exciting virtual auction. Plus, every guest will take home a handcrafted ceramic bowl created by a local artist. Join us for an evening of community, creativity, and compassion while helping to make a difference.

📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026
🕦 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
📍 Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship
150 Sawgrass Drive
Rochester, NY 14620

In recognition of Kinship Caregiver Month this September, our Kinship Caregiving Program hosted a scenic Riverie Canal C...
09/29/2026

In recognition of Kinship Caregiver Month this September, our Kinship Caregiving Program hosted a scenic Riverie Canal Cruise on the Erie Canal for the caregivers in the program.

This month, we celebrate and recognize the kinship caregivers in our program and in the community. These dedicated relatives and family friends step in to care for children and youth, providing stability and support during challenging times. They play a vital role in keeping families together and often prevent unnecessary entry into the child welfare system.

We also want to recognize the importance of our Kinship Caregiver Program and thank the CCFCS staff who make it all possible. They help create meaningful resources, opportunities, and support for Kinship Caregivers.

09/28/2026

Empty Bowls is just around the corner! 🥣

Our CCFCS team recently enjoyed a fun evening painting bowls to contribute to this year's Empty Bowls event on November 12. We're proud to be part of this meaningful tradition that raises awareness and funds to help fight hunger in our community.

Each guest who attends Empty Bowls will take home a handcrafted bowl as a reminder of the event's mission, and we're excited to have our creations included!

Are you an artist or ceramicist? We'd love your help! Consider donating a bowl or two for the event. Bowls can be any shape, size, color, or design, and each one will find a new home with an Empty Bowls guest while supporting a great cause.

Bowl donations can be dropped off at our Jay Street location. Please contact our Development Team at [email protected] before arriving so we can ensure someone is available to receive your donation.

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79 Clinton Avenue N
Rochester, NY
14604

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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