Utica Center for Development INC.

06/22/2026

06/22/2026

We had another great turnout at our monthly Rome Luncheon!

A special thank you to Tina and her staff at Job Creations for preparing and serving a delicious Taco Bake and apple dessert. Your hard work, dedication, and culinary talent helped make the event a wonderful success, and we truly appreciate all that you do!

Our Rome Luncheon is held once a month at the First Baptist Church, located at 310 West Embargo Street, Rome, NY, and provides a great opportunity for Veterans and community members to enjoy a meal, connect with others, and learn about available resources and services.

For more information about our Rome office and upcoming events, please call 315-765-0975.

Please like and share this post to help spread the word to local Rome Veterans who may benefit from our programs and services. Together, we can ensure that those who served our country know where to turn for support and assistance.

06/22/2026

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Excellus BlueCross BlueShield for nominating The Utica Center for Development for the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York Small Business Recovery Grant Program.

We are honored to announce that we have been awarded $10,000 through this program! These funds will help us continue serving our community and supporting the important programs and services we provide every day.

Thank you to Excellus BlueCross BlueShield and the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York for your confidence in our mission and your commitment to strengthening communities. This award will be put to excellent use, helping us make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Thank you for your support!

06/22/2026

This Friday!!

Coffee with a Cop & a Vet

Due to the overwhelming success of our previous events, we are excited to host another Coffee with a Cop & a Vet!

Join us on Friday, June 26, 2026, from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM at:

135 Albany Street
Cazenovia, NY

This is a great opportunity to enjoy a cup of coffee, connect with local law enforcement, veterans, and community members, and engage in meaningful conversation in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/22/2026

🇺🇸 The Countdown Continues! 🇺🇸

Only **12 days** until Utica comes together to celebrate Independence Day and America's 250th Birthday!

Join us on July 4th for a day filled with patriotism, community pride, and family fun as the annual Fourth of July Parade marches through the heart of our city before the celebration continues with **Party at the Harbor** and an unforgettable fireworks display over Utica Harbor.

🎆 Fourth of July Parade – 10:00 AM
🎆 Party at the Harbor- 6:00PM
🎆 Family-Friendly Entertainment
🎆 Food, Music & Community Celebration
🎆 Fireworks Over Utica Harbor

This year marks a historic milestone for our nation, and we can't wait to celebrate it with our community.

Mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and help us make this one of the biggest Fourth of July celebrations Utica has ever seen!

06/20/2026

City of Utica releases details, coded maps to guide residents, visitors in parking, shuttle, enjoying July 4 party at Harbor Point. See link below ⬇️

📸 Daniel DeLoach / The Observer-Dispatch

06/18/2026

Happy Father’s Day from the Utica Center for Development!

We celebrate all the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, mentors, and father figures who make a difference in the lives of those around them. Thank you for your guidance, support, and the countless ways you help strengthen our families and community.

As our Executive Director, Vincent Scalise, shares in this special message, we also encourage everyone to consider giving back this season by donating any unwanted textiles. Your donations help support the programs and services that make a positive impact throughout our community.

From all of us at the Utica Center for Development, we wish you and your loved ones a safe, happy, and memorable Father’s Day! 💙

06/18/2026

Mark your calendars for the 4th of July, when we'll come together for a fun-filled day of food trucks, games, and dazzling fireworks.
Any questions please call lucy @ 315-765-0975 ex202

06/18/2026

The Reverend Mary Webster Wellness Center recently welcomed Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente for an exclusive tour of our ongoing construction. The visit provided a welcomed platform to discuss the facility's future vision and highlight the significant developmental milestones achieved at the former YWCA property. We extend our deepest gratitude to Mr. Picente for his time, visit, and interest in our progress.