News Releases

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July 10, 2019
Volunteers of America names new leader

Volunteers of America Upstate New York has selected former Holy Sepulchre Cemetery CEO Lynn Sullivan as its new president and CEO.
July 10, 2019
Greece native named VOA president, CEO

The Volunteers of America Upstate New York board of directors recently named Greece native Lynn Sullivan as president and CEO after a six-month search.
June 7, 2019
Preschoolers practice being TV meteorologists in classroom

Preschoolers in classroom eight at the Volunteers of America Children’s Center in Rochester took turns dressing up and performing weather forecasts in front of a green screen. They even had a homemade microphone!
May 15, 2019
Video: After-school program aims to boost attendance

Rob and Josh explain VOA's partnership with the Community Fund and how it's impacting young people in our area.
May 11, 2019
VOA's annual "I Remember Mama" brunch

Volunteers of America Upstate New York held its 29th annual "I Remember Mama" brunch on Saturday at The Diplomat Party House in Rochester. Senator Robach spoke at the brunch.
May 11, 2019
Video: Celebrating Mother's Day at the 'I Remember Mama' brunch

Volunteers of America Upstate New York hosted a brunch for elderly folks who celebrate the holiday alone.
May 9, 2019
Video: Volunteer celebrates Mother’s Day with senior women

Mother's Day can be a difficult day for some elderly women who don't have loved ones to celebrate with. Thanks to a local volunteer, they won't be alone this weekend.
April 30, 2019
Video: New state law to prevent landlords from discriminating based on income source

Renting apartments to individuals who use financial assistance programs like Section 8 will become easier as public assistance can no longer be used against tenants when looking for a home.
April 24, 2019
Volunteers of America to host Mother’s Day breakfast

Volunteers of America Upstate New York will host its 29th annual “I Remember Mama” breakfast on May 11 for low-income senior women who would otherwise spend the holiday alone.
April 16, 2019
Volunteers of America holds Camp Heroes reunion

Volunteers of America Upstate New York (VOA) joined with Rochester’s first responders to hold a five-year reunion event for Camp HEROES campers last week to celebrate the progress made since the camp opened in 2014.