A Legacy That Continues to Grow: Foodlink Dedicates the Rosa Wims Edible Education Center
On Saturday, Oct. 3, Foodlink gathered with family, friends and community leaders at the Foodlink Community Farm to honor the life and legacy of one of Rochester’s most remarkable champions for community health and service: Rosa Wims. Surrounded by the gardens and gathering spaces of the Community Farm, Foodlink officially dedicated the Rosa Wims Edible […]
Foodlink celebrates 5th annual Fall Festival
The Foodlink Community Farm welcomed neighbors, families and friends on Saturday, Oct. 3, for our 5th annual Fall Festival, bringing the community together to celebrate the season and another year of growth at the farm. Guests gathered at the farm on Lexington Avenue for an afternoon of fall fun, with free food and beverages, cider […]
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield and Foodlink spotlight longstanding partnership during Hunger Action Month
September marks the beginning of Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign dedicated to raising awareness about hunger and inspiring action in communities across the country. To kick off the month, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield and Foodlink representatives visited a Curbside Market stop to highlight their longstanding partnership and shared commitment to improving access to healthy food […]
Foodlink names Culinary Center in honor of Mary Ellen Burris
On Aug. 25, Foodlink gathered with Mary Ellen Burris, Wegmans leadership, community partners, board members, supporters, family and friends to celebrate that extraordinary history and officially dedicate the Mary Ellen Burris Culinary Center at Foodlink’s headquarters in Rochester. The event marked Foodlink’s first-ever naming celebration and recognized someone whose leadership, generosity and guidance helped lay […]
Tickets on sale now for Foodlink’s Festival of Food!
Foodlink’s signature fundraiser, the Festival of Food, will return on Monday, Sept. 14 at the Rochester Public Market, bringing together the region’s top restaurants, wineries, breweries, bakeries, caterers and more for an unforgettable evening in support of Foodlink’s mission. Tickets are now on sale! As the largest independent tasting event in the region, the Festival […]
A season of growth: Farm field trips wrap up
As the school year comes to a close, so does an incredible first season of field trips at the Foodlink Community Farm—one defined by growth and learning. What began in March quickly turned into an impressive run: in just a few short months, Foodlink hosted 36 field trips, welcoming more than 1,200 third-grade students from […]
Design the Next Curbside Market T-Shirt: Enter Our Summer Contest!
Do you love the Curbside Market? Here’s your chance to show it—by designing this summer’s official Curbside Market T-shirt! Foodlink is inviting community members to submit original artwork that captures the spirit of the Curbside Market. This year’s theme, “Year-round joy at the Curbside Market,” celebrates the energy, connection, and access to fresh food that […]
The Get Together: A Successful Evening of Community and Impact
Foodlink’s annual spring event, The Get Together, brought together an incredible group of supporters, partners, and community leaders for an evening rooted in purpose and connection. From the moment guests arrived, the energy in the room was clear—this was a community united by a shared commitment to ending hunger and building healthier futures. Thanks to […]
Donor Spotlight: Small donor, big impact … Meet Augie!
On Friday, April 17, we received a $100 donation from an 8‑year‑old named Augie, and the story behind it is one we won’t soon forget. Augie was given $100 by his grandparents with a simple but powerful mission: donate it to a nonprofit of his choice. Instead of deciding quickly, Augie took the task seriously. […]
The “Power of Nutrition” in Action at Foodlink’s Community Kitchen
This post was written by Samantha Chamberlain MS, RD Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? Established by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, this annual celebration highlights the vital role nutrition plays in overall health and well-being. This year’s theme, “Discover the Power of Nutrition,” invites us to reflect on how […]