We Care Wednesday on Wednesday, August 19th
- Syracuse Branch of the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association - Buy tickets to support the Syracuse Branch of the Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association here
Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association (CMTA) is a 501(c)(3) national voluntary health organization that functions as an educational resource for people with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, their families, medical professionals, the educational community, and the general public.
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease is a genetic neurological disorder characterized by weakness and atrophy of muscles first in the legs and, later, in the arms and hands. Founded by patients in 1983, the vision of the CMTA has always been a World Without CMT and we will accomplish this mission by accelerating research and empowering patients. We are devoted to driving the development of new drugs to treat CMT, meeting the needs of patients with CMT, and accelerating research for a cure.
- Skaneateles Ski Club - Buy tickets to support the Skaneateles Ski Club here
The Skaneateles Ski Club operates a nonprofit, volunteer run, member owned ski hill. We have a robust lesson program and aim to teach kids to ski and get families on the slopes at an affordable cost. Skiing can be very expensive, and the high cost can be a barrier to entry for many families. A family membership for the full season at the ski hill costs less than an individual seasons pass for just 1 person at other local ski areas; this makes our hill a very affordable option in Central New York.
- Multiple Sclerosis Resources of Central New York - Buy tickets to support MS Resources of CNY here
Multiple Sclerosis Resources of CNY, Inc. is starting its 28th year of providing education and services to those persons affected by MS. MS is a disease with a very high prevalence in CNY, and MSR currently provides services to over 1500 clients. The onset of diagnosis is between 20 and 40, however we have recently seen many adolescents receiving this diagnosis. We are on the front line to offer all we can including emotional support and the knowledge to light the path as they navigate this unpredictable illness. We offer a myriad of services, most with no fee, thereby making opportunities such as We Care Wednesday an important part of our fund-raising efforts.
- Operation Northern Comfort - Buy tickets to support Operation Northern Comfort here
Operation Northern Comfort (ONC) is a volunteer-driven, non-profit organization based in Central New York. We offer labor and resources for construction and repairs to help improve the living conditions of those in need. For people with disabilities, we make homes more accessible by building ramps and installing chair lifts. We've also built desks and bookshelves for students learning from home, cleared debris from yards, and more. From fixing bathrooms to widening doorways, if it's something we can physically do, we get it done.
- SAGE Upstate - Buy tickets to support SAGE Upstate here
Sage Upstate is a not-for-profit organization that promotes the health and wellbeing of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning people in Central New York as they age. Sage Upstate provides health and wellness programming, support groups, social activities, and education for health care providers about the needs of older LGBTQ people.
- Mozaic - Buy tickets to support Mozaic here
Mozaic, a chapter of The Arc New York, is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. We are the largest provider of services for persons with intellectual and other developmental disabilities in the Finger Lakes region of New York. Comprised of 600 dedicated staff members, we assist and support over 2,000 persons and their families throughout Cayuga, Yates, Tompkins, Ontario, Seneca, and soon to be Oswego Counties.
We are a state chapter of NYSARC, Inc. and a member of the national organization, The Arc. We participate in the Collaborative of the Finger Lakes, a cooperative of 12 agencies that serve individuals with developmental disabilities in our area.
- Christopher Community - Buy tickets to support Christopher Community here
Christopher Community, Inc. is a nonprofit housing organization dedicated to developing and managing safe, affordable housing for low- and moderate-income individuals and families. Founded in 1971, our mission is rooted in the belief that all people deserve dignity, independence, and the opportunity to thrive. We currently oversee more than 3,000 affordable housing units across Central and Upstate New York, serving seniors, individuals with disabilities, and families in need of stability. Our model combines affordable housing with supportive services, ensuring residents have access to the resources that promote health, independence, and long-term success. Each year, Christopher Community provides a safe home for more than 4,000 people while strengthening the neighborhoods where we operate. With over five decades of impact, we remain committed to expanding opportunities for individuals and families to live with security and dignity.
- Joseph's House for Women - Buy tickets to support Joseph's House for Women here
Joseph's House for Women provides a safe home and family environment for pregnant and parenting women and their children who are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. We are a holistic program that provides women with the time, resources, and opportunities to make real long-term and life-changing decisions.
- Father Champlin's Guardian Angel Society - Buy tickets to support Father Champlin's Guardian Angel Society here
Father Champlin's Guardian Angel Society is dedicated to providing tuition assistance, mentoring and tutoring services to help build a path to graduation for students from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds in grades K-12.
- CNY SPCA - Buy tickets to support the CNY SPCA here
The Central New York SPCA was founded in 1891 to protect the mules who built the Erie Canal. For over 130 years, we have continued to rescue animals from abuse, neglect, and abandonment, providing essential medical care — including hospice — and adopting them into loving, forever homes. We have been a tax exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit since 1954, and depend on benefactors, donations, fundraisers, grants, and community support to continue our mission.