Compeer Rochester

02/19/2026

About 29 veterans in our CompeerCORPS program meet for weekly bowling at ABC Gates Bowl! Last week, the group took a 'spare' moment for a pizza party to celebrate Valentine's Day!

Learn more about CompeerCORPS here: https://www.compeerrochester.org/compeercorps

02/13/2026

We’re excited to share that Compeer is featured in the new documentary “Travels With George: A Journey Through Depression, Connection, and Friendship”!

This short film highlights the story of Dan Lukasik and George Tillmon, a Compeer match that started as mentorship but grew into a lasting friendship. Dan and George’s relationship beautifully reflects the heart of Compeer’s mission.

The documentary aired on PBS this month and it's now available online at compeer.org. Please watch, share and be inspired!

Watch here: compeer.org

Learn more about becoming a mentor / friend for Compeer Rochester here: https://www.compeerrochester.org/become-a-volunteer

02/09/2026

Ski, snowboard, or cozy up by the fire — all while supporting Compeer Rochester! Join us at Bristol Mountain on Feb 28 for the 9th Annual Winter Weekend! http://bit.ly/3LvXi62

This day of winter fun helps to support our adaptive sports program, which helps veterans reconnect, regain independence, and improve well-being through meaningful outdoor experiences.

Whether you hit the slopes or enjoy the lodge vibes, your day on the mountain can help change lives.

Big, BIG thank you to Nathan Wenzel Real Estate for hosting this wonderful event!

Learn more & register: http://bit.ly/3LvXi62

02/06/2026

It's National School Counseling Week! So we thought it would be the perfect time to bring attention to our annual Jamie Lyn Heard-Salatino Award, which celebrates an outstanding school-based health professional each June.

Nominations open in March, so start thinking about who you think deserves the spotlight!

Check here for updates: https://www.compeerrochester.org/award

01/29/2026

Last night, we were among several local groups invited to City Hall by the City Council, Rochester, New York to stand alongside the City of Rochester, NY and mark January as National Mentoring Month.

“Mentoring is one of the most practical, human ways to support mental health.” These words from our executive director, Sara Passamonte, have never been truer.

In the cold months of winter, and during a time when things may seem unpredictable or uncertain, it is a comfort to know that our city recognizes the positive impact mentoring can have on a community.

About last night, Sara also said: “When someone has a steady person in their corner, it reduces isolation and helps them to keep moving forward. Compeer sees it every day: connection changes outcomes. We’re proud to work side-by-side with the City to recognize National Mentoring Month and keep building a Rochester where people feel supported, not alone.”

To volunteer as a mentor with Compeer, visit https://www.compeerrochester.org/become-a-volunteer

01/27/2026

Ryan T. has spent time with his friend David for over 10 years. What started as a Compeer match grew into something simple and powerful: real friendship.

“He enriches my life at least as much as I enrich his.”

January is National Mentoring Month 💛. If you’ve ever thought about volunteering as a mentor, but worried you wouldn’t have enough time, or didn’t know what it would look like —this is it. Showing up. Sharing life. Being human together.

✨ Ready to build a friendship that matters? It only takes 4 hours a month.
Sign up to volunteer here: https://www.compeerrochester.org/become-a-volunteer

01/23/2026

WOW. The kindness of those from Meg's Gift will ripple throughout our community for quite some time. We are incredibly grateful for their tremendous support!

01/22/2026

What a fun night! This past weekend, The Dawgs played a concert at Nashvilles and donated the proceeds to Compeer Rochester! Thank you to The Dawgs for the outstanding impact they have on our local community: bringing the joy of music to the stage while raising money for charities like ours. Doesn't get better than that!

01/19/2026

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor a legacy rooted in connection, compassion, and the belief that we are stronger together.

At Compeer, we carry those values forward in simple but meaningful ways — through friendship, presence, and showing up for one another. Because connection has always been, and will always be, a powerful force for change.

01/15/2026

Our CEO, Sara Passamonte, was with Steve Ball from The Dawgs at 13 WHAM ABC this morning! Big thank you to Abby Fridmann and Dan Schrack for having us on the show to talk about tomorrow's big concert! If you haven't heard, The Dawgs will play at Nashvilles tomorrow night (1/16) with Dino Kay MCing...and proceeds go to Compeer Rochester!

Join the party! The Dawgs Rock Nashvilles Benefitting Compeer Rochester

01/13/2026

The Dawgs and Nashvilles this Friday (1/16), and proceeds benefit Compeer! It doesn't get better than that! See you there 😎

🎶 Benefit Concert – Friday, January 16th at Nashvilles! 🎶

Join us for a powerful night of music and community as The Dawgs take the stage to help raise awareness for Compeer Rochester.

🐾 The Dawgs – Live at 8pm
Rocking the house for a mission that matters.

💵 $10 Donation at the Door
Your contribution supports Compeer’s incredible work.

💛 About Compeer Rochester
Through the power of human connection, Compeer serves as a bridge to better mental health and community integration for all.

Come out, enjoy great music, amazing food and make a meaningful impact. Let’s fill the room with support, compassion, and good vibes.

01/13/2026

Compeer finished off the year with a holiday party that brought out our volunteers, participants, staff and guests (and yes, even Santa!) to Dave & Buster's in Henrietta to enjoy games, finger foods and each other. If 2026 can be as joyful as 2025, it will be a great year!