The Rural Outreach Center

09/11/2026

Let's go Buffalo! As a part of our ROCtober celebrations, The ROC is selling raffle tickets for your chance to win a pair of Buffalo Bills tickets for the Saturday, December 19th 8:20 PM game vs. the Chicago Bears. Raffle tickets are $25 each or 3 for $50 - get them in person at The ROC or headover to our website: https://theroc.networkforgood.com/events/104359-roctober-2026

The winner will be drawn at ROCtober on Sunday, October 25th. You do not need to be present to win - but we'd love to have you at ROCtober!

09/11/2026

It's pumpkin spice season!🎃 We're celebrating by hosting a wellness fair alongside our friends at Fidelis Care, Gowanda Love In the Name of Christ, and Tops Friendly Markets. Stop by for free flu shots provided by Tops Pharmacies plus lots of great free health and wellness resources for Erie and Cattaraugus County residents.

Interested in joining us as a vendor? Contact Kelly Shanahan at [email protected] or 716-240-2220 for more information!

09/11/2026

Sarah's Pantry - our basic human needs pantry for personal care items and cleaning supplies not covered by SNAP - is in need of a restock on some items! Check out our wishlist below or visit our Amazon Wishlist.

Have donations to drop off in person? Stop in any time during our open hours!

https://a.co/005mIZvO

09/10/2026

Today is ***dePreventionDay. Remember that every chat, no matter how small, builds a more supportive and understanding society. Together, we can make a difference and prioritize su***de prevention, ensuring everyone gets the help they need.

Do you need help now? Dial 911 or contact the following resources:
•Crisis Services Hotline: (716) 834-3131
•Spectrum 24/7 Hotline: (716) 710-5172
•Spectrum Cares Hotline (for children and teens): (716) 882-4357
•988 Lifeline: 988

The International Association for Su***de Prevention has additional resources for those in crisis and for their loved ones here: https://www.iasp.info/suicidalthoughts/

09/04/2026

New Paths Furniture Redistribution Center will be closed Saturday, September 5th for the Labor Day long weekend. We'll see you next Saturday!

09/04/2026

The Rural Outreach Center will be closed on Monday, September 7th in recognition of Labor Day. If you need emergency assistance during that time, please call 911 or Crisis Services at (716) 834-3131. The ROC will reopen with our normal hours on Tuesday, September 8th.

09/02/2026

ROCtober 2026 is less than 2 months away! We are back at Elm Street Bakery for another wonderful event filled with great food, live music, a silent auction, w**e pull, and fantastic company. Please join us!

Tickets can be purchased in person at The ROC or online here: https://theroc.networkforgood.com/events/104359-roctober-2026

Sponsorships are available!

08/26/2026

Sue Boyle, Director of the Springville Regional Coalition, was recently recognized with an America 250 Community Heroes Award for her work with Drug Free Communities, a project fiscally sponsored by The Rural Outreach Center. Please join us in congratulating Sue for receiving this Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition!

Springville Regional Coalition

08/25/2026

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