Athena Cares
Athena Cares is a dedicated group of young adults committed to helping others across the globe through education, fundraising, and community service.
Friday, March 25, 2022
Water for South Sudan Donation Drive Challenge
Water for South Sudan Donation Drive Challenge
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Rescued Treasures Wish List Collection
Rescued Treasures Wish List Collection
Valentines for Seniors
In February, we partnered with Greece Rotary to make Valentine cards, which were distributed to nursing homes and hospitals, bringing cheer to seniors in our area.
Valentines for Seniors
In February, we partnered with Greece Rotary to make Valentine cards, which were distributed to nursing homes and hospitals, bringing cheer to seniors in our area.
Monday, December 20, 2021
Salvation Army Holiday Bell Ringing
Salvation Army Holiday Bell Ringing
Friday, December 17, 2021
Snack Bags for the Ronald McDonald House
For the holiday season, we put together 100 snack bags for residents of the Rochester Ronald McDonald House. When families leave to spend the day visiting their children in the hospital, they can grab these bags and know someone is thinking of them throughout the day. Each bag contains a message of support, a bag of chips, granola bar, package of fruit snacks, and either a juice box or a bottle of water. Thanks to a generous donation from Wegmans, we didn't need to use any of our own funds.
Shopping Day |
Packing the Bags |
The Finished Product 😀 |
Snack Bags for the Ronald McDonald House
For the holiday season, we put together 100 snack bags for residents of the Rochester Ronald McDonald House. When families leave to spend the day visiting their children in the hospital, they can grab these bags and know someone is thinking of them throughout the day. Each bag contains a message of support, a bag of chips, granola bar, package of fruit snacks, and either a juice box or a bottle of water. Thanks to a generous donation from Wegmans, we didn't need to use any of our own funds.
Shopping Day |
Packing the Bags |
The Finished Product 😀 |
Thursday, November 4, 2021
Athena Cares Sponsors Red Ribbon Week
Once again, we sponsored activities for Red Ribbon Week, a national campaign for drug awarenessa dn prevention. Students who signed pledge cards were given the opportunity to spin the prize wheel. Thanks to our amazing PTSA for purchasing the prizes.
Athena Cares Sponsors Red Ribbon Week
Once again, we sponsored activities for Red Ribbon Week, a national campaign for drug awarenessa dn prevention. Students who signed pledge cards were given the opportunity to spin the prize wheel. Thanks to our amazing PTSA for purchasing the prizes.
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
"Crutches for Africa" Truck Loading Event
On October 23, we had the opportunity to help Greece Rotary load up a truck with over 850 donated mobility devices- wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, etc. to be sent to Africa.
"Crutches for Africa" Truck Loading Event
On October 23, we had the opportunity to help Greece Rotary load up a truck with over 850 donated mobility devices- wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, etc. to be sent to Africa.
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Clothing Closet Update
Athena Cares has decided to discontinue our Clothing Closet, due to lack of use. We have so many beautiful items our supporters have donated over the years, so it's time to get them out into the community where they will be more helpful. We donated our shoes to support micro-enterprise vendors in developing nations. The spring and summer clothing was transported to the Women and Children's Center, sponsored by the Open Door Mission.
We will continue to keep winter coats and other select items on hand to serve our school community.
Clothing Closet Update
Athena Cares has decided to discontinue our Clothing Closet, due to lack of use. We have so many beautiful items our supporters have donated over the years, so it's time to get them out into the community where they will be more helpful. We donated our shoes to support micro-enterprise vendors in developing nations. The spring and summer clothing was transported to the Women and Children's Center, sponsored by the Open Door Mission.
We will continue to keep winter coats and other select items on hand to serve our school community.
Monday, January 25, 2021
Monday, May 11, 2020
Quarantine Outreach
- Collecting food for the local food shelf (we also donated 212 pounds of food items from the Athena Cares food pantry)
- Masking masks to donate
- Making signs/posters to show support for essential workers
- Sending thank you cards to healthcare workers, police, and firefighters
- Writing encouraging words on sidewalks
- Painting and leaving Hope Rocks with positive messages around the neighborhood
Quarantine Outreach
- Collecting food for the local food shelf (we also donated 212 pounds of food items from the Athena Cares food pantry)
- Masking masks to donate
- Making signs/posters to show support for essential workers
- Sending thank you cards to healthcare workers, police, and firefighters
- Writing encouraging words on sidewalks
- Painting and leaving Hope Rocks with positive messages around the neighborhood