FeedMore WNY

Meatball Streetbrawl IV
2019-09-15 11:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Twenty-five establishments bring their homemade meatballs to this outdoor festival in hopes of claiming victory as one of Buffalo’s best!
Enjoy food, beverages, and more at this annual event benefiting FeedMore WNY’s Meals on Wheels program and other local charity organizations. Tickets are available online by visiting meatballstreetbrawl.com.
Volunteers are needed to help run event tables along Mohawk Street in downtown Buffalo! If you are interested in volunteering, contact Gaelyn Clay-Adams by phone at (716) 852-1305 extension 3099 or by email at gclay-adams@feedmorewny.org.

19th Annual Motorcycle Run & Rally / Cruise-In
2019-09-14 08:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Begonias – 4.5″ Terracotta Potted Annuals
It’s time to polish those pipes, strap on those helmets and can it for the fight against hunger. Not riding? Bring your bike, car, truck or whatever!
Everyone is invited!
Ride on out for the 19th Annual Food Bank of WNY Motorcycle Run and Rally / Cruise-In at the Newell-Faulkner American Legion Post 880 in Eden, NY. The motorcycle run travels throughout Western New York and includes food, beverages, raffles, “dice runs,” live entertainment and more. Live music and Deejay “Rainmain” Mark Ferguson will be at the Legion leading the party.
All proceeds raised through the event will go directly to the Food Bank, a program of FeedMore WNY.
Event registration will be open soon, so stay tuned! You do not have to participate in the motorcycle run to attend the rally.

Plate Expectations 2019 - Presented by Wegmans
2019-09-12 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Enjoy food, beer, wine, games, rock climbing, and more at this fundraising event supporting Meals on Wheels, a program of FeedMore WNY! Take part in this exciting event at Resurgence Brewing Company’s brand new Chicago Street location!
Purchase tickets online

$60 General Admission | $100 VIP Admission | $160 Couple’s VIP Admission

VIP tickets include event admission, a 16oz pint glass, rock wall climb, and an option to play either the wall of wine or lucky numbers. A limited number of VIP tickets are available. Casual attire recommended. For more information, contact Cassie Barrett at cbarrett@feedmorewny.org or 852-1305 ext. 3082
PRESENTED BY

GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORS

Alliant Capital Management
Freed Maxick
Great Lakes Building Systems
Moog, Inc.
Personal Touch Food Service, Inc.
Walsh Duffield
Zenner & Ritter

BRONZE SPONSORS

Allied Mechanical
Hanover Insurance Group
Huntington Debt Holdings
KeyBank
Kreher’s Family Farms
Magavern Magavern Grimm, LLP
Morgan Stanley
Mutual of America
National Grid
NCAComp, Inc.
PCA Technology Group
Phillips Lytle LLP
Seneca Gaming Corporation
Southside Trailer Service

FOOD & BEVERAGE SPONSORS
A. J. Letizio Sales & Marketing, Inc.
Chateau Buffalo
Ellicottville Brewing Co.
Lockhouse Distillery
North America Breweries
Orchard Fresh
Perry’s Ice Cream
Queen City Foods
Russell’s Steaks, Chops & More
Tommyrotter Distillery
Wegmans

ADDITIONAL SPONSORS

Business First
Cumulus Media
David Collins Productions
Grover Cleveland Press
WGRZ – Channel 2

H.O.P.E. Summit 2019
2019-09-06 08:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | LAC_RoutePrep
Agency Services will once again offer its annual H.O.P.E. Summit (Helping Our Partners Exceed) to all Food Bank program agencies. This full-day seminar offers agencies an opportunity to exchange ideas and learn from each other. The agencies also will have access to breakout sessions specific to the type of program they run.
Register online via Eventbrite by clicking here.

National Buffalo Wing Festival 2019
2019-08-31 12:00 - 2019-09-01 19:00 (America/New_York) | EC Legislator Joseph Lorigo (1) – SEN – Friday
FeedMore WNY is once again a beneficiary of the National Buffalo Wing Festival! Stop by Labor Day Weekend to enjoy an afternoon full of Buffalo’s favorite food!
Volunteers are needed to help us at this year’s event:

Friday, August 30, 2019 in the morning to help set up the event.
Saturday, August 31, 2019 between 11:30 a.m. and 9 p.m to run the food ticket tent. (3-4 hour shifts available)
Sunday, September 1, 2019 between 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m to run the food ticket tent. (3-4 hour shifts are available)

If you are interested in volunteering, contact Gaelyn Clay-Adams by phone at (716) 852-1305 extension 3099 or by email at gclay-adams@feedmorewny.org.

Free Community Garden Workshop: "Harvesting and using your bounty"
2019-08-17 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Join us at this free community garden workshop! We’ll be talking about harvesting the vegetables in your garden, how to use them in cooking, and how to store fruits and vegetables.
These events are free to the public. All experience levels welcome!

Run 716
2019-08-04 06:00 - 07:15 UTC
Come join us for the 3rd annual Run716 at Buffalo’s Larkinville district!
Get ready to bustle through Buffalo for this 15k race and relay happening in the historic Larkinville district.
Enjoy an event filled with live music all day and have a blast with the post-event party at Flying Bison Brewery.
Pre-registration events on Saturday will showcase the first of two parties on this energetic weekend and give you a look into the historic scenery of Buffalo at Flying Bison Brewery. Stop by between 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. to take part in the packet pick up party.
The Food Bank of WNY will be collecting non-perishable donations during these pre-registration events!
Sunday’s post-event activities will not disappoint as the end of the race signifies the start of the second celebration.
Race off hunger with Run716 as a portion of the proceeds raised will benefit FeedMore WNY and other community organizations.
Interested in volunteering? Contact Cassie Barrett at (716) 935-6682 or cbarrett@foodbankwny.org
Sign up now to bolt to the finish line at this Buffalo 15k!

Walk Off Hunger
2019-07-27 10:00 - 14:00 UTC

East Side Garden Walk
2019-07-20 10:00 - 15:00 UTC
Come visit FeedMore WNY’s Community Garden during the East Side Garden Walk!
Tour is Free and self-guided.

Now in its second year, the ESGW encompasses the entire East Side. In 2018, there were 42 gardens, and 2019 promises even more. Gardening on Buffalo’s East Side has a unique ambiance. often with an organic, natural aura which is representative of the lifestyle of many of its residents. The ESGW embraces a wide range of gardens – from urban farms to simple lots cared for by neighbors, and even a jazz-inspired garden. Take time to talk to the gardeners who make these gardens special.
East side gardening shows a strong sense of community. Even when the gardens are private, if there are vegetables or plants to be shared, the gardeners readily do so.

Rock the Barn
2019-07-19 - 2019-07-20 | Protected: Order – November 25, 2019 @ 08:46 PM
The 15th annual Rock the Barn music festival features eight bands over two days. Proceeds support the Meals on Wheels program in Clarence, NY.
Tickets are available at http://rockthebarn.com/ or by visiting your local Dash’s Market.

Gift Gathering Party at Butera's
2019-07-18 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Protected: Order – November 26, 2019 @ 01:55 PM
Join us at Butera’s Craft Beer & Craft Pizzas on Thursday, July 18, 2019 for a Gift Gathering Party! Enjoy a cash bar and complimentary snacks at this unique happy hour event supporting FeedMore WNY’s Plate Expectations!
Admission is a donated gift valued at $25 or more, to be used as an auction item at this year’s Plate Expectations. (Suggested items include gift certificates, wine, gift baskets, vacation items, art, sports and entertainment memorabilia, or jewelry.)
RSVP by contacting Cassie Barrett at 716-852-1305 or by emailing CBarrett@feedmorewny.org!
Date: Thursday, July 18, 2019
Time: 5 PM – 7 PM
Location: Butera’s Craft Beer & Craft Pizzas – 32 Main St, Hamburg, NY 14075

Free Community Garden Workshop: "Caring for your growing garden"
2019-07-13 10:30 - 12:00 UTC
Join us at this free community garden workshop! We’ll be talking about caring for your own growing vegetable garden. These events are free to the public.
All experience levels welcome!
Click here to learn more about the FeedMore WNY Community Garden!

Gift Gathering Party @ Hydraulic Hearth
2019-06-27 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
Join us at Hydraulic Hearth on Thursday, June 27, 2019 for a Gift Gathering Party! Enjoy a cash bar and complimentary snacks at this unique happy hour event supporting FeedMore WNY’s Plate Expectations!
Admission is a donated gift valued at $25 or more, to be used as an auction item at this year’s Plate Expectations. (Suggested items include gift certificates, wine, gift baskets, vacation items, art, sports and entertainment memorabilia, or jewelry.)
RSVP by contacting Cassie Barrett at 716-852-1305 or by emailing CBarrett@foodbankwny.org!
Date: Thursday, June 27, 2019
Time: 5 PM – 7 PM
Location: Hydraulic Hearth – 716 Swan St, Buffalo, NY 14210

Buffalo Spree Magazine's Best of WNY 2019 Party
2019-06-21 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | Champions for Meals Draws 45 VIPs!
Are you ready for the BEST cocktail party of the summer? Get your tickets now for Buffalo Spree Magazine’s Best of WNY 2019 party on Friday, June 21, 2019 at Larkin Square, 745 Seneca St., Buffalo, NY 14210. A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit FeedMore WNY.
Join Buffalo Spree in celebrating the Best of WNY winners for 2019 at this can’t miss event featuring complimentary food and drink, live entertainment, auction, backyard games and more. General admission is $35 and VIP admission is $100. Complimentary parking is available in the ramp and lots next to Larkin Square.
For tickets and more information, click here.

Hungry to Help WNY
2019-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Try culinary creations by some of Buffalo’s best chefs and enjoy an open bar, all while supporting the programs of FeedMore WNY! Join us at this first-ever charity tasting event hosted by Patina 250.
Enjoy unlimited hors d’oeuvres from some of Buffalo’s premiere restaurants, including:

Patina 250
Hutch’s
Ristorante Lombardo
The Black Sheep Restaurant & Bar
The Dapper Goose
Lucky Day
Rick’s on Main
Black Iron Bystro
Delaware North Sportservice at KeyBank Center

Tickets and more information are available atwww.hungrytohelpwny.com
Hungry to Help WNY
Date: June 20, 2019
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Patina 250 – 250 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14202
