Back to School Backpack Giveaway!
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Viola G. Chisholm Eastside Family Resource Center (ESFRC), 202 South Beech St., Syracuse, NY 13210
The Onondaga County Lead Poisoning Prevention Program will be providing free blood lead testing for children.
This event is free and open to the public.
Backpacks and school supplies will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. Max. 3 (three) backpacks for families.
Families must bring photo ID, proof of income, proof of address and proof of kids/students.
Build Today. Enjoy Tomorrow.
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Viola G. Chisholm Eastside Family Resource Center (ESFRC), 202 South Beech St., Syracuse, NY 13210
Hosted by Turkessa Amoah, Private Client Banker
Learn retirement accumulation and distribution strategies to help you prepare for a confident financial future.
Snacks will be provided!
Information: 315-470-3325
Scan the QR Code or register at https://forms.gle/B688vz2wr6Ju35ZJ8
5th Annual Neighborhood Health & Wellness Fair
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Location:307 Gifford Street, Syracuse, NY 13204.
PEACE, Inc. Westside Family Resource Center is partnering with Meals of the Week in Syracuse to offer a Back-to-School Supplies Giveaway to support local children and families.
PEACE, Inc. Rooftop BBQ Fundraiser
Date: Wednesday, September 23 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Merchants Commons, 220 South Warren Street, Syracuse, NY 13202
Join PEACE, Inc. for an unforgettable evening on the rooftop of Merchants Commons in downtown Syracuse. Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, live music, and great company while supporting programs that help individuals and families throughout Central New York thrive.
For tickets, sponsorships, and additional information, visit: https://peace-caa.org/bbq
Food Pantry and Fresh Food Giveaway
Location: Southside Family Resource Center, 136 Dr. Martin Luther King West, Syracuse, NY 13205. Phone: 315.470.3352
Food Pantry: Open from 10 AM to 1 PM on every third Thursday of the month.
Fresh Food Giveaway: Available from 12 PM to 2 PM on every second and fourth Thursday of the month.
More information: https://peace-caa.org/ssfrc
