International Taste Fest 5K & 10K Run, Family Event & Fundraiser

Calling all Runners, cheerers, and people who like to eat yummy food!!

We invite YOU to be a part of the International Taste Festival to benefit David’s Refuge!

FOR THE RUNNERS!  If you’d like to run the 5K OR 10K and are willing to raise $500 to support David’s Refuge, join team ‘Running For Respite’.

2024 Pineview Information Session

Join us at OneGroup for our 2024 Pineview Info Session!
March 27th at OneGroup from 5:00-7:00

Valentine’s Day Date

Join us for our first community gathering of 2024!!

Let’s celebrate all things LOVE with a community lunch and private movie screening!

SADA Charity Preview 2024

We’re so excited to be a participating charity of the 25th Annual Charity Preview! Join us for friendship, decadent food and the first look at all the vehicles inside the Oncenter and War Memorial. Mingle with Syracuse’s most generous VIP’s as they come out dressed in their finest, to support ‘Caring for the Caregiver’

David’s Refuge Night at The Syracuse Crunch

Join David’s Refuge and The Syracuse Crunch
January 26th at The War Memorial 7pm

Christmas Celebration with Gigi’s Playhouse

Join David’s Refuge as we partner with our friends at Gigi’s Playhouse for our annual Christmas Celebration!

2023 Annual Liverpool Turkey Trot

Kick off your Thanksgiving Day this year with the 10th Annual Liverpool Turkey Trot! Last year, the Liverpool Turkey Trot was able to donate over $40,000 to help the Central New York Community, including David’s Refuge!

SUBARU Share the Love

We are so grateful to be named the Bill Rapp SUBARU “Share the Love Hometown Charity” for the sixth consecutive year! From November 16^th  – January 2^rd any customer who purchases a SUBARU can choose to have $100 donated to David’s Refuge.

Community Night at The Pier

Join us for a night of COMMUNITY!

Enjoy dinner, live music and great company as we celebrate November and National Family Caregivers Month!

Roc for Caregivers

Join us in providing respite resources and support to Rochester Area Families!

Trick or Treat Halloween Celebration

Join us for a Not So Spooky Halloween event! On October 28th from 11-1pm we will be hosting our annual Trick or Treat Halloween Celebration inside Hal Welsh East Area Family YMCA in Fayetteville!

Caregiver Summit and Wellness Retreat

Join us for our annual Caregiver Summit and Wellness Retreat!

A full day of Respite, Wellness and Community for Caregivers in our community!!

To learn more about sponsorship and agency opportunities click the link below!!

Caregivers who are interested in attending, please contact Liz Conklin at lizconklin@davidsrefuge.org

Fall Fun & Surviving the Start of School

Join Marisa and Jim Borer and Claudia and Adam Gasiorowski in the Cellar and Lower Terrace at Meier’s Creek Brewing Company, with music by country artist Brian Michael. All guests will enjoy appetizers and a complimentary 2 hour open bar, thanks to our friends at Meier’s Creek and the Borers and Gasiorowskis!  The night will also feature a short program about David’s Refuge programs and services, and an invitation to invest in the growing community of caregivers. Tickets are only $60, but they’re limited so get yours today!

4-Wheeler Benefit Ride

This is the 8th year of this amazing benefit ride, and with the support growing each year, this year’s tournament proceeds will be split up to support several local charities serving the Thousand Islands Communities, including Cape Vincent Food Pantry, Clayton Payntor Senior Center, David’s Refuge and local families having hardships this year.  This is a family-friendly event – The more the merrier!

West Herr Syracuse Corvette Club & Classic Car Show

Hey Corvette and Classic Car lovers! Please join our friends over at West Herr Chevrolet for a day of refreshments, music, and charity in support of David’s Refuge!

HAUN Welding Supply & Specialty Gases 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament

Join HAUN and Friends for a day of golf and supporting caregivers at Northern Pines Golf Club this September.  Last year, they invested more than $12,000 in supporting caregivers through this amazing tournament.  Did we mention the contests, door prizes and FUN?!  Consider supporting this family business that loves to give back to David’s Refuge!

Air Innovations 13th Annual Charity Golf Fundraiser

Together we can make a difference! Join a team for Air Innovations’ 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament! Proceeds benefit David’s Refuge. Lace up your golf shoes and let’s make a positive impact on our community!

Email Russ Warner at rwarner@airinnovations.com to sign up!

My Team 5K for David’s Refuge

Would you like to help us raise money to support caregivers AND dress up in wild outfits? Join us and our friends at Willow Running as we kick off the 2023 football season on Saturday, September 2 at Onondaga Lake Park at 10am for the first ever My Team 5K to benefit the amazing caregivers in our community!

Movie in The Park

Join us for Summer evening FUN!

The evening will include games, crafts, balloon art, face and hand painting, popcorn, THE MIGHTY DUCKS and so much MORE! Our friends for the Syracuse Crunch and The Rosemond Gifford Zoo will also be at the event with fun activities for all!

Mets Good Neighbor Day Presented By Northland Communications

The goal is simple – Be the Charity who sells the most tickets, and raises the most money on Good Neighbor Day and receive a $10,000 gift from Northland Communications!

How can you help?!  Simple.

• Purchase tickets for the Game on June 28^th ($4 comes back to David’s Refuge)
• Bring a crowd with you!  Share this page with family and friends, encouraging them to purchase their tickets or make a gift.
• Host a FUN-Raiser for David’s Refuge. Check out these ideas and tips to keep it FUN and be sure to let us know how you plan to celebrate caregivers!

Dad’s Night out at The Syracuse Met’s

Calling all David’s Refuge Dads!!! Join us for a Night Out of Tailgating and Baseball with the Syracuse Met’s!

Charity Monday at Harvey’s Garden

Join us for Charity Monday at Harvey’s Garden! 50% of all beer sales are donated back to David’s Refuge!  As if that’s not amazing enough, DJ 2NYCE will be performing.  There will be multiple food trucks available as well as community and fun!!  All funds raised from this event go towards supporting David’s Refuge in the Good Neighbor Day at the Mets on June 28th. The Charity that raises the most will receive a $10,000 gift from Northland Communications – So come on our to Harvey’s Garden and make a HUGE IMPACT!!!

Pineview Run Celebrity Challenge, presented by OneGroup

Pineview Run will be hosting the third annual Pineview Run Celebrity Challenge in conjunction with OneGroup to benefit David’s Refuge.  Drivers compete for the fastest time, but there’s a catch….the more money they raise, the more time is shaved off their fastest record!  So show them some love and help your favorite driver finish 1st!

Taste of David’s Refuge 2023

Taste of David’s Refuge returns to Heritage Hill on June 2nd of 2023! Get your tickets today or Text Taste23 to 243725 for event and auction updates.

Beauty of Mom – Cultivate you day

International Taste Fest 5K & 10K Run, Family Event & Fundraiser

Calling all Runners, cheerers, and people who like to eat yummy food!!

We invite YOU to be a part of the International Taste Festival to benefit David’s Refuge!

FOR THE RUNNERS!  If you’d like to run the 5K OR 10K and are willing to raise $500 to support David’s Refuge, join team ‘Running For Respite’.

SADA Charity Preview

We’re so excited to be a participating charity of the 24th Annual Charity Preview! Join us for friendship, decadent food and the first look at all the vehicles inside the Oncenter and War Memorial. Mingle with Syracuse’s most generous VIP’s as they come out dressed in their finest, to support ‘Caring for the Caregiver’

Cookies With Santa

Join us for our annual Cookies With Santa Event!

LTT – Liverpool Turkey Trot

Caregiver Summit & Wellness Retreat

Join us for an amazing Caregiver Summit & Wellness Retreat. Caregivers will enjoy a full day of wellness sessions, connection with other caregivers and access to Agency Partners hoping to support their family. This year’s event will bring services and support to more than 100 caregivers reminding them that Self-Care isn’t Selfish! Sponsorship opportunities are available and donations to underwrite caregivers greatly appreciated.

Trunk or Treat Halloween Event

Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat event! October 29th from 11-1pm! The event will include Treats, Fun and Community activities! Volunteers are needed!

Night out at The Pier

Join us for an evening of food and community.

Registration will close when all spots have been filled.

Happy Hour at Meier’s Creek hosted by the Waldmans

Join Josh and Andrea Waldman in the cellar and lower terrace at Meier’s Creek Brewing Company, with music by Colin Aberdeen!

All guests will enjoy appetizers and a complimentary drink, thanks to our friends at Meier’s Creek and the Waldmans! The night will also feature a short program about David’s Refuge programs and services, a mini-auction and an invitation to invest in the growing community of caregivers. Proceeds will benefit David’s Refuge and provide essential support for caregivers in our community!

East Syracuse Chevrolet – Syracuse Corvette Club & Classic Car Show

Join our friends at East Syracuse Chevrolet for the Syracuse Corvette Club & Classic Car Show, complete with refreshments, music and an amazing raffle supporting David’s Refuge!

Haun Welding Supply & Specialty Gases 1st Annual Charity Golf Tournament

We are so grateful to Josh and the entire team at Haun for continuing to celebrate and support caregivers! Whether you choose to register a foursome or join as a sponsor, you know the team at Haun Welding Supply and Specialty Gases will take great care of you!  After all, they’ve been taking care of caregivers through David’s Refuge since the beginning!

Dad’s Night Out with The Bills

Dad’s will enjoy a VIP tour of Highmark Stadium and optional group dinner

Beauty of Mom

MOMS!! You are invited to attend our annual Beauty of Mom event! Join us for a day of Wellness, Respite, Community and.. PONIES!! The day will include lunch, activities and fun!

Movie in the Park

Dad’s Event at Heritage Hill

Calling all Dad’s! David’s Refuge will be hosting a Dads Event at Heritage Hill Brewhouse in Pompey on Sunday, June 26th at 2pm. Click the link below if you are interested in attending. Space is limited.

Taste of David’s Refuge

This year’s Taste of David’s Refuge will be held on June 10th at Heritage Hill.  The night features delicious food, local beverage tastings, Rocky’s hand-rolled cigars and live music from Slow Train. The entire venue boasts plenty of indoor and outdoor space along with the best sunset views in Central New York.  This vital fundraiser will raise $130,000 in much-needed funds to bring respite, wellness and community to local caregivers.  Get your tickets today, or choose to send a caregiver in your place.  For more info text Taste22 to 243725

Pineview Run Celebrity Challenge, presented by OneGroup

Pineview Run will be hosting the very first Pineview Run Celebrity Challenge in conjunction with OneGroup to benefit David’s Refuge.  Drivers compete for the fastest time, but there’s a catch….the more money they raise, the more time is shaved off their fastest record!  So show them some love and help your favorite driver finish 1st!

Caregiver Conference in Rochester

International Taste Fest 5K & 10K Run, Family Event & Fundraiser

Calling all Runners, cheerers, and people who like to eat yummy food!!

We invite YOU to be a part of the International Taste Festival to benefit David’s Refuge!

FOR THE RUNNERS!  If you’d like to run the 5K OR 10K and are willing to raise $500 to support David’s Refuge, join team ‘Running For Respite’.

Happy Hour at Jackrabbit Club in Rochester

Join Mike Baker and Friends for Happy Hour at Jackrabbit Club!  You’ll enjoy appetizers and a complimentary drink with a brief presentation from David’s Refuge!  The night will also feature a mini-auction generously sponsored by Mike Baker and friends.

Valentine’s Date Night

David’s Refuge Night @ The Crunch

Halloween Agency Fair

Fun & accessible for the entire family.

Families will enjoy:

• “Trunk” or treating
• Halloween Crafts
• Games
• Snacks
• Live Music
• and more!

Volunteer sign up →

Boilermaker Road Race: Team ‘Running for Respite’

Each year, we have Boilermaker Charity Bib runners who dedicate their race to Caring For The Caregiver. These runners commit to raising at least $500 for David’s Refuge and get a free registration for the Boilermaker 15K or 5K.  Each step they take is a step towards bringing respite, wellness and community to caregivers.

Taste of David’s Refuge

We have missed being in person with you terribly, which is why we are so excited to bring back Taste of David’s Refuge LIVE & IN PERSON at Heritage Hill in Pompey.

Meier’s Creek Happy Hour

Join Dan Conley and Friends in the taproom at Meier’s Creek Brewing Company!

COMMON GROUND: RUN, WALK, ROLL & CHEER VIRTUAL EVENT

We’d love to have you join us for our virtual Common Ground: Run, Walk, Roll or Cheer event! This event is meant to inspire self-care and community – and it simply won’t be complete without you!

Virtual Trivia Night

Join David’s Refuge as we bring you a fun-filled night of virtual Trivia! ​Sign up on your own, gather a group of family & friends, or draft a virtual team to amplify the fun! Get Your Tickets Today!

David’s Refuge Road Rally – Scavenger Hunt

All teams can choose to do some or ALL of the following activities! Our goal for you is to get out of the house, have some fun family time, make some new memories, get some funny family pictures and encourage you all to find JOY right in your own town!

Make sure to take pictures and post them to our Road Rally Facebook Event- Under the David’s Refuge Facebook Page.

Bill Rapp Superstore – SUBARU Share The Love

From November 19th – January 4th any customer who purchases a SUBARU can choose to have $250 donated to David’s Refuge

National Family Caregivers Month

Join us all of November as we celebrate and honor the amazing caregivers in our community!

Halloween Spooktacular

10:30-11:30 AM – Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a “live” performance from Symphoria followed by Halloween Stations, a fun and safe trick or treat experience! WAIVER REQUIRED

David’s Refuge Virtual Run

Whether you’d like to register for Boilermaker or simply get active while making a difference, this is a great way to do it. We are inviting EVERYONE to join team ‘Running For Respite’. 

Taste with a Twist

As an organization that knows the importance of self-care, we invite you to join us on the 11th of September for Taste with a Twist in whatever way feels best to you!

Wellness Webinar

Simple ways to care for your over stressed body, with Brian Westlake. Learn ways to build stronger relationships with your children, with Bob Gabor. Plus, a giveaway from David’s Refuge.

Trivia Night with David’s Refuge and Friends

Join us for a night of Trivia, complete with questions from local celebrities and friends!

Full Moon On The Plaza, presented by Saranac Brewery

Free admission, food trucks, live music, door prizes & of course – $5 Saranac Beer! All this set to the ambiance of a Full Moon! Best part? All your food and beer purchases benefit David’s Refuge!

Easter Egg Hunt

Partake in a little virtual Easter egg hunt on our website!

Virtual Networking & Idea Sharing

Are you missing handshakes and hugs? We sure are!  Join us in sharing your successes and challenges coping with COVID-19 as it applies to your business. Visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87673832735

SADA Charity Preview

Enjoy great friends, delicious food and hop into your favorite new 2021 model vehicle. The best part? 100% of your ticket will stay right here at David’s Refuge, Caring for the Caregiver!

Quarter Auction for David’s Refuge

Join the folks at Rize Event for an amazing night!!! Get some Christmas gifts all ready to go!!
Never been to a quarter auction? Well this is a great time to learn as it supports David’s Refuge!!

2019 Cookies with Santa

YOU ARE INVITED!!!
Join us on December 12th at Sun Auto Warehouse in Cicero for our 3rd annual Cookies with Santa event!!!
Enjoy the evening with Cookies, Games, Food, and of course SANTA!!!

Seneca Street Brew Pub

Join us for a mixer for David’s Refuge. Beer available for only $5 each and complimentary food will be provided. Bring a friend and introduce a new face to The David’s Refuge Family!

Blaze Pizza Give Back Night

Eat out at Blaze Pizza and 20% of your bill will be donated back to David’s Refuge. Check out our Facebook Event to get the flier to present.

Uno Pizzaria & Grill Give Back Night

Join in on the fun and 20% of your meal (Dine-in or Take-out) will be donated back to David’s Refuge!  There will be a special appearance by Jeff the Magic Man from 5:00 – 8:00! 

2019 Beauty of Mom

Calling all Moms! Join us for a day of pampering, relaxation, and friendship! Beauty of Mom is a special afternoon dedicated to all of the amazing moms in the David’s Refuge community.

Spring Celebration

We are so excited to invite you to a NEW event that we are hosting this year!! We have joined hands with the amazing folks at Northridge Church for a Spring Celebration!!