Upcoming Events

Raise the Flag for Awareness
Tuesday, September 5

Show your support for community veterans by making sure you display your American flag! Let those who have fought for our freedoms know that you support them. Together, we can raise awareness for all who have been affected by suicide, including the brave men and women who served our country. Let’s show them that they’re not alone and help is available.

Please contact Mark McCloskey at 585.295.7836 with questions or for more information.


Rest and Relax with VOC and your Fellow Veterans
Join Us for a Veteran Picnic just for You!
Wednesday, September 6
12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Lake Riley Lodge at Cobb’s Hill Park

100 Norris Drive, Rochester, NY 14610

Learn about our services and enjoy a catered lunch by Mission BBQ! Let’s gather, share and support each other!

Seating is limited to the first 100 respondents. RSVP NOW to Lisa Schrader at 585.295.7813 or via email.


Armed With Creativity III: A Veteran Art Show
Open to the Public
Friday, September 8
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Flower City Studios

200 Anderson Ave, Rochester, NY 14607

Art is a powerful form of expression often utilized by veterans to help them reconcile emotional conflicts, reduce anxiety, and improve self-esteem. Armed With Creativity III: A Veteran Art Show highlights the creative talents of local veterans and includes fine art, woodwork, ceramics, pottery, photography, songwriting and creative writing.

Submissions are now being accepted for the art show. Artwork is being accepted through Friday, August 25. Art can be dropped off at the Veterans Outreach Center, 447 South Avenue, Rochester.

Please contact Lisa Schrader at 585.295.7813. Submission forms must be sent to Lisa.Schrader@vocroc.org.