Run, Walk, or Pledge to Support Transplant Patients on April 12

This is the 14th year where runners, walkers, and supporters come out to celebrate transplant recipients and organ donors at the River Run/Walk 5K in Genesee Valley Park.

The annual event, sponsored by the Friends of Strong Memorial Hospital and the hospital’s transplant units, benefits transplant patients who are awaiting or recovering from organ transplant surgery. Donations and other proceeds help them pay for expenses associated with lifelong care, such as life-saving medications and travel expenses.

New Friends of Strong Website Aims to Support Blood Drives & SMH

A new feature for UR Medicine Blood Drives has been added to the Friends of Strong website. This site is home to information about upcoming drives, how you can register, and tips for first-time donors.

Craft Beers and Good Eats Help Benefit Patients at SMH

The University of Rochester Medical Center’s volunteer group, Friends of Strong, will host its second annual Beer & Food Pairing Fundraiser to help benefit patient care at Strong Memorial Hospital from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at Lovin’ Cup Bistro and Brews, 300 Park Point Drive, Rochester.

Profile of Excellence: Ambassador and Guest Services Team

For its dedicated support of students in the UR Teen Health and Success Partnership program, we are pleased to honor the Ambassador and Guest Services program with a 2013 URMC Board Excellence Award in the Team category.

Rochester River Run/Walk 5K set for April 6

Join the Friends of Strong and the Strong Memorial Hospital Transplant Units for the 13th annual Rochester River Run/Walk to benefit our transplant patients and families.