Featured Member News: Don’t Miss Upcoming Events For Happiness House


Honoring Heroes Gala & Auction in the Finger Lakes • April 14

The Annual Honoring Heroes Gala & Auction in the Finger Lakes will be held at The Lake House in Canandaigua and is sure to be a magical time. Guests will enjoy a silent auction, live auction, wine/cork pull, award presentation, and dessert auction. 

This year, the following individuals will be honored:
 
•    Mary Walsh Boatfield – Humanitarian of the Year

•   Dale Twardokus – Community Partner of the Year

•   Christine (Tina) Bennett – Volunteer of the Year

    •  Nanci Bentley – Outstanding Board Member of the Year 

Interested in Sponsoring this event? Click Here

Interested in donating a good/service for the Gala? Click Here

Secure your seat ($250/each) at the Gala: Email Riley


Autism Awareness & Acceptance Walk • April 29

Mark your calendars, the 13th Annual Autism Awareness & Acceptance Walk is April 29th! Registration is FREE (online or on paper), and all walkers will receive a t-shirt (while supplies last). Fundraise with your friends/family/neighbors/coworkers, and win prizes! 

Interested in Sponsoring this event? Click Here

Want to sign up your team online? Click Here

Prefer Paper sign ups?? Click Here


Francis “Ben” Bonafiglia Golf Tournament • August 2

Join the 36th Annual Francis “Ben” Bonafiglia Golf Tournament presented by BonaDent Dental Laboratories & the Bonafiglia Family!

Look forward to:

  • 6-person teams
  • 1 tee-off time
  • outside registration *weather permitting
  • on-course food and beverages ALL DAY
  • take-home dinner

 Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at the Seneca Falls Country Club, enjoy a day of golfing for a great cause! Your admission includes food and beverages all day, 18 holes of golf with carts, and unique gifts sponsored by BonaDent & Ability Partners Foundation. Throughout the day, golfers will have the opportunity to participate in raffle drawings and contests to win exclusive prizes.


5K Run for Fun / 1M Walk for Wellness • October 14

The 18th Annual 5K Run for Fun / 1M Walk for Wellness will be on Saturday, October 14, 2023 (*note the date change!), at CP Rochester. All proceeds from this event help fund programs and services offered through Ability Partners agencies: CP Rochester, Happiness House, and Rochester Rehabilitation, which provide services to adults and children with physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities.

What Is Included:
Cash & Prizes to 5K top winners and top fundraisers
Event t-shirt (register before October 1)
Post-race snacks