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Be a Secret Santa for Families in Need

Contribute this holiday season to hardworking and under-resourced parents, by providing them with gift cards so they can shop for toys, activities, books, and other meaningful gifts on their own, while still affording household essentials such as diapers, cleaning supplies, and groceries for wholesome family meals during the holidays.

New and Improved Zoo Book to Benefit Patient Care

Every Zoo Book purchased allows Friends of Strong to continue supporting Golisano Children’s Hospital and other patient- and family-centered initiatives throughout the year. We hope you will take a visit with Sandy and Friends to the virtual zoo!

Summer Volunteering Program Paves Way for Area High Schoolers’ Futures

The Friends of Strong Summer High School Volunteer Program is in full swing again, starting on July 7! This program is a game changer for many local high schoolers, helping them to choose whether healthcare is something they want to pursue.

A Fond Farewell and a Warm Welcome

It's time to say Happy Retirement to Sandra Arbasak and a big Congratulations to Melanie Thomas! Join us in welcoming a new era for Friends of Strong.

50 Years of Friends of Strong

In 2025, Friends of Strong celebrates 50 years of service to Strong Memorial Hospital. Friends of Strong is an organization of dedicated volunteers and staff who advance the mission of UR Medicine’s Strong Memorial Hospital through volunteerism and fundraising to provide support and services to patients, families, visitors, and staff.
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