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World Relief Western NY Events & Trainings

World Relief regularly hosts and participates in community events, fundraisers, new volunteer orientations and thematic volunteer trainings.

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GOOD NEIGHBOR GALA

September 2025 | Stay Tunned!

​The Good Neighbor Gala is an annual event hosted by World Relief Western New York, celebrating community support for immigrants and refugees in the region. The gala features food, entertainment, special guests, and fundraising efforts to support World Relief's mission. ​

Questions? Contact Kpitcher@wr.org

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENT

April 2025 | See You There!

You’re invited to join us on Thursday, April 24th at 5:30pm for dinner, dessert, and a night of celebrating you!

We are so grateful for your partnership in helping immigrants and refugees rebuild their lives in the U.S.

Please RSVP to 585-489-8849

Questions? Contact Apadgett@wr.org

NO LONGER STRANGERS 

In 2024, our first No Longer Strangers event united 150 believers from 25 churches in prayer for refugees and displaced people. Stay tuned for 2025 details—we invite you to join us in prayer and solidarity, embracing stories of resilience and hope.

Questions? Contact Elintala@wr.org

VOLUNTEER ORIENTATIONS

We hold personalized trainings for newly onboarding volunteers. To learn more about volunteering, and to fill out our volunteer application, click here.

Questions? Contact Apadgett@wr.org

PASTORS BREAKFAST

We have had the joy of gathering with pastors and faith leaders for meaningful mornings of fellowship, conversation, and shared vision at our Pastors Breakfast.

As we break bread together, we reflect on the heart of Biblical hospitality—welcoming the stranger, serving our communities, and embodying Christ’s love in action.

Join us on May 8th at Edgewood Church as we continue this journey of faith and service together!

Questions and registrations Mslisher@wr.org

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