Angel Belford | PEACE, Inc.

Rev & Rock Corvette Rally Accelerates Community Support

by Angel Belford | Aug 9, 2025 | News and Information

The Rev & Rock Corvette Rally, held on August 9 at Jack McNerney Chevrolet in Tully, NY, was a roaring success — blending horsepower, heart, and community spirit. The event attracted over 50 members of the Syracuse Corvette Club, 12 guests of the club, and showcased 44 stunning Corvettes, alongside several classic cars.

Attendees enjoyed a vibrant afternoon featuring live music, delicious food, and a raffle — all under sunny skies. More than just a celebration of automotive passion, the rally served as a fundraiser for PEACE, Inc., with proceeds going to the County South Family Resource Center.

All proceeds went to PEACE, Inc. Thank you to Jack McNerney Chevrolet for hosting the event, and to everyone who showed up — your support made a meaningful impact.

The Rev & Rock Rally proved that when car lovers and the community come together, it’s not just about the cars — it’s about making a difference.

Home-Based Rock Stars Graduate

by Angel Belford | Aug 8, 2025 | News and Information

The Early Head Start Home-Based Program rock stars did not let the cool rainy day mess up their sliding in to get their diplomas. Children slid down the slide with their families and friends watching as they shared a moment of saying goodbye to Home-Based and welcoming in their new adventure. The Early Head Start Home-Based Program has 25 children transitioning to the Head Start center base, heading off to kindergarten, or continuing with Home-Based as a Head Start. We want to wish all of our rock stars and their families the best.

As each child took that exhilarating slide, laughter filled the air, echoing the joy of new beginnings. Parents cheered, capturing every moment on camera, while home visitors beamed with pride at how far each child had come. This day was not just a celebration of achievements but also a testament to the love and support that have nurtured these young minds.

The rain may have drizzled down, but it only added to the magic of the day—a reminder that even in less-than-perfect conditions, we can find joy and create beautiful memories.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Annual Backpack Giveaway

by Angel Belford | Aug 7, 2025 | News and Information

PEACE, Inc.’s Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) program wrapped up summer on a high note with its Annual Backpack Giveaway, generously sponsored by Barclay Damon LLP. Held at Anthony J. Santaro Memorial Park, the event brought together around 60 attendees—including Bigs, Littles, and their families—for an afternoon full of fun, connection, and back-to-school excitement.

Thanks to Barclay Damon’s support, each Little received a brand-new backpack filled with school supplies—a meaningful boost to help kick off a strong, successful academic year. The joy was unmistakable, with smiles all around as kids dove into creative activities like sand art, stained glass coloring, cornhole, and a water balloon toss. Raffle prizes added an extra layer of excitement, offering Bigs and Littles the chance to win and celebrate together.

Splatter Painting at Early Head Start!

by Angel Belford | Aug 7, 2025 | News and Information

Students at PEACE, Inc.’s Sumner Early Head Start program recently explored their creativity through a fun and messy art activity—splatter painting! The young artists enthusiastically embraced the technique, resulting in a collection of colorful and expressive artworks. It was a playful, hands-on way to encourage artistic expression and engage the children in a joyful learning experience.

United Way Day of Caring with Haylor, Freyer & Coon

by Angel Belford | Aug 7, 2025 | News and Information

PEACE, Inc. had an incredible time participating in the United Way Day of Caring, and we want to give a huge shoutout to the team from Haylor, Freyer & Coon, Inc. for their amazing hard work at our Merrick Head Start site.

They tackled a wide variety of projects, including organizing the basement file room, toy and furniture storage, and general cleaning. Their efforts extended to cleaning and organizing classrooms, painting selected rooms, building new shelves for better organization, and improving the outdoor space with light landscaping.

Their dedication and commitment exceeded all expectations, and we are truly grateful for the difference they made in our community. Thank you, Haylor, Freyer & Coon, Inc., for your outstanding support!