Starbridge Hosts Dancefloor Fundraiser in Rochester
The event celebrated individuals with disabilities and presented six community awards.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Starbridge held its Decades on the Dancefloor fundraiser at Comedy @ the Carlson in Rochester. The event honored six local individuals and organizations with the 2026 Community Champion Awards.
Why it matters
The fundraiser highlights the ongoing need for support services for individuals with disabilities. Starbridge focuses on providing resources for education, employment, and healthy living.
Starbridge recognized six individuals and organizations with the 2026 Community Champion Awards during the fundraiser. The program serves as a central component of the organization's mission to support people living with disabilities.
The players
Starbridge
This organization provides support services for individuals with disabilities in areas including education, employment, and healthy living.
Aubrey Marrero
She was recognized as a recipient of the 2026 Community Champion Award.
Whitney Rapp
She was recognized as a recipient of the 2026 Community Champion Award.
Wendy Arnold
She was recognized as a recipient of the 2026 Community Champion Award.
Juliana Vasquez-Colindres
She was recognized as a recipient of the 2026 Community Champion Award.
The details
Attendees gathered for a dinner, a silent disco, and an auction to celebrate the contributions of the award recipients. The honorees included Aubrey Marrero, Whitney Rapp, Wendy Arnold, Juliana Vasquez-Colindres, Sheryl Williams, and Mike Taccone.
Timeline
October 21, 2026: Starbridge held the Decades on the Dancefloor fundraiser.
Market Landscape
This fundraiser reflects the growing trend of local non-profits using social events to drive engagement for disability support services. Such initiatives position community-focused organizations to broaden their reach against other regional service providers.
Residents can participate in these events to support regional disability programs and access local community resources. These gatherings offer opportunities to connect with service providers while contributing to organizational fundraising goals.
The takeaway
Community-led events like this play a vital role in sustaining local support networks for residents with disabilities. Attending such fundraisers helps ensure that organizations can continue providing essential education and employment services.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by WHAM.
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