Number of Participants: 11
Hours Donated: 4
Value of Time Served: $1,531
Event Type: Hunger
Activity: Boys Basketball
School: Geneseo Middle/High School
Date: February 1, 2026
Location:
Geneseo Central School District
Avon Geneseo Road, Geneseo
NY
About:
The Geneseo Middle/High School basketball program recently used the excitement of rivalry night to make a meaningful impact in the community by hosting a non-perishable food drive during their final regular-season home games against Avon.
Fans attending the games were encouraged to bring food donations to help support local individuals and families in need. By combining the energy of competitive basketball with a shared commitment to service, Geneseo student-athletes helped turn game night into an opportunity for community members to give back.
Initiatives like this demonstrate how school athletic programs can serve as powerful platforms for positive change. The food drive not only helped collect essential items for those facing food insecurity but also reinforced the values of teamwork, leadership, and compassion among student-athletes and supporters alike.
Through efforts like these, the Geneseo Blue Devils continue to show that success is measured not only by performance on the court but also by the difference they make beyond it — strengthening community connections and inspiring others to get involved.
