spring bouquet sale

Press Release:

The HomeCare & Hospice Foundation invites community members to brighten lives while supporting compassionate hospice care through its 31st Annual Spring Bouquet Sale. With more than 10 pop-up locations across Allegany, Cattaraugus, Genesee, and Wyoming counties, this beloved fundraiser directly benefits terminally ill patients and their families.

Each pop-up location will offer vibrant 9- and 18-stem bouquets as well as Oliver’s Chocolate candy bars, making it easy to bring joy to a loved one while supporting a meaningful cause.

Bouquets serving Allegany and Cattaraugus counties are locally crafted by Mandy’s Flowers of Olean, while those in Genesee and Wyoming counties are created by Beverly’s Flowers and Gifts of Batavia. 

Prices are $15 for a 9-stem bouquet, $25 for an 18-stem bouquet, and $2 per candy bar. Every purchase helps provide vital hospice services, ensuring comfort and care for those in need.

“Each bouquet represents more than just flowers—it’s a symbol of hope, support, and the kindness that makes our communities stronger,” said Melissa Sullivan, Chief Executive Officer of HomeCare & Hospice. “By purchasing a bouquet, you are directly contributing to compassionate end-of-life care for those who need it most.”

New this year, the Foundation has partnered with Crosby’s Convenience Stores to expand the reach of this important fundraiser.

Rob Augustine, Crosby’s Director of Sales and Merchandising, shared his enthusiasm for the initiative, stating, “Crosby’s is proud to support HomeCare & Hospice by hosting pop-up locations at our stores in Corfu, Friendship, Hinsdale, and Perry. We are excited to help spread smiles throughout our communities.”

In addition to the pop-up sales, St. Bonaventure University’s men’s basketball game will host a bouquet pop-up location near the bookstore at the Reilly Center on March 5, allowing fans to support hospice care while cheering on the Bonnies.

Pop-Up Sale Locations & Dates:

Monday, March 3

1. Jones Memorial Hospital (10 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
2. Olean Food Barn (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
3. Olean Walmart (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
4. Olean General Hospital (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
5. Olean YMCA (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.)
6. Crosby’s Hinsdale
7. Crosby’s Friendship

Tuesday, March 4

1. Olean Food Barn (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
2. Olean Walmart (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
3. Olean General Hospital (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
4. Olean YMCA (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.)
5. Crosby’s Hinsdale
6. Crosby’s Friendship

Wednesday, March 5 

1. St. Bonaventure Reilly Center (6 – 8:30 p.m.)
2. Crosby’s Hinsdale
3. Crosby’s Friendship
4. Crosby’s Corfu
5. Crosby’s Perry

Thursday, March 6

1. Crosby’s Corfu
2. Crosby’s Perry
3. Wyoming County Community Health System (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)
4. United Memorial Medical Center (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

Friday, March 7

1. Crosby’s Corfu
2. Crosby’s Perry
3. Wyoming County Community Health System (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

“The Spring Bouquet Sale is a beautiful way to honor loved ones while ensuring that hospice care remains available to all who need it,” added Sullivan. “We are grateful for the ongoinggenerosity of our communities and look forward to seeing many friendly faces at our pop-up locations.”

For more information, please contact HomeCare & Hospice at 716-372-2106 or visit https://BouquetSale.givesmart.com.

Press Release:

HomeCare & Hospice Foundation is calling on local businesses, schools, and organizations to join in the mission of supporting compassionate care by becoming pre-sale coordinating sites for its 31st Annual Spring Bouquet Sale. This cherished fundraiser helps terminally ill patients and their families in Allegany, Cattaraugus, Genesee, and Wyoming counties.

By serving as a pre-sale site, organizations can help make a meaningful impact while giving their employees an opportunity to brighten their homes with a stunning 18-stem bouquet for just $25. Each bouquet sold contributes directly to providing vital hospice care services and bringing comfort to those in need.

“Becoming a pre-sale coordinator is a simple yet impactful way to support our Hospice Bouquet Sale,” said Melissa Sullivan, Chief Executive Officer at HomeCare & Hospice. “This program not only raises critical funds for patient care but also spreads joy throughout the communities we serve.”

Pre-sale coordinators will receive all necessary materials, including order forms and promotional materials, to make participation seamless. Organizations can coordinate orders internally, making it easy for employees to support this meaningful cause.

“We’re proud to partner with over 25 organizations across our four-county service area as pre-sale coordinators, including Lawley Insurance in Batavia, Liberty Pumps, Napoleon Engineering, Cutco and Wellsville Central School. We’re always looking to grow this network and would love to have more coordinators join us in making this year’s fundraiser our most successful yet,” added Sarah Negron, Agency Relations Coordinator.

Orders should be submitted no later than February 7, with bouquet pick up/delivery the week of March 3. If your organization is interested in becoming a pre-sale coordinating site, please contact HomeCare & Hospice at 716-372-2106 or visit our website at https://BouquetSale.givesmart.com.

Help us bring beauty, joy, and care to those who need it most. Together, we can make a difference!

Press release:

The HomeCare & Hospice Foundation is gearing up for its 24^th Annual Spring Bouquet Flower Sale, a fundraiser held every March to benefit members of our community facing medical difficulties.

Proceeds from these vivacious yet inexpensive bouquet sales will benefit terminally ill hospice patients and their families throughout Allegany, Cattaraugus, Genesee and Wyoming counties, who will also receive free bouquets complements of HomeCare & Hospice and Western New Yorkers like you. Proceeds will also support services for the frail, elderly, disabled and those recovering from advanced illness.

A traditional bouquet, consisting of nine vibrant floral stems, is an $8 donation while the larger, more lavish Bouquet of Hope, consisting of 18 floral stems, is a $15 donation.

Bouquet orders can be placed at all HomeCare & Hospice offices, online here, and through hundreds of volunteers at workplaces in communities served by HomeCare & Hospice, or by contacting Ellen Brokaw at 585-343-7596 or emailing her at ebrokaw@homecare-hospice.org.

“Last year we raised over $16,000 to benefit our patients,” said Nick O’Keefe, development coordinator for HomeCare & Hospice. “It truly is a wonderful and easy way to benefit the community, and bring Spring to life in Western New York.”

Orders are now being accepted and should be placed by Feb. 7^th. The bouquets will then be delivered during the week of March 5^th. A free delivery service will be provided for those ordering at least four bouquets. Others may choose one of five HomeCare & Hospice regional offices for pickup.

HomeCare & Hospice, a nonprofit United Way agency, provides specialized medical care and social/emotional support for patients and families coping with life-limiting illness in Allegany, Cattaraugus, Genesee and Wyoming counties.

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The HomeCare & Hospice Guild’s 19th Annual Spring Bouquet Sale is set for March 5-7.

“The Spring Bouquet Sale really demonstrates the power of a flower. By purchasing a Traditional Bouquet for $8 or a Bouquet of Hope for $16, you can make a difference and know that your dollars go towards care for HomeCare & Hospice patients in your community,” said Linda Cummings of HomeCare & Hospice.

Traditional bouquets, consisting of nine vibrant floral stems, cost $8 each. The larger Bouquet of Hope, consisting of 18 floral stems, costs $16.

Bouquets will be sold at HomeCare & Hospice offices in Batavia and Warsaw, as well as the following locations:

• Batavia Downs, 8215 Park Road – 3 to 6 p.m. (March 5 only)
• United Memorial Medical Center North Campus, 127 North St. -- 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The Batavia office is at 550 E. Main St. Phone is 343-7596.

Proceeds from the annual sale benefit terminally ill patients and their families in Genesee, Wyoming, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties. HomeCare & Hospice is the only Medicare-certified Hospice provider in those counties.

Proceeds will also support services for the frail elderly, disabled and those recovering from advanced illness. Contact  Linda Cummings at 343-7596 or visit <http://www.homecare-hospice.org> for additional information.

HomeCare & Hospice, a United Way Member Agency, is an equal opportunity provider and employer.