13WHAM Covers “Weekend for Wellbeing” in Support of Mental Health Awareness

Mental Health Association

We’re honored to have been featured on 13WHAM for our first-ever Weekend for Wellbeing, a powerful two-day series of events raising funds and awareness for mental health in the Greater Rochester community.

The coverage, which aired Friday, May 2, 2025, highlighted Stand Up for Mental Health, our kickoff dinner and live comedy event at Eagle Vale Golf Club, emceed by Stephannie Joseph of 13WHAM and featuring unforgettable performances by comedians Meghan Rose, Dario Joseph, and MTV’s Jessimae Peluso, plus live music by The Transport.

The segment also previewed Saturday’s action-packed events:

  • Positive Play Youth Basketball Clinic at Gates-Chili Middle School, focused on confidence, teamwork, and mental wellness.

  • Homecourt Heroes Celebrity Basketball Game at Gates-Chili High School, featuring athletes from the NBA, WNBA, NFL, and MLB, including John Wallace, Tim Redding, and Fred Jackson.

Check out 13WHAM’s full event coverage, including video highlights and a photo gallery HERE.