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Fashion Week of Rochester launched in 2010 to engage the community in a three-day event that would spotlight local designers, boutiques, businesses and artists while shining a light on youth homelessness.

“We try to re-energize the city with exciting, surprising and creative events each year while refocusing the community’s attention on our youth,” said Elaine Spaull, Executive Director of The Center for Youth.

Through the Coronavirus pandemic, Fashion Week Rochester has been able to keep all shelters open, with revenue generated from the shows. Support from Fashion Week has helped The Center open its New Beginning House, an independent living residence for young men who are working to finish school or vocational programs and start careers. The Center was able to keep the doors open on the Crisis Nursery to provide care to babies and children during family emergencies related to medical illness, homelessness and domestic violence. And Fashion Week has supported young mothers and their babies at the Chrysalis House with shelter, life-skills training and educational and career guidance.

Thank you to all sponsors, boutiques, designers, vendors, advertisers, models, volunteers, in-kind donors and ticket holders for your continued support

The Fashion Week Rochester Kindness Conduct ensures a safe, respectful, and professional environment for all participants. We are committed to upholding these standards and contribute positively to the success of the fashion show and the values of The Center for Youth.

THE CRISIS NURSERIES
Free and voluntary nurseries that provide emergency childcare for families facing crises such as eviction, homelessness, and more.

ARNETT HOUSE
A transitional living program for LGBTQ+ and trafficked youth.

RUNAWAY AND HOMELESS YOUTH
General support for The Center for Youth’s continuum of care for runaway and homeless youth: counseling, shelter, food, and beyond.

MODELS
The Model Call is now closed.


DESIGNERS
Our designer application form is now open here!


VOLUNTEERING
Reach out to Kyle at kvosburgh@centerforyouth.net to learn of opportunities to get involved!