2026 SUSTAINABILITY UNDER THE STARS
Thursday, September 17 | 6-9pm
at The Highline Rochester
409 Alexander St., Rochester NY 14607
Join Goodwill of the Finger Lakes on Thursday, September 17 at The Highline Rochester for Sustainability Under the Stars.
Step into an evening of fashion, art, and sustainability. This distinctive runway experience showcases one-of-a-kind looks created from Goodwill finds by talented regional artists and makers, each transforming thrifted materials into original wearable art. From bold reinventions to imaginative craftsmanship, every piece reflects the power of creativity, circular design, and second chances – offering guests a stylish and inspiring night under the stars.
Admission to this fundraiser includes event access, an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, raffle prizes, and more.
CLICK HERE to buy your tickets today!
All proceeds from this event will benefit Goodwill of the Finger Lakes mission impact programs and services.
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THE RUNWAY AWAITS.
LOOK WHO MADE THE CUT.
Winning designers for 2026: Annalee Capuano, Michaelangelo Martinez, Kathleen O'Dell, Alesha Pendell, Mariella Sheree, plus Nay'osia Ridley (junior designer)
A round of applause for every designer who submitted! Thank you to everyone who shared their creativity with us during this year’s Sustainability Under the Stars application window. Your work wowed us - and reminded us just how much talent, imagination, and style our region has to offer.
To our selected designers: we can’t wait to see your unique visions come to life and shine on the runway in September!
THE EMCEE: Jasmin Singer
Jasmin Singer is an internationally recognized expert on veganism and a coveted speaker on topics ranging from identity to how to change the world for animals. She is the author of The VegNews Guide to Being a Fabulous Vegan and Always Too Much and Never Enough: A Memoir, and co-host of the award-winning Our Hen House podcast. A TEDx presenter and sought-after speaker, she has been featured on NPR, CNN, and in The Atlantic.
THE VENUE: The Highline Rochester