Funds at the Community Foundation provide support for a number of interests that are dear to the hearts of many donors; namely, Arts & Culture, Civic Engagement, Early Childhood, Education, Environment, Health, Historical Preservation, Successful Aging, Youth and Families, Women and Girls, and specific counties.
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Arts & Culture
The arts are integral to the overall well-being of our region; they not only create a better quality of life, but also a healthier economy. |
Civic Engagement
Connecting people of diverse backgrounds and encouraging their involvement in civic life is necessary in a democracy. |
Early Childhood
For more than 20 years, the Community Foundation has invested in high-quality early education opportunities for young children. With proven results, we're staying the course and continuing to make sure that our region's children get the best start possible. |
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Education
Helping students achieve is one of the best ways to guarantee their—and our —future. In addition to the following funds, the Community Foundation also administers many scholarship funds. |
Environment
Upstate New York is an environmental treasure. The following funds help keep it that way. |
Health
These funds support specific and general health concerns in our area. |
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Historical Preservation
Preserving the past and learning its lessons provide a sound foundation for the future. |
NextGen Rochester
A new giving circle has been created for young professionals by young professionals. |
Successful Aging
These funds support the needs of older men and women; for example, by providing home support, day programs, recreation, or transportation; by encouraging volunteerism; and by helping families prepare. |
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Youth and Families
Many funds at the Community Foundation support the needs of children and families. A current grant focus is to increase and improve after-school opportunities for vulnerable children and their families. |
Women & Girls
Programs specifically targeted to women and/or girls are supported through these funds. |
Specific Counties
A number of funds are targeted to specific geographic areas outside Monroe County.
Other
Many of our donors
set up funds to benefit
additional areas of interest. |
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You can help build our ability to respond to these issues making a contribution. All funds provide grants in the six counties surrounding Rochester, New York unless otherwise indicated. If you'd like to support an issue not listed here, please contact Bonnie Wallace. |
