Celebration of Giving
Everyone Deserves Green Spaces
Protect Her Independence
Give Kids a Fair Chance
Preserve Our History
Expand Access to the Arts
Demand Racial Equity
Everyone can take action to make our world a more equitable and vital place. Since 1972, Rochester Area Community Foundation has connected donors to the critical needs of our eight-county region, leveraging financial expertise and community knowledge to maximize impact. At the Foundation, donors are partners and every gift is an investment in a better future.
✨ At this year’s Celebration of Giving, we honor Jerry Fisher, PhD and Jonathan Rosenfeld, whose lives of generosity remind us that real change begins close to home.
They invite all of us to stand together—“to improve our home, our community, and our world.”
Join the Rochester Area Community Foundation network today and give where your heart is.
💻 Visit racf.org/give to learn more.
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A former St. John Fisher professor started the Do It 4 Ur Kidz scholarship for single parents after supporting her own children independently and getting to know single parents in the classroom. Today, that scholarship has awarded more than $68,000.
Though you’ll only find one name on the award, two generations are impacted through every scholarship.
"It’s a very delicate balance of responsibilities to be a solo mom,” says one scholarship recipient. "The choices and sacrifices I make for myself and my son are unwavering commitments to our shared growth and well-being.”
Hear from two scholars about the transformative power of adult education at racf.org/news/do-it-4-ur-kidz.
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“What drives hope, is community and action.”
This year, we celebrate Rich and Laurie Riedman — recipients of the Joe U. Posner Founders Award — for their unwavering commitment to giving back and inspiring others to do the same.
Their legacy in leadership and philanthropy is helping to build communities where hope can thrive.
Join us in honoring the Riedmans, inspiring all of us to make a lasting difference right here in Greater Rochester.
In Laurie’s words, “find what matters to you.”
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We gathered at Ontario County nonprofit New York Kitchen to sip, savor, and explore how women, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and Black craft beverage makers are (and have been) shaping the industry. Maiah Johnson Dunn, beverage educator and master storyteller, shared her deep expertise, playful tasting approach, and bottomless cache of stories.
Top Takeaways
When we drink and eat together, we create community.
The Finger Lakes wine region isn't Napa, and that's great. We have our own unique conditions and creative makers.
The craft beverage industry is full of stories — about the products, the process, and most importantly, the people.
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“You don’t have to have a lot of money to make a big difference.” — Philip L. Burke, Esq.
We’re proud to honor Philip as one of this year’s Celebration of Giving honorees and recipient of the Philanthropy Award.
Through his years as a trusted estate planning attorney, dedicated volunteer, and former Community Foundation Board member, Philip has helped countless people discover the joy of giving back.
His belief that every little bit helps embodies the true spirit of philanthropy in Rochester.
🎥 Watch his story and join us in celebrating Philip’s lasting impact.
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A grant to Camp Cory, a program of the YMCA of Greater Rochester, supports discounts and scholarships to make sure local youth who live in Yates County can attend day camp on Keuka Lake. This grant was part of more than $150,000 invested through the Yates County Community Endowment by caring people with Yates County in their hearts.
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‼️ Last chance to get your ticket for ✨Celebration of Giving✨
📅 Thursday, November 20
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Hyatt Regency Rochester
🎟️ racf.org/Celebration
Don’t worry, Simeon won’t be joining the The String Queens 😉 We can’t wait to celebrate with you and walk away more inspired than ever.
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🎁 Giving season is here — and your generosity makes a difference right here in Greater Rochester!
Here are 3️⃣ ways you can give today:
🎟️ Purchase your tickets to our Celebration of Giving on November 20 at racf.org/celebration.
🤝 Have a Donor Advised Fund? Give a grant directly to a local nonprofit.
🚨 Make a gift to our Community Impact Fund to help us meet urgent needs in our region at racf.org/CommunityImpact.
✨ Together, we can make an impact our community needs right now.
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