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.
Our grant cycle closes in less than two weeks for the LGBT+ Giving Circle!
Don’t miss the opportunity to apply for funding for initiatives that advance equity, visibility, and safety for the LGBTQ+ community across our eight-county region.
Apply now through May 1: www.racf.org/grant/lgbt-giving-circle/ ... See MoreSee Less
The Preserving Historical Assets grant cycle closes on May 8! Did you know that these grants are intended to preserve more than brick and mortar? Educational programming that provides new opportunities for community engagement with the region’s historical assets and expands community knowledge of the histories of diverse populations is of particular interest.
Apply today: www.racf.org/grant/vitality-grants-preserving-historical-assets/ ... See MoreSee Less
Gay Mills helped permanently protect more than 6,000 acres of land and water during her 33-year tenure leading Genesee Land Trust. After retiring, she joined Rochester Area Community Foundation’s board of directors.
Discover our shared commitment to 'forever' by reading more about our environmental impact: www.racf.org/about/community-impact/environmental-justice-and-sustainability/ ... See MoreSee Less
Congratulations, Biodance, and thank you for strengthening our region's vitality. The Community Foundation was able to distribute $688,000 last month to 64 nonprofit arts organizations across eight counties because of individuals who invested in creative potential and expression — with gifts today and contributions made and grown over decades. ... See MoreSee Less
Big news: To celebrate RENEW Climate Fund ten-year anniversary, we are officially launching the Million-Mile Challenge! ✈️
Our goal? To offset the carbon footprint of 1,000,000 miles of travel. Whether it’s your daily commute or your next big getaway, every mile counts toward a greener planet.
Not sure where to start? Swipe to learn how to get involved to support Rochester ENergy Efficiency and Weatherization (RENEW) this Earth Month.
Join the challenge: www.renew-roc.org/million-mile-challenge ... See MoreSee Less
Shouldn’t kids get to discover where food comes from? Rochester Ecology Partners thinks so.
In the Growing Good summer program, youth explore local food chains, build pollinator habitats, and harvest produce on the Foodlink farm. Because our region values people and planet, we supported this program with a $50,000 grant.
Explore the story: www.racf.org/news/growing-good/ ... See MoreSee Less
We are proud to be one of the largest funders of historic preservation in our eight-county region, ensuring that both our oral traditions and physical heritage remain available for generations to come.
Our historic preservation grant cycle is currently open now through May 8th. Learn more about the importance of historic preservation in the Rochester region, and see if you qualify: www.racf.org/grant/vitality-grants-preserving-historical-assets/ ... See MoreSee Less
In honor of RENEW's 10th Anniversary, we're hosting an Earth Month social media takeover. Get excited for a deep dive into:
🪴 10 years of RENEW with Director, Elizabeth McDade
🌱 Environmental justice + sustainability wins in our community
🌿 A sustainability challenge YOU can participate in this Earth Month and beyond
Let us know in the comments how you're celebrating Earth Month this year, and stay tuned for all things green.
📷: Erich Camping ... See MoreSee Less