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Celebration of Giving

Wednesday, November 4, 2026
5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Hyatt Regency Rochester

Celebration of Giving is Rochester Area Community Foundation’s fall evening event — created to honor the individuals, families, and community partners who make our work possible.

Through meaningful stories of local impact and the presentation of our Philanthropy Awards, the evening will honor the people and partnerships whose generosity creates a ripple effect — opening doors, strengthening communities, and inspiring what comes next.  

Together, we’ll celebrate what giving makes possible and the shared commitment that moves our community forward. 

  • Standard Ticket ($175): includes admission, drinks and food.
  • Patron Ticket ($250): includes the standard ticket plus an additional charitable contribution. Patron ticketholders will be recognized in event materials for their generous support.
    • Please note, donors cannot use their DAF accounts to pay the charitable contribution portion if purchasing a patron ticket.
  • Table Purchase ($1400): includes a designated table for eight, ensuring your group of colleagues, clients, or friends is seated at the same table. Table Hosts receive dedicated table signage.
Standard Ticket
Patron Ticket
Host a Table

Register for Celebration of Giving by Tuesday, October 20th. If paying by check, fill out this form and return to 500 East Avenue Rochester NY14607.

Please reach out to Fallon Tuchrello (ftuchrello@racf.org, 585.341.4349) with ticketing questions.

Event Attire

Cocktail casual is polished and festive — come ready to celebrate community and generosity with us.

Evening Highlights

  • Live entertainment
  • Elevated cuisine
  • Specialty cocktails and mocktails
  • More to be announced soon

Parking, Arrival, and Accessibility

Valet parking is available free of charge at the Hyatt Regency.

Garage parking is available in the South Avenue garage. Hotel access is on the second floor. Please request parking validation at check-in if you use the garage.

Check-in will be in the Main Lobby of the Hyatt Regency Hotel.

The lobby is accessible from the 2nd floor in the parking garage.

Photography & Videography

Photos and video will be taken during the event for use on the Community Foundation’s social media, website, publications, and emails.