LGBT+ Giving Circle 15th Anniversary
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | Fairport Brewing Company | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
15 Years of Impact. A Lifetime of Community.
There’s a special kind of power in the LGBT+ Giving Circle at Rochester Area Community Foundation — and it comes directly from the community itself.
For 15 years, the LGBT+ Giving Circle has driven community-invested funds and resources that uplift local LGBTQ+ led and serving organizations — inspiring a more inclusive and equitable greater Rochester for all. On June 10th, join us as we honor the Circle’s legacy, celebrate our 2026 grantees, and look ahead to the future of LGBTQ+ philanthropy in our region.
Early Bird Registration: RSVP now through June 1st to receive an additional drink ticket for the day of the event.
Event Highlights
- Location: Fairport Brewing Company – 1044 University Ave Rochester NY, 14607
- Dress Code: Business Casual
- Food and complimentary drinks included
About the LGBT+ Giving Circle
Whether you’ve been part of the journey from the beginning or are newly inspired to get involved, all are welcome. Join us in the power of collective giving and community impact.
The LGBT+ Giving Circle has proudly achieved:
208
Grants awarded since 2011
$426,630
Dollars granted
87
Active members
Grantee Spotlight: Avenue Black Box Theatre
The Avenue Blackbox Theatre is on a mission to provide affordable, meaningful, culturally rich experiences in a wide array of artistic disciplines to city of Rochester residents and visitors.
They are a safe, bold, creative Queer-space highlighting art and content created by artists of color, youth and collaborators traditionally marginalized or silenced.
Photography & Videography
Photos and video will be taken during the event for use on the Community Foundation’s social media, website, publications, and emails.
Stay Connected
Interested in getting involved with the LGBT+ Giving Circle?
Learn more about the LGBT+ Giving Circle or contact Dawn Perry (dperry@racf.org) to get involved.