Rochester Area Community Foundation

Rochester Area Community Foundation works to improve the quality of life in the greater Rochester region by evaluating and addressing community issues, promoting effective philanthropy, and connecting donors to the critical needs of the community. With your help, we want to lead and inspire positive, enduring community change through our grantmaking and leadership activities. OUR GRANTMAKING The Community Foundation promotes two broad grantmaking goals that align with our vision for community change: creating an equitable community and strengthening our region's vitality. Under the equity goal, we work toward: --Closing the academic achievement and opportunity gap --Fostering racial and ethnic understanding --Partnering against poverty Under the vitality goal, we focus on: --Supporting arts and culture --Preserving historical assets --Promoting successful aging In 2016, the Community Foundation awarded $28 million in grants and scholarships. We have distributed more than $385 million since we were founded in 1972. We maintain rigorous standards for effective grantmaking, and are confirmed in compliance with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations. OUR UPCOMING EVENT Philanthropy Awards and Annual Report to the Community Luncheon (September 19, 2017) Every year since 1991, Philanthropy Award recipients have been recognized for their creative and effective giving that inspires others while strengthening the communities in greater Rochester’s eight counties. Find out about last year's event and honorees at www.racf.org/About/Events/Annual-Luncheon.