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A $500,000 grant to Build Promise for the Build Promise Access Center stands out in Rochester Area Community Foundation Depository Inc’s recent grant history and signals the scale at which the foundation supports community infrastructure. Their giving also reaches long-standing local institutions through general support, including Rochester Rotary Charitable Trusts at $356,000 and the Climate Solutions Accelerator of the Genesee-Finger Lakes Region at $275,480 in 2025. The pattern shows a community foundation working through both donor-directed and competitive grant programs, with support for neighborhood initiatives, youth development, education, environmental sustainability, arts and culture, historic preservation, racial equity, economic mobility, and aging. The foundation’s public profile emphasizes strengthening the region through philanthropy, civic unity, broad community voice, and strategic responses to urgent and persistent challenges. Recent grants also point to support for religious, cultural, and human-service organizations, alongside scholarships and program support at local universities and hospitals. Recipients include Center for Teen Empowerment, Humane Society of Greater Rochester, Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong, and the University of Rochester Gifts & Donor Records.
Youth and teen development appears across multiple grants. The foundation gave $100,550 to Center for Teen Empowerment for general support and $55,750 to the same organization for the new Teen Empowerment Center. It also awarded $60,000 to First Tee New York for general support of youth golf access and education, showing support for both youth leadership and sports-based programming. Health and medical support is another visible line of giving. In 2025, Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong received $84,360 for the Fund-a-Need/Simulation Center, while Planned Parenthood of Central & Western New York received $69,159 for the annual fund. The foundation also funded Foodlink Inc at $68,050 for general support, reflecting attention to community needs that include basic assistance. Arts and higher education show up in grants to Memorial Art Gallery at the University of Rochester and to University of Rochester Gifts & Donor Records for scholarships and named funds.
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Most grants fall between $8K and $21K, with a median of $11K.
25th Percentile
$8K
Median
$11K
75th Percentile
$21K
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Typical awards cluster around five figures: the 25th percentile is $7,500, the median is $10,600, and the 75th percentile is $21,116. Recent grantmaking includes both large institutional grants and smaller community awards, with a strong preference for unrestricted or general support across many recipients. The recent list shows repeat support to the same organizations across multiple years, including Climate Solutions Accelerator of the Genesee-Finger Lakes Region, Humane Society of Greater Rochester, Center for Teen Empowerment, Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong, and Lifespan of Greater Rochester Inc. The foundation operates as a community foundation with donor-directed funds, advisory committee grants, and competitive opportunities, and at least some programs accept unsolicited requests.
Giving is highly concentrated in New York, with 87% of grants going to recipients in the HQ state and NY as the top state by grant count. Rochester is the main city in the recent list, with grants to Rochester Rotary Charitable Trusts, Climate Solutions Accelerator of the Genesee-Finger Lakes Region, Memorial Art Gallery at the University of Rochester, and Center for Teen Empowerment. Other New York locations include Buffalo, Fairport, East Amherst, Williamsville, and the Bronx. The recipient-country distribution is entirely domestic, with 350 grants to U.S. organizations.
Typical grants are modest but flexible: the 25th percentile is $7,500, the median is $10,600, and the 75th percentile is $21,116. Recent awards range from smaller community grants to a $500,000 grant for Build Promise.
No. The recent grants list shows repeat support to several organizations over multiple years, including Climate Solutions Accelerator of the Genesee-Finger Lakes Region, Humane Society of Greater Rochester, Center for Teen Empowerment, Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong, and Lifespan of Greater Rochester Inc.
Its programs and recent grants point to education, youth development, arts and culture, environmental justice and sustainability, historic preservation, racial equity, economic mobility, and aging. Recent awards also include health-related support, scholarships, and community assistance.
Yes. The geographic scope of giving is local, and 87% of grants go to recipients in New York. Recent recipients are concentrated in Rochester, with additional grants to Buffalo, Fairport, East Amherst, Williamsville, and the Bronx.
Yes. Several active grant opportunities accept unsolicited requests, including Advisory Committee Grants, Equity and Vitality Grants, Historic Preservation, Restoration, and Literature Fund, NIA – Neighbors in Action, Bullis Fund (Wayne County), Vitality Grants: Preserving Historical Assets, LGBT+ Giving Circle, John F. Wegman Fund, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Fund for Youth Sports, and Latino Giving Circle.
2026
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, fiscal year 2026.
Financiamiento actual y próximo de Rochester Area Community Foundation Depository al que tu organización sin fines de lucro podría postularse.
¿Quién puede postularse? Nonprofits supporting youth sports and recreation activities within Monroe County.
Fecha límite: The 2026 grant cycle is open through December 4, 2026.
¿Quién puede postularse? Applicants must be 501(c)(3) or 509(a)(1) organizations located in the greater Rochester area and serving women and/or girls in Monroe County. Private foundations are not eligible.
Fecha límite: Monday, March 1, 2027
¿Quién puede postularse? Organized groups of youth attending canoe-tripping camps in Algonquin Park. Funds may not be used for travel expenses.
Fecha límite: December 1-April 20 annually
¿Quién puede postularse? Youth programs that encourage being outdoors and/or benefit youth who may ultimately be interested in attending camp in Algonquin Park.
Fecha límite: December 1-April 20 annually
¿Quién puede postularse? Nonprofit organizations or projects selected through each collective giving group’s process.
Fecha límite: Varies by collective giving group; opportunities are described as available throughout the year.
¿Quién puede postularse? Eligible nonprofit applicants must meet the requirements of the specific quick-review opportunity.
Fecha límite: No set deadlines; applications are reviewed as received.
¿Quién puede postularse? Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations within ZIP code 14420. Projects must support the arts and offer broad benefit to residents and visitors.
Fecha límite: Rolling application; no deadline. Applications are reviewed in order received.
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Most recent grants reported to the IRS.
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLIMATE SOLUTIONS ACCELERATOR OF THE GENESEE-FINGER LAKES REGION | ROCHESTER, NY | $241,850 | 2026 | ENVIRONMENT |
| HUMANE SOCIETY OF GREATER ROCHESTER | FAIRPORT, NY | $181,650 | 2026 | ANIMALS |
| LANDMARK SOCIETY OF WESTERN NEW YORK | ROCHESTER, NY | $149,678 | 2026 | HISTORICAL |
| UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER JAMES P WILMOT CANCER CENTER | ROCHESTER, NY | $113,700 | 2026 | MEDICAL CARE |
| ROCHESTER PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA | ROCHESTER, NY | $78,525 | 2026 | MUSIC |
| PROLIFE ACROSS AMERICA | MINNEAPOLIS, MN | $78,230 | 2026 | WOMEN'S ISSUES |
| GENERAL ENDOWMENT FUND | ROCHESTER, NY | $78,230 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER GIFTS & DONOR RECORDS | ROCHESTER, NY | $75,818 | 2026 | HIGHER EDUCATION |
| JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER ROCHESTER | ROCHESTER, NY | $72,080 | 2026 | RELIGION |
| PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF CENTRAL AND WESTERN NEW YORK | ROCHESTER, NY | $62,455 | 2026 | HEALTH-GENL,PREV |
| UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER ADVANCEMENT | ROCHESTER, NY | $60,000 | 2026 | HIGHER EDUCATION |
| UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND | WASHINGTON, DC | $52,650 | 2026 | HIGHER EDUCATION |
| KENT SCHOOL | KENT, CT | $50,000 | 2026 | HIGHER EDUCATION |
| JACKSON HOLE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL | JACKSON, WY | $50,000 | 2026 | ARTS/CULT/HUMNTS |
| WILLIAM J O'CONNOR JR ARTS & EDUCATION FUND | ROCHESTER, NY | $50,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| THE FELTNER GROUP DAF FUND OF RACF | ROCHESTER, NY | $49,900 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| FRIENDLY SENIOR LIVING | ROCHESTER, NY | $33,450 | 2026 | RESIDENTIAL CARE |
| GOODWILL OF THE FINGER LAKES | ROCHESTER, NY | $32,150 | 2026 | CONT/ADULT ED |
| WXXI PUBLIC BROADCASTING COUNCIL | ROCHESTER, NY | $32,090 | 2026 | COMMUNICATIONS |
| ROB BROWN MEMORIAL FUND | ROCHESTER, NY | $29,799 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| SCOTT AND SUSAN MILLER FAMILY TRUST FUND OF RACF | ROCHESTER, NY | $29,550 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| UNITED WAY OF GREATER ROCHESTER AND THE FINGER LAKES | ROCHESTER, NY | $29,000 | 2026 | PHILANTHROPY |
| US SKI AND SNOWBOARD FOUNDATION | PARK CITY, UT | $28,000 | 2026 | REC/SPORTS/LEIS |
| GOLISANO CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL AT STRONG | ROCHESTER, NY | $27,700 | 2026 | MEDICAL CARE |
| MEMORIAL ART GALLERY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER | ROCHESTER, NY | $25,400 | 2026 | ARTS/CULT/HUMNTS |
| JOURNEYS OF SOLUTIONS | WEBSTER, NY | $25,150 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| MISS PORTER'S SCHOOL | FARMINGTON, CT | $25,000 | 2026 | EDUCTN/TRNG GENL |
| SUNY BROCKPORT FOUNDATION | BROCKPORT, NY | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| PRINCETON UNIVERSITY | PRINCETON, NJ | $25,000 | 2026 | HIGHER EDUCATION |
| ROBERTS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY | ROCHESTER, NY | $24,500 | 2026 | HIGHER EDUCATION |
| MCQUAID JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL | ROCHESTER, NY | $24,500 | 2026 | K - 12 EDUCATION |
| THE HARLEY SCHOOL | ROCHESTER, NY | $23,550 | 2026 | K - 12 EDUCATION |
| GEVA THEATRE CENTER | ROCHESTER, NY | $22,750 | 2026 | PERFORMING ARTS |
| FOODLINK INC | ROCHESTER, NY | $22,200 | 2026 | FOOD, NUTRITION |
| CRACKER BOX PALACE INC | ALTON, NY | $21,500 | 2026 | ANIMALS |
| MK GANDHI INSTITUTE FOR NONVIOLENCE | ROCHESTER, NY | $20,900 | 2026 | ADVCY/CVL RGHTS |
| DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS USANY | HAGERSTOWN, MD | $20,750 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| FINGER LAKES LAND TRUST | ITHACA, NY | $19,950 | 2026 | ENVIRONMENT |
| OPEN DOOR MISSION INC | ROCHESTER, NY | $19,100 | 2026 | HOMELESS |
| JEWISH SENIOR LIFE FOUNDATION | ROCHESTER, NY | $17,800 | 2026 | AGING |
| PHILLIPS COLLECTION | WASHINGTON, DC | $17,500 | 2026 | ARTS/CULT/HUMNTS |
| THE CENTER FOR YOUTH | ROCHESTER, NY | $16,950 | 2026 | CHILD/YOUTH DEV |
| ST MICHAEL'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH | GENESEO, NY | $16,500 | 2026 | RELIGION |
| UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI FOUNDATION | CINCINNATI, OH | $16,250 | 2026 | HIGHER EDUCATION |
| ROCHESTER CHILDFIRST NETWORK | ROCHESTER, NY | $16,000 | 2026 | EARLY CHILD ED |
| ROCHESTER ROTARY CHARITABLE TRUSTS | ROCHESTER, NY | $15,500 | 2026 | DISABILITIES |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY | ROCHESTER, NY | $15,240 | 2026 | RELIGION |
| ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FOUNDATIONS | ROCHESTER, NY | $15,000 | 2026 | MEDICAL CARE |
| BUFFALO AKG ART MUSEUM | BUFFALO, NY | $15,000 | 2026 | ARTS/CULT/HUMNTS |
| CENTER FOR KASHMIR | WILLIAMSVILLE, NY | $15,000 | 2026 | ARTS/CULT/HUMNTS |
ENVIRONMENT
LANDMARK SOCIETY OF WESTERN NEW YORK
$149,678HISTORICAL
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER JAMES P WILMOT CANCER CENTER
$113,700MEDICAL CARE
WOMEN'S ISSUES
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER GIFTS & DONOR RECORDS
$75,818HIGHER EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER ADVANCEMENT
$60,000HIGHER EDUCATION
KENT SCHOOL
$50,000HIGHER EDUCATION
JACKSON HOLE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
$50,000ARTS/CULT/HUMNTS
FRIENDLY SENIOR LIVING
$33,450RESIDENTIAL CARE
WXXI PUBLIC BROADCASTING COUNCIL
$32,090COMMUNICATIONS
ROB BROWN MEMORIAL FUND
$29,799GENERAL SUPPORT
GOLISANO CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL AT STRONG
$27,700MEDICAL CARE
MEMORIAL ART GALLERY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
$25,400ARTS/CULT/HUMNTS
JOURNEYS OF SOLUTIONS
$25,150GENERAL SUPPORT
MISS PORTER'S SCHOOL
$25,000EDUCTN/TRNG GENL
ROBERTS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
$24,500HIGHER EDUCATION
MCQUAID JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL
$24,500K - 12 EDUCATION
CRACKER BOX PALACE INC
$21,500ANIMALS
MK GANDHI INSTITUTE FOR NONVIOLENCE
$20,900ADVCY/CVL RGHTS
OPEN DOOR MISSION INC
$19,100HOMELESS
PHILLIPS COLLECTION
$17,500ARTS/CULT/HUMNTS
ST MICHAEL'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
$16,500RELIGION
OUR LADY OF VICTORY
$15,240RELIGION
CENTER FOR KASHMIR
$15,000ARTS/CULT/HUMNTS