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Rochester Area Community Foundation, in partnership with generous philanthropists and community partners, works to improve the quality of life for people who live and work in the eight-county region through its leadership and strategic grantmaking.
Our Mission: We empower donors and community partners to strengthen our region through philanthropy.
Our Vision: We lead boldly to realize a more equitable, inclusive, and vital region by:
Encouraging generosity and civic unity;
Addressing urgent and persistent challenges;
Engaging donors, nonprofits, and other advocates;
Escalating strategic responses and resources;
Elevating broad community voice; and
Inspiring positive, enduring community change.
Known as the steward of charitable funds and endowments, the Community Foundation connects donors with the region’s current and evolving needs. As a leading grantmaker, the Foundation is focused on two broad goals:
Creating an Equitable Community: Working to close the academic achievement and opportunity gaps, fostering racial and ethnic understanding and equity, and partnering against poverty to help neighbors in need.
Strengthening Our Region’s Vitality: Supporting vibrant and diverse arts and cultural offerings, preserving our region’s rich historical assets, and promoting successful aging.