Assisting Non-Profits: General Grant Over $1000

The Community Foundation of Greater Rochester offers grants over $1000 to support nonprofit organizations in the Greater Rochester area. With over 35 years of experience, the Foundation funds various initiatives including social services, health, education, and the arts. It aims to connect donors with meaningful causes and enhance community quality of life. Grant applications are open to tax-exempt organizations, while political campaigns are excluded from funding consideration.

NOTE: Grant seekers are encouraged to email an informal inquiry. If the proposal meets the Foundation’s criteria and funding capability, applicants will be invited to submit a grant application.
Supporting the Work of Nonprofits in the Greater Rochester Area
The Community Foundation of Greater Rochester is uniquely positioned to support the crucial work of local nonprofits through grants as well as support services.
Grantmaking is the heart of the Community Foundation’s work enhancing the quality of life in the Greater Rochester area. The Foundation relies on more than 35 years of community service and expertise in effective philanthropy to assess community needs and funding opportunities.
The Foundation awards grants throughout the calendar year to nonprofit organizations for many charitable purposes, programs and projects in areas including social services, food insecurity, health, education, development, training, the environment, trails, recreation, the arts and youth. The Foundation strives to link people who care with causes that matter.
While some donors retain the right to recommend grants via a Donor Advised Fund, other donors make unrestricted contributions that allow the Foundation’s Board of Trustees discretion to make grants for community needs.
For all grantmaking the Foundation assesses community needs and seeks opportunities to support programs that deliver solutions and enhance quality of life. It provides ongoing dependable resources for local nonprofits and by pooling contributions it can award more impactful grants ensuring that donors of all means – individuals, families and businesses – make long-lasting differences in their communities.

Eligibility

Applications for grants are accepted from tax-exempt, nonprofit organizations serving the Greater Rochester area.

Ineligibility

The Community Foundation does not support political campaigns or activities, so applicants from political organizations will not be considered.