THE MISSION of the Rochester Area Foundation is to strengthen community philanthropy by promoting responsible and informed giving and to assist donors in meeting their charitable objectives.
Our Foundation
THE FOUNDATION is dedicated to using its resources to improve the quality of life, promote greater equality of opportunities, and to develop effective methods to assist those in need in the greater Rochester area.
THE ROCHESTER AREA FOUNDATION makes grants in the fields of arts and culture, community development, education, human services and recreation.
"Many of my clients have realized their
philanthropic goals through the Rochester Area
Foundation. It is a resource I highly recommend for people
who want to make a lasting difference."
- Audited financial statements are available at the Rochester Area Foundation office.
- IRS Form 990 is available for review at the Rochester Area Foundation office.
Lifetime Giving
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to view some of our faithful benefactors.
Higher Standards
Rochester Area Foundation meets National Standards for operational
quality, donor service and accountability in the community foundation
sector.
The National Standards Seal pictured on this page indicates official
confirmation from the Council on Foundations that we have met the most
rigorous standards in philanthropy, affirming our commitment to
financial security, transparency and accountability. It says our
grantmaking includes an open, competitive process designed to
address the changing needs of our community. The National
Standards Seal also confirms our history of honoring donors'
wishes to support the arts, assist those in need, expand literacy,
protect children, advance education and meet countless other
community needs.
Since 2000, The National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations
Program in cooperation with the Council on Foundations has guided
community foundations in establishing legal, ethical and effective
operational practices that serve as blueprints for internal
development and benchmarks for external assessment. The 43
National Standards require Rochester Area Foundation to document
its policies in donor services, investment management, grantmaking
and administration. To receive confirmation of National
Standards compliance, Rochester Area Foundation submitted its
organizational and financial policies and procedures to a
rigorous peer review.
