Building a Healthier Region

Our October newsletter is out — full of stories, reflections and opportunities to connect across the Greater Rochester region.

This month, we’re highlighting the work of the Indigenous Peoples’ Day Committee, Unspoken Elephants Inc., Healthy & Equitable Futures partners, New York Funders Alliance, Hispanics in Philanthropy, New York Health Foundation, Rochester Spinal Association, the Strong Center for Developmental Disabilities, Urban League of Rochester, and many more!

We’re also sharing funding opportunities and resources from the Community Health Improvement Workgroup, Rochester Area Community Foundation, and Causewave Community Partners.

Our September newsletter is out and our Grantee Spotlight shines on our partners at Rochester Spinal Association as they celebrate 35 years of community impact! We’re also highlighting the work of Mentors Inspiring Boys & Girls following a recent visit from Governor Hochul.

Plus — in our Learning & Engagement section: an opportunity for non-profit leaders to reflect and build practical skills for navigating pressure with Coordinated Care Services, Inc.; a conference on family wellness with the Monroe County Family Coalition; and, an Autism and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Conference with Strong Center for Developmental Disabilities.

Our 2025 Annual Highlights report celebrates the strength, creativity, and commitment of the organizations and communities working to build healthier communities across our region. Amid significant challenges and uncertainty, our partners adapted, strengthened collaborations, and continued to meet community needs.

Explore stories of community-driven solutions advancing food access, housing, health care, maternal health, racial health equity, rural health, and more—including a mini-documentary celebrating more than a decade of resident-led action through our Neighborhood Health Status Improvement initiative.