Building a Healthier Region

Centered in equity, the Greater Rochester Health Foundation is on a mission to pursue and invest in solutions that build a healthier region where all people can thrive.

The Health Foundation is a private, self-endowed nonprofit grantmaking organization committed to making a difference across communities in the Greater Rochester Region.

Grantee Spotlights

Uplifting the meaningful work being done to build a healthier region where all people can thrive

News

Greater Rochester Health Foundation – June 2026

Our June2026 newsletter is out, with our Grantee Spotlight shining on Project STEPS as they celebrate 13 years of uplifting community-led change to improve neighborhood health in Southern Seneca County!

Learning & Engagement Opportunities this month include an evening of health, healing, and Indigenous Knowledge with Gary Farmer, Celebrating a milestone with RACF’s LGBT+ Giving Circle, and building organizational resilience with Causewave Community Partners!

As always, check out new grant opportunities, and explore many community events happening across the region.

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Greater Rochester Health Foundation – May 2026

Our May 2026 newsletter is out, with our Grantee Spotlight shining on WNY Independent Living’s Independent Youth Living Project which is expanding access to family-centered services for youth with disabilities and their caregivers across Genesee, Orleans, and Wyoming Counties. 

Learning Opportunities this month include an in-person half-day wellness event for caregivers of individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities with the Strong Center for Developmental Disabilities and resources for Women’s Health Week. 

As always, check out new grant opportunities, and explore many community events happening across the region.

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Greater Rochester Health Foundation – April 2026

Our April 2026 newsletter is out, with a reminder that latest funding opportunity, Call for Ideas, closes next week. We’re also highlighting grantee updates in neighborhood development, parent leadership training, and announcing staff updates. As always, check out new grant opportunities, and explore many community events happening across the region.

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