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If we agree that the idea of [email protected] government funds, many longstand- “gifts from donors” come without Reporter ing nonprofits are placing more and the expectation of Denise M. Champagne more emphasis on seeking new return, we should- ext. 13107 donors. n’t be surprised [email protected] But humor me for a moment. when a few addi- Reporter What is a donation? A common def- tional things come Mike Murphy inition might be “a gift given with- to pass. ext. 13105 out expectation of return.” Except • Donors have [email protected] maybe a “thank you” note. Or a tote all the power, with bag. nonprofits feeling DESIGN & PRODUCTION a lack of control What’s wrong with gifts? If we’re Production Artist of their destiny, lucky, we get them once or twice a By Todd Butler Eve Frohm year, largely from a few people who President and CEO struggling to find ext. 13108 have an emotional connection to us. Ad Council of ways to appeal [email protected] But it’s a good thing we don’t de- Rochester and connect. pend on those gifts to make the rent • Donors make ADVERTISING or put food on the table. No, the re- largely emotional decisions about Account Executive sources we need for those staples of their gifts, giving a huge advantage Shappelle Thompson life typically come to us because to nonprofits with the most charis- ext. 13104 someone is paying us to achieve matic fundraisers. [email protected] something, often between the hours • Because of these emotional de- of 9 and 5. These people, our em- cisions, donors are reluctant to DISTRIBUTION ployers, aren’t making an emotion- allow their gifts to fund the over- Rick Warner ally-driven gift to us every other head investments necessary to Friday. They are investing in our achieve outcomes. Group Publisher work, with a very tangible expecta- • The best program models don’t Mary Mélon tion of return. If they don’t think necessarily attract the funds they we’re delivering those results, they’ll Editorial content on these topics is published at need to achieve their outcomes. the discretion of The Daily Record. For informa- find another place to invest those • The nonprofit sector fails to de- tion, advertising or to submit articles, contact The dollars. It doesn’t even occur to us liver its potential value to the com- Daily Record, 16 W. Main St., Rochester, NY to ask an employer to make a bi- 14614, call us at (585) 232-6920 or fax to (585) munity it exists to serve. 232-2740. Reprints of this edition are also avail- weekly gift. That’s just not the nature Nonprofits don’t need more able by mailing a check or money order for $2 of the relationship. donors. What nonprofits need are per copy (to cover postage) to The Daily Record. But in the nonprofit world, this is The Daily Record welcomes your comments — by investors. People who are willing to mail, email or fax. very often what we do. “Please pay for outcomes they care about. Entire contents copyrighted ©2013 The Dolan give.” “Give ‘til it hurts.” “Become a When an individual invests in a Company. All rights reserved. Reproduction in donor.” “Make a charitable contri- whole or in part without written permission of the company, s/he is driven by the idea bution today.” publisher is expressly forbidden. This construct – where the implicit See DONORS page 2 n DONORS from page 1 for an allowance, I’d be willing to give her a few bucks a week. But if of expected returns. Companies more driven by results in all its she were to commit to keep her delivering the best returns attract programs. room clean, take care of the dog • Investors see the nonprofit as the most investment. Period. In- and the fish, and tidy up the vestors don’t care if the company more of an equal – a necessary garage on weekends, I’d be dig- invests 25 percent in overhead partner in achieving results, not a ging a lot deeper into my wallet, (the average for food and beverage gift recipient. and happily. The former is what I’ll industry), 35 percent (the average • Investors build a strong bond give because of my emotional for healthcare equipment or serv- with the organizations that give connection to her, and the latter is ices) or even approaching 50 per- them the opportunity to make the investment I’ll make in out- cent, as the software and services change happen. comes I care about. She can de- industry does. Investors don’t stop • Staff will be loyal and highly cide she’s happy with the small investing, as long as the promised motivated. After all, they got into returns are realized. this work because of a desire to resources that come as gifts, or she When nonprofits begin to think make meaningful change. can decide to fundamentally of their donors as investors in re- • The nonprofit’s brand is change the conversation, and sults, powerful forces can be set in strengthened, attracting more high change her fortunes. She may not motion to change the very nature quality staff, volunteers and in- believe it, but she’s in control of of the organization. vestors. her destiny. And so are our com- • The nonprofit itself will be If my daughter were to ask me munity’s nonprofits. Index of advertisers

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Corner of Exchange Boulevard and Broad Street (near the Democrat and Chronicle) Fitzhugh Street (near City Hall) Church Street (across from City Hall) Fitzhugh Street (near the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office) Hall of Justice, 99 Exchange Boulevard Corner of East Avenue and Chestnut Street (near Appellate Division, Fourth Dept.) www.rochesterwomenscare.com Academy for Career Development Inc. (585) 865-0360 1349 South Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 Purpose: Serves women involved with un- www.acdcareers.com planned pregnancies by providing accurate (585) 244-1430 information, emotional support, and neces- Purpose: A licensed vocational school that 100 Groton Parkway Inc. sary resources. provides educational and community services 100 Groton Pkwy, Rochester, N.Y. 14623 and programs for disabled and disadvan- Purpose: Provide nonresidential facilities to taged adults and children. not-for-proﬁt organizations to assist in the AACE International habilitative and rehabilitative development 300 Trolley Blvd., Rochester, N.Y. 14606 of mentally handicapped individuals. www.aacei.org ACT – Against Crime Together (800) 858-2678, (304) 296-8444 210 Maplewood Dr., Rochester, N.Y. 14615 19th Ward Community Association Purpose: Pursues the advancement of cost of Rochester New York Inc. engineering. ACT Rochester 216 Thurston Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14619 500 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 www.19wca.org www.ACTRochester.org (585) 328-6571 ABC Abulay Foundation Inc. (585) 341-4361 Purpose: Promoting multi-ethnic neighbor- 550 E. Main St., Rochester, N.Y. 14604 Fax: (585) 271-4295 hoods. Ann Johnson, program director ABC Basset Hound Rescue, Inc. [email protected] 289 Recovery Inc. of New York Purpose: To change the culture of community 289 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 P.O. Box 272, Buffalo, N.Y. 14225 problem-solving and associated decision www.communitywishbook.com/ nybasset.org making through the use of credible, inde- 289RecoveryInc.html www.facebook.com/NYBasset pendent and timely data. This is accom- (585) 232-1908 All Bassets Cherished Basset Hound Rescue is plished when people learn about key issues, Purpose: Maintains a facility for recovering a nonproﬁt, all-volunteer organization. Our connect with others in the community and alcoholics and drug users. mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and place act to promote change. ACT Rochester pro- homeless basset hounds in loving, safe vides an objective assessment of our community’s performance on key indicators of homes, thereby improving the lives of both well-being as well as highlights racial and 40&1 Youth Baseball Association Inc. the dog and the adoptive household. We help ethnic disparities that exist in our region. P.O. Box 60281, Rochester, N.Y. 14606 approx 100 homeless bassets a year! Purpose: Providing youth baseball and soft- The website creates a “one stop shop” for ball teams, including Little League. data and analysis on issues like health, children and youth, education and the economy. Abundant Life Faith Ministry The website contains 12 topic areas, and over P.O. Box 67479, Rochester, N.Y. 14617 100 indicators for seven counties as well as 657 Corporation (585) 663-6130 657 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 links to more than 300 community initiatives Purpose: Holds real estate for a tax-exempt and resources. ACT Rochester is a collabora- museum. tion of the Rochester Area Community Foun- Abundant Life Ministries Inc. dation and the United Way of Greater 175 Carter St., Rochester, N.Y. 14621 Rochester. (585) 266-3320

Action for a Better Community Inc. ABVI-Goodwill Industries of Greater 550 E. Main St., Rochester, N.Y. 14604 A&C DiMarzo Family Foundation Rochester Inc. www.ABCinfo.org 11 Pine Acres Dr., Rochester, N.Y. 14618 422 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 (585) 325-5116 www.abvi-goodwill.org Our Mission: To promote and provide (585) 232-1111 opportunities for low-income individuals and A Magical Journey Thru Stages Inc. (585) 232-1698 TTY families to become self-sufficient. The Auditorium Center, 3rd Floor, Ste. 380, [email protected] 875 E. Main St., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 Mission: To prepare and empower people www.mjtstages.com who are blind or visually impaired to be self- Acts of Kindness in Action Inc. (585) 935-7173 sufficient and contribute to their families and P.O. Box 19354, Rochester, N.Y. 14619 Purpose: An ensemble group which produces communities. and performs shows as fundraising events for not-for-profit organizations. Ad Hoc Academic Medical Center 28 Lawn St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 Consortium Inc. www.adhoc-music.org A Women’s Care Center Inc. 3445 Winton Place, Ste. 222, Rochester, N.Y. (585) 454-3878 3252 Lake Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14612 14623 [email protected] Ad Hoc is a musical ensemble based in Purpose: Emphasizes the ethical, non-contro- Afrikumba Dance and Drum Inc. Rochester that plays mostly, but not exclu- versial nature of adult stem cell research and 253 Alexander St., Apt. 96, Rochester, N.Y. sively, classical music, and it aims to meet treatment and collaborates with other organ- 14607 two needs. First, it gives early-career musi- izations to promote the development of (585) 455-9621 cians a chance to play great music with their adult stem cell therapies. Purpose: Promotes artistic excellence and self peers and get some important musical expe- awareness in youth populations using traditional global forms of movement and rhythm. rience. Secondly, Ad Hoc presents concerts that are accessible in more ways than one — Advantage Federal Credit Union by making concert tickets free to the public, P.O. Box 14440, Rochester, N.Y. 14614 www.advantagefcu.org Agape Counseling Associates Inc. by creating unique, meaningful educational (585) 454.5900 1598 Penfield Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14625 programs, and by designing our programs to Purpose: Provides locally owned financial www.agaperoc.org be smart, but also comfortable and user- services. (585) 385-6030 friendly. We try to be a lab for new concert Purpose: Provides professional couseling ideas, something we think is a win-win for services to local churches and Christian or- audiences and musicians. Advertising Council of Rochester Inc. ganizations. 274 N. Goodman St., Ste B269, Rochester, N.Y. 14607 Ahead Energy Corp. of New York Ada Carr Trust 307002860 www.adcouncilroch.org P.O. Box 31412, Rochester, N.Y. 14603 206 Gavett Hall, Rochester, N.Y. 14627 (585) 442-0200 www.aheadenergy.org Purpose: Provides professional marketing (585) 275-7429 communications support to nonprofit agen- Purpose: Assists lower income countries in Adirondack Community Foundation cies addressing community needs. Inc. developing and optimizing their energy re- P.O. Box 1051, Rochester, N.Y. 14603 sources in an environmentally conscientious and contextually relevant manner. Advocacy Center for Abused Deaf Victims of Monroe County – ASADV Adonai Community Fellowship Inc. P.O. Box 20023, Rochester, N.Y. 14602 Akoma P.O. Box 90569, Rochester, N.Y. 14609 www.asadv.org www.adonaimin.org P.O. Box 19627, Rochester, N.Y. 14619 (585) 381-9389 (585) 454-2640 (585) 234-6860 Purpose: A multi-cultural church committed Purpose: Provides support for deaf and hard Purpose: African-American women’s gospel to be a catalyst of change in the lives of indi- of hearing adults and their children who are choir. viduals for the crucial needs of the inner-city or have been victims of domestic violence community by providing a holistic approach and or sexual assault. to ministry through discipleship, evangelism, Al Sigl Community of Agencies outreach, youth services, counseling, and 1000 Elmwood Ave., Ste. 300, Rochester, N.Y. more. The Advocacy Center Inc. 14620-3098 590 South Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 www.alsigl.org www.advocacycenter.com (585) 442-4100 Adopt-A-Firehouse Foundation Inc. www.specialedparentcenter.org Fax (585) 442-7573 142 Cooper Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14617 (585) 546-1700 Sandra J. Robinson 1 (800) 650-4967 Al Sigl Community of Agencies is a collabora- Fax (585) 546-7069 tive community network of independent Allyn Stelljes, Interim Executive Director human service agencies that serve tens of Adopt Charity as a Child [email protected] thousands of children and adults with dis- in Your Will Inc. The Advocacy Center empowers individuals abilities® and special needs in our commu- 10 Selden St., Apt. 1, Rochester, N.Y. 14605 with disabilities and their families to advo- nity each year. Al Sigl Member Agencies cate for themselves and realize their personal include: CP Rochester, Epilepsy-Pralid, Med- goals. Together we build strong, inclusive ical Motor Service, National Multiple Sclerosis Adoption Action Network Inc. communities, by increasing the ability of Society-Upstate New York Chapter, Rochester 595 Blossom Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14610 community members to support and value Hearing and Speech Center and Rochester Re- Children Awaiting Parents all individuals. www.capbook.org habilitation. For more information or to learn (585) 232-5110 about upcoming volunteer opportunities, in- Purpose: Shares foster care and adoption in- Aesthetic Education Institute Inc. cluding events like the Al Sigl Community formation with agencies. 494 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 WalkAbout, please visit www.alsigl.org or call Purpose: Provides student involvement in the (585) 442-4102, ext. 8943. arts. Adult Stem Cell Initiative Inc. 100 Sagamore Dr., Rochester, N.Y. 14617 All About You Home Care, Inc. c/o Bruce Zicari African American Youth 497 State St., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 www.adultstemcellinitiative.org Cultural Development Inc. www.aayhc.org (585) 226-2266 62 Redwood Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14615 (585) 697-1600 Fax (585) 697-1609 Alzheimer’s Association, Rochester & The American Heart Association is the na- Contact: Michael P. Dunn, MS, administrator Finger Lakes Chapter tion’s oldest, largest voluntary organization [email protected] 435 E. Henrietta Road, Rochester, N.Y. 14620 devoted to fighting cardiovascular diseases Facebook: www.facebook.com/AAYHC www.alz.org/rochesterny and stroke. Our mission is to build healthier Twitter: twitter.com/AAY_NY (585) 760-5400 lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and All About You Home Care, Inc. is a Licensed 1 (800) 272-3900 stroke. That single purpose drives all we do. Home Care Service Agency that specializes in David Midland, president/CEO The need for our work is beyond question. providing services through the NYS Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and the Nursing Home The Alzheimer's Association is the leading, Transition and Diversion (NHTD) waivers. AAY global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care and support, and the largest The American Institute of Architects provides services that are paid for by insur- — Rochester Chapter ance companies, long-term care and private private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's re- 205 St. Paul St., First Floor, Rochester, N.Y. pay. AAY also has contracts with Managed search. Our mission is to eliminate 14604 Care Organizations (MCOs) to provide aide Alzheimer’s disease through the advance- www.aiaroch.org level care. We are currently liscensed in Mon- ment of research; to provide and enhance (585) 232-7650 roe and 10 surrounding counties. care and support for all affected; and to re- Linda B. Hewitt, executive director duce the risk of dementia through the pro- AIA Rochester is a nonprofit association of ar- motion of brain health. Allergy Advocacy Association chitects. Our mission is to promote the pro- 97 Bev Circle, Brockport, N.Y. 14420-1236 fession and practice of architecture in the Greater Rochester Area. AIA Rochester is dedi- www.allergyadvocacyassociation.org American Cancer Society (585) 319-6848 cated to providing its members opportunities 1120 Goodman St. South, Rochester, N.Y. Fax (585) 395-1859 for professional advancement, community in- 14620 Jon Terry, jonterry@allergyadvocacyassocia- volvement, and promoting design excellence www.cancer.org tion.org in the built environment. The mission of the Allergy Advocacy Associ- 1 (800) 227-2345 ation is to help inform, educate and raise Purpose: The American Cancer Society saves awareness of the public at large and at-risk lives and creates a world with more birthdays American Legion individuals to allergies and anaphylaxis. by helping you stay well, helping you get — Ely Fagan Post 1151 Anaphylaxis is a potentially dangerous aller- well, by finding cures, and by fighting back. 260 Middle Rd., Henrietta, N.Y. 14467 gic reaction that might threaten a person’s Our Hope Lodge Hospitality House provides (585) 334-8228 life. Anyone can become a victim of ana- free, temporary lodging in a supportive envi- Purpose: Promotes American ideals and phylaxis after they have been exposed once ronment to cancer, trauma and organ trans- serves the community. before to any particular allergen. Any subse- plant patients who must travel at least 40 quent exposure can be dangerous. Our asso- miles to Rochester for treatment. ciation will act as a Web-based clearing American Red Cross house for information on the dangers of Finger Lakes/WNY Regions untreated allergic reactions and anaphylac- American Diabetes Association Greater Rochester Chapter tic shock. We will act as an open public 160 Allens Creek Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 50 Prince St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 forum for new ideas and the latest innova- www.diabetes.org (585) 241-4400; TTY (585) 241-4464 tion for treatment of these illnesses. We will (585) 458-3040 www.redcross.org/rochester seek a leadership role in shaping the direc- Travis Heider, executive director upstate NY Nancy M. Blaschak, regional CEO tion of public advocacy on related issues Purpose: To prevent and cure diabetes and The American Red Cross, through its strong and initiatives in the fields of medicine, to improve the lives of all people affected by network of volunteers, donors and partners, treatment and legislation. diabetes. We lead the fight against the deadly is always there in times of need. We aspire consequences of diabetes and fight for those to turn compassion into action so that all affected by diabetes. We fund research to pre- people affected by disaster across the coun- Alternatives for Battered Women Inc. vent, cure and manage diabetes. We deliver try and around the world receive care, shel- P.O. Box 39601, Rochester, N.Y. 14604 services to hundreds of communities. We pro- ter and hope; our communities are ready www.abwrochester.org vide objective and credible information. We and prepared for disasters; everyone in our (585) 232-7353 give voice to those denied their rights be- country has access to safe, lifesaving blood Purpose: Provides emergency shelter to and blood products; all members of our women and children who are victims of do- cause of diabetes. armed services and their families find sup- mestic violence with supporting programs for both residential and non-residential clients, port and comfort whenever needed; and in such as, court advocates, CPS/DV advocates, American Heart Association an emergency, there are always trained indi- brief one-on-one counseling, support groups American Stroke Association viduals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross and prevention education. ABW’s mission: 25 Circle Street, Suite 102 skills to save lives. We provide disaster relief, Alternatives for Battered Women exists to en- Rochester, New York 14607 disaster preparedness education, health & hance the quality of life and empower indi- www.heart.org/rochesterny safety training, services to armed forces and viduals affected by, or at risk of, domestic (585) 697-6270 youth development programs across the Fin- violence. Twitter: @HeartROC ger Lakes and Western Region. American Red Cross Blood Services developmental disabilities and their families www.rochesterasianhistory.org 825 John St., W. Henrietta, N.Y. 14586 in the Rochester community for over 50 years. (585) 724-9388 (585) 760-5555 The Arc works to enhance the quality of life Purpose: Honors Asian/Pacific-Islander/Amer- and self-esteem of individuals in our pro- ican cultural heritage in Greater Rochester by promoting A/P/A history and increasing A/P/A grams, providing them with meaningful social community involvement. Amitabha Foundation development, supported employment, resi- 11 South Goodman St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 dential community living and enrichment op- www.amitabhafoundation.us portunities. The Association for Women in (585) 461-1986 (Center) Communications — Rochester Chapter (585) 261-7094 (Cell) P.O. Box 18373, Rochester, N.Y. 14618 The mission of the Amitabha Foundation is to The Arc Foundation of Monroe www.awc-rochester.org establish and maintain a center through 2060 Brighton-Henrietta Townline Rd., (585) 234-2807 which interested individuals can promote the Rochester, N.Y. 14623 Yvonne DiVita, president survival and prosperity of Tibetan culture; www.arcmonroe.org Purpose: The Association for Women in Com- provide humanitarian relief to Tibetans (585) 672-2228 munications is a community of professional worldwide; learn about Tibetan art, language, Steve Chartrand, CEO writers, editors, journalists and broadcasters philosophy and rituals; and study and prac- The Arc Foundation of Monroe County raises providing educational programs, career de- tice Tibetan Buddhism. and manages funds to enhance the quality of velopment opportunities, and mentoring to life for program participants of The Arc of colleagues and students. Monroe. A variety of fundraising efforts pro- Anthony L. Jordan Health Center vide financial support for our varied pro- 82 Holland St., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 grams. Association of Fundraising JordanHealth.org Professionals (AFP) (585) 423-5800 Genesee Valley Chapter Armory Community Alliance Inc. Fax: (585) 423-2806 P.O. Box 425, Spencerport, N.Y. 14559-0425 900 E. Main St., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 www.afpgv.org Dr. Bridgette A. Wiefling, CEO www.rochestermainstreetarmory.com (585) 586-7810 bwiefl[email protected] (585) 232-3221 Anthony L. Jordan Health Center is a Feder- [email protected] [email protected] ally Qualified Health Center that provides af- Purpose: To plan, coordinate and mobilize re- The AFP Genesee Valley Chapter is a volun- fordable, prevention and primary care sources to build a vibrant community with a teer-based organization representing more than 200 fundraising professionals in the services to more than 30,000 patients at three progressive future. Greater Rochester region. Our mission is to comprehensive health centers and four med- advocate for philanthropy and to promote ical and dental suites throughout the City of Arlene Crockwell AIDS/HIV ethical and successful nonprofit development Rochester. Our health centers have expanded Prevention Fund by addressing the needs of diverse fundrais- and modernized to meet the needs of our di- 67 Wilson St., Ste 1s, Rochester, N.Y. 14605 ing professionals in our region. verse community. Jordan services include (585) 704-4955 The chapter is affiliated with an international adult, adolescent and pediatric primary care, Purpose: Help educate, fund and treat people association, which works to advance philan- living with AIDS, particularly people of color. obstetrics and gynecology, dentistry, optome- thropy through advocacy, research, education Services include funding for housing, food as- try, podiatry, behavioral health, Suboxone and certification programs. The association therapy, and HIV and Hepatitis C evaluation sistance from private donations, meals and housing. strives to enhance philanthropy and volun- and treatment. Our financial counselors help teerism through a series of programs de- patients by identifying options to cover the signed to benefit all those who lead, serve cost of healthcare including our sliding scale Arthritis Foundation and support nonprofit institutions. Our mem- fee, Medicare or Medicaid so no one goes 330 Monroe Ave., Ste 319, Rochester, N.Y. bers represent colleges, universities and sec- without care regardless of their ability to pay. 14618 ondary schools, hospitals and health care We have been accredited with the “gold seal www.arthritis.org facilities, social service and cultural agencies, of approval” by the Joint Commission on Ac- (585) 264-1480 and local charities. creditation of Healthcare Organizations since 2000 and are a Level III Patient Centered Arts & Cultural Council Medical Home. for Greater Rochester Autism Up (formerly UNYFEAT) 277 N. Goodman St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 180 Linden Oaks Dr., Suite 250, Rochester, www.artsrochester.org N.Y. 14625 The Arc of Monroe County (585) 473-4000 www.autismup.org 2060 Brighton-Henrietta Townline Rd., Purpose: To develop, promote and strengthen (585) 248-9011 Rochester, N.Y. 14623 the cultural industry for the benefit of the Fax: (585) 248-9159 www.arcmonroe.org people of the Rochester region. Contact: Sarah Milko (585) 271-0660 [email protected] Barbara Wale, president and CEO Asian Pacific-Islander Association of To support individuals with autism spectrum The Arc of Monroe County has been providing Greater Rochester disorder and their families by expanding and a variety of programs and services for over American History Project enhancing opportunities to improve quality 3,500 individuals with intellectual and other P.O. Box 10503, Rochester, N.Y. 14610 of life.

natives to abortion. With kindness, respect Founded in 1976, BOA Editions publishes and personal attention to each unique situa- contemporary poetry and fiction, with a tion, we offer friendship throughout preg- mission of fostering readership of and ap- nancy and beyond birth. Free and preciation for contemporary literature. confidential. Many of our poets have won national and The B. Thomas Golisano Foundation international awards, including the Pulitzer c/o Fishers Asset Mgmt. Prize and the National Book Award. Rev- 1 Fishers Rd., Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing enue from book sales provides 40 percent of www.golisanofoundation.org Foundation Inc. (Sheen Housing) our budget, but donations from individuals (585) 340-1203 935 East Ave., Suite 300, Rochester, N.Y. and private foundations are vital to allow us Purpose: The Golisano Foundation serves as a 14607 to uncover new literary talent, publish proactive partner with service providers, or- www.SheenHousing.org award-winning books, and keep our estab- ganizations and the community to enable (585) 461-4263 lished authors in print. those with developmental disabilities to Allynn Smith, executive director more fully participate in the life of the com- Sheen Housing is a not-for-profit corporation Borinquen Dance Theatre Inc. munity and create an environment of dignity that provides safe, decent, affordable housing for very low to moderate income individuals, P.O. Box 10493, Rochester, N.Y. 14610 and care for individuals with developmental families, seniors, veterans and persons living www.BorinquenDance.org disabilities and their families. with disabilities in order to promote their self (585) 787-0087 worth and dignity. This is done through the Nydia Padilla Rodriguez, president and Bach Children’s Chorus (Rochester) Home Repair program, which provides home artistic director www.bachkidsusa.org repair funds for health and safety repairs to [email protected] (585) 582-3082 owner-occupied housing; through the Home Mission: Borinquen Dance Theatre Inc. uses Chorus Manager, Ownership program, which provides housing the study and performance of Puerto Rican [email protected] counseling, education and financial assistance folkloric and Latin contemporary dance to Founded by its current director, Karla in the form of a closing cost loan for first time foster emotional and physical well-being; Krogstad, in 1989, the BCC maintains a very homebuyers; and through our Housing Devel- and to build self-esteem, confidence, matu- busy performance schedule. The children opment program, which facilitates and cre- rity and a dedicated work ethic in Latino sing with numerous organizations in the ates affordable rental opportunities. youth in Rochester. Borinquen Dance Theatre Rochester area, including the Rochester Phil- is available throughout New York State for harmonic Orchestra and the Rochester Cham- workshops, residencies and public perform- ber Orchestra. Bivona Child Advocacy Center ances. 275 Lake Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 www.BivonaCAC.org Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater (585) 935-7800 Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester Rochester Fax (585) 935-7804 840 University Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 37 South Washington St., Rochester, New York New York State Child Abuse Hotline: 1 (800) www.bccr.org 14614 342-3720 (585) 473-8177 www.bbbsr.org Monroe County Child Abuse Hotline: (585) Fax (585) 473-7689 (585) 442-2250 461-5690 [email protected] [email protected] Tina Christensen Mission: The Breast Cancer Coalition of The mission of Bivona Child Advocacy Center Rochester’s mission is to provide support to is to coordinate and provide services and sup- those touched by a diagnosis of breast can- Bethany House port to meet the needs of child victims of cer, to make access to information and care a 1111 Joseph Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14621 sexual or physical abuse and their families at priority through education and advocacy and (585) 454-4197 a single and safe, child-friendly facility. The Purpose: A Catholic Worker House of center is committed to reducing trauma, fos- to empower women and men to participate Hospitality that serves homeless women and tering healing and advocating on behalf of fully in decisions relating to breast cancer. children. child victims of sexual and physical abuse. We are the only agency in the Greater Rochester community to provide these serv- Brickstone — Contemporary Living Birthright of Rochester Inc. ices. Bivona has evaluated and provided serv- by St. John's P.O. Box 18473, Rochester, N.Y. 14618-0473 ices and treatment to more than 8,700 8 Brickstone Cir., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 www.birthright.org children in our first 8 years. Bivona is a www.brickstone.org 4 locations: 501(c)(3) corporation (585) 271-1000 Brighton/Pittsford (585) 385-2100 Dawn Rivera, community representative Rochester/Gates (585) 328-8700 Brickstone is the latest expression of St. Geneseo satellite (585) 243-0419 BOA Editions Ltd. John's commitment to embrace living. It of- 24 hour hotline: 1 (800) 550-4900 250 N. Goodman St., Ste. 306, Rochester, N.Y. fers a lifestyle choice for active, independent An international pregnancy support service, 14607 older adults. The rental community offers our chapter has served the Rochester area www.boaeditions.org apartments, town homes and bungalows since 1971. Birthright fosters love and respect (585) 546-3410 with distinctive design features and finishes. for both the mother and baby, offering alter- Glenn William, board chairman No entrance fee. Bridges For Brain Injury museum’s collection. The building is also Camp Good Days and 5760 Duke of Gloucester Way, Farmington, home to the Historical Society's Research Li- Special Times Inc. N.Y. 14425 brary, whose inventory includes 20,000 Headquarters & Volunteer Training Center www.bridgesforbraininjury.org books, 200,000 photographs and 2,000 man- 1332 Pittsford-Mendon Rd., P.O. Box 665, (585) 396-0070 uscript collections, and our beloved gift shop, Mendon, N.Y. 14506 Laura Donaldson, executive director with a wide range of regionally related items. www.campgooddays.org Mission: To guide individuals with a trau- (585) 624-5555 / 1 (800) 785-2135 matic brain injury, disabilities and their fami- Fax (585) 624-5799 Business Development Solutions Inc. lies, by “bridging the gap” between surviving www.facebook.com/CampGoodDays 189 N. Water St., L220, Rochester, N.Y. 14604 and living lives of independence with dignity www.twitter.com/CampGoodDays www.BizRochester.org and hope. We provide home- and commu- (585) 342-6510 www.YouTube.com/CampGoodDays79 nity-based rehabilitative services for adult Pamela R Dodge, executive director/founder [email protected] brain injury survivors and people with physi- Wendy Bleier-Mervis, executive director cal disabilities within the Rochester, Finger Purpose: Camp Good Days and Special Times, Lakes and Southern Tier regions of New York. a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization founded in 1979, is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children, adults, and Brighton Rowing Club families whose lives have been touched by P.O. Box 18724, Rochester, N.Y. 14618 Cameron Community Ministries cancer and other life threatening challenges, 48 Cameron St., Rochester, N.Y. 14606 Brightoncrew.org through residential camping experiences and www.cameronministries.org [email protected] (585) 254-2697 year-round recreational and support activities Purpose: Brighton Rowing Club (BRC) is a Cindy Harper, executive director and programs. All of the programs and serv- community rowing and sculling club open to Purpose: Cameron Community Ministries Inc. ices provided by Camp Good Days are offered middle school and high school students at- is an ecumenical urban community center lo- free of charge for the participants, which is tending school in Brighton, or neighboring cated in Rochester’s Lyell-Otis Neighborhood, only possible because of the generosity of so school districts without rowing programs. Stu- which is an area of high poverty. Cameron pro- many individuals, organizations and busi- dents can participate in one or more seasons: vides programs for neighborhood residents nesses, and the success of special fundraising fall, winter (indoor) or spring. The BRC is a through volunteers and staff that give school- events. registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit and is not a age children and their families educational school-funded sport. and recreational experiences to build life-skills and positive values in a structured, safe and Camp Koinonia nurturing environment, meals to the hungry, 713 Ogden Parma Town Line Rd., Spencer- Brightstar German Shepherd Rescue and clothing to those in need. Cameron’s service to the neighborhood demonstrates respect port, N.Y. 14559 30 Wheatstone Circle, Fairport, N.Y. 14450 for the dignity of all persons. We are faith- www.campkoinoniany.org www.brightstargsd.org based, but do not proselytize. All are served. (585) 554-3092 (585) 293-0549 Purpose: Provides a camp environment for Purpose: Dedicated to saving the lives of Ger- family and personal renewal. man Shepherd dogs by helping them find Camp DayDreams Inc. homes. …where city kids summer camp & a whole lot more! Camp Smile 228 E. Main St., Ste. 200, Rochester, N.Y. c/o Webster Lions Club Buffalo History Museum 14604 P.O. Box 1052, Webster, N.Y. 14580 One Museum Court, Buffalo, N.Y. 14216 www.CampDayDreams.org www.campsmile.org www.buffalohistory.org www.DreamBigAuction.org (585) 234-5480 (716) 873-9644 (585) 461-2324 Purpose: Summer day camp for children who The Buffalo History Museum (known as the Fax (585) 271-8796 are blind or visually challenged. Pan Am Building to locals and staff) was the John McIntyre, founder & executive director only permanent building erected for the Pan- [email protected] American Exposition, Buffalo's international Our mission is to develop, challenge & em- Camp Stella Maris of Livonia fair attended by 8 million people during its power Rochester’s urban youth — to serve 4395 East Lake Rd., Livonia, N.Y. 14487 run from May to November 1901. It served as themselves, their families & our community www.campstellamaris.org the New York State Pavilion during that great as vibrant individuals & dynamic citizens. (585) 346-2243 event; it was always intended to become our Our year ‘round “Camp & Grow” program pro- Natalie Anderson, executive director home. The building, designed by George Cary, vides otherwise at-risk 8 to 15 year was designated a National Historic Landmark olds with recreational, social & educational [email protected] in 1987. Today the building holds our mu- opportunities which include: summer camp, Camp Stella Maris serves more than 2,400 seum exhibits. Highlighting the Historical So- monthly enrichment events, community in- children annually through its resident, day, ciety’s 150th Anniversary is “150th Origins & volvement, peer mentoring … and a whole family and off-season camping programs. Tra- Ever After,” a two-part exhibit: “Origins” is an lot more! 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For more information, contact LaTonya Johnson at (585) 232-6920 x13112 or [email protected] Cancer Wellness Connections Mission: CASA is a private, nonprofit organiza- Catholic Family Center 240 Kilbourn Road, Rochester, N.Y. 14618 tion whose mission is to train and supervise a 87 N. Clinton Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14604-1458 www.CancerWellnessConnections.org diverse group of volunteers to advocate for www.cfcrochester.org (585) 469.5727 children who have been abused and/or neg- (585) 262-7003 Betsy Twohig-Barrett, president lected. The only way CASA becomes involved Fax (585) 546-6396 [email protected] with a case is by assignment from a family Catholic Family Center is a fully accredited Bringing bright moments to treatment times court judge. provider of comprehensive, integrated family at Highland and Unity St. Mary's hospitals & services, provideing direct services to more Pluta Cancer Center; Cancer Wellness Connec- than 33,000 people each year. CFC serves all tions is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that CASH Coalition people, regardless of age, sex, religious affili- provides diversionary activities to people as The Hon. Michael A. Telesca Center for Justice ation or socioeconomic standing. Founded in they undergo chemotherapy. Services and 1 W. Main St., Suite 200, Rochester, N.Y. 14614 1917, the agency has more than 90 years ex- activities include: exercises led by a personal www.empirejustice.org/CASH perience in delivering critically necessary trainer, meditation and Reiki therapy, mani- (585) 454-6040 human services through more than 60 pro- cures, hearty snacks and gourmet soups, scarf CASH Coalition, led by Empire Justice Center grams in over 20 locations. demonstrations, soduko, crossword and word and the United Way of Greater Rochester, is a find puzzle books, knitting and crocheting community coalition providing opportunities lessons, crafts. Catholic Charities of Livingston County to workers with low incomes to get, keep and 10 Chapel St., Mt. Morris, N.Y. 14510 grow their money. CASH trains volunteers so www.aboutcclc.org provide financial coaching, tax preparation (585) 658-4466 Canine Working Companions Inc. assistance and asset building referrals to indi- Fax (585) 658-2513 [email protected] viduals and/or families who want to Catholic Charities of Livingston County is a (315) 656-3301 strengthen or improve their financial situa- 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency serving the poor, Louanne Smith, program director tions. Volunteers needed: Financial coaches, the working poor and the most vulnerable in Canine Working Companions is a 501(c)(3) tax preparers, asset advisors and front desk society by providing direct assistance, advo- nonprofit organization that breeds, raises, managers. cating for social and economic justice, and trains, and places service dogs, hearing dogs encouraging self-sufficiency through educa- and therapy dogs with people who have phys- tion and support. Among the services provided are emergency food, clothing, ical disabilities. We service all of New York, ex- Catholic Charities Community Services cept the Buffalo and NYC areas. furniture; emergency medical and prescrip- 1099 Jay St., Building J Rochester, N.Y. 14611 tion assistance; one-time utility and rent pay- www.cccsrochester.org ment assistance; emergency housing; (585) 339-9800 Cape Ability Outrigger Ohana Inc. transportation to medical appointments and Tracy H. Kroft, development director, ext. 305 home visits for the frail elderly and disabled. 560 Shore Dr., W. Henrietta, N.Y. 14586 Catholic Charities Community Services is a www.adaptivecanoeing.org 501(c)(3) nonprofit human service agency of- (585) 292-6107 fering case management, service coordina- Catholic Charities of Wayne County Purpose: Provides the opportunity for individ- tion and other support services to persons 1141 East Union St., Newark, N.Y. 14513 uals with disabilities to gain confidence and with developmental disabilities, traumatic www.ccwayne.org dignity through participation in paddle sports, (315) 331-4867 brain injury and those living with HIV/AIDS recreation and related educational programs. Fax (315) 331-4918 and other chronic illnesses. Additionally, serv- Timothy J. Sullivan, executive director ice coordination is offered through the NYS [email protected] Career Development Services Department of Health’s Nursing Home Tran- Catholic Charities of Wayne County serves all 150 State St., Rochester, N.Y. 14614 sition and Diversion Waiver to persons who people of Wayne County through the Com- www.careerdev.org are Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-eligible munity Clothing Center in Wolcott, food assis- (585) 244-0765 and are seniors (or those over the age of 18 tance through our food pantry and Food Purpose: Provides services including assess- with a disability) who are in jeopardy of nurs- Sense program, emergency financial assis- ments, counseling and coaching for individu- ing home placement but would prefer to live tance, counseling services for troubled youth als; transition services to meet outplacement independently in their own homes with and for individuals, couples and families, and the College Bound program for high school needs of both individuals and organizations; proper support services. and a wide range of corporate consulting juniors and seniors who would otherwise not All of the agency’s services are offered in the successfully enroll in college. services to promote retention and address 12-county area surrounding and south of other talent management issues. Rochester and are available to all those in need regardless of religious, social or eco- CDS Monarch CASA of Rochester/Monroe County nomic background. Founded in 1981 with (Continuing Developmental Services) Inc. one group home in Lyons, NY, the agency has 860 Hard Rd., Webster, N.Y. 14580 Hall of Justice, Room 332, 99 Exchange Blvd. grown to serve approximately 1,000 clients, www.cdsmonarch.org Rochester, N.Y. 14614-2115 many long-term, both living independently (585) 341-4600 www.casarochester.org in the community or in one of eleven com- Stephanie D. Buchbinder, (585) 347-1205 LaShunda Leslie-Smith, executive director munity residences. Purpose: CDS is a human service organization which supports 1,300 people with develop- Jeff Conrad, county director Center for Teen Empowerment mental disabilities in pursuit of their Binghamton Office: State Office Building, 44 392 Genesee St., Rochester, N.Y. 14611 personal dreams. Hawley St., Binghamton, N.Y. 13901 www.teenempowerment.org (607) 304-9986 (585) 697-3464 Katie Blaine, participant services coordinator United Way Donor Designation #2495 Center for Disability Rights Inc. The Center for Employment Opportunities Doug Ackley, director of Rochester programs 497 State St., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 (CEO) is dedicated to providing effective and [email protected] www.cdrnys.org comprehensive employment services to indi- Teen Empowerment’s Youth Organizing Ini- (585) 546-7510 viduals with recent criminal convictions. tiatives enable low-income youth to take Mission: The Center for Disability Rights (CDR) CEO's core program ensures that individuals meaningful action to improve their lives and works for the full civil rights, integration and returning home from incarceration are of- communities. TE hires young people as assets independence of all people with disabilities fered immediate, paid transitional employ- in their own neighborhood (14-20 years old) in the community. ment, full-time job placement services, job who do not necessarily see themselves as so- For over twenty years, CDR has been helping retention assistance and supports that can cial change agents and develops their skills as people help themselves. CDR focuses on help- help them turn their lives around. Please leaders (including public speaking, conflict ing people with all types of disabilities and contact us for further information. resolution, and group facilitation). These seniors live independently in the comfort and “youth organizers” identify, analyze, plan and safety of their own homes, as well as becom- Center for Environmental Information implement strategies that engage their peers. They utilize the arts and the best of youth ing integrated members of the community. 55 St. Paul St., Rochester, N.Y. 14604 culture (original theater, music, dance, hip We provide a variety of services which help www.ceinfo.org people with housing, employment, trans- (585) 262-2870 hop, poetry) to create energy and help di- portation, home care and other needs. The Danelle Giannini or Shirley Sherman verse audiences understand what youth en- key is that our services put you in control of The Center for Environmental Information dure, what they offer, and how to unite to your life. works for environmental protection and address root causes of violence, teen preg- sustainable use of New York’s Lake Ontario nancy, and other difficult issues. region. CEI is a nonprofit educational organi- Center for Dispute Settlement zation that sponsors the Lake Ontario Coastal Administrative and Monroe County Office Initiative, Rochester Community Action for a The Center for Youth 16 E. Main St., Ste. 800, Rochester, N.Y. 14614 Renewed Environment, Rochester/Finger 905 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 www.cdsadr.org Lakes Energy $mart Communities and the www.centerforyouth.net (585) 546-5110 or 1 (888) 329-5110 Rochester Green Business Network. (585) 473-2464 The Center for Dispute Settlement is a safe 24-hour hotline (585) 271-7670 place where individuals can come to discuss Contact: Donna Pritchard their most pressing and private family, work- Center for Governmental Purpose: The Center for Youth provides free, Research Inc. place or neighborhood issues. As one person confidential, respectful and accessible 1 S. Washington St., Ste. 400, Rochester, N.Y. stated after completing a mediation session, programs and services for youth throughout 14614 “I never would have believed it, but my rela- our community: counseling and crisis www.cgr.org tionship with my ex has been transformed. management; case management; prevention (585) 327-7070 We’re actually able to talk and make good co- education; emergency shelter; transitional Fax (888) 388-8521 living program; youth development and com- parenting decisions for the children we both Joseph Stefko, Ph.D., president & CEO love.” The center has been helping people munity service opportunities; workforce ini- [email protected] tiatives; Project Safe Place; street have difficult conversations in, eight counties, CGR helps governments, school districts and for nearly 40 years. While respecting the outreach; student support services and nonprofits address their financial and opera- alternatives to suspension. agency’s roots and history, the center is con- tional challenges, which are greater today tinually evolving to meet current and future than at any time in recent memory. CGR staff needs. Whatever has happened in the world bring expertise in all major issue areas: serv- Cephas Rochester/Peaceprints of conflict, The Center for Dispute Settlement ice delivery, efficiency, economics, education, Prison Ministries has seen it. Whatever is going to happen, the public finance, public safety, human services, P.O. Box 10254, Rochester, N.Y. 14609 center is prepared for it. health and more. The urgency that govern- (585) 760-9193 ments, districts and nonprofits face in provid- Mark Swail ing solutions to serious challenges increases The mission of Cephas Prison Groups is to Center for Employment Opportunities the need for — and the value of — objec- support individuals in prison and to initiate Rochester Office: 1150 University Ave., Suite tive, data-driven strategic counsel, hallmarks the process of transition. 8, Rochester, N.Y. 14607 of CGR’s work for almost 100 years. The chal- • Cephas has helped individuals to foster self- www.ceoworks.org lenges facing the communities where CGR worth and embrace the worth of others. (585) 957-9858 works know no boundaries, thus our counsel • Cephas programs are group focused. Victoria Simmons, county director has been sought not only across New York • The group facilitates open dialogue be- Buffalo Office: 170 Franklin St., 7th floor, Buf- but also in other states. CGR was founded in tween all present about the attitudes, beliefs falo, N.Y. 14202 1915 to serve the public interest and is non- and behaviors that are responsible for diffi- (716) 842-6320 profit, nonpartisan and independent. cult life situations. • Often critical factors are denied or undis- Organization Information Children Awaiting richment and faith-based advocacy and com- covered for years until they are brought to Parents Inc. (CAP) is a national, nonprofit munity service, including Church Women light in a Cephas group session. 501(c)(3) organization governed by a volun- United Choir, Task Force on Courts and Com- teer board of directors. For 41 years, we have munity Food Cupboard. been dedicated to finding adoptive homes for The Charles Finney School America's waiting children. CAP's mission is 2070 Five Mile Line Rd., Penfield, N.Y. 14526 to recruit foster and adoptive families across Classified Shredding Services www.finneyschool.org the United States for children who have been 425 Paul Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 (585) 387-3770 waiting the longest for a family. Our waiting www.ClassifiedShredding.com Fax: (585) 387-3771 children are often older, minorities, sibling (585) 756-2233 Contact: Tara Bator groups who wish to be placed together, or info@classifiedshredding.com admissions@finneyschool.org Classified Shredding Services, a division of K-12 Christian education. children with emotional, mental and/or physical disabilities — children who are typically Lifetime Assistance Inc., provides employ- categorized as "special needs" or "hardest to ment opportunities to individuals with disabilities by providing secure document Charles Settlement House Inc. place.” destruction services to businesses, govern- 445 Jay St., Rochester, N.Y. 14611 ment agencies and municipalities throughout www.charlessettlementhouse.org Western New York state. (585) 328-5453 The Children’s Agenda Fax (585) 277-0839 1 South Washington St., Suite 400, Rochester, Scott Benjamin, president N.Y. 14607 [email protected] www.thechildrensagenda.org The Coalition to Prevent The mission of Charles Settlement House is to (585) 256-2620 Lead Poisoning help residents of Northwest Rochester access Larry Marx, executive director 1150 University Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 critical human services, and help each attain Jeff Kaczorowski, president & chief children’s www.letsmakeleadhistory.org personal growth, leading to sustainable self- advocate (585) 256-2267, ext. 5 sufficiency; to assist community development Purpose: Promotes research-based change for Fax (585) 461-0997 for safe, secure and vibrant neighborhoods. the health and well-being of children in Mon- The Coalition to Prevent Lead Poisoning Our major program areas are youth develop- roe County. (CPLP) is a nonprofit education and advocacy ment, family services, senior center and organization composed of nearly 100 individ- neighborhood capacity building. uals and community organizations dedicated Children’s Institute to eliminating childhood lead poisoning in 274 N. Goodman St., Ste D103, Rochester, N.Y. Monroe County. Our mission is to provide 14607 Child Care Council Inc leadership and advocacy to empower the www.childrensinstitute.net 595 Blossom Rd., Ste. 120, Rochester, N.Y. community and its residents to prevent the (585) 295-1000 14610-1825 lead poisoning of children by creating an en- A. Dirk Hightower, executive director childcarecouncil.com vironment that is free of lead hazards, facili- Children’s Institute works to strengthen chil- (585) 654-4720 tates the creation of a system that protects dren’s social and emotional health. Through Fax (585) 654-4721 children, creates jobs and enhances property sound research and evaluation, we develop Barbara-Ann Mattle, CEO values. [email protected] and promote effective prevention and early Child Care Council Inc — comprehensive re- intervention programs, materials and best source and referral agency serving Rochester practices for children, families, schools and Colgate Rochester Crozer since 1971. Council mission — “Your premier communities. Divinity School resource” for anything and everything related 1100 S. Goodman St., Rochester, N.Y. 14620- to the education and care of young children. 2589 Services — educational programs for Chili Soccer Association Inc. www.crcds.edu providers, public and corporate referral and P.O. Box 109, N Chili, N.Y. 14514 (585) 340-9648 education services for parents, research and www.chilisoccer.org Tom McDade-Clay, director of development resources. (585) 732-8542 For nearly two centuries Colgate Rochester Purpose: Dedicated to promoting all levels of Crozer Divinity School has been preparing youth soccer. Christian visionary leaders who are pastoral, Children Awaiting Parents Inc. prophetic and learned. Our academically rig- 274 North Goodman St., Ste. D103, Rochester, orous program integrates a deep commit- N.Y. 14607 Church Women United in Rochester ment to biblical faith with a passion for social www.ChildrenAwaitingParents.org & Vicinity Inc. justice and ecumenical diversity. We offer a (585) 232-5110 or 1 (888) 835-8802 644 Titus Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14617 number of degree programs, including Mas- Fax (585) 232-2634 www.cwurochester.org ter of Arts, Master of Divinity and Doctor of Patricia Burks, associate director (585) 342-2790 Ministry degrees. We also have an extensive Mark Soule, executive director cwuroffi[email protected] life long learning program, which engages [email protected] Church Women United in Rochester & Vicinity clergy and lay persons who desire enrich [email protected] Inc. brings women together for spiritual en- their faith and life in the world. Comfort in Crisis Compeer of Greater Buffalo The Coordinated Child Development www.comfort-in-crisis.org 135 Delaware Ave., Ste. 210, Buffalo, N.Y. Program Inc. (CCDP) (585) 924-9430 14202 55 Wilcox Lane, Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424 [email protected] www.compeerbuffalo.org www.ccdpkids.net Comfort in Crisis is a faith-based agency that (716) 883-3331 (585) 394-5310 comforts families and friends with loved ones Michele Brown, executive director The Coordinated Child Development Pro- in intensive, palliative and long term care. Al- Compeer uses the power of volunteer friends gram, Inc. provides each child with high quality care and education in a nurturing en- most everyone is faced with visiting a loved and mentors to improve the lives of children vironment that encourages each child to one in a situation they were not prepared or and adults striving for good mental health. ready for. We deliver between 100 and 150 reach his or her fullest potential. CCDP pro- Through one-to-one supportive relationships vides accessible, affordable care in a secure, Bags of Hope a month to area hospitals and Compeer volunteers help their friends to live nurturing and creative environment for chil- other medical facilities. The items help sus- healthy and happy lives. dren ages six weeks to 12 years, a well de- tain the caregiver while the facility takes care signed learning environment that encourages of their loved ones. Visit our website for more the social, emotional, physical and intellec- detailed information on items you can donate Compeer Rochester Inc. tual growth of each child and the develop- or how you can volunteer. We are a 501(c)(3) 259 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 ment of skills in decision making, problem donations are tax deductible. You can also compeerrochester.org solving, and critical thinking, and promotes give through United Way designation # 2375. (585) 546-8280 ext. 120 family support by strengthening the relation- Fax (585) 325-2558 ship between family, center and community. Compeer is dedicated to helping individuals Community Action of Orleans receiving mental health services find social & Genesee Cornell Cooperative Extension supports in their community and through 409 E. State St., Albion, N.Y. 14411 of Monroe County friendship. Community volunteers are re- www.caoginc.org 249 Highland Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 cruited and matched in mentor relationships. (585) 589-5605 www.cce.cornell.edu/monroe Program coordinators train volunteers and Fax (585) 589-9015 (585) 461-1000 monitor matches in order to guide successful Edward Fancher, executive director Contact: Margaret O’Neill relationships. Referrals are made by commu- [email protected] Cornell Cooperative Extension provides re- nity mental health providers. Mission/Purpose: Community Action provides search based education to help people address challenges and questions relating to services, with dignity and respect that help agriculture, horticulture, nutrition and 4-H people become self-sufficient. Community Consumer Credit Counseling Service youth development Action offers programs such as Head Start, 1000 University Ave., Ste 900, Rochester, N.Y. weatherization, emergency services, youth 14607 programming and transportation. www.cccsofrochester.org Cornell Cooperative Extension (585) 546-3440 of Wayne County Community Child Care Center Consumer Credit Counseling of Rochester is a 1581 Route 88 N, Newark, N.Y. 14513 170 Troup St., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 nonprofit credit counseling agency that has www.ccewayne.org (585) 232-3250 helped individuals and families improve their (315) 331-8415 Mischele Terrell, executive director finances for more than 40 years. We are a Beth Claypool [email protected] member of the National Foundation for The Cornell Cooperative Extension educational Community Child Care Center is a provider of Credit Counseling, licensed by the NYS Bank- system enables people to improve their lives quality childcare and more. CCCC seeks to ing Department and nationally accredited by and communities through partnerships that put also be a community center providing critical the Council on Accreditation. We offer finan- experience and research knowledge to work. services to its patrons and life-altering experi- cial education seminars, budget debt man- Our programs are organized within five issue ences to the children in its care. It is a center agement, bankruptcy and housing areas that help the lives of residents: Increas- for educational excellence and community counseling. ing sustainability of local agriculture and the advocacy. environment with changing weather conditions; increasing agriculture capacity and Coordinated Care Services Inc. consumer access to local food products; The Community Place of Greater 1099 Jay St., Bldg. J, Rochester, N.Y. 14611 strengthening the vitality of communities Rochester Inc. www.ccsi.org through youth and families; increasing nutri- 145 Parsells Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14609 (585) 328-5190 tion education; and decreasing childhood 500 Carter St., Rochester, N.Y. 14621 Purpose: Provides leadership and perform- 57 Central Pk., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 obesity. www.communityplace.org ance management of behavioral health, (585) 327-7200 developmental disability and other human Purpose: To ensure the delivery of cost-effec- services, in cooperation with consumers, Council on Alcoholism and Addictions tive, high-quality developmental and social families, providers, and payers, to achieve of the Finger Lakes programs and services to residents in the high quality, integrated, outcome-oriented, 620 W. Washington St., Geneva, N.Y. 14456 northeast sector of Rochester and throughout culturally competent, cost-effective serv- CouncilonAlcoholism.net the Greater Rochester area. ices. (315) 789-0310 Executive director: Nelson Acquilano, LMSW, www.crackerboxpalace.org Crestwood Children’s Foundation CPP, CASAC, MPA (315) 483-2493 2075 Scottsville Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14623 The Council on Alcoholism and Addictions is Cheri Roloson, founder and farm manager www.hillside.com designated by New York state as a commu- Purpose: Cracker Box Palace is a unique place (585) 256-7515 nity-based alcohol and drug abuse preven- in Wayne County where farm animals of Crestwood Children’s Foundation Office tion agency serving the five-county central every kind can come to recover from illness, Crestwood Children’s Foundation, an affiliate Finger Lakes region of Ontario, Schuyler, neglect or abuse, or just to find new people of Hillside Family of Agencies, raises funds to Seneca, Wayne and Yates counties. The mis- when their families can no longer care for support the programs of Crestwood Children’s sion is to reduce alcohol and drug abuse, al- them. Their care and housing is funded to- Center. coholism and drug addiction, and related tally through memberships, sponsorships, problems in the community. The council also donations, and grants and most of our ani- addresses gambling problem prevention, and mals are available for adoption to appropri- Crisis Nursery of Greater Rochester incorporates wellness and risk and protection ate homes. The Palace is a no-kill haven; if 201 Genesee Park Blvd., Rochester, N.Y. 14619 factors into their prevention campaigns. The animals cannot be placed in suitable adop- www.cngr.org council was incorporated in 1986. tive homes they will be allowed to live out (585) 235-5750 their lives in safety and peace. Maureen Chisholm, executive director CP Rochester The Crisis Nursery of Greater Rochester is a not- 3399 Winton Rd. South, Rochester, N.Y. 14623 Crestwood Children’s Center for-profit organization dedicated to embracing cprochester.org 2075 Scottsville Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14623 children and families in times of crisis. These (585) 334-6000 www.hillside.com crises range from simplistic to catastrophic, Supports persons with cerebral palsy and (585) 256-7500 CNGR is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. similar conditions. Service Integration Crestwood Children’s Center, an affiliate of Hill- side Family of Agencies, specializes in support CURE Childhood Cancer Association Cracker Box Palace Farm Animal for younger children and their families with an 200 Westfall Road, Rochester, N.Y. 14620 Haven array of child welfare, behavioral, mental (585) 473-0180 6450 Shaker Rd., PO Box 174, Alton, N.Y. health, special education and family develop- Brian B. Wirth, executive director 14413 ment services. CURE improves the lives of families coping with childhood cancer or blood disorders by dren Inc., a ministry of the Sisters of St. DriveOnRocks.org providing emotional, educational and finan- Joseph, is a publicly-supported, nonprofit or- 1 (877) 823-7483 cial assistance. ganization. For more information and for op- Frank Cogliandro, director portunities to support Daystar, visit us at DriveOn helps people of all ages and abilities www.daystarhome.net. to drive safely and confidently by training Cystic Fibrosis Family Connection people in a full range of roadway environ- of Western New York ments to obtain or retain a driver's license, P. O. Box 93328, Rochester, N.Y. 14692 Delphi Drug and Alcohol Council Inc. and recommending and evaluating adaptive www.cffamilyconnection.org 1832 E. Ridge Road, Rochester, N.Y. 14622 vehicle equipment. Purpose: Strives to meet the diverse needs of (585) 467-2230 the local CF community. Carl Hatch-Feir, president & CEO Delphi provides prevention education, school-based counseling and outpatient treatment in Monroe and Wayne counties. East House Corporation DePaul 1701 Lac De Ville Blvd., Rochester, N.Y. 14618 Daniel & Friends 1931 Buffalo Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 www.easthouse.org (585) 256-3800 1775 Clifford Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14609 www.depaul.org Purpose: to enable individuals recovering www.danielandfriends.org (585) 426-8000 from mental illness, substance abuse or both, (585) 482-6840 to live healthy and fulfilling lives, through Fax: (585) 482-6840 personalized rehabilitative, vocational, edu- Contact: Dr. John Walker DePaul's National Council on cational and housing services. [email protected] Alcoholism and Drug To provide youth with opportunities for per- Dependence-Rochester Area 1931 Buffalo Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 sonal development through hands-on train- East Side Basketball Association ing. www.ncadd-ra.org (585) 719-3481 or (585) 719-3484 871 Macedon Center Rd., Fairport, N.Y. 14450 NCADD-RA provides substance abuse and www.esbasketball.com problem gambling prevention education and (585) 425-1883 Day Break Adult Day Services support services to families and community Purpose: Provides a structured environment 150 Highland Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 members. for boys and girls in grades 3-8 from the Fair- www.stjohnshome.com port area to learn the game of basketball. (585) 760-1436 Rosemary Shea, director Don W. Cook Henrietta Senior Center Rochester's longest-running medical model 515 Calkins Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14623 Easter Seals New York adult day program, located at St. John's www.townofhenrietta.org 103 White Spruce Blvd., Rochester, N,Y, 14623 Home. Providing a diverse and nurturing (585) 334-4030 www.eastersealsny.com Eden-focused community, five days a week. This busy, active center provides a wide vari- (585) 957-9208 ety of activities as well as a nutritious meal Purpose: Helps children and adults with dis- served four days per week (excluding Thurs- abilities, injuries and other special needs to Daystar for Medically Fragile days) at noon for a reasonable donation. We live, learn and work independently in their Children Inc. offer many exercise programs including aero- communities. 700 Lac De Ville Blvd., Brighton, N.Y. 14618 bics, line dancing, Chi Gong, arthritis exercise www.daystarhome.net and a walking program. Other activities of- (585) 385-6287 fered such as crafts, art group, computer Matthew Fowler, marketing and communica- The Eden Alternative Inc. classes, speakers and trips. tions associate 1900 South Clinton Ave., P.O. Box 18369, Daystar for Medically Fragile Children, Inc. is Rochester, N.Y. 14618 New York state’s first and only nursing-super- www.edenalt.org vised respite and daycare program for chil- Downstairs Cabaret Theatre (585) 461-3951 dren ages six months to five years old with 20 Windsor St., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 Christopher Perna, CEO medical and developmental complexities. www.downstairscabaret.com Kathy Hagen, operations manager Our one-of-a-kind program, which is specifi- (585) 325-4370 The Eden Alternative is an international or- cally designed to serve families whose vulner- Purpose: Provides a unique cultural experi- ganization dedicated to transforming long- able children require care above and beyond ence for community members and provides term care environments into habitats for the capabilities of traditional daycare meets arts education programs to adults and chil- human beings that promote quality of life for their medical and social needs by providing dren. all involved. As a principle-based philosophy, nursing-supervised medical daycare as well as The Eden Alternative empowers care part- an educational support program, music ther- ners, whether they are family members, pro- apy, and a parent support & family advocacy DriveOn fessionals or volunteers, to transform program. Daystar for Medically Fragile Chil- 1000 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 institutional approaches to care into the creation of communities where life is worth liv- youth from the greater Rochester area. By Fairport Baptist Homes Caring ing by eliminating the plagues of loneliness, bringing people and horses together, the pro- Ministries Inc. helplessness and boredom. gram enables participants to improve en- 4646 Nine Mile Point Road, Fairport, N.Y. durance, posture, muscle tone, 14450 communication skills, self confidence and fairportbaptisthomes.org Elderberry Express Inc. much more. Participants can either work (585) 377-9350 3750 Monroe Ave., Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 through one of its 13 partner agencies or by Tom Poelma, president/CEO (585) 248-6237 contacting the EquiCenter directly. [email protected] Purpose: Provides free transportation service Jessica Regan, director of advancement for senior citizens. (585) 388-2324 Epilepsy-Pralid Inc. (EPI) [email protected] 2 Townline Circle, Rochester, N.Y. 14623 Since its founding more than 100 years ago, www.epiny.org Empire Justice Center Fairport Baptist Homes has been committed The Hon. Michael A. Telesca Center for Justice (585) 442-6420 Formed by the merger of the Epilepsy Foun- to compassionate care. Programs include 1 W. Main St., Ste 200, Rochester, N.Y. 14614 Adult Day Health, Rehabilitation, Skilled Nurs- www.empirejustice.org dation of Rochester-Syracuse-Binghamton and PRALID (People Rebuilding And Living In ing, Assisted Living and Senior Housing. (585) 454-4060 Dignity), Epilepsy-Pralid Inc. strives to provide Fax (585) 454-4019 individuals with developmental or acquired Bryan D. Hetherington, chief counsel brain conditions to receive the support they Fairport Public Library Purpose: Empire Justice is one of the only need to live the life of their choosing. We pro- 1 Fairport Village Landing, Fairport, N.Y. 14450 statewide, multi-issue, multi-strategy non- vide education, training, advocacy, and tai- www.fairportlibrary.org profit law firm focused on changing the “sys- lored support solutions to meet the physical, (585) 223-9091 tems” within which poor and low income behavioral, and social needs of each person Fax (585) 223-3998 families live. who choose our agency as a trusted resource. Betsy Gilbert, library director The Fairport Public Library is a part of the Monroe County Library system and serves the The Empire Statesmen Episcopal Diocese of Rochester residents of the Fairport School District. We 341 E. Ridge Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14621 935 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 have a varied collection of books, recordings, www.statesmen.org www.episcopalrochester.org movies, magazines, newspapers and elec- (585) 266-2232 (585) 473-2977 tronic resources to meet the informational Purpose: Drum and bugle corps that performs and recreation needs of our community. We locally and worldwide. offer programs and classes for all ages, as well Episcopal SeniorLife Communities as informal seating, Internet access and free 505 Mount Hope Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 www.EpiscopalSeniorLife.org Wi-Fi throughout the building. EnCompass: Resources for Learning (585) 546-8400 200 Meridian Centre Blvd., Ste 230, Rochester, Purpose: Episcopal SeniorLife Communities N.Y. 14618 provides high quality senior care across a The Fairport Library Foundation www.encompassresources.org spectrum of services including skilled nursing, P.O. Box 1642, Fairport, N.Y. 14450 (585) 266-7277 rehabilitation services, independent housing, [email protected] EnCompass: Resources for Learning is a not- assisted living apartments, hospice, special- Christine Heisman, president for-profit organization that provides innova- ized memory care and patio homes. Kathy Porter, secretary tive educational services to learners who Suzanne Stockman, treasurer struggle to learn and the families, schools and The Fairport Library Foundation is a private, nonprofit organization formed by people in professionals that support them. We assess the Fairport/Perinton community who are the learner’s current performance levels, passionate supporters of the Fairport Public strengths, challenges and needs in order to Library and its services. The foundation’s develop an individualized learning plan that purpose and mission is simple — to raise Fair Housing Enforcement Project will help them to achieve learning success. funds and advocate in support of the library 1 W. Main St., Rochester, N.Y. 14614 and its services. (585) 325-2520 EquiCenter Fax (585) 325-2559 3247 Rush Mendon Rd., Honeoye Falls, N.Y. Mission: FHEP seeks to reduce the amount of Fairport Rotary 14472 illegal housing discrimination throughout the 1 E. Church St., P.O. Box 134, Fairport, N.Y. www.equicenterny.org Greater Rochester Area through public educa- 14450 (585) 624-7777 tion and outreach, intake and investigation of www.FairportRotary.com [email protected] housing discrimination complaints from the (585) 413-3680 Located in Mendon, the EquiCenter is a na- public, and the provision of free legal repre- Purpose: Works to support local, national and tionally accredited, not-for-profit, volunteer- sentation on enforcement actions for those worldwide ideals of service to those in need. based therapeutic horse center that benefits persons whose cases have merit after investi- Supports scholarships, local charities and in- people of all ages with disabilities and at-risk gation. ternational causes. Faith Christian Center (585) 388-2324 Flower City Habitat for Humanity 1797 Clifford Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14609 Fax (585) 377-2620 755 Culver Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14609 www.faith-christian-center.org Ellen S. Bevan, Ph.D., director of advancement www.rochesterhabitat.org (585) 288-7857 (585) 546-1470 Fax: (585) 482-6840 Fax (585) 546-1470 Contact: Persephone Modeste The Finger Lakes Museum Diane Walker, communications manager, [email protected] P.O. Box 96, Keuka Park, N.Y. 14478 ext. 304; [email protected] Mission: To preach the gospel of Jesus Christ www.FingerLakesMuseum.org Purpose: Flower City Habitat for Humanity is to the inner city and teach those who have (315) 595-2200 dedicated to eliminating poverty and sub- accepted Christ as lord to grow in his image Don Naetzker, executive director standard housing in Rochester by creating and likeness. dnaetzker@fingerlakesmuseum.org decent, affordable housing in the city of Mission: The Finger Lakes Museum will be the Rochester’s most economically devastated neighborhoods. We work in partnership with premier natural and cultural resource dedi- qualified, low-income families, volunteers Family First Federal Credit Union cated to the enjoyment, education and stew- 2520 Browncroft Blvd., Rochester, N.Y. 14625 along with individual, faith-based and corpo- ardship of the Finger Lakes region – and to rate donors to build seven to nine houses 850 Ridge Rd., Webster, N.Y. 14580 fresh-water conservation. 6800 Pittsford-Palmyra Rd., Perinton N.Y. annually. FCHH receives no government 14450 funding and relies on donations and house sponsorships. www. familyfirstny.com Finger Lakes Regional (585) 825-8225 or 1 (800) 356-1101 Burn Association Purpose: Family First is nonprofit credit P.O. Box 90748, Rochester, N.Y. 14609 Foodlink Inc. union that offers a variety of financial solu- (585) 482-6770 1999 Mt. Read Blvd, Rochester, N.Y. 14615 tions to our members, from basic savings and www.foodlinkny.org checking accounts to mortgages, car loans (585) 328-3380 and student loans. And at Family First, you Finger Lakes Restorative Purpose: Works with area food retailers, man- can keep the pen. Justice Center ufacturers and wholesalers to acquire, sort, 4 E. Henrietta Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14623 store and redistribute food to member char- www.restorativejustice.org Families in Recovery Inc. ity programs – soup kitchens, shelters and (585) 473-0970 emergency food pantries. Also provides food PMB 222, 2604 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, N.Y. Purpose: Promotes restorative justice princi- 14618 to hundreds of non-emergency programs like ples and practices in the Genesee Finger www.familiesinrecovery.org group homes, day cares, senior centers and Lakes Region of New York state. (585) 820-1972 camps. Purpose: Creates opportunities for healing for all family members affected by alcoholism First Community Interfaith and drug addiction. Foundation of New York State Nurses Institute Inc. 2113 Western Ave., Suite 1, Guilderland, N.Y. 219 Hamilton St., Rochester N.Y., 14620-1112 12084 www.fciirochester.org Family Service of Rochester Inc. www.foundationnysnurses.org (585) 461-0379 4646 Nine Mile Point Rd., Fairport, N.Y. 14450 (518) 456-7858, ext. 23 Minister Akilah Ife www.fsr.org The Foundation of NYS nurses is committed [email protected] (585) 734-0159 to the profession of nursing by working to Purpose: Teaching church and spiritual and Contact: Gregory Langen, LMSW preserve the quality of nursing care through cultural organization that promotes the disci- Our mission is to enable older adults to live its history, education and research programs. independent, safe, healthy and joyful lives. pline of Doology. We do so by offering licensed, full-service, enriched housing services to low and moderate The Friendly Home income older adults in four locations. Flower City Fund Raising 26 Ironstone Dr., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 3156 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14618 www.flowercityfundraising.com www.friendlyhome.org Farmworker Legal Services (585) 426-0662 (585) 381-1600 of New York Inc. Purpose: Meets the fundraising demands of Purpose: Nursing care and rehabilitation fa- 1187 Culver Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14609 organizations in the Western New York area. cility that combines a progressive approach www.flsny.org to health care with a traditional sense of (585) 325-3050 compassion. Purpose: Represents migrant and seasonal Flower City Down Syndrome Network farm workers throughout New York State. 940 Holt Rd., #324, Webster, N.Y. 14580 www.fcdsn.com Friends of Ganondagan (585) 234-2345 P.O. Box 113, Victor, N.Y. 14564 FBH Caring Ministries Foundation Purpose: Provides support and education to 1488 State Route 444, Victor, N.Y. 14564 4646 Nine Mile Point Rd., Fairport, N.Y. 14450 families and the community. www.ganondagan.org (585) 742-1690 The Friends & Foundation of the Fax (585) 742-2353 Rochester Public Library Jeannette Miller, executive director 115 South Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14604 [email protected] (585) 428-8325 Mission: Support of Ganondagan historic Ned Davis, executive director site through educational, social and cultural The Friends & Foundation of the Rochester Garth Fagan Dance events and programs that increase aware- Public Library's mission is to raise public 50 Chestnut St., Rochester, N.Y. 14604 ness of Seneca history and culture. and private funds, enhance marketing and www.garthfagandance.org Site description: 560-acre site of Seneca vil- public relations services, and provide (585) 454-3250 lage destroyed by French in 1687. It is cur- timely and innovative programming to The mission of Garth Fagan Dance is to conduct cultural, educational and charitable ac- rently the only New York state historical site support the Central Library of Rochester & tivities including furtherance of the founding dedicated to Native Americans. Monroe County and the Rochester Public Library. We raise funds through gifts to an artistic director’s artistic vision, production of annual fundraising campaign; special proj- dance theatre of the highest quality, development of new works by the founding artistic ect grants from corporations, individuals, The Friends of Mount Hope Cemetery director, development of future dancers and charitable foundations and government 1133 Mount Hope Ave., Rochester, N.Y. expansion of audiences. 14620 sources; earnings generated by a perma- www.fomh.org nent endowment fund; individual gifts (585) 461-3494 made through wills and trusts; and income Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley Joan Hunt, president from the sale of books and library-related 875 E. Main St., Ste. 500, Rochester, N.Y. The all-volunteer organization is dedicated items through the library store both online 14605 to the restoration, preservation and public and in the downtown library. In February www.gayalliance.org use of Mount Hope Cemetery. Volunteers 2013, we finalized the merger of the (585) 244-8640 conduct free educational tours to the public Friends of Rochester Public Library [email protected] each weekend, May-October; plant and (formed 1953) and the Rundel Library Celebrating our 40th year of service in 2013, maintain gardens; execute special restora- Foundation (formed 1988), to become the The Gay Alliance is a nonprofit agency at the tion projects; and publish a quarterly Friends & Foundation of RPL, serving the center of Western New York's LGBT and Ally newsletter. Rochester Public Library. Community. With Advocacy, Education and

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ZZZFKLOGFDUHFRXQFLOFRP %ORVVRP5RDGƒ5RFKHVWHU1< ƒ Community Programs our efforts span age, Led by Gay Mills, executive director, the Trust (585) 423-9700 identity and interest providing opportunities is a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization sup- Bob Russell, executive director for everyone to participate. Please visit ported by membership dollars in addition to Gilda’s Club Rochester is a place where men, www.gayalliance.org to learn more about our grants, corporate memberships and other women and children with all types and activities and ways to contribute. contributions. Join us on guided nature stages of cancer, their families and friends, walks, check out El Camino Trail and Conkey engage in a life-enriching program of emo- Corner Park in the city, volunteer at one of tional and social support. All programs and Genesee Center for the our preserves or come to one of our events. activities are free of charge. Visit Gilda’s Club Rochester today to learn more about support Arts & Education Go to www.geneseelandtrust.org to learn and networking groups, lectures, workshops, 713 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 more about the Rochester region’s local land www.geneseearts.org social events, art classes and more. preservation. (585) 244-1730 [email protected] Janice Gouldthorpe, executive director Girl Scouts of Genesee Valley Inc. Purpose: We are a community-based not-for Genesee Valley Orchestra and Chorus 1020 John St., W. Henrietta, N.Y. 14586 profit that educates, encourages and inspires P.O. Box 177, Fairport, N.Y. 14450 www.gsgv.org all people to create and enjoy the visual arts. www.gvoc.org (585) 292-5160 Established in 1970, the Genesee Center is the (585) 223-9006 Purpose: Volunteer service organization for only community visual arts center in Purpose: Provides opportunities for musical girls. Rochester with over 12,000 sq. ft. of studios, growth for its members and enriches the lives galleries and classrooms. Over 5,000 people of area residents by presenting high quality take advantage each year of the studio facili- musical performances throughout the Gene- Girls Rock! Rochester ties, exhibits, summer camps, workshops, see Valley. P.O. Box 30727 artist residencies and more than 230 classes Rochester, N.Y. 14603 in pottery, photography and book arts. www.girlsrockrochester.com Genesee Waterways Center (585) 204-7775 149 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 Kaci Smith, director Genesee Country Village & Museum www.geneseewaterways.org Girls Rock! Rochester is dedicated to empow- 1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford, N.Y. 14511-0310 (585) 328-3960 ering girls ages 8-16 through music creation www.gcv.org [email protected] and performance. By providing educational (585) 538-6822 Cindy M. Stachowski, executive director workshops and technical training, we foster Fax (585) 538-2887 Headquartered in Genesee Valley Park, the creativity while cultivating a supportive com- Peter Arnold, president, CEO Genesee Waterways Center is the gateway to munity of peers and mentors. We are com- [email protected] outdoor activities on or near the water in mitted to social justice, healthy living, and Genesee Country Village & Museum is one of Western New York. Here you can experience fostering the growth of strong female lead- the nation’s largest living history museums, kayaking, rowing, sculling, canoeing and ers. Each summer, campers learn how to with 68 historic structures from all around whitewater kayaking, as well as hiking and play an instrument, form bands, attend Western New York, an expansive nature cen- biking — we have programs for everyone! workshops, write original music, and then perform for family and friends at a live ter with five miles of hiking and skiing trails, Our recreational facilities and year-round showcase. Founded in 2011, we are a 100% and an internationally acclaimed art gallery. classes are available to all ages and ability volunteer-run organization that strives to levels, from youth to adults and novice to provide financial assistance to any camper competitive! Genesee Land Trust who needs it. 46 Prince St., Suite LL 005, Rochester, N.Y. 14607 George Eastman House International The Granger Homestead Society Inc. www.geneseelandtrust.org Museum of Photography & Film Office: (585) 256-2130 295 N. Main St., Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424 900 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 www.grangerhomestead.org Mobile: (585) 733-7425 www.eastmanhouse.org Margaret Potter, director development and (585) 394-1472 (585) 271-3361 Purpose: To promote knowledge and under- communications Purpose: George Eastman House collects and [email protected] standing of the history of Canandaigua and interprets images, films, literature, and the surrounding region through its steward- Genesee Land Trust preserves and protects equipment in the disciplines of photography ship of the Homestead’s holdings as re- natural lands and waterways that enhance and motion pictures — and it cares for the sources for public education, use and the quality of life in the Greater Rochester re- George Eastman legacy collections — to in- appreciation. gion — providing wildlife habitat, locally spire discovery and learning for a regional, grown food, and connections to nature in national, and international audience. rural, suburban and urban areas. Founded in Grantmakers Forum of New York a Brighton family room in 1989, the Trust 919 Winton Rd. South, Rochester, N.Y. now protects over 4,000 including Alasa Gilda’s Club Rochester 14618-1633 Farms overlooking Sodus Bay. Nearly 1,000 255 Alexander St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 www.grantmakers.org families are members of Genesee Land Trust. www.gildasclubrochester.org (585) 232-2380 Fax (585) 232-8413 Purpose: Provides grant funding to enhance (585) 234-2894 Liz Wilder, executive director educational programs. Mission: Habitat for Cats was established in [email protected] 1999 to help relieve the suffering of feral and Purpose: A regional association of grantmak- homeless cats. Our focus is to reduce cat ers, Grantmakers Forum of New York unites Greece Performing Arts Society overpopulation by implementing a trap- and empowers funders to achieve their phil- www.greeceperformingarts.org neuter-return program and educate the pub- anthropic aspirations. Through Grantmakers (585) 234-5636 lic on the benefits of this non-lethal method Forum, funders connect to share and in- Purpose: Fosters the development of an ap- of population control. Habitat for Cats de- crease their knowledge, improve their prac- preciation of the performing arts in the com- pends on donations from the public to help tice, and address philanthropic opportunities munity. support our programs. that make a positive social, economic and environmental impact. Grantmakers Forum Happiness House publishes the Guide to Grantmakers in the Greece Residents Assisting Stray Pets Rochester Area, and provides data about giv- 731 Pre-Emption Rd., Geneva, N.Y. 14456 155 Larkwood Dr., Rochester, N.Y. 14626 ing in Upstate New York. (315) 789-6828 www.graspinc.org (315) 789-6850, children’s programs (585) 234-1953 Fax (315) 789-7750 GRCC Faith in Action Network Purpose: To reduce the number of Town of Greece dogs and cats that are euthanized by 2 Riverside St., Rochester. N.Y. 14613 www.grcc-fian.org decreasing pet overpopulation, increase The Harley School (585) 254-2570 awareness of responsible and humane pet 1981 Clover St., Rochester, N.Y. 14618 Fax (585) 254-6551 care, and place homeless pets into perma- www.harleyschool.org Marie Gibson, executive director nent, loving homes. (585) 442-1770 [email protected] [email protected] Faith-based organization offering you a wide Valerie Myntti, director of admissions network of information about the greater The Green Angels The Harley School is a private, independent Rochester faith community; addressing issues P.O. Box 114, Palmyra, N.Y. 14522 school offering a college preparatory pro- of poverty, social justice, health care, and www.the-green-angels.org gram for approximately 500 students in nurs- ways to spiritually connect with others; GRCC (315) 573-3200 ery through grade 12. Rigorous academic Faith in Action Network brings many voices The Green Angels is a registered 501(c)(3) or- programs and exceptional fine arts curricu- to the table with faithful hearts to take action ganization in Wayne County that provides lum are coupled with unique offerings (hos- that can build love, mutuality and justice. area children with gently-used books and pice, glass making, boat building, organic Opportunities throughout the year to partici- toys. Annual holiday programs and year farming, international service learning, ro- pate. Visit our Facebook page at www.face- round items are available to the public at no botics), a commitment to community service, book.com/grcc.churches. charge for gift giving, home education and the creative process and a nurturing environ- play. ment for students. The school is committed to diversity and the education of students for Greater Rochester NY/Antigua & global citizenship. Busing is available from Barbuda Partners of the Americas The Gregory Kunde Chorale most districts. Flexible tuition and financial 308 Laburnam Cres., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 P.O. Box 51, Penfield, N.Y. 14526 assistance offered. www.partners.net www.gregorykundechorale.org (585) 473-7655 (585) 377-7568 Purpose: Citizen volunteers from Latin Amer- Linda Wojciechowski, executive director Health Partnership of Monroe County ica, the Caribbean and the United States [email protected] 46 Prince St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 working together to improve the lives of peo- Under the Center for Community Health, ple across the hemisphere. Purpose: The Gregory Kunde Chorale inspires diverse audiences with choral music of high- URMC est artistic standards enriching the culture of www.urmc.edu/whp (585) 224-3070, toll free 1 (877) 293-0822 Greater Rochester Red Cross our community, while fostering outreach, Fax (585) 244-2897 50 Prince St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 learning, and a love of music to all age levels. Lisa Bowdey, director/program coordinator www.RochesterRedCross.org Founded in 1999 and under the direction of [email protected] (585) 241-4400 Gregory Kunde, this mixed adult voice en- No health insurance? Insurance does not The Greater Rochester Chapter of the Ameri- semble has developed an innovative approach to chamber choir music. cover cancer screenings? We can cover breast, can Red Cross is a humanitarian organization cervical and colon cancer screening for men in place to provide relief to victims of disas- and women in Monroe County. Please call for ters and help people prevent, prepare for, more information. Remember – cancer and respond to other emergencies. screening saves lives!

Greece Education Foundation Habitat for Cats Heartwork Institute Inc. P.O. Box 300, N. Greece, N.Y. 14515 P.O. Box 25637, Rochester, N.Y. 14625 882 Titus Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14617 (585) 621-1000, ext. 2435 www.habitatforcats.com (585) 544-8142 Henrietta Foundation Inc. care, you will find the living choice that suits nonprofit organizations, small- to medium- P.O. Box 222, Henrietta, N.Y. 14467 your needs. The Highlands at Pittsford is the sized businesses, schools and day care centers. www.henriettafoundation.org only community in the Rochester area with (585) 359-7071 accreditation by the Continuing Care Accredi- Purpose: Works to make Henrietta a better tation Commission. Hillside Work-Scholarship Connection and healthier place to live. 30 Hart St., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 www.hillside.com Hillside Children’s Center (585) 256-7500 Heritage Christian Services 1183 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 Service Integration 349 W. Commercial St., Ste. 2795, East www.hillside.com Hillside Work-Scholarship Connection, an af- Rochester, N.Y. 14445 (585) 256-7500 filiate of Hillside Family of Agencies, provides www.heritagechristianservices.org Hillside Children’s Center, an affiliate of Hill- support to middle and high school students side Family of Agencies, provides care for (585) 340-2000 at risk of dropping out of school. Students re- youth and families with a wide range of emo- Fax (585) 340-2006 ceive mentoring; training in job skills, career tional, behavioral, or life circumstance chal- Heritage Christian Services is a human serv- readiness and volunteerism; and academic lenges. Hillside Children’s Center offers ices agency that supports more than 1,700 and social supports. children and adults with disabilities; provides mental health, child welfare, juvenile justice, high quality child care; and matches business special education, safety net and developmental disabilities services. owners with talented workers who have de- Hindu Heritage Summer Camp velopmental disabilities. The agency operates 78 County Clare Cres., Fairport, N.Y. 14450 more than 100 sites, a majority of which are Hillside Children’s Foundation www.omhhsc.org neighborhood homes and day programs in 1183 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 (585) 381-1541 addition to offering service coordination, www.hillside.com Purpose: Provides an opportunity for Hindu respite and community habilitation; and has (585) 256-7500 youth ages 8 to 16 to explore and understand been recognized as one of New York State's Hillside Children’s Foundation raises funds to the diverse traditions and philosophies of top service providers to people with special support all of the service affiliates of Hillside Hinduism in an intellectual, nurturing and needs; and recently earned national accredi- Family of Agencies. fun-filled environment. Helps Hindu youth tation from the Council on Quality and Lead- discover and reconcile what it means to be ership. Heritage Christian Services is known Hindu-American. for innovative programs like the Pieters Fam- Hillside Family of Agencies ily Life Center and Expressive Beginnings 1183 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 Child Care in Henrietta, Springdale Farm in www.hillside.com Historic Brighton Ogden, Heritage Christian Stables in Webster, (585) 256-7500 www.historicbrighton.org and Heritage Hollow on Sixth Lake in Inlet Hillside Family of Agencies has been a cor- Arlene Wright Vanderlinde, president and Little Valley Retreat Center near Allegany nerstone of Western NY communities for [email protected] State Park. more than 170 years. We proudly service Purpose: Documenting, sharing and celebrat- thousands of youth and families each year ing the history of the Town of Brighton. We through our various affiliates, including Crest- publish a quarterly newsletter, which is Hickok Center for Brain Injury Inc. mailed to members, and can also be accessed 114 S. Union St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 wood Children’s Center, Crestwood Children’s on our website. We present four interesting www.HickokCenter.org Foundation, Hillside Children’s Center, Hill- programs annually, including Gideon Cobb (585) 271-8640 side Children’s Foundation, Hillside Work- Fax (585) 271-8688 Scholarship Connection and Snell Farm Day in the summer. Elaine Comarella, chief executive officer Children’s Center. (585) 271-8640, ext. 201 [email protected] Hochstein School of Music & Dance Purpose: To provide a safe and supportive en- Hillside Service Solutions 50 N. Plymouth Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14614 vironment that encourages brain injury sur- 1183 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 www.hochstein.org vivors to design and direct their own life's www.hilliside.com/catering, (585) 454-4596 journey. Contact us for more information. www.hillside.com/cleaning Whitney Brice, director of development (585) 224-1030 Purpose: To provide excellent music and dance instruction in an atmosphere that nur- The Highlands at Pittsford Hillside Service Solutions provides support to Hillside youth, their families and Hillside staff tures and challenges to anyone in the West- 100 Hahnemann Trail, Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 ern New York area with an interest, www.highlandsatpittsford.org across the Hillside organization. HSS provides regardless of age, level of: skill or ability to (585) 586-7600 services in the areas of purchasing, food serv- pay. The Highlands at Pittsford is a senior living ice, nutrition services, property services, vol- community that offers lifestyle options for all unteer services and is the portal to all stages of senior living, all on one beautiful requests through our internal call center. In campus within walking distance of the his- June 2013, HSS launched its first business Hope Hall toric Pittsford Village. From independent liv- model and now provides cleaning services, 1612 Buffalo Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 ing to enriched living to long term nursing catering services and meal delivery to other www.hopehall.org School Office (585) 426-0210 HUGS (Help Us Give Smiles) ment services to individuals and their sup- Development Office (585) 426-5824 Foundation porters in the Greater Rochester Community Fax (585) 426-3319 973 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 to help them make positive changes in their Purpose: Hope Hall is a private, non-denomi- www.helphugs.org lives. We deliver culturally appropriate serv- national school for students in grades 3-12, (585) 244-1000 ices in a safe and caring environment and in with auditory processing delays, ADD, ADHD, HUGS, founded by Dr. Vito Quatela in 2003, the most cost-effective, result-oriented man- or learning challenges. Students who are un- delivers medical care to children born with ner. successful in a traditional classroom setting microtia (a deformity of the ear) in third receive the supports they need to succeed at world countries including Ecuador, Hope Hall. Guatemala and Vietnam. HUGS helps children develop into confident, secure and responsible individuals free from their Ibero-American Action League The Housing Council at Pathstone, Inc. congenital conditions. 817 East Main St., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 75 College Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 Hilda Escher, president & CEO www.thehousingcouncil.org Humane Society of Greater Rochester Ibero-American Action League was initiated (585) 546-3700 with the support of the Catholic Diocese. Susan Boss, executive director at Lollypop Farm See: Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Ibero began its work within our community Mission: To maintain and expand the avail- Greater Rochester entry in 1968 and currently employs over 270 peo- ability of affordable, decent, safe housing ple and has 21 sites. It’s an agency that not for low and moderate income residents of only serves Latinos, but it serves our commu- the Rochester and Monroe County, New Huther-Doyle nity as a whole. Ibero provides services in the York area; to provide educational and train- 360 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14604 areas of developmental disabilities, educa- ing outreach to landlords, tenants, home- www.hutherdoyle.com tion, children, youth, health care, housing, buyers, homeowners and the public (585) 325-5100 families, senior services, emergency services, regarding housing issues; to promote public Fax (585) 325-5154 mentoring and entrepreneurship programs. awareness of the rights of persons pro- Robert R. Lebman, executive director Ibero is only agency of our kind in the tected under the Fair Housing Amendments Huther-Doyle is a not-for-profit agency pro- Rochester area and the largest Hispanic Act of 1988. viding quality addiction prevention and treat- Human Service Agency in all of Upstate New York with a clear focus on the betterment of (585) 463-2957 adoption, counseling, the Brighton Food Cup- individuals. Ibero believes in equal rights and Contact: Karen Knauf board, emergency family assistance, the the ability to be self-sufficient. Purpose: The mission of the Injury Free Coali- Concierge Connection at Golisano Children’s tion for Kids of Rochester is to work with a Hospital, and family life education including community coalition to learn more about Baby Safe Sleep. JFS is a beneficiary agency of how, when and where injuries to children ImageOut United Way and the Jewish Federation of occur, to set priorities for injury prevention, www.ImageOut.org Greater Rochester. JFS serves the entire comwww.facebook.com/ImageOut to develop new prevention strategies, and to study the impact of these strategies on the munity regardless of race, religion or ethnic www.twitter.com/ImageOut Rochester Community. The ultimate goal of background. imageout.blogspot.com these activities is to reduce childhood death (585) 271-2640 and disability from injury in our community. Fax (585) 271-3798 We are affiliated with the Golisano Children’s JCC of Greater Rochester Kevin J Fuller, business manager Hospital at Strong, University of Rochester 1200 Edgewood Dr., Rochester, N.Y. 14618 offi[email protected] Medical Center Departments of Emergency www.jccrochester.org ImageOut informs, entertains, educates and Medicine and Pediatrics. (585) 461-2000, ext. 258 enriches filmgoers through the exhibition of Fax (585) 461-0805 film and videos by and about lesbian, gay, bi- Contact: Susan LaRosa, director of marketing sexual and transgender people. ImageOut en- Irondequoit Lions Club [email protected] courages LGBT filmmakers, who, as a group, 32 Vinton Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14622 The Jewish Community Center of Greater are rarely seen in mainstream media. It is an www.irondequoitny.lionwap.org Rochester provides a comprehensive range of (585) 467-0311 opportunity to record and preserve the sto- services that include cultural enrichment, ries and histories of LGBT lives and to foster Purpose: Works to answer the needs challenging the community. physical well-being, social, educational and collaborations and conversations to break recreational experiences for individuals and down social and cultural barriers concerning families. Child care; after school programs; lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender peo- summer camp; health, wellness and recre- ple. ation programs; family programs; programs for adults and more are all found at the JCC. Independent Living for Seniors As a not-for-profit organization, the JCC of Jazz90.1 WGMC Greater Rochester is open to all, regardless of 2066 Hudson Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14617 www.jazz901.org ability to pay fees. Financial assistance is of- www.independentlivingforseniors.org Rob Linton, station manager fered for JCC memberships and camps. (585) 922-2800 Laurylann Romeo, development director Fax (585) 922-2864 At Jazz90.1, we believe that jazz is a living Susan Barnes, marketing and community music. That’s why half our broadcast hours relations manager Jewish Federation of are focused on current artists who are com- Greater Rochester Purpose: Independent Living for Seniors de- mitted to moving the music forward. Jazz90.1 livery of care is based on the Program of All- plays more new music than any radio station 441 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 inclusive Care for the Elderly model. ILS in the U.S. On the flip side, we also play a www.jewishrochester.org provides support services to seniors aged 55 heaping portion of the classics, names like (585) 461-0490 and over with chronic care needs to keep Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington, Wayne Purpose: As the central planning, fundraising them safely at home. Care and services in- Shorter, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Billie Hol- and community relations organization for the clude: medical provider, day center, trans- iday, and many more. When you listen to Rochester Jewish community, the federation portation to and from the day center and Jazz90.1, you get the best new jazz, and the transforms Jewish tradition and values into doctor appointments, physical and occupa- best jazz of all time. Jazz90.1 is also an im- action. Through its annual campaign and the tional therapy, social workers, home health portant outlet for music and voices that don’t foundation, the federation raises funds in aides. make it onto commercial radio. Our longest- support of five local beneficiary agencies, running show is Polka Bandstand. We also programs for synagogue youth and humani- feature the Lithuanian-language program tarian services in Israel and throughout the Dainos Aidas; The German Radio Program; world. Infertility Focus Inc. and Esencia Latina, a four-hour program of P.O. Box 343, Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 Latin music (broadcast in Spanish). You don’t www.infertilityfocus.org need a plane ticket and passport to expand (585) 385-1628 your horizons … all you need is a radio or Jewish Senior Life Purpose: Offers support, education and infor- computer tuned to Jazz90.1. 2021 Winton Rd. South, Rochester, N.Y. 14618 mation to individuals and couples at any www.jewishseniorlife.org stage and with any type of infertility. (585) 427-7760 Jewish Family Service of Rochester Contact: Jackie Stone 441 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 The mission of Jewish Senior Life is to im- Injury Free Coalition for www.jfsrochester.org prove the health, well-being and quality of Kids of Rochester (585) 461-0110 life of our community’s seniors. We offer a Box 655, University of Rochester Jewish Family Service of Rochester, Inc. (JFS) continuum of senior living and a host of Medical Center is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit agency that pro- community services designed to foster inde- 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14642 vides the following community based pro- pendence, further self-fulfillment and injuryfree.org grams: aging services, caregiver support, achieve whole-person wellness. Joining Hearts and Hands Ltd. tion dedicated to the ongoing enrichment of landscapes and to educate the public about 9 Fieldston Grove, Fairport, N.Y. 14450 the K-12 educational program of the Pittsford our rich architectural heritage. www.joiningheartsandhands.org Central School District. Our mission during (585) 377-8298 the 2013-2014 school year is to raise financial Purpose: Supports educational, health and resources to support the high school field en- LDA Life and Learning Services economic needs of African orphans and their hancements. Future and specified contribu- 1650 South Ave., Suite 200, Rochester, N.Y. communities by building schools, providing tions will continue to support program 14620 health clinics, sponsoring sustainable devel- enrichment, new programs, technology, and www.LDARochester.org opment initiatives and building cultural to award grants to staff, faculty and students. (585) 263-3323 bridges between Kenya and the United Fax (585) 224-7100 States. [email protected] Kids Miracle Making Club LDA Life and Learning Services is a not-for- P.O. Box 388, Penfield, N.Y. 14526 profit agency helping individuals with learn- Junior Achievement www.kmmclub.org ing disabilities, attention deficit disorder and of Rochester, NY Area Inc. (585) 749-7515 developmental disabilities seek personal suc- 259 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 Kids Miracle Making Club is a service learning cess in school, work and community living. www.jarochny.org organization for kids ages 5-12. Club members (585) 327-7400 explore different areas of interest through work- Susan F. Adsit, president and CEO shops in music, art, sports, science, and alike Legal Aid Society of Rochester Junior Achievement provides business, eco- and use their new learning and special talents 1 W. Main St., Suite 800, Rochester, N.Y. 14614 nomic, entrepreneurial and workforce readi- to come up with community service projects, ness programs in grades K-12 which prepare www.lasroc.org projects focused on helping kids with physical and inspire young people to succeed in a (585) 232-4090 global economy. and developmental disabilities. Projects focus Purpose: Provides direct civil legal services, on raising funds, driving community awareness including lay advocacy and related human of needs, and best of all making friends with services, to adults and children. Just Poets and learning from the kids they help. 1935 Penfield Rd., Penfield, N.Y. 14526 Legal Assistance of www.thejustpoets.wordpress.com Western New York Inc. (585) 383-0812 1 Franklin Square, P.O. Box 487, Geneva, N.Y. Purpose: Celebrates both poets and poetry by 14456 encouraging and supporting area poets at all www.lawny.org levels of ability to improve their work and (315) 781-1465 find their individual poetic voices. Seeks to La Leche League of Rochester Contact: C. Kenneth Perri increase the public’s awareness and apprecia- www.lllusa.org Purpose: Legal Assistance of Western New tion of poetry through readings, a speakers (585) 275-5151 York Inc. provides access to the justice sys- bureau, written articles and other educa- Purpose: Provides education, information, tem to low-income people and other vulner- tional avenues. support and encouragement to women who able populations who have civil law want to breastfeed. problems throughout a 14 county service area. We do so through seven staffed offices located in Bath, Elmira, Geneva, Ithaca, LAICO Industries & Services Jamestown, Olean and Rochester. 425 Paul Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 www.laicoindustries.com Lifespan of Greater Rochester Inc. Kamina Friends Inc. (585) 426-4120, ext. 3419 1900 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14618 31 W. Church St., Fairport, N.Y. 14450 LAICO Industries & Services, a division of Life- www.lifespan-roch.org www.kaminafriends.org time Assistance Inc., provides employment (585) 244-8400 (585) 223-9560 opportunities to individuals with disabilities [email protected] Purpose: Working to implement a pilot eco- by assisting local businesses and manufactur- Lifespan is an organization providing informa- nomic development project in Kamina, Dem- ers meet their needs in the areas of packag- tion, guidance and services that help older ocratic Republic of the Congo in Africa. ing, hand assembly, finishing and fulfillment. adults take on both the challenges and opportunities of longer life. Services range from Keeping Education Extraordinary in The Landmark Society elder abuse intervention to power of attorney Pittsford (KEEP) of Western New York Inc. bill paying to care management for eldercare P.O. Box 243, Pittsford, N.Y. 14534-0243 133 S. Fitzhugh St., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 to assistance locating volunteer opportunities. www.keeppittsford.org www.LandmarkSociety.org (585) 234-8151 (585) 546-7029 James A. Spitz. Jr., president Susan Hagen, Joanne Arany Lifetime Assistance, Inc. [email protected] The Landmark Society of Western New York is 425 Paul Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 The KEEP Foundation, Keeping Education Ex- the Rochester region’s historic preservation www.lifetimeassistance.org traordinary in Pittsford, is a forward-thinking, organization, working to preserve, restore (585) 426-4120 independent, not-for-profit school founda- and revitalize historic homes, buildings, and Fax: (585) 426-4755 Lifetime Assistance is a community leader, Lifetime Document Management www.literacylivingston.org providing comprehensive services to more 425 Paul Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 (585) 658-7970 than 1,800 children and adults with develop- www.lifetimedocumentmanagement.com Joyce Horner, executive director mental disabilities and their families. Our (585) 784-3190 [email protected] Lifetime Document Management, a division Purpose: To assist adults in the development goal is to foster independence, self-reliance of their English reading, writing and speaking of Lifetime Assistance Inc., provides employ- and respect for individuals with disabilities. skills with professionally trained tutors. One- Our vision is to help each person reach his or ment opportunities to individuals with dis- to-one or small group instruction is available her full potential – and realize the opportuni- abilities by providing document at no charge. ties of a lifetime. management solutions – electronic scanning, storage and retrieval – to local businesses to help them improve efficiencies and reduce Literacy Volunteers of Ontario-Yates costs. Counties Lifetime Assistance Foundation 208 South Main St., Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424 425 Paul Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 www.literacyvoc.org (585) 396-1686 www.lifetimeassistance.org Linkages of Rochester Inc. (585) 784-5002 Paul Miller, executive director 90 Hotchkiss Dr., Penfield, N.Y. 14526 Purpose: To provide adults the literacy skills Fax: (585) 426-4120 www.linkagesrochester.org needed to reach their full potential as indi- The Lifetime Assistance Foundation was (585) 381-8659 viduals, parents, workers and citizens. founded in 1994 to raise funds to assure a Purpose: Strives to increase the understand- bright future for individuals and families ing of the people, politics and culture of Rus- served by Lifetime Assistance, and to assure sia, with a focus on people-to-people Literacy Volunteers of Rochester 1600 South Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 continued quality services for persons with relations with the citizens of sister city Velikiy Novgorod, Russia. www.literacyrochester.org developmental disabilities well into the fu- (585) 473-3030 ture. The Foundation raises funds in support Bob Mahar, executive director of quality developmental disability services. Literacy Volunteers of Purpose: Provides free one-to-one or small The goal is to assure that the community will Livingston County group tutoring by trained volunteers for func- always benefit from Lifetime Assistance's dy- 3 Mt. Morris-Leicester Road, Leicester, N.Y. tionally illiterate adults and to others lacking namic services. 14481 English language skills. Literacy Volunteers of Wayne County program, and humane law enforcement and 14621 12 Canal St., Lyons, N.Y 14489 animal cruelty investigations. www.hemocenter.org www.lvwayne.org www.fingerlakestriathlon.com (315) 946-5333 (585) 922-5700 Christopher Edgar, director Lupus Foundation of Federal EIN: 16-0836536 Trained volunteers provide free one-to-one Genesee Valley NY Inc. NYS Diagnostic & Treatment Center, National tutoring in reading, writing and English lan- 421 Penbrooke Dr., Suite 11, Penfield, N.Y. Hemophilia Foundation Chapter providing guage to adults. Times and locations are 14526 treatment, education, supportive programs, flexible for both the student and the volun- www.lupusrochester.org research and advocacy for people affected by teer. (585) 288-2910 bleeding and clotting disorders. Administra- [email protected] tion & fundraising costs equal 8 percent of Julie V Mersereau, Chairman of Board, direc- revenue The Little Theatre Film Society Inc. tor 240 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14606 Mission: We support lupus patients and their www.thelittle.org loved ones by providing education, advocacy, Matthew Kato Foundation (585) 232-3906 awareness and personal support to those liv- 161 Alverstone Way, West Henrietta, N.Y. Purpose: To educate and introduce young au- ing in the Greater Rochester Area and the 14586 Genesee Valley Region of New York, and by diences to the art of film, to provide a forum www.matthewkatofoundation.org supporting local and national lupus research for community groups wanting to present a Purpose: Seeks to raise awareness about the efforts. film dealing with a particular issue, to pro- impacts of drinking and driving. vide opportunities to local filmmakers, to assist American independent and foreign film by providing a high quality screening envi- Meals On Wheels ronment backed by local publicity and com- 2180 Empire Blvd., Webster, N.Y. 14580 munity awareness, and to provide a venue for www.vnsnet.com/meals-on-wheels local artists and musicians. Madrigalia (585) 787-8397 P.O. Box 92068, Rochester, N.Y. 14692 Purpose: Delivers hot, nutritious meals and www.madrigalia.org provides a daily check-in to those who are Living Faith Ministries Inc. (585)234-4283 homebound, elderly or ill. 201 Judson St., Webster, N.Y. 14580 Daniel McInerney, administrator (585) 265- 2332 Founded in 1975, Madrigalia draws on an extensive repertoire to present unique and in- Medical Motor Service novative concerts. The 18-member ensemble 608 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14609 Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of uses choral music as a powerful tool to comwww.medicalmotors.org Greater Rochester municate humor, sorrow, prayer, meditation, (585) 654-6030, ext 221 99 Victor Road, Fairport, N.Y. 14450 celebration and remembrance. Madrigalia Fax (585) 654-5628 www.lollypop.org also strives to present premiere performances William McDonald, executive director (585) 223-1330 of new and seldom-heard works, as well as Medical Motor Service provides older adults collaborate with other artists and ensembles. Animal cruelty hotline (585) 223-6500 and individuals with disabilities the special- Pet Peeves behavior helpline (585) 295-2999 ized transportation they need to non-emer- Alice L. Calabrese, CAWA, president & CEO gency medical services and to remain Mary Cariola Children’s Center involved in their community. As the only Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater 1000 Elmwood Ave., Ste. 100, Rochester, N.Y. nonprofit agency with this sole focus, Medical Rochester, has served Rochester and surround- 14620 Motor Service’s wide array of safe and afford- ing areas since 1873. It is committed to build- www.marycariola.org able transportation solutions including serving lifelong bonds between people and (585) 271-0761 ice to shopping, medical appointments, adult animals through education, community out- Brad Pearson, director of agency advance- day centers, educational and personal ap- reach programs, and the prevention of cruelty. ment pointments. As an independent nonprofit that receives no Mission: Mary Cariola Children’s Center pro- tax dollars and is not associated with any vides the highest quality individualized serv- other animal welfare entity, the organization ices for children with developmental delays Memorial Art Gallery carries out its mission with support from indi- and especially for those with complex or mul- of the University of Rochester tiple disabilities. The center is dedicated to viduals and businesses in our community. Pro- 500 University Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 excellence in family-centered educational, grams and services are offered that benefit mag.rochester.edu residential, therapeutic and community sup- both pets and the people who care for them, port services and to developing program ini- (585) 276-8900 including: pet adoptions at five centers across tiatives for emerging populations of children Fax (585) 473-6266 the community, free behavior counseling, dog with special needs. [email protected] training, low-cost spay and neuter surgeries, The Memorial Art Gallery connects people humane education programming, open ad- with art in a welcoming and stimulating envi- missions, pet assisted therapy, lost pet listings, Mary M. Gooley Hemophilia Center ronment through its permanent collection, farm animal adoptions, feral cat spay/neuter 1415 Portland Ave., Suite 500, Rochester, N.Y. temporary exhibitions and public programs. Mental Health Association of Mercy Outreach Center health through planting community gardens, Rochester/Monroe County 142 Webster Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14609 contributing to urban agriculture policy and 320 N. Goodman St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 www.mercyoutreachcenter.org projects for the city, and organizing commu- www.mharochester.org (585) 288-2634 nitywide events related to food and hunger. (585) 325-3145 Mercy Outreach Center provides access to pri- The Institute was founded by Arun and Contact: Patricia Woods mary health care, dental care, and advocacy Sunanda Gandhi at Christian Brothers Univer- Purpose: The Mental Health Association of services to the uninsured and the under- sity in Memphis, Tenn., in 1991. In 2007, the Rochester/Monroe County promotes lasting served. The center also provides referral serv- Gandhi Institute moved to the Interfaith mental wellness for all people in the ices, legal services, housing information and Chapel at the University of Rochester in Rochester community by providing a range of volunteer income tax assistance. Community Rochester, N.Y. In 2012, the Gandhi Institute support services include AA and NA meetings. education, information and support services. moved to its current home on 929 Plymouth Avenue South in the Plymouth-Exchange (PLEX) neighborhood of Rochester, N.Y. Mercury Opera Rochester Mercy Residential Services 198 Oriole St., Rochester, N.Y. 14613 1600 N. Clinton Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14621- www.mercyresidential.org 2200 (585) 254-2175 Mommies For Miracles Inc. www.mercuryoperarochester.org Fax (585) 254-2229 www.mommiesformiracles.org (585) 473-6567 Mission: Mercy Residential Services, a min- (585) 507-5367 The only professional opera company in istry of the Sisters of Mercy, works with preg- Jill Orologio, founder/executive director Western NY, Mercury Opera Rochester nant and parenting teens, young women and [email protected] produces three to four full opera productions their children, independent of religious affili- Enriching the quality of life for children criti- per season with two performances of each ation, providing housing and support services cally sick, disabled and in need of special production, in addition to an extensive edu- with compassion, acceptance and guidance. services. Sharing in a child’s hope for a cation program for both adults and school- happy, healthy tomorrow — perhaps even a age students. The company’s mission is: to miracle. produce professional opera of the highest Military History Society of Rochester artistic quality, educate and cultivate future 250 N. Goodman St., 2nd floor audiences for opera, and provide perform- Rochester, N.Y. 14607 Monroe Community College ance opportunities for local singers — profes- rochestermilitary.com 1000 East Henrietta Road, Rochester, N.Y. sional, emerging and avocational, while (585) 730-4041 14623 maintaining fiscal responsibility. Chuck Baylis, executive director www.monroecc.edu Purpose: Presenting the military history of (585) 292-2000 the United States with a special emphasis on Rosanna Condello, assistant director, College Mercy Flight Central Inc. the military heritage of our area. We present and Community Relations 2420 Brickyard Road, Canandaigua, N.Y. displays and outreach programs to preserve [email protected] 14424 the memory of those who have sacrificed for Monroe Community College is a dynamic www.mercyflightcentral.org our country. We are a historical society with learning community where access, excellence www.facebook.com/MercyFlightCentral collections chartered by the Board of Regents and leadership are the college’s hallmarks. (585) 396-0584 Our mission is to educate and prepare diverse of the State of New York under federal Fax (585) 396-0585 learners to achieve scholarly, professional and 501(c)(3) guidelines. Patricia T. Miller, director of development individual success within a local and global pmiller@mercyflightcentral.org context. The college serves as a catalyst for in- Mercy Flight Central provides the highest novation, economic development, lifelong MK Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence level of pre-hospital critical care to patients. learning, and civic engagement. MCC offers 929 South Plymouth Ave., Rochester, N.Y. The organization’s critical care teams consist more than 90 degree and certificate programs 14608 of highly skilled registered nurses, para- at a variety of sites across Monroe County, in- medics and volunteer physicians. These www.gandhiinstitute.org cluding the Brighton Campus, Damon City teams work closely together to care for criti- Facebook:www.facebook.com/ROCNonvio- Campus, Applied Technologies Center and cally ill and injured patients requiring ad- lence Public Safety Training Facility. vanced treatment and rapid air transport to (585) 463-3267 specialized medical centers across the north- The M.K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence is east. The aircraft utilized in transports in- a nonprofit that works to realize Mahatma The Monroe County Bar Association cludes helicopters, which travel within a Gandhi's vision of a just and peaceful world 1 W. Main St., 10th floor, Rochester, N.Y. 150-mile radius of Mercy Flight Central’s base through his teachings of nonviolence and un- 14614-2098 locations. Twin engine airplanes are utilized conditional love for others. We offer lectures, www.mcba.org for transports to further reaches of the United workshops and courses on developing a lived (585) 546-1807 States and Canada. Aside from typical patient practice of nonviolence, including mindful Mary C. Loewenguth, executive director transports, Mercy Flight Central routinely communication, sustainable living and Liz Novak, communications manager handles pre-transplant and post-transplant restorative practices. We create and support The Monroe County Bar Association has more patients. community projects to educate and improve than 2,200 members who volunteer their time on more than 40 committees and sec- National Association and sciences and professional programs in tions — all in pursuit of achieving legal ex- of Women Business Owners — health and human services, education, and cellence in our community. Additionally, the Greater Rochester Chapter management. Nazareth enrolls approxi- MCBA is at the forefront of implementing 1 Grove St., Ste 204, Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 mately 2,000 undergraduate students and ground breaking programs, such as the co-lo- www.nawborochester.org 1,000 graduate students. cation project in which the MCBA and the (585) 319-0004 Foundation for the Monroe County Bar are Purpose: Inspires and empowers women partnering with Rochester’s civil legal service business owners and promotes and supports NeighborWorks® Rochester providers, creating a first-in-the nation col- the growth of women-owned businesses. 570 South Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 laboration. www.nwrochester.org (585) 325-4170 National Center for Missing and Fax (585) 325-2587 Exploited Children Monroe County Fair and [email protected] 275 Lake Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 Recreation Association NeighborWorks Rochester is a nonprofit or- (585) 242-0900 2695 E. Henrietta Rd., Henrietta, N.Y. 14467 ganization and a member of the national www.mcfair.com NeighborWorks Network. We are a full service housing agency that serves the entire City of (585) 334-4000 National Kidney Foundation Rochester, assisting families into homeowner- Purpose: Builds community through the ad- 15 Prince St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 ship and helping to ensure their long-term vancement, affirmation, and support of (585) 697-0874 success as homeowners is our area of expert- youth, agriculture and technology, culminat- ise. Our services are available to a wide spec- ing in the annual celebration of the Monroe trum of the community, including existing County Fair. National Multiple Sclerosis Society and potential homeowners, tenants, and Upstate New York Chapter landlords in the city of Rochester. We also as- 1650 South Ave., Ste. 100, Rochester, N.Y. sist full neighborhoods in cooperation with Mt. Hope Family Center 14620 residents and other partners. 187 Edinburgh St., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 www.MSupstateny.org www.mthopefamilycenter.org (585) 271-0805 (585) 275-2991, ext 202 Stephanie Kunes-Mincer, LMSW, president New York ACEP and CEO Tony H. Dechario, administrator 1070 Sibley Tower Bldg., Rochester, N.Y. Purpose: To mobilize people and resources to [email protected] 14604 drive research for a cure and to address the Purpose: Since 1979, Mt. Hope Family Center (585) 546-7241 has provided intervention and preventive challenges of everyone affected by MS. services to at-risk families, conducted research in the area of human development, New York Civil Liberties Union National Museum of Play at The child neglect and maltreatment, and trained Strong Genesee Valley Chapter future practitioners and scientists. Locally we 1 Manhattan Square, Rochester, N.Y. 14607 121 North Fitzhugh St., Rochester, N.Y. 14614 provide intervention and preventive services www.museumofplay.org www.nyclu.org to children and families who need our help (585) 263-2700 (585) 454-4334 to break the cycle of violence. Contact: G. Rollie Adams, president and CEO [email protected] As an educational institution focused on Purpose: Provides public education, advocacy American cultural history, The National Mu- and litigation services in matters pertaining Muscular Dystrophy Association Inc. seum of Play explores play in order to en- to civil liberties and constitutional issues. 1425 Jefferson Rd., 2nd Floor, Rochester, N.Y. courage learning, creativity, and discovery. 14623 The museum accomplishes this through exhi- New York State Ombudsman Program (585) 424-6560 bitions, programs, publications and other activities that engage, entertain and enlighten at Lifespan diverse audiences, especially families, chil- 1900 South Clinton Ave., Rochester, N.Y. dren and educators. 14618 (585) 287-6378 [email protected] Nazareth College Debra Frink, Ombudsman coordinator 4245 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14618-3790 The New York State Long-Term Care Ombuds- Nancy & Friends Fighting Cancer Inc. www.naz.edu man Program at Lifespan oversees eight 171 Sully’s Trail, Ste. 201, Pittsford, N.Y. (585) 389-2525 counties in the Greater Rochester area. Om- 14534 Founded in 1924, Nazareth College is located budsmen advocate for individuals living in li- www.nancyandfriendsfightcancer.org on a suburban campus in the metropolitan censed long-term care communities – Purpose: Funds cancer research, aids individ- region of Rochester. The college offers chal- nursing homes, assisted living and adult care uals and families fighting cancer. lenging academic programs in the liberal arts facilities – by resolving problems, protecting rights, advocating for dignity, and respect. Trained volunteers make weekly visits to as- signed facilities so that residents receive the highest quality of life and care. Mandated trainings are held twice a year. If you are over 21 years old and sensitive to the needs of OASIS Parents Without Partners — Greater Rochester Single Parents older adults, please call (585) 287-6378 or 259 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 email [email protected] for more in- Chapter 683 (585) 730-8800 P.O. Box 204, Fairport, N.Y. 14450 formation about the Ombudsman Program. Fax (585) 730-8805 (585) 251-3647 Patricia Minster, director Purpose: Provides single parents and their We are a national education organization children with an opportunity for enhancing New York Sustainable Agriculture dedicated to enriching the lives of mature personal growth, self-confidence and sensitiv- Working Group adults. Offering challenging programs in the ity towards others by offering an environ- 693 East Ave., Suite 101, Rochester, N.Y. 14607 ment for support, friendship and the arts, humanities, health, technology and vol- www.nysawg.org exchange of parenting techniques. unteer service, OASIS creates opportunities (585) 271-0194 Purpose: Fosters and promotes sustainable for people to continue their personal growth agriculture practices and sustainable local and serve their communities. Membership is Park & Bark Kennels Inc. and regional food systems. free. Over 7,700 members are from Monroe 1761 Hilton Parma Rd., Spencerport, N.Y. County and the surrounding area. 14559 (585) 261-2140 New Yorkers for Constitutional Purpose: A no-kill shelter that seeks to place Freedoms Open Door Mission Inc. dogs in homes where they will be best P.O. Box 107, Spencerport, N.Y. 14559 Caring Center —156 N. Plymouth Ave., matched. Provides medical care and training www.nycf.info Rochester, N.Y. 14608 to dogs waiting for homes. (585) 225-2340 Samaritan House Rescue Shelter — 210 West Purpose: Lobbies in Albany on religious, family Main St., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 Partners in Community Development and moral issues from a Christian perspective. www.opendoormissionrocny.org 45 Maxson St., Rochester, N.Y. 14609 (585) 454-6696 www.partnersincommunitydevelopment.org The Norman Howard School Fax (585) 454-2092 (585) 678-4080 275 Pinnacle Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14623 Michael J. Hennessy, executive director Len Statham, executive director www.normanhoward.org [email protected] [email protected] (585) 334-8010 The Open Door Mission is a Christian Res- Partners in Community Development is dedi- Admissions Contact: Julie Murray cue Mission founded to provide for the cated to providing high quality on-site activi- The Norman Howard School is an independ- spiritual and physical needs of the impov- ties and services at low-income housing ent day school for students in grades 5-12 erished and homeless men, women and communities that promote community, toler- with language-based learning disabilities. children of Rochester by restoring hope ance, empowerment, and wellness. Our serv- Students feel comfortable, confident and safe and changing lives. Programs & Services ices are comprised of the following: when they go to school. The main focus of offered: Men's Shelter, Community Meals, Neighborhood Enrichment, Children & Fam- the program is to assist students in reaching Men, Women & Children Free Clothing ily Services (including licensed child care), their potential by combining learning strate- Distribution, Men's Christian Life Recov- Senior Services and Case Management serv- gies and remediation with an individualized ery Program (12-14 month resident pro- ices. learning plan in a supportive environment. gram). Pathstone Nurses House Inc. Central Administrative Office 2113 Western Ave., Ste. 2, Guilderland, N.Y. Order of the Sons of Italy in America 400 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y.14607 12084 Vincent Lombardi Lodge (585) 340-3300 www.nurseshouse.org Sons of Italy #2270 Inc. (518) 456-7858, ext. 25 10 Debran Dr., Henrietta, N.Y. 14467 Pegasus Early Music Nurses House is a charitable organization of- (585) 334-6641 211 Cobbs Hill Dr., Rochester, N.Y. 14610 fering assistance to registered nurses in need Purpose: Seeks to unite people of Italian www.PegasusEarlyMusic.org heritage regardless of their religious, politi- due to illness, injury or other dire circum- (585) 703-3990 cal or personal opinions. Engages in activi- stance. The organization provides help with Deborah Fox, director basic necessary living expenses (including ties showing a deep respect and regard for Pegasus Early Music is Rochester’s Early Music prescriptions, health insurance, rent or mort- Italian heritage and culture while also con- concert series. We engage the Rochester com- gage, food and utilities) to nurses and their centrating on the richness of life in Amer- munity with our music, artistic interactions families in need. ica. and organizational collaborations, and educational initiatives such as demonstrations Purpose: Provides quality housing and serv- PFLAG Rochester and pre-concert talks. ices for low-to-moderate income senior citi- c/o GAGV, 179 Atlantic Ave., Rochester, N.Y. zens in Perinton. 14607 www.pflag.org Penfield Public Library (585) 234-0156 1985 Baird Rd., Penfield, N.Y. 14526 Perinton Historical Society and Purpose: Promotes the health and well-being www.penfieldlibrary.org Fairport Museum of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender per- (585) 340-8720 18 Perrin St., Fairport, N.Y. 14450 Fax (585) 340-8748 sons, their families and friends through: sup- www.perintonhistoricalsociety.org Bernadette Brinkman, library director port, to cope with an adverse society; (585) 223-3989 The Penfield Public Library, a member of the education, to enlighten an ill-informed pub- Monroe County Library System, provides the Bob Hunt, PHS president lic; and advocacy, to end discrimination and residents of Penfield with a collection of print [email protected] to secure equal civil rights. and non-print materials as well as technol- Vicki Masters Profitt, Fairport Museum direc- ogy, programs, and gathering spaces for dis- tor cussion, to meet informal learning and [email protected] Pittsford Little League informational, cultural, and recreational The Perinton Historical Society is a volun- P.O. Box 313, Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 needs of patrons of all ages. teer-based organization that operates the www.pittsfordlittleleague.org Fairport Museum at 18 Perrin St. in the Vil- (585) 383-1564 lage of Fairport and maintains its collec- Purpose: Youth baseball and softball Perinatal Network of Monroe County tions. The mission of the PHS is to promote 339 East Ave., Ste. 203, Rochester, N.Y. 14604 interest in preserving and sharing local his- (585) 546-4930 tory through education and accessibility. To Pittsford Musicals Inc. fulfill this bjective, the PHS sponsors educa- P.O. Box 362, Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 tional programs for adults and children, his- www.pittsfordmusicals.org Perinton Churches Housing toric home and cemetery tours, and (585) 586-1500 1030 Whitney Rd., East Fairport, N.Y. 14450 publishes the Historigram, a newsletter con- Purpose: Provides an opportunity for adults www.seniorlivinginperinton.org taining articles about local history, events in the community to participate in amateur (585) 377-4390 and special exhibits. musical theater, provides entertainment for

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Log on to nydailyrecord.com and click on “View Today’s Digital Edition” the local community and awards scholarships Pre-Trial Services Corporation Rochester, develops, finances and manages to Pittsford and other area high school stu- 80 W. Main St., Ste 200, Rochester, N.Y. 14614 housing for individuals and families in the 12 dents wishing to pursue studies in www.monroepretrialservices.org counties of the Diocese of Rochester. Our theater/creative arts. (585) 454-7350 Ext. 3005 mission is to strengthen families and commu- Fax (585) 454-0479 nities by creating and providing access to Craig McNair, executive director quality affordable housing enriched by the Pittsford Youth Services Inc. Pre-Trial Services Corporation is a nonprofit availability of supportive services. criminal justice agency which provides high 35 Lincoln Ave., Ste. 208, Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 quality intervention and alternative to deten- www.pittsfordyouthservices.org tion services to persons accused of crime in Publick Musick (585) 248-6299 Monroe County. www.publickmusick.org Fax (585)248-6297 (585) 586-0594 Lisa Fulmer, LCSW-R, executive director Thomas Folan, artistic director Mission: Pittsford Youth Services Inc. is dedi- Prevention 1st [email protected] cated to providing youth and their families 1 Grove St., Suite 235, Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 Robin Estleford, administrative assistant with professional and confidential social www.prevention1st.org [email protected] work services. PYS enhances the quality of in- www.homefiredrill.org Publick Musick is a nationally recognized or- (585) 383-6505 chestra and choir devoted to performing the dividual and family life through counseling, Jack I. Dinaburg, president masterworks of the baroque era. Founded in advocacy, educational programs and infor- [email protected] 1995, Publick Musick is based in Rochester mational services. Preventable injuries kill more children than and appears regularly throughout the Eastern cancer, more teens than suicide, and more United States. young adults than violence. They are also a Pitty Love Rescue leading cause of death and disability for P.O. Box 24037, Rochester, N.Y. 14624 older adults. Prevention 1st helps people pro- Purple Pony Therapeutic (585) 376-0290 tect themselves and their loved ones from fire Horsemanship Inc. www.pittyloverescue.org and burns, falls, vehicle crashes and poison- 785 Whittier Rd., Spencerport, N.Y. 14559 www.purpleponyth.org Jenn Fedele ings. Our programs are especially designed to reach populations at highest risk for injury (585) 349-1481 Pitty Love is a pit bull specific rescue organi- including children, families in low-income Purpose: Provides equine opportunities to zation located in Rochester. We mainly serve communities, individuals with developmen- persons with disabilities and diverse needs. the Rochester, Buffalo, and Syracuse areas. tal disabilities and older adults. We are a no-kill organization and are striving to restore this wonderful breed to its former position of respect and honor. Pitty Love is Proclaim Evangelic Music Ministry dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and 271 Tumbleweed Dr., Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 responsible placement of abandoned, www.proclaimministry.org abused, and neglected pit bull and pit bull (585) 385-4049 Quad A for Kids An initiative of the Rochester Area Commu- mix dogs. Purpose: Aims to use classical music performed with the highest quality as an evangelic instru- nity Foundation ment to witness and to spread the gospel of www.quadaforkids.org Jesus Christ to all nations and people. (585) 341-4400 Planned Parenthood of the [email protected] Rochester/Syracuse Region Mission: Quad A for Kids is a volunteer 114 University Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 Project Urge fundraising organization dedicated to reduc- www.pprsr.org 31 W. Church St., Fairport, N.Y. 14450 ing juvenile social problems and improving 1 (800) 600-6886 www.projecturge.org the life prospects of economically disadvan- Planned Parenthood of the Rochester/Syracuse (585) 223-8340 taged children in Rochester. It funds and sup- Region empowers individuals to take responsi- Purpose: Urban revitalization by connecting ports community-based athletic, artistic and bility for their sexual and reproductive health and uniting churches, organizations and indi- academic programs which expose young peo- by providing health care, support for survivors viduals that are working together to break ple to positive role models and direct them into productive alternatives and away from of sexual assault, education and advocacy. down barriers of poverty, race and despair in the name of Jesus Christ. the destructive activities of the street.

Polisseni Foundation Providence Housing Development 375 Woodcliff Dr., Fairport, N.Y. 14450 Corporation www.polissenifoundation.com 1150 Buffalo Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 (585) 641-0145 www.ProvidenceHousing.org Purpose: Assists organizations and groups in (585) 328-3210 R Community Bikes Inc. meeting community need and improving John McDermott, executive director 226 Hudson Ave., P.O. Box 26471, Rochester, quality of life in the areas of education, Providence Housing Development Corpora- N.Y. 14626 human services, and civic improvement tion, a not-for-profit corporation affiliated www.rcommunitybikes.net within Upstate New York. with Catholic Charities of the Diocese of (585) 234-2008 Dan Lill, director (585) 442-6470 Unity Dental at Ridgeway [email protected] Purpose: Provides advocacy and independent 2655 Ridgeway Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14626 “R” Community Bikes is a grassroots, 501(c)(3) living services for individuals with disabilities. (585) 295-1890 organization that collects and prepares used rpcn.org bicycles for distribution, free of charge, to RPCN is a Federally Qualified Health Center Rochester’s most needy children and adults. A Regional Primary Care Network that ensures primary care services for the secondary but equally important aspect of (RPCN) poor and medically underserved in Monroe, our mission is the repair of bikes brought to RPCN Medical/Dental Center Livingston, Wayne, Ontario, Yates and Oneida us by our target population Our mission, Rushville Community Health Center counties. RPCN health centers offer medical, therefore, is to meet the basic transportation 2 Rubin Drive, Rushville, N.Y. 14544 dental and behavioral health services and needs of those in the community who de- (585) 554-4400 welcome patients with major/private insur- pend on bikes for recreation and also to get (315) 279-6705 ance coverage, as well as Medicaid, Medicare, to work, school, rehabilitation programs and RPCN Dental Centers training sessions. For this segment of the Family or Child Health Plus, or Healthy New Livingston Community Health Center York. population, quality of life and ability to par- 1 Murray Hill Drive, Building #1, Room #140 RPCN is also able to offer access to quality ticipate in our community are greatly en- Mt. Morris, N.Y. 14510 hanced when our mission is achieved. “R” (585) 243-7840 health care for patients who don’t have insur- Community Bikes also provides a venue for (585) 335-1751 ance or don’t have enough insurance through the Rochester bicycling community to con- Wayne Community Health Center its sliding fee scale discount program. Call duct educational programs relative to bicycle *Temporarily closed for renovations — look any one of our network health centers to see safety and maintenance. for a full service dental site in fall 2014. if you qualify. 1519 Nye Road, Lyons, N.Y. 14489 1 (877) 544-6805 Rape Crisis Service of Planned RPCN Affiliated Medical Centers Retrouvaille of Rochester Parenthood of the Rochester/ Clinton Family Health Center P.O. Box 142, North Chili, N.Y. 14514 Syracuse Region 303 Upper Falls Blvd., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 www.retrouvaille.org 114 University Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 (585) 922-0200 (585) 293-1552 www.pprsr.org Genesee Health Service Purpose: Offers tools needed to rediscover a (585) 546-2777 (Monroe County) 222-224 Alexander St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 loving marriage relationship. 1-800-527-1757 (Orleans, Genesee, Livingston (585) 922-8003 and Wyoming counties) Northeast Health Center Fax (585) 454-7001 1425 Portland Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14621 Roberts Wesleyan College The Rape Crisis Service of PPRSR provides cri- TWIG Medical Clinic: (585) 922-4882 Department of Graduate Business sis intervention and support services to Outpatient Department: (585) 922-4101 2301 Westside Dr., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 women, children, and men who are victims Unity Family Medicine at Orchard Street www.roberts.edu/SNL-CERT of sexual assault and their significant others. 158 Orchard St., Rochester, N.Y. 14611 (585) 594-6024 Trained counselors are available 24 hours a (585) 368-4500 Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership (Offered in day, 7 days a week to provide information Unity Family Medicine at St. Bernard’s Partnership with the Ad Council of and support. Services are free and confiden- 2260 Lake Ave., Suite 1000, Rochester, N.Y. Rochester): A 17-week program designed to tial. Rape Crisis Service serves Monroe, Or- 14612 develop the strategies and skills nonprofit leans, Genesee, Livingston and Wyoming (585) 254-1850 leaders needed to deliver high impact, imme- counties. Unity Family Medicine at St. Mary’s diate value back to their nonprofit organiza- 89 Genesee St., Bishop Kearney Building, 3rd tions. floor Recovery Houses of Rochester Inc. Rochester, N.Y. 14611 1320 Buffalo Road, Ste. 203, Rochester, N.Y. (585) 368-3031 Roc City Roller Derby Inc. 14624 Unity Ob/GYN at West Main P.O. Box 77515, Rochester, N.Y. 14617 recoveryhousesofrochester.org 819 West Main St., Rochester, N.Y. 14611 (585) 730-4422 (585) 235-4860 www.rocderby.com Fax (585) 730-4488 Unity Pediatrics (585) 348-SK8R (7587) Van Smith director/founder 819 West Main St., Rochester, N.Y. 14611 [email protected] We offer a safe living environment for recov- (585) 235-0360 Mission statement: To foster national and in- ering alcohol and drug addicts, by providing a Women’s Center at Clinton Family ternational amateur sports competition by peer-guided program in a family setting. RHR 309 Upper Falls Blvd., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 publicizing, enrolling and training amateur is a nonprofit organization that encourages (585) 922-0260 female athletes to participate in flat track men ages 18 and older to change and im- Women’s Center at Rochester General roller derby competitions. prove the quality of their lives. Hospital 1415 Portland Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14621 (585) 922-4200 Rochester Academy of Medicine Regional Center for Independent RPCN Affiliated Dental Centers 1441 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14610 Living Inc. Unity Dental Center (585) 271-1313 497 State St., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 89 Genesee St., Rochester, N.Y. 14611 Fax (585) 271-4172 www.rcil.org (585) 368-3800 [email protected] Rochester AmeriCorps over 50 years. RBTL’s mission is to provide op- Founded in 1987, Rochester City Ballet is Damon City Campus portunities for all people to experience, un- Rochester’s preeminent professional ballet 228 E. Main St., #5232, Rochester, N.Y. 14604 derstand and enjoy the best in arts and company, mixing award-winning contempo- www.RochesterAmeriCorps.org performance through its education programs, rary works with classic story ballets to create (585) 262-1778 events and activities. a unique and unmistakable quality of art. Fax (585) 262-1565 RCB presents a full season of quality dance to Marilyn Rosché, director diverse audiences and helps keep the arts RochesterCares Inc. [email protected] alive by continuing its mission to nurture and 846 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 AmeriCorps is a national service program of- demonstrate dance of the highest technical www.rochestercares.org excellence. fering opportunities for individuals to serve (585) 428-7231 their country through community service. For RochesterCares Inc. is an all volunteer organi- a full-time term of service, AmeriCorps mem- zation that connects residents of the greater Rochester City Schools bers receive a modest living allowance and Rochester area with community service. Our an education award. 131 W. Broad St., Rochester, N.Y. 14614 projects are designed to educate and involve www.rcsdk12.org residents in the service, educational, and en- (585) 262-8100 vironmental needs of greater Rochester and Rochester Area Community Purpose: Offers opportunities for students to its network of service agencies. We provide enroll in world-class programs with world- Foundation citizens, groups and employee groups with class teachers and staff in supportive com- 500 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 community service opportunities. Each proj- munities of learning. www.racf.org ect is fully managed and geared toward re- (585) 271-4100 sults-based outcomes. Jennifer Leonard, president and CEO The Rochester Civic Garden Center Purpose: The Community Foundation works 5 Castle Park, Rochester, N.Y. 14620 with philanthropists and community partners Rochester Childfirst Network www.rcgc.org to create positive, enduring community 941 South Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 (585) 473-5130 change. Since 1972, named funds established RCN4kids.org Christine Froehlich, executive director by caring individuals, families, and organiza- (585) 473-2858 The Rochester Civic Garden Center Garden tions have awarded more than $312 million [email protected] Center is the Horticultural Education Center in grants and scholarships, principally in the Description: RCN is ... a preschool; an after- eight-county greater Rochester region. Foun- school program; a place for children with for the Genesee Region of New York state. dation staff work closely with prospective special needs; a leader in early education for The Garden Center, a not-for-profit organiza- donors and their legal and financial advisors over 150 years. RCN is a not-for-profit agency tion, was founded in 1945 and chartered by to create donor advised funds, endowments dedicated to advancing the quality of early the New York State board of Regents in 1950 and planned gifts that yield a better region education and care in Western New York as a non-profit educational organization. We and world today and in the future. through leadership, advocacy and innovative offer a variety of classes, lectures and an ex- direct services to children. cellent horticultural library.

Rochester Birding Association www.rochesterbirding.com Rochester Children’s Scholarship Fund Rochester Contemporary Art Center (585) 671-9639 Inc. 137 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14604 Purpose: Supports and provides information 131 W. Broad St., Rochester, N.Y. 14514 rochestercontemporary.org about Rochester birding. www.rcsf.info (585) 461-2222 (585) 262-8783 Bleu Cease, executive director/curator [email protected] [email protected] Rochester Boys Choir Purpose: For over 90 years, RCSF has provided Rochester Contemporary Art Center is a stipends to Rochester City School students in 1050 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 venue for the exchange of ideas. As a center grades 9 -12 who have maintained a high www.rochesterboyschoir.org for thoughtful contemporary art, we provide grade point average and meet federal finan- (585) 271-1050 unique encounters for audiences and extraor- cial guidelines. Our students are positive role Purpose: Seeks to provide a quality choral ex- dinary opportunities for artists. perience that will identify, nurture, and de- models in the community. The program mo- velop the singing and musical talents of boys tivates them to achieve high scholastic per- in the greater Rochester area. formance and complete high school. Over 90% of our students graduate high school in Rochester Downtown 4 years and attend college/universities. Development Corp. Rochester Broadway Theatre League 1 HSBC Plaza, 100 Chestnut St., Ste 1910, 885 E. Main St., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 Rochester, N.Y. 14604 www.rbtl.org Rochester City Ballet www.rochesterdowntown.org (585) 325-7760 1326 University Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 (585) 263-6950 Fax (585) 325-6742 www.rochestercityballet.com Purpose: To spur further business develop- [email protected] (585) 461-5850 ment in the downtown area by providing RBTL (owners & operators of the Auditorium Kathy Ertsgaard, executive director easy access to a comprehensive database, to Theatre) has been entertaining Rochester for [email protected] expand downtown residential neighborhoods and encourage housing development and and enable “greener” (more energy efficient, pating provider community to deliver high conversion, and to connect people with a resource-conserving, and sustainable) ways of quality, efficient health care. wide variety of urban lifestyle options. doing business in the greater Rochester region. Rochester Interfaith Jail Ministry Rochester Education Foundation Robert Crystal, President and CEO 2 Riverside St., Rochester, N.Y. 14613 250 Mill St., Rochester, N.Y. 14614 Rochester Health Inc. Rochestereducation.org www.rijministry.org The Powers Building,16 W. Main St., Ste. 200, (585) 458-5423 (585) 271-5790 Rochester, N.Y. 14614 [email protected] [email protected] www.rochesterhealth.com RIJM has served the Monroe County jails and Patricia Braus, executive director (585) 454-1490 some state facilities since 1974. We visit in- Since 2005, Rochester Education Foundation Maria D. Magans, business development mates and conduct self-awareness groups, has provided resources and programs sup- director offer a listening ear to prisoners and family porting city students, including musical in- Rochester Health is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) or- members, and are a source of support and struments and musical opportunities, new information for both the prisoner and family. books for book clubs and parent-student ganization that created RochesterHealth.com, a community-centered website which con- RIJM offers a course in the jail using “Houses events, paid summer work internships and of Healing” as our textbook. We are a small nects Rochester-area residents to local college access opportunities. REF supports the agency dedicated to helping people to reinte- success of city students through partnerships healthcare resources, including physicians, grate into their community and to change with businesses, educators and the commu- dentists, allied-health professionals, health their lives so that they are not at risk to re- nity. facilities, medical services, service agencies & turn to jail or prison. We are supported en- support groups. The mission of Rochester- tirely by individual gifts and donations. Health.com is to improve access to care in the Rochester Eye & Tissue Bank Rochester area by providing a comprehen- 524 White Spruce Blvd., Rochester, NY, 14623 sive, centralized, up-to-date directory of med- Rochester Landscape www.retb.org ical professionals and healthcare services Technicians Program 16 Edmonds St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 (585) 272-7890 enabling patients and their families to match www.rltp.org Serving the community since 1952, the appropriate healthcare providers and med- agency recovers, processes, preserves and dis- (585) 242-7590 ical services to their specific medical condi- Marci Muller, executive director tributes ocular, musculoskeletal, skin and car- tions and health concerns. [email protected] diovascular tissues for transplant, medical RLTP is a workforce development agency as- education and research; educates the public sisting youth and adults, who have barriers to about organ, eye and tissue donation; pro- Rochester Hearing and Speech Center employment, become work-ready and on the vides in-service programs for healthcare pro- 1000 Elmwood Ave., Suite 400, Rochester, N.Y. path to self-sufficiency. Using horticultural fessionals and funds transplant-related 14620 training to develop transferable work skills, medical research. Also in Greece and Webster we offer job-readiness education and supervised work experience to help prepare our www.rhsc.org participants for unsubsidized employment. Rochester Flute Association (585) 271-0680 5 Field Gate Circle, Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 Fax (585) 442-4114 www.rfaonline.org TTY (585) 442-2985 Rochester Museum & Science Center (585) 359-9593 Scott Perkins, director of marketing and com- 657 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 munications www.rmsc.org [email protected] (585) 271-4320 Rochester Flying Club Inc. Rochester Hearing and Speech Center identi- Kate Bennett, president 1313 Scottsville Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 fies, evaluates and provides treatment for The RMSC includes the museum/science cen- children and adults with speech and hearing ter and Strasenburgh Planetarium in Rochester, and the Cumming Nature Center needs. Its goal is giving back communication The Rochester Green Business near Naples. Through hands-on experiences, and quality of life to those it serves. Its suc- the RMSC stimulates broad community inter- Network cess with hearing and speech clients over the www.ceinfo.org est and understanding of science and tech- years has allowed its growth into one of the nology, and their impact — past, present, (585) 262-2870 largest hearing and speech centers in the future — on our lives. Carol Zimberlin, acting program director Northeast. RGBN is a program of the Center for Environ- mental Information, a Rochester-based non- Rochester Music Coalition profit educational organization dedicated to Rochester Individual Practice P.O. Box 26378, Rochester, N.Y. 14626 helping advance public understanding of en- Association Inc. www.rochestermusiccoalition.org vironmental issues and acting as a communi- 3540 Winton Place, Rochester, N.Y. 14623 (585) 235-8412 cation link among scientists, educators, www.ripa.org [email protected] decision makers and the public on environ- (585) 242-0610 Linda Fullerton, president/founder mental issues. RGBN’s mission is to promote Purpose: Provides resources for the partici- The Rochester Music Coalition is an organization set up to create a thriving, profitable County by providing educational, recre- Rochester School for the Deaf music community in the Greater Rochester ational, aesthetic and informational mate- 1545 St. Paul St., Rochester, N.Y. 14621 area, Monroe and Livingston counties of NY. rials, services and programs to help people www.RSDeaf.org The RMC is made up of all those who support follow their own line of inquiry and en- Voice and TTY (585) 544-1240 the art of music in our area and our goal is to lightenment. Through a partnership of Fax (585) 544-0383 build a music scene that our community and public and private resources, the library as- Frank Kruppenbacher, director, public rela- the nation can enjoy. sists the city and county in meeting the tions needs of the community by operating cen- Paul Holmes, director, services for children tral and branch libraries, conducting out- [email protected] Rochester Oratorio Society reach programs and providing services to Purpose: With Regents-level pre-K though 1050 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 member libraries of the Monroe County Li- 12th grade educational programs, outreach www.rossings.org brary System. In all its endeavors, the li- services, and cultural support, Rochester (585) 473-2234 School for the Deaf (RSD) is one of America’s Eric Townell, artistic director brary maintains and promotes the Founded in 1945, the ROS produces live principles of intellectual freedom and premier schools specializing in the education choral music of the highest quality, engag- equality of access. of children with hearing loss. Since 1876, RSD ing and entertaining our community in nu- has built successful futures for deaf and hard merous musical genres. Our volunteer of hearing children and their families in chorus performs to professional standards Rochester Rehabilitation Western and Central New York state. providing our audience a consistently supe- 1000 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 rior and pleasingly unique musical experi- rochesterrehab.org ence. A stunning performance season is now (585) 271-2520 Rochester’s Child in rehearsal. Join us. The ROS also produces John H. Olsan MPH, president/CEO 500 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 Classical Idol, a vocal competition showcas- Rochester Rehabilitation helps people lead Rochesterschild.org ing candidates from across the U.S. and more active, mobile and independent lives. (585) 271-4271, ext. 4304 Canada. Now in its eighth year, Classical Idol Working with a $10 million annual operating Fax (585) 271-4295 enhances Rochester’s musical reputation budget, the agency serves more than 3,300 Nancy Kaplan, coordinator people in the Greater Rochester area living around the world. The ROS, a symphony of [email protected] voices. with disabilities. Rochester’s Child’s mission is to support quality early childhood development in Monroe County. Community leaders, business repre- Rochester Orienteering Club Rochester RHIO sentatives and philanthropists volunteer to 40 Erie Cres., Fairport, N.Y. 14450 www.RochesterRHIO.org provide young children (prenatal through age roc.us.orienteering.org [email protected] 8) with a healthy start in school and in life. It (585) 377-5650 Rochester Regional Health Information Or- is a program of Rochester Area Community Purpose: Provides opportunities for ganization is a leading health information ex- Foundation Initiatives. orienteering. change, providing medical professionals and consenting patients in the Greater Rochester region with access to critical patient informa- Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra tion. Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester 108 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14604 1150 Buffalo Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14624 www.rpo.org www.dor.org Box Office (585) 454-2100 Rochester Roots Inc. (585) 328-3210 Administration (585) 454-7311 121 N. Fitzhugh St., Rochester, N.Y. 14614 Purpose: Since its founding by George East- www.rochesterroots.org man in 1922, the Rochester Philharmonic Or- (585) 232-1463 Ronald McDonald House Charities chestra has been committed to enriching and Purpose: Develops self-reliance by providing of Rochester, NY Inc. inspiring our community through the art of the education and tools that help low-income 333 Westmoreland Drive, Rochester, N.Y. music. The RPO has been known for its high people obtain nutritious, locally grown food, 14620 standard of artistic excellence, unique tradi- and through the development and marketing www.ronaldshouse.com tion of musical versatility and deep commit- of urban produce and products. (585) 442-5437 ment to education and community Carol DeMoulin, executive director engagement. Mission: To create, find and support pro- Rochester Rotary Club grams that directly improve the health and 100 Meridian Centre, Suite 304, Rochester, well being of children. Ronald McDonald Rochester Public Library N.Y. 14618 House Charities provides lodging and sup- 115 South Ave. Rochester, NY 14604 www.rochesterrotary.org port to families whose children are receiving www.libraryweb.org (585) 546-7435 medical care in the Rochester area. RMHC (585) 428-7300 Purpose: A member-centered community operates two Ronald McDonald Houses, one Patricia Uttaro, director service organization enriching the lives of located on Westmoreland Drive and the The Rochester Public Library enriches the world neighbors, city youth and people with other inside Golisano Children’s Hospital at quality of life in Rochester and Monroe disabilities. Strong. Rush-Henrietta Soccer Club The Salvation Army of SCORE, Greater Rochester Chapter P.O. Box 945, Henrietta, N.Y. 14467 Greater Rochester 100 State St., #410, Rochester, N.Y. 14614 www.rhsoccer.org 70 Liberty Pole Way, Rochester, N.Y. 14604 www.scorerochester.org (585) 234-0245 RochesterSalvationArmy.org (585) 263-6473 Purpose: Provides opportunities for local chil- Facebook.com/TheSalvationArmyRochester Contact: Julian Yudelson, (585) 473-8385 or dren to play and learn the game of soccer. (585) 987-9500 [email protected] Fax: (585) 987-9599 Greater Rochester SCORE volunteers provide Majors Douglas and Judy Hart, area coordina- confidential, free counseling, and low-cost Ruth A. Lawrence Poison tors workshops for area small businesses and non- The Salvation Army of Greater Rochester’s and Drug Information Center profits. The Rochester chapter of this na- mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ 601 Elmwood Ave., Box 321, Rochester, N.Y. tional organization has nearly 100 members and meet human needs in his name without 14642 with a wide range of experiences who will discrimination. We serve the community www.fingerlakespoison.org through three Centers for Worship & Service counsel your organization in areas such as EMERGENCY 1 (800) 222-1222 — providing support groups and youth activi- marketing, human relations, fundraising and EMERGENCY TTY (585) 273-3854 ties such as day camps and afterschool pro- organization strategy. Contact Greater Office (585) 273-4155 grams, four homeless shelters — providing Rochester SCORE to register for workshops or John G. Benitez, MD, MPH, managing director almost 100 beds for men, women and chil- request a meeting for counseling. Susan Fritsch, office manager dren, an Emergency and Family Services pro- Purpose: The Poison Center is here to serve gram — providing immediate help for the needs of the Monroe, Wayne, Seneca, families in crisis, and Christmas programs — Scottsville Ice Arena Cayuga, Livingston, Ontario, Yates, Tompkins, offering food and gifts for those who may 1800 Scottsville-Chili Rd., Scottsville, N.Y. 14546 Steuben, Chemung, Schuyler and Tioga coun- otherwise go without. www.scottsvilleicearena.com ties to prevent poisoning and minimize the (585) 889-1817 effects of poisoning on a 24/7 basis. We pro- We are a 501(c)(3) ice facility located in the vide management advice to the general pub- Saving Grace Ministries of Rochester lic, healthcare, health departments, EMS and Town of Wheatland/Village of Scottsville. We Corporate Headquarters are home to two high school hockey pro- industry to prevent and treat poisoning. We 1140 Norton St., Rochester, N.Y. 14621 grams,Churchville-Chili Saints and the also provide public and healthcare profes- www.sgmworld.org/rochester Spencerport Rangers. Monore County Youth sional continuing education. “Grace House” Rochester Office (585) 473-9070 Hockey, Geneseo Youth Hockey and Tri- Fax (585) 473-4035 County Youth Hockey use us as their primary [email protected] facility. We offer programs from our begin- The Rev. Donald Buongiorne, director of ner/initiation program, mens league and a Community Outreach beginner mom’s hockey league. Agency Mission Statement: To provide a Saathi of Rochester smooth transition to community life for men P.O. Box 92, East Rochester, N.Y. 14445 recently released from a correctional facility, Scottsville Veterinary Adoptions www.saathiofrochester.org by providing a highly structured program 3750 Scottsville Rd., Scottsville, N.Y. 14546 (585) 234-1050 based on Christian principles. Grace House is www.petadoption.cc Purpose: Helps South Asian women who are the only transitional residence of its kind in (585) 889-8340 facing domestic violence, emotional abuse or the state of New York, designed to disciple Purpose: Pursues excellence in the areas of sexual assault. men who are on parole to become produc- pet acceptance, veterinary care delivery, pet tive for the kingdom of God, their families and their communities. We provide 24 hour sterilization, pet presentation for adoption Safe Kids Finger Lakes onsite program management, meals and and public education. 4230 Shortsville Rd., Shortsville, N.Y. 14548 lodging, employment opportunities, counsel- www.safekids.org ing, life skills training, bible study/fellowship, (585) 289-4871 recreation, community involvement and Sculpture Space, Inc. skfl@rochester.rr.com neighborhood support projects. Saving Grace 12 Gates St., Utica, N.Y. 13502 Donna Schaertl Ministries Rochester, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-ex- www.sculpturespace.org We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to empt organization. United Way Donor Desig- (315) 724-8381 the education and reduction of preventable nation number is 2533. Fax (315) 797-6639 injuries to children from birth to age 14. We [email protected] cover Ontario, Wayne, Yates and parts of Mission statement: Sculpture Space is an in- Monroe County. School of Holy Childhood ternational residency program that provides 100 Groton Pkwy, Rochester, N.Y. 14623 www.holychildhood.org specialized studio workspace for professional Saints and Sinners Inc. (585) 359-3710 artists whose focus is sculpture. We are dedi- 103 N. Main St., Fairport, N.Y. 14450 Purpose: Provide children and adults with de- cated to the belief that art, particularly sculp- www.sandscharities.org velopmental disabilities with the skills neces- ture, has the power to strengthen our Purpose: Provides funding to charities in the sary to achieve a maximum level of understanding of the world around us. We Rochester area. independence. are committed to providing artists with the time and resources to fully explore their cre- The Shepherd Home services through both our home-based and ative potential. Sculpture Space also seeks to 1959 Five Mile Line Rd., Penfield, N.Y. 14526 community-based programs, to children and expand public awareness of & support for www.shepherdhome.org their parents whose lives have been inter- contemporary art by creating opportunities (585) 381-0890 rupted by traumas such as child abuse, neg- for artists to share their work with the com- Purpose: Provides comfort and compassion- lect, domestic violence, fatalities and poverty. munity through exhibitions, lectures and ed- ate care to members of the community with Currently, SPCC has a menu of 8 programs ucational outreach. a terminal illness in a way that cherishes the which together serve over 8,000 individuals a dignity of each individual and meets their year, and the Finger Lakes WIC program that physical, emotional and spiritual needs. Pro- serves over 5,000 clients in Eastern Monroe, Sector 4 Community Development vides support to families and friends and fos- Wayne, Ontario Yates and Seneca counties Corporation ters community acceptance that dying is an each month. Mission statement: SPCC culti- Unity/St. Mary's Campus integral part of living. vates a strong and thriving community by 89 Genesee St., 1st floor, Rochester, N.Y. 14611 providing exceptional services to children sector4cdc.org and families. (585) 328-5750 SIS (585) 328-7351 63 Empire Blvd., Rochester, N.Y. 14609 Joan Roby-Davison, executive director (585) 730-5720 Society of Women Engineers Serving the South West Quadrant and Neigh- Fax (585) 730-5721 Rochester Section c/o Rochester borhoods: Sector 4 CDC was formed in 1996 as Kathy Williams, executive director Engineering Society part of the city's Neighbors Building Neighbor- SIS (Sustain, Inspire, Survive) is a not-for-profit 150 State St., Rochester, N.Y. 14614-1307 hoods initiatives, and serves as the economic charitable organization which raises funds to www.swerochester.org development arm of the South West Common financially assist those undergoing treatment The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is a for breast cancer. A 501(c)(3) organization, Council. Sector 4 CDC provides technical assis- not-for-profit educational and service organi- United Way Donor Designation #2440. tance for business associations in the south zation. SWE is the driving force that estab- west quadrant, brought together community lishes engineering as a highly desirable career members and others to plan for the Brooks aspiration for women. SWE empowers Sisters of St. Joseph Landing Project, and other development ini- women to succeed and advance in those as- 150 French Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14618 tiatives. Our mission is to build partnerships pirations and be recognized for their life- www.ssjrochester.org and collaborations between business, neigh- changing contributions and achievements as (585) 641-8184 borhood and community organizations and engineers and leaders. provide the tools, talent and techniques to Purpose: Pursues spirituality, service and renew, redevelop and rebuild the five com- community. mercial corridors in South West Rochester. Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum Snell Farm Children’s Center 7606 North Ontario St., Sodus Point, N.Y. Seneca Park Zoo Society 7320 Snell Hill Road, Bath, N.Y. 14810 14555 2222 St. Paul St., Rochester, N.Y. 14482 www.hillside.com www.sodusbaylighthouse.org www.senecaparkzoo.org (585) 256-7500 (315) 483-4936 (585) 336-7212 Service Integration Fax (315) 483-1396 Purpose: Provides resources necessary to en- Snell Farm Children’s Center, an affiliate of Joe O’Toole, director able the Seneca Park Zoo to serve the public’s Hillside Family of Agencies, provides special- [email protected] conservation, education and recreation needs ized residential treatment for adolescent The Sodus Bay Historical Society operates a more effectively and to support the mission boys. local history museum in the Sodus Bay Light- of the Seneca Park Zoo. Responsible for pub- house, which was built in 1870. Exhibitions lic relations, marketing, education, develop- include lighthouse tools, Fresnel lenses, mar- ment, corporate relations, membership, Society for the Protection itime artifacts, ship models, railroads and admissions, retail gift and food services and and Care of Children trolleys, and a commemoration of the War of special events and a variety of capital im- 148 S. Fitzhugh St., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 1812 Battle of Sodus Point. Visitors can climb provements. www.spcc-roch.org the lighthouse tower, enjoy beautiful gar- (585) 325-6101 dens, and shop for unique gifts. The grounds Fax (585) 325-6960 are available for weddings. The museum is Seniorsfirst Communities and Services Lisa Butt, president and CEO open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday 254 Alexander St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 The Society for the Protection and Care of through Sunday, from May 1 through Oct. 31. www.seniorsfirst.com Children (SPCC) has been providing critical (585) 461-1991, ext. 3052 services to children and families since it was Purpose: Provides a full-range of senior founded in 1875, just five days after the first Sojourner House at Pathstone lifestyle options in the Rochester area, includ- SPCC was established in New York City. SPCC’s 30 Millbank St., Rochester, N.Y. 14619 ing: at-home assistance; social day & respite main office is located in a home nestled in www.sojounerhouse.org programs; short and long term skilled nurs- the residential Corn Hill neighborhood. SPCC (585) 436-7100 ing, Alzheimer’s care; and both independent has a team of dedicated staff who are com- Fax (585) 436-7497 and assisted living apartment homes. mitted to providing quality, evidenced based Germain G. Knapp [email protected] ports the operations of a 3-room Maternal health diagnosis or living with someone who To provide shelter, structure, strength and in- and Infant Care Medical Clinic in Panthur, does. Also a bi-monthly Caregivers’ Group for spiration so individuals and families can live South Sudan. Our mission is to provide those caring for an older adult. more responsible and meaningful lives. birthing support and prevent and treat common diseases/malnutrition for those that suf- fer from the highest mortality rates in the SportsNet Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State world. 1000 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 Historic State Park SportsNetNY.org 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424 (585) 271-1894 www.sonnenberg.org Special Olympics NY Genesee Region Nancy Steinkamp, manager (585) 394-4922 1 Grove St., Ste. 216, Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 SportsNet provides inclusive sports and recre- Fax (585) 394-2192 www.specialolympicsny.org ation opportunities for people with physical David Hutchings, executive director (585) 586-7400 challenges. Working with area organizations, [email protected] Fax (585) 586-7065 sports clubs, recreational facilities and sports Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansions State His- Laurie Kennedy professionals, the goal of the program is to toric Park preservers, interprets and pro- [email protected] create a great sports experience for people of motes the life, times and legacy of Year round sports training and competition all abilities. Canandaigua’s Thompson family estate, for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Sonnenberg. Sonnenberg began as a summer home for philanthropists Frederick Fer- St. Padre Pio Institute of Rochester Inc. ris Thompson and his wife, Mary Clark Spencerport Ecumenical Food Shelf 1510 Lyell Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14606 Thompson. In 1973 the “Sonnenberg Gar- 425 Ogden Pamatil Rd., Spencerport, N.Y. www.stpadrepiochapel.com dens” nonprofit organization obtained the 14559 Chapel — 141 Frank DiMino Way, Rochester, N.Y. 14624 title to part of the original estate and (585) 277-4917 (585) 594-5220 opened Sonnenberg’s gates to the public. Purpose: A delivery-only food bank serving the Spencerport school district and parts of Fax (585) 647-6427 Just over 30 years later in 2005, the site be- North Chili. [email protected] came a New York State Historic Park. While Contact Sam Simone, (585) 329-9300 Sonnenberg operates in cooperation with A nonprofit organization 501(c)(3) that pro- the State of New York, it is supported en- Spencerport Volunteer Ambulance motes devotion to St. Padre Pio through the tirely by the activities of its nonprofit or- Service creation of a chapel and other religious activ- ganization. Sonnenberg is a 50-acre estate 116 Lyell Ave., Spencerport, N.Y. 14559 ities related to Padre Pio and the tenants of featuring a 40-room Victorian mansion, www.spencerportambulance.org the Roman Catholic Church. nine elegantly restored gardens, and a (585) 352-4742 greenhouse complex. Visitors can tour the mansion, gardens and one of the few re- St. John’s Home maining Lord & Burnham Greenhouses in Spina Bifida Association of 150 Highland Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 the entire U.S. Besides being a popular Greater Rochester www.stjohnshome.com tourist and wedding site, Sonnenberg is true P.O. Box 3, Fairport, N.Y. 14450 (585) 760-1300 to its educational mission and features a Dawn Clark, admissions www.sbaa.org wide range of public cultural, historical and Rochester’s only Eden Alternative Nursing (585) 388-7450 Home — providing long term care, rehabili- horticultural-based events. Purpose: Promotes the prevention of spina tation, comfort care/hospice, Alzheimer’s/de- bifida and seeks to enhance the lives of those mentia care and adult day services. affected. South East Area Coalition 1045 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 www.southwedge.com/southeast-area- St. John’s Meadows Spiritus Christi Mental Health Center coalition/ 1 Johnsarbor Dr., West Rochester, N.Y. 14620 121 N. Fitzhugh St., Rochester, N.Y. 14614 (585) 244-7405 www.st-johns-meadows.org www.scmentalhealth.org Purpose: Works to strengthen the bonds of (585) 442-1300 (585) 325-1180 community in Southeast Rochester in order Cindy Ruscio, community representative to make it the best place to live, work, play Fax (585) 325-1191 Independent and assisted living choices for and learn. Maureen Marlow, RN, CASAC, director Offers comprehensive mental health care at seniors. no cost to uninsured and underinsured youth South Sudan Village Care Foundation and adults in the Greater Rochester area. Also P.O. Box 16242, Rochester, N.Y. 14612 offers three weekly support meetings as fol- St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center www.sudanvillagecare.org lows: Wesley’s Mothers, a meeting for moth- 417 South Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 (585) 723-0227 ers of incarcerated children; The Living www.sjncenter.org Martha Dieter, Board of Directors chairperson Room, a meeting of peers with problems in (585) 325-5260 Founded in 2011 by former “Lost Boy” Palath living; Mental Health Support Group, for Fax (585) 325-3017 Thonchar, the foundation has built and sup- those who are either struggling with a mental Christine Wagner, SSJ, executive director [email protected] Volunteers are always welcome and needed, The Strong The center offers comprehensive medical and help us help others and make a real differ- 1 Manhattan Square, Rochester, N.Y. 14607 counseling services to people who are unin- ence in people’s lives. www.thestrong.org sured or under-insured, in addition to social (585) 263-2700 work and literacy programs. Services are pro- The Strong is a highly interactive, collections- vided primarily by professional and lay vol- Stand Up Guys based educational institution devoted to the unteers. Crime Victims Resource Center study and exploration of play. It carries out 244 S. Plymouth Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 this mission through five programmatic arms www.standupguys.org called “Play Partners.” These are the National St. Joseph’s Villa (585) 546-7826 Museum of Play, the International Center for 3300 Dewey Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14616 Purpose: To end violence against women and the History of Electronic Games, the National www.stjosephsvilla.org children and to promote gender equality, Toy Hall of Fame, the Brian Sutton-Smith Li- (585) 865-1550 safety and justice in our community. We ac- brary and Archives of Play, and the American St. Joseph’s Villa provides services to over complish this mission through prevention ed- Journal of Play. The Strong houses the world’s ucation, community projects and by holding 2,000 young people and families. Through a most comprehensive collection of historical events and activities that raise awareness. comprehensive continuum of care, we are materials related to play. able to address mental health needs, trauma, academic challenges, life skills development, chemical dependency and eating STEP Council of the The Summit Federal Credit Union 100 Marina Dr., Rochester, N.Y. 14626 disorders. Services are provided through Genesee Region Inc. www.summitfcu.org community-based programs where Villa staff P.O. Box 18023, Rochester, N.Y. 14618 (585) 453-7000 work with youth and families in their home, www.stepems.org Toll free 1 (800) 836-SFCU schools and neighborhoods. When youth www.EmergencyServicesDirectory.org Randy Saltzman, VP/marketing need a higher level intervention, the Villa The mission of STEP is to inform and educate the EMS community and to promote opportu- [email protected] also provides specialized residential services. Mission: The Summit Federal Credit Union is A strength-based, family-centered approach nities for the improvement of the EMS system. The Emergency Services Directory is a a not-for-profit financial institution owned is used to help kids overcome challenges, live and operated by our members. We are dedi- successfully within their families and com- comprehensive reference source of information about local, state and national organiza- cated to “People Not Profits,” and provide munities and build positive lives in the com- affordable products and services to over munity. tions which provide and support emergency services. 80,000 active members. We have 18 full-service branches spanning Buffalo, Rochester, Seneca Falls, Syracuse and Cortland. The St. Vincent De Paul Society/St. Francis Summit strongly believes in giving back to Xavier Cabrini Conference Stepping Stones Learning Center 41 Colebrook Drive, Rochester NY 14617 the communities we serve through financial 124 Evergreen St, Rochester, N.Y. 14605 education and other meaningful support for (585) 338-2330 www.steppingstoneslearning.com (585) 467-4567 charitable organizations in our market We are the social ministry committee of areas. SFXC Parish. Our mission is the unmet need Stepping Stones Learning Center is a fully in- of the people living in the northeast section clusive program serving children and youth of Rochester. We work toward systemic with and without special needs from birth to age 21. Our 140 teachers and therapists serve Susan B. Anthony House change to eliminate poverty. Our main 17 Madison St., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 more than 500 children/youth and their fam- focus is helping our clients find resources www.susanbanthonyhouse.org ilies from throughout the greater Rochester around them to raise their standard of liv- (585) 235-6124 Visitors Center area with nearly every school district and mu- ing. We give these same folks furniture to (585) 279-7490, Administrative Offices nicipality represented in our population of improve their quality of life, get them off Fax (585) 328-1549 clients. Services provided include special edu- the floor and give them a more human exis- Ellen K. Wheeler, public relations and com- tence. We accept donations of all gently cation, speech, occupational, physical and munications director used household items, especially furniture. music therapies as well as social work, psy- [email protected] Pots and pans are another huge demand chological, respite, community habilitation The National Susan B. Anthony House pre- Item. Call the office to schedule a pick-up. and autism services. All of our programs have serves the National Historic Landmark where The fourth Saturday of the month we accept grown to gain a local, regional and even na- the great reformer lived for 40 of her most electronics for recycling from 9 a.m. to 2 tional reputation for excellence, garnering politically active years, collects and exhibits p.m. behind Annunciation Church, 1745 the attention of colleges, universities and artifacts related to her life and work, and of- Norton St., on Clark Avenue. Please visit our hospitals for hosting students and even na- fers programs that challenge individuals to store located in the basement of St. tional scientific studies; this is particularly make a positive difference in their lives and Michael's Church Hall behind 869 Clinton true of our programs for children and youth communities. Open for tours Tuesdays Ave. The store is open Fridays from 10 a.m. with autism. Services are delivered in our through Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed to 5 p.m. and offers for sale an ever-chang- school based early childhood setting, school Mondays and major holidays. Admission is ing mix of collectables, antiques and house- based special education clinics and various $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, and $5 for stu- hold items donated to support our mission. sites throughout the community. dents/children. THE DAILY RECORD

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For- [email protected] Lakes region. merly known as AIDS Care, Trillium Health Serving with excellence for 27 years, first (and has expanded its offerings to serve HIV only) Nationally Accredited Senior Center in negative patients, including women and Monroe County. Threshold Center for Alternative the LGBT community. The main office is Vision: To be recognized in the greater Brock- Youth Services located at 259 Monroe Ave. in Rochester, port area as experts in the field of aging, of- 80 St. Paul St., Rochester, N.Y. 14604 N.Y. Satellite offices are located in Bath, fering quality programs and meals for adults www.thresholdcenter.org Geneva and on Central Avenue in down- 50+. Mission: The Sweden Senior Center is (585) 454-7530 town Rochester. On-site services include: committed to providing quality programs for Purpose: Provides health care, job readiness primary and specialty medical care; adult adults 50 + and serving as a community re- training, counseling services and GED instruc- day health program; behavioral wellness; source for aging issues. tion to youth ages 12 through 25. care management; clinical trials; hepatitis-c co-infection clinic; HIV, syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea testing; housing The Tony Jordan Youth services; laboratory services; LGBT (Les- Sports Foundation bian Gay Bisexual Transgender) health Monroe County Children’s Center, care; nutrition counseling and services; Rochester outreach; peer support; Pleasant Street Temple B’rith Kodesh tjyouthsportsfoundation.org 2131 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14618 (585) 748-0830 Apothecary pharmacy; prevention educa- www.Tempro.info Fax (585) 746-1464 tion; smoking cessation; substance groups Richard Rosen, president Tony Jordan, president and addiction counseling; support groups; [email protected] Karla Boyce, vice president syringe exchange; transportation services; Tempro Development Co. Inc. Mission: To provide supplemental funding to treatment adherence counseling; women’s 182 Edgerton St., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 enhance the quality and integrity of youth health care. (585) 473-8002 sports in the City of Rochester. Purpose: Tempro Development Co. Inc., established in 1971, has served over 6,000 Two Doors Community homeless persons in Monroe County with Tourette Syndrome Association Resource Center Emergency, Transitional and Permanent Sup- Greater Rochester New York Chapter 2984 Dewey Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14616 portive Housing, with 29 units in various lo- P.O. Box 129, Penfield, N.Y. 14526 (585) 663-8936 cations. Tempro is a volunteer corporation www.rochestertourette.org www.twodoors.org comprised of members of Temple B’Rith (585) 987-5196 [email protected] Kodesh in Brighton. Purpose: Seeks to provide the community Sheryl Feigenbaum, executive director with a clearer understanding of individuals Two Doors’ Community Resource Center is a Thompson Health with Tourette Syndrome through education, nonprofit, after school program supporting 350 Parrish St., Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424 advocacy, and support. the Greece Central Schools’ elementary stu- www.ThompsonHealth.com dents. Licensed by the Child Care Council of (585) 396-6506 Western N.Y., our goal is to assist students, Fax (585) 396-6477 Traveling Cabaret of Irondequoit grades 1 to 5, with academic and social Anne Johnston, corporate writer/marketing 20 Onyx Dr., Penfield, N.Y. 14526 needs. Our program runs from the begin- coordinator (585) 234-6677 ning of October to mid-May. Tutors work Dedicated to promoting and supporting the Purpose: Raises money for student scholar- directly with students and are supervised ships and charities in return for musical re- health and well-being of the community, and led by the executive director and site vues. Thompson Health is the parent corporation coordinators. Tutors commit to at least one overseeing the operation of five affiliate day per week while school is in session. healthcare organizations on a variety of Previous teaching experience is not re- campuses in Ontario, Monroe and Liv- Trillium Health quired but, of course, current and retired ingston counties. The corporations include 259 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 F.F. Thompson Hospital (113 acute care www.trilliumhealthny.org teachers are encouraged to lend their ex- beds), M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center (585) 545-7200 pertise. Volunteers commit to providing a (188 beds), FFTH Properties and Services, Trillium Health has a 30-year history of one-time interactive hands-on presenta- F.F. Thompson Foundation and F.F.T. Senior providing integrated, personalized pri- tion/activity for our Friday enrichment Communities. With a respected medical mary and specialty medical care to people SKILLS program or participate with out- staff of more than 300 physicians, a com- from diverse communities. Patients and reach efforts. If you are at least 18 years munity volunteer group with over 400 clients can come to one location to partic- old, and would like to help, we encourage members and nearly 1,400 Associates, ipate in a full range of programs to sup- you to contact us. ern Monroe County. A wide range of specialty Purpose: Serves the impoverished by promot- programs and services are available at Unity ing sustainable livelihoods and diversifying Hospital, the Unity St.Mary’s Campus and coping mechanisms. multiple sites across Monroe County.

United Way of Greater Rochester Veterans Outreach Center Inc. 75 College Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 Unity Hospital 459 South Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14620 www.uwrochester.org 1555 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14626 www.veteransoutreachcenter.org (585) 242-6400 www.unityhealth.org/hospital (585) 546-1081 (585) 723-7000 Fax (585) 242-6583 1 (866) 906-VETS (toll free) Mission: Offering the latest advancements in Contact: Carly Layton, facebook: veteransoutreachcenter treatment, the personal attention you'd ex- twitter: VOCROC director of marketing communications pect from a community hospital, and com- Colonel Gary S. Yaple, president & CEO [email protected] passionate care when you need it most. Our [email protected] United Way of Greater Rochester is part of a experienced practitioners are committed to VOC is the nation’s oldest and leading inde- national network of more than 1,300 locally providing high quality medical services, while pendent supportive service provider for governed United Way organizations that work helping patients feel as comfortable as possi- veterans and families, founded in 1973 by to advance the common good in our commu- ble. Accredited by The Joint Commission, Vietnam veterans working together to sup- nity and create opportunities for a better life Unity Hospital is a 321-bed, nonprofit hospi- port their fellow veterans. VOC offers a no- for all. Our mission is to magnify and focus tal. cost portfolio of services available to our the power of community resources to address community of more than 68,000 veterans our most pressing social needs, and we are across the 5 county greater Rochester re- University of Rochester dedicated to creating long lasting community gion, and has been continuously named a Medical Center change by addressing the underlying causes ‘Best Practice Model’ for employment serv- 601 Elmwood Ave., Box 658, Rochester, N.Y. of problems facing our community. ices, job training, educational counseling, 14642 (585) 273-3536 wellness services, and case management. Fax (585) 756-5327 VOC’s Richards House and Otto House of- Unity Center for Aging Gwenn Voelckers, senior associate director of fers emergency and transitional residential 1559 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, N.Y. 14626 marketing service to veterans in need and the Services www.unitycenterforaging.org To Enable Positive Solutions (STEPS) pro- (585) 368-4200 gram is a national leader in providing re- Unity Center for Aging cares for more than Urban League of Rochester, NY sources to address and eliminate the risk of 3,000 seniors every day and offers the most 265 N. Clinton Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 homelessness. comprehensive range of services for older www.ulr.org adults in Monroe County. Services include: in (585) 325-6530 home health care, adult day programs, assis- William G. Clark, president and CEO The Victim Resource Center tive technology, care management services, Purpose: The Urban League of Rochester, NY of the Finger Lakes Inc. home delivered meals, companion services, has worked since 1965 to enable African- (315) 331-1171, ext. 3 skilled nursing care, short term rehabilita- Americans, Latinos, the poor and other disad- Purpose: A private, nonprofit domestic, sex- tion, affordable senior housing, assisted liv- vantaged to secure economic self-reliance, ual, stalking, family violence & child abuse ing and retirement living. parity and power and civil rights. We pursue services agency covering Wayne County, and our mission by ensuring that our children are five additional counties for migrant and dairy well educated and equipped for economic farmworker families affected by these crimes. Unity Contact Center Physician self-reliance; helping adults attain economic The VRC has the only domestic violence safe Referral and Health Information self-sufficiency through good jobs, home dwelling in four counties. Our services in- (585) 368-3000 ownership, entrepreneurship and wealth ac- clude two bilingual (Spanish/English) 24/7 [email protected] cumulation; and ensuring our civil rights by toll-free, confidential hotline numbers (866) Mission: Unity Contact Center, Unity Health eradicating all barriers to equal participation 343-8808 or (800) 456-1172; domestic vio- System’s physician referral and health infor- in the economic and social mainstream of lence safe dwelling; and free representation mation service, connects individuals to a America. complete network of doctors, specialists, and for victims for family offense petitions and health care services with just one call. temporary custody.

Unity Health System Visiting Nurse Service of Rochester 89 Genesee St., Rochester, N.Y. 14611 and Monroe County Inc. www.unityhealth.org Verbree International 2180 Empire Blvd., Webster, N.Y. 14580 (585) 368-3000 748 Sugarcreek Trail, Webster, N.Y. 14580 www.vnsnet.com Mission: Unity is a 681-bed health care net- www.verbree.org (585) 787-2233 work serving the city of Rochester and West- (616) 450-0373 Visiting Nurse Service of Rochester and Mon- Attention iPad users …get the latest news and information throughout the day, conveniently on your home screen.

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Touch the arrow on your iPad, then ‘Add to Homescreen’ to easily access us anytime, any day. roe County Inc. (VNS) provides compassionate ence, and promote self-sufficiency, provid- tween school and community, we are dedi- home health care through a wide variety of ing individuals with the guidance and re- cated to promoting health and wellness and services and specialty programs, including sources they need to make positive change providing opportunities for instruction, recre- nursing, home health aides, long-term care, happen in their lives. ation and competitive events at well-run fa- pediatrics, geriatric and memory care case cilities. The Webster Aquatic Center (WAC) is management, cardiac rehab, wound care, owned and managed by the Webster Central physical, occupational, and speech therapies, School District. Since its grand opening in Meals On Wheels, and hospice and palliative April 2002, the WAC has become a focal point care. for aquatic recreation, instruction and competition in the greater Webster area. The WAC Water Education Collaborative is home to the School District’s swimming The Volunteer Legal Services 657 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 and diving teams, town recreation programs, Project of Monroe County Inc. www.h2ohero.org the Webster Bluefins swim club and a dozen The Hon. Michael A. Telesca Center for Justice (585) 753-5441 different aquatic fitness classes. Scout groups, 1 W. Main St., Fifth Floor, Rochester, N.Y. Paul M. Sawyko, coordinator lap swimmers, school groups, families, sen- 14614 [email protected] iors and high-caliber athletes enjoy the facil- www.vlsprochester.org The Water Education Collaborative is an effec- ity side-by-side. (585) 232-3051 tive partnership of environmental and com- Contact: Sheila A. Gaddis, Esq., executive munity organizations that advances director educational programming consistent with the Webster Comfort Care Home Purpose: Skilled volunteer attorneys provide Rochester Embayment Remedial Action Plan 700 Holt Rd., Webster, N.Y. 14580 free civil legal services to low income resi- and other regional water resource needs (585) 872-5290 dents of Monroe County in the following identified in the community. Fax (585) 872-7521 areas: family law; mortgage settlement; un- Mission: It is our desire to allow our residents employment insurance benefits; bank- to live in a warm, loving home-like atmos- ruptcy and debt collection; consumer law; Water for South Sudan Inc. phere of support and encouragement during standby guardianship; employment; immi- their final months of life. We believe in the P.O. Box 25551, Rochester, N.Y. 14625 gration; tax; landlord-tenant; pension; real Hospice philosophy of care; all persons have www.waterforsouthsudan.org estate; tort defense; estate administration; the right to die with dignity to have an en- (585) 383-0410 wills, powers of attorney and health care hanced quality of life for the remainder of proxies for people with HIV/AIDS or termi- Water for South Sudan, Inc., founded by for- their days, and to be as comfortable and pain nal illness. mer “Lost Boy” Salva Dut, drills fresh water free as possible. wells for the people of South Sudan, providing the foundation for stable, healthy com- Volunteers of America of Western munities. Webster Community Chest New York 1000 Ridge Rd., Webster, N.Y. 14580 214 Lake Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14608 www.webcommchest.org www.voawny.org Wayne County Children’s Cancer Fund (585) 671-2060 (585) 647-1150 P.O. Box 61, Sodus, N.Y. 14551 Purpose: Strives to improve, develop, and Fax (585) 647-2177 www.waynecountykids.com care for the health, welfare and general well- JoAnne M. Ryan, president & CEO (315) 576-0698 being of residents of the greater 14580 Web- ster community. Volunteers of America is a nonprofit organi- Purpose: Provides children and their families zation that has been providing human serv- residing in Wayne County with financial assis- ices for more than 100 years. Our mission is tance in their diagnosis and treatment of to enable people in our community to break Webster Montessori School cancer and other chronic disease. the cycle of poverty and reach their full po- 1310 Five Mile Line Rd., Webster, N.Y. 14580 tential. Throughout Western and Central www.webstermontessori.org (585) 347-0055 New York, Volunteers of America helps more Wayne County Rural Health Network Children are guided to respond to their natu- than 5,000 individuals a year through the ral ambition to work and learn. We foster following programs: childcare and early P.O. Box 111, Newark, N.Y. 14513 (315) 483-3266 children's inherent love of learning and de- childhood development programs, family velop concentration, motivation, persistence, strengthening services, homelessness pre- Fax (315) 483-3270 Emilie C. Sisson, coordinator and self-discipline. Classrooms and childcare vention services, housing and support serv- for children ages 18 months through 12 ices for homeless individuals and families, years. drug and alcohol recovery support, crisis assistance, including food and clothing, resale Webster Aquatic Center stores, Residential Reentry programs, Step 875 Ridge Road, Webster, N.Y. 14580 Webster Museum & Historical Society by Step and Working Wardrobe. Volunteers (585) 670-1087 18 Lapham Park, Webster, N.Y. 14580 of America’s programs and services encour- Fax (585) 787-0964 www.webstermuseum.org age positive development, foster independ- Through a unique spirit of cooperation be- (585) 265-3308 Purpose: Collection of exhibits which depict in community programs that give a “hand Rochester and Finger Lakes facilities, have Webster as an agricultural community, show- up” to women and their families who are reached a growing audience of thousands, ing its early industrial development and its struggling to survive. making us one of the largest and oldest liter- growth as a 21st century community. ary organizations in the country. Our programs have received nationwide recognition The Women’s Health Partnership while inspiring generations of Rochesterians to The Western Erie Canal Alliance 111 Westfall Rd., MCH Annex, Rochester, N.Y. make literature a part of their everyday lives. eriecanalheritage.com 14620 (315) 573-9827 www.urmc.edu/whp [email protected] (585) 753-5978 WXXI Public Broadcasting The Western Erie Canal Alliance represents the Toll-free 1 (877) 293-0822 280 State St., Rochester, N.Y. 14614 Western Erie Canal Heritage Corridor. The cor- Bea Ryan Smith, program coordinator P.O. Box 30021, Rochester, N.Y. 14603 ridor consists of the five western counties of Little or no health insurance? We can help www.wxxi.org the Erie Canal — Wayne, Monroe, Orleans, Ni- with breast, cervical and colon cancer screen- (585) 325-7500 agara and Erie. WECA strives to enhanced re- ing for men and women in Monroe and Liv- Kristin Tutino, station publicist gional quality of life and preservation of ingston counties. Please call for more Mission: WXXI is the essential, life-long edu- natural and cultural resources by sponsoring information: Remember Cancer screening cational public media resource for the the Western Erie Canal Main Street Program, saves lives. Greater Rochester area. WXXI engages the the only Regional National Trust Main Street community with programming that stimu- Program in New York. WECA supports all towns lates and expands thought, inspires the spirit, and villages in the corridor and their connec- Women Helping Girls opens cultural horizons and promotes understanding of diverse issues. tions to the Erie Canal and Canalway Trail. A program of the Greater Rochester Branch of the American Association of University Women Wilson Commencement Park 494 East Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 251 Joseph Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14605 www.womenhelpinggirls.org www.wilsoncommencementpark.org (585) 233-7502 or (585) 244-8890 (585) 263-7930 Joyce Pearson, coordinator Purpose: Provides comprehensive, quality re- [email protected] YMCA of Greater Rochester sources and services to low-income parents Purpose: Women Helping Girls is a commu- 444 E. Main St., Rochester, N.Y. 14604 and their children. nity of girls and women dedicated to girl www.rochesterymca.org power. We are achieving success through pro- (585) 263-3928 grams such as mentoring, enriching activities, Women’s Club of Pittsford Jennifer Lesinski, VP of marketing and mis- college tours, and personal development P.O. Box 208, Pittsford, N.Y. 14534 sion advancement workshops. WHG emphasizes a sense of com- womensclubofpittsford.org The YMCA of Greater Rochester offers a wide munity and positive interactions with peers (585) 234-3584 range of services including child care, after and family, while supporting girls in reaching Contact: Jackie Aab school programs, summer camp, health and their full potential. We believe strongly that [email protected] fitness programs, teen leadership develop- educational advancement is the shortest The club is a nonsectarian, nonpartisan, non- ment, family programs, aquatics, youth route to breaking the cycle of poverty. profit women’s organization joined together sports and more. As a not-for-profit organiza- in friendship and devoted to charitable, civic tion, the YMCA of Greater Rochester is open and educational purposes. to all, regardless of ability to pay fees. Finan- Writers & Books cial assistance is offered for all YMCA pro- 740 University Ave., Rochester, N.Y. 14607 grams and memberships; in 2011 the YMCA www.wab.org Women’s Foundation of Greater Rochester awarded more than $3 (585) 473-2590 of Genesee Valley Front desk extension - 107 million in financial assistance to over 18,000 277 Alexander St., Suite 305, Rochester, N.Y. Fax (585) 473-9993 children and families from throughout the 14607 Executive Director – Joe Flaherty Greater Rochester community. www.womensfoundation.org Public Relations Associate – Chris Fanning (585) 242-0940 Director of Adult Programs – Steve Huff Susan Latoski, executive director Director of Youth Education- Sally Bittner Young Audiences of Rochester [email protected] Bonn 277 N. Goodman St., Suite H209, Rochester, Mission: to empower and inspire women Development Director – Alexa Scott-Flaherty N.Y. 14607 and girls to achieve economic self-suffi- offi[email protected] www.yarochester.info ciency and reach their full potential by pro- Writers & Books promotes reading and writing YouTube: www.youtube.com/yarochester viding educational and philanthropic as lifelong activities for people of all ages, (585) 530-2060 opportunities that encourage teenage girls through educational programs, publications, United Way donor designation: #2217 to set career goals and give back to their community events and author appearances. (Young Audiences of Rochester/ArtPeace) community; and by providing investments For thirty years, our programs, held at our Lydia Boddie-Rice, CEO Mission: To use the arts for life-long learning, (585) 546-5820 with a vision of preparing generations of crit- Peggy Fortune, development and communi- ical thinkers, innovators, and responsible citi- cations coordinator zens, prepared for life and work in the 21st The YWCA helps women and girls faced Century global marketplace. Young Audiences with personal crises including homeless- of Rochester and ArtPeace have officially ness and teen pregnancy. We also work Zonta Club of Rochester merged, forming the largest, most compre- hard to dispel stereotypes and promote P.O. Box 10545, Rochester, N.Y. 14610 hensive, multi-modal not-for-profit arts for racial justice. We offer emergency and tran- www.zontarochester.org learning organization in the diverse urban, sitional housing for homeless women and [email protected] suburban and rural geographical region of children; supportive housing for women Zonta (derived from a Lakota-Sioux word mean- upstate New York, dedicated to creating eq- with special needs, including chemical de- ing “honest and trustworthy”) is a global organi- uity in arts access, early childhood arts for pendency; and permanent, affordable zation of women executives and professionals learning, and social change through entre- housing in the community. Each year, the working to advance the status of women world- preneurial arts for at-risk youth in our com- YWCA's teen programs prepare hundreds wide through service and advocacy. Established munity. of young people to lead healthy, produc- in 1919, Zonta now has over 1,200 clubs in 70 tive and self-sustaining lives including the countries. 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