New York – ICCM, FMCUSA

We Believe that financially generative, self-sustaining resources for struggling neighborhoods will empower Rochester’s health, growth, leadership.... & kids!

Rochester, New York

My family has seen the hope of Rochester. We’ve seen this community coming together for the sake of her people. We’ve watched closely as economics and demographics have shifted over the years, often creating uncertainly for thousands who call this city their home. And we’ve watched and joined with Rochester’s leaders to realize dreams of overcoming poverty and seeking justice. Our city is not idle! She dreams and lives!

We know that poverty is pervasive in our homes. We know that many children have an uphill battle to climb, and many residents and refugees are ill equipped to escape systemic oppression. Yet, with valuable partners and committed leaders, we know that the consequences of poverty do not and will not define our city.

We are bringing together compassionate organizations and leaders to offer solutions that can heal and restore our neighborhoods. We trust that when you join us, our voices will resonate throughout the city with a message of hope.

Earlando Thomas, MD, FRCOG, FACOG

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Rochester entrepreneurs are going to lease office space somewhere. When they lease with us, they empower connections to services necessary for families to break the cycle of poverty.

Starting with Marketview Heights, a Resource Center will provide critical needs required for revitalizing the community. This prototype will serve as part of a larger project aimed at similar transformations in other Rochester regions. Each center will leverage community assets, partners, and external resources to promote holistic health for residents. Programs and opportunities will focus on 4 areas of development: Education, Human Services, Business, and access to Healthcare.

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Rochester welcomes many new refugee and asylee families every year, often into poverty scenarios. The Resource Center will provide significant assistance in helping migrant families acclimate and contribute to our city’s economy and future. With a proven track record of success, New Hope Immigration Legal Services (NHILS) will deepen its partnership with the community to further provide affordable legal aid to migrant families in the area. These services include assistance with citizenship, Green Cards, work authorizations, connecting families, passports, visas, and more.

Build the Marketview Heights Resource Center

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Build the Marketview Heights Resource Center

Capital gifts to cover the cost of construction are critical to the sustainability of our Resource Centers. Debt-free property will allow rental-revenue to offset operations and upkeep, further driving down the need for large, annual fundraising. | $750,000

Lease an Office Space or Join our Collaborative Community

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Lease an Office Space or Join our Collaborative Community

Early adopters earn special rates and help us raise start-up funding. Small and large office space is available, and our tenants can proudly market their "rent-on-purpose" to clients. Other organizations can likewise identify with our collaborative by joining as a non-leasing member. Member orgs proudly partner, and have select access to the facility for company needs. | Contact us for lease and member-organization options

An Enduring Endowment

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An Enduring Endowment

The endowment will help offset recuring expenses, helping our Resource Centers to remain financially stable year-over-year. Savvy business leaders know the "hidden" costs of infrastructure and operations, and we are grateful to those leaders who help establish our financial core. | $250,000

Making It All Possible

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Making It All Possible

Behind every great dream are the people who make dreams a reality. Behind every project is a system of technology to support our most creative endeavours. Behind this campaign is a vast network of resources, conversations, research, designs, financial management, and so much more, that all work together to empower philanthropists, grants, and generous donors to realize their goals. We use a portion of the campaign to empower years of storytelling, partnerships, and the development necessary to launch our Resource Center, and love our city. Our initial campaign infrastructure is critical, not only for this project, but to successfully launch more Rochester Resource Centers in years to come!