John F. Wegman Fund
Forecasted
John F. Wegman Fund supports community organizations in Monroe County with projects that address older adults’ concerns, build youth character, and improve relationships between labor and management.
Funder: Rochester Area Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (January application cycle) | July 2027 (July application cycle)
Funding Amounts: $1,500–$10,000 for a 1-year program; most awards are one-time grants
Summary: Supports community-based projects serving older adults, building youth character, or improving labor/management relations in Monroe County, New York.
Key Information: Previously funded organizations must submit their final report and wait 18 months after their last funding before new requests are considered.
Description
The John F. Wegman Fund at Rochester Area Community Foundation supports charitable, philanthropic, and educational projects benefiting Rochester and Monroe County. Established in 1953 through John F. Wegman’s will, it addresses older adults’ concerns, character-building opportunities for youth, and better relationships between capital and labor through education or other means. Support for older adults includes those living in institutions and those living independently.
Since 1964, the fund has emphasized new or experimental programs supported for a limited period. With limited resources, it seeks opportunities where small grants can significantly affect community-based programs. It favors small-scale, start-up, innovative, and participant-driven work grounded in beneficiaries’ identified needs. Most awards support specific projects rather than ongoing funding.
