[Rochester Area Community Foundation](https://www.racf.org)

August 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Typical grants range from $1,000 to $5,000; annual cycle; one application per cycle.

Supports organizations and projects that empower and address the needs of the Latino community in the greater Rochester, NY area.

--- ## Description The Latino Giving Circle, an initiative of the Rochester Area Community Foundation, brings together donors to support organizations, programs, and projects created by and for the Latino community in the greater Rochester region. The grant aims to address disparities, promote empowerment, and uplift “nuestra comunidad” through collaborative, culturally responsive, and community-driven initiatives. Projects funded typically address justice and equity, community leadership, education, economic mobility, healthcare, school success, and arts and culture. --- ## Due Dates - August 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from **$1,000 to $5,000**. - Funding is for one year; organizations may submit one application per cycle. - Both general operating support and program/project support are eligible. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be **501(c)(3) organizations**, **509(a)(1) public organizations**, or have a qualifying **501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor**. - Eligible organizations include service, charitable, faith-based, educational, and government entities. - Must be located and operate in the eight-county region: **Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates counties** in upstate New York. - Projects must be created by and for the Latino/a/e/x community, directly serving their needs. - Focus areas include: - Justice & Equity - Community Leadership - Education Excellence - Economic Mobility - Healthcare & Wellness - School Success - Arts & Culture - **Preference** is given to projects addressing justice and equity for the Latino/a/e/x community. - Organizations that received funding in the previous year are eligible to reapply, but prior funding does not guarantee future awards. - **Ineligible uses:** Electioneering, political activities, contributions to political candidates or committees, campaigning, and grants to individuals. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [Rochester Area Community Foundation online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=racfg). - Only one application per organization per grant cycle is allowed. - Prospective applicants should review the [Latino Giving Circle program page](https://www.racf.org/grant/latino-giving-circle) for detailed criteria and updates. - Funding decisions are typically made in early September following the deadline. --- ## Additional Information - Grants support both new and ongoing projects. - Collaboration and the ability to replicate or scale program achievements are valued. - Projects should be shaped by the voices, needs, and lived experiences of the Latino/a/e/x community. - The Giving Circle is guided by a steering committee of community leaders. --- ## External Links - [Latino Giving Circle Grant Program Page](https://www.racf.org/grant/latino-giving-circle) - [Latino Giving Circle Collaboration Overview](https://www.racf.org/collaborations/latino-giving-circle/) - [Rochester Area Community Foundation Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=racfg) - [General Grants Eligibility Guidelines](https://www.racf.org/grants/eligibility/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | Address | |--------------|------------------------------|------------------------------|---------------|------------------------------------------------| | Dawn Perry | Collective Giving Officer, Philanthropic Engagement | [dperry@racf.org](mailto:dperry@racf.org) | 585.341.4330 | 500 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607 | For general inquiries, visit the [RACF staff directory](https://www.racf.org/about/staff/).

Latino Giving Circle

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