Latino Giving Circle
The Latino Giving Circle grant funds research and initiatives that address systemic inequities and improve the well-being of the Latino community in Greater Rochester.
Funder: Rochester Area Community Foundation
Due Dates: August 3, 2026 (Application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $1,000 to $5,000 per grant cycle.
Summary: Supports organizations and projects that empower the Latino community and address systemic inequities in Greater Rochester.
Key Information: Applicants must operate in one of eight counties in Greater Rochester and align with the Giving Circle’s mission.
Description
The Latino Giving Circle, an initiative of the Rochester Area Community Foundation, brings together donors to support organizations, initiatives, and projects created by and for the Latino community in the Greater Rochester area. The grant aims to empower Latinos by addressing ongoing needs and improving quality of life, while fostering collaboration, shared leadership, and strategic partnerships among organizations and community leaders. Supported work must be community-informed, culturally and linguistically responsive, and shaped by the voices and lived experiences of the Latino community. Grant funds are intended to address systemic inequities and strengthen the social, economic, educational, cultural, and civic well-being of Latino residents.
