Latino Giving Circle
The Latino Giving Circle funds community-driven projects that empower and address the needs of the Latino community in Greater Rochester, NY, with a focus on social, economic, educational, and cultural well-being.
Funder: Rochester Area Community Foundation
Due Dates: August 3, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical grant size: $1,000–$5,000; total annual pool varies by year (e.g., $35,625 awarded in 2025).
Summary: Supports organizations and initiatives created by and for the Latino community in Greater Rochester, empowering and uplifting through collaborative, community-driven projects.
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, NY area. Its mission is to empower and uplift Latinos by addressing ongoing needs, fostering collaboration, and advancing initiatives that tackle systemic inequities. Grants are awarded to efforts that are community-informed, culturally and linguistically responsive, and shaped by the lived experiences and aspirations of the Latino community. Funding is available for both general operating and program/project support, with a focus on strengthening social, economic, educational, cultural, and civic well-being across the region.
