The John F. Wegman Fund addresses charitable and philanthropic and educational purposes which will make for the welfare of the Rochester and Monroe County community; particularly giving assistance in the case of the aged, whether institutionalized or not, and to character building agencies; and in developing through educational work and otherwise, better relationships between capital and labor.
Donor Name: Rochester Area Community Foundation
State: New York
County: Monroe County (NY)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/12/2022
Size of the Grant: $10,000
Details:
Purpose
Concerns of the elderly, character-building opportunities for youth, and improved labor/management relations through education or other means.
Funding Information
The John F. Wegman Fund awards an average of 21 grants annually. These grants typically range from $1,500 to $10,000, with a median size of $7,300.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations serving Monroe County, NY. Applications will not be considered from organizations for the same or similar programs that have received funding from the John F. Wegman Fund in the past 18 months or those that have yet to submit a final report for any program.
Funding Criteria
The John F. Wegman Fund has limited resources and looks for opportunities to provide small amounts of money that significantly impact community-based programs. Most awards are one-time grants for specific, participant-driven projects. The grant preference is for agencies, projects, and programs that are:
- Small scale
- Start-up
- Innovative (develop or adapt new strategies)
- Participant-driven (based on identified needs of beneficiaries)
The John F. Wegman Fund does not provide support for:
- Annual giving campaigns
- Capital building
- Fellowships
- Individuals
- Operating deficits
- Political campaigns
- Religious activities
The John F. Wegman Fund gives limited consideration to:
- Land acquisition
- Renewable grants
- Staff training
For more information, visit RACF.
