Rochester Female Charitable Society
Preselected recipients only
Rochester Female Charitable Society is a private foundation in Rochester, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $127,358 in 48 grants; the typical grant was $1,565 and the largest $10,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$127,358
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$1,565
- Largest grant$10,500
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was down from $141,841 the year before.
31% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $141,841 | 41 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $127,358 | 48 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Rochester Female Charitable Society says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Rochester Female Charitable Society funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 47 | $126,608 |
| Ohio | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Providence Housing | General | $10,500 |
| Encompass Resource for Learning | General | $8,250 |
| Trillium Health | General | $8,250 |
| Huther Doyle | General | $7,000 |
| Community Place of Rochester | General | $5,500 |
| Hillside Family of Agencies | General | $5,450 |
| Asbury Church First Storehouse | General | $5,000 |
| Autismup | General | $5,000 |
| Foodlink | General | $5,000 |
| Greentopia | General | $5,000 |
| Homestead for Hope | General | $5,000 |
| Nativity Preperatory Associates | General | $5,000 |
| Rochester Childfirst Network | General | $5,000 |
| Spiritus Christ Prison Outreach | General | $5,000 |
| Family Service Communities | General | $4,000 |
| Spiritus Christi Mental Health Urban Youth Outreach Program | General | $3,750 |
| Strong Memorial Hospital | General | $3,250 |
| Ur Medicine Home Care | General | $3,250 |
| Christ for Kids Ministries | General | $3,000 |
| Bivona Child Advocacy Center | General | $2,500 |
| Golisano Children's Health Home | General | $2,000 |
| Lifespan of Greater Rochester Inc | General | $1,775 |
| Balanced Care | General | $1,700 |
| Catholic Charities Community Services | General | $1,630 |
| Person Centered Housing | General | $1,500 |
| YWCA of Rochester | General | $1,500 |
| Esther Project | General | $1,250 |
| Center for Disability Rights | General | $1,239 |
| Hillside Children's Center | General | $1,000 |
| His Branches Inc | General | $1,000 |
| Ibero American Action League | General | $1,000 |
| GMHC Pros | General | $775 |
| Anthony Jordan Health Center | General | $750 |
| HCR Manorcare Foundation Cares | General | $750 |
| Spiritus Christi Clinical Care | General | $750 |
| Willow Domestic Violence Center | General | $689 |
| Family Services of Rochester | General | $500 |
| Jewish Family Services of Rochester | General | $500 |
| Arc Foundation of Monroe County | General | $250 |
| Charles Settlement House | General | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Becca Perkins
- Betsy Carver
- Char Landhuis
- Debbie Maggs
- Debby Hale
- Eve Tatlock
- Gayle Stiles
- Gina Pacala
- Helen William
- Jane Gorsline
- Jennifer Bleecker
- Jennifer H B Simson
- Kate Massie
- Kathleen D'amanda
- Louise Greaves-Tunnell
Questions people ask
Does Rochester Female Charitable Society accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rochester Female Charitable Society give?
$127,358 in tax year 2024, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $1,565.
Who runs Rochester Female Charitable Society?
Its 2024 filing lists Becca Perkins (Honorary Director), Betsy Carver (Director), Char Landhuis (Honorary Director) and Debbie Maggs (Honorary Director) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Rochester Female Charitable Society fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and housing and homelessness.