Sound Foundations

Sound Foundations Sound Foundations champions investment in public charter school music programs. Formerly Charter Champions of Rochester.

To all teachers shaping the next generation of scholars and leaders, THANK YOU for everything you do!We’re especially gr...
05/07/2026

To all teachers shaping the next generation of scholars and leaders, THANK YOU for everything you do!

We’re especially grateful for educators who make K-12 music programs available, inclusive, and inspiring for students.

Music education has a profound impact on children’s cognitive development and social emotional learning (SEL).

Join us in celebrating teachers this week and every week!

To all teachers shaping the next generation of scholars and leaders, THANK YOU for everything you do!We’re especially gr...
05/07/2026

To all teachers shaping the next generation of scholars and leaders, THANK YOU for everything you do!

We’re especially grateful for educators who make K-12 music programs available, inclusive, and inspiring for students.

Music education has a profound impact on children's cognitive development and social emotional learning (SEL).

Join us in celebrating teachers this week and every week!

05/06/2026
Excellent article by James Daniels Jr from Vertus High School, who says: "If you spend any real time around teenage boys...
04/17/2026

Excellent article by James Daniels Jr from Vertus High School, who says: "If you spend any real time around teenage boys, one thing becomes obvious very quickly. Music is not just entertainment to them. For many boys, music is language and it is identity."

A must read for anyone interested in music education and Social Emotional Learning (SEL).

The Power of Music in the Life of a Teenage Boy
https://jamesdanielsjr.substack.com/p/the-power-of-music-in-the-life-of

This is why we are funding music programs. Reach out for details.   
04/11/2026

This is why we are funding music programs. Reach out for details. 

New report identifies seven key elements of "culture-centered, community-based" youth arts programs that can provide a sense of belonging, identity affirmation, and skill development.

Happy April 1st! We want to increase music in charters — NO FOOLING! 😀Charter school leaders in the city of Rochester ca...
04/01/2026

Happy April 1st! We want to increase music in charters —
NO FOOLING! 😀

Charter school leaders in the city of Rochester can now apply for 2026-27 funding. Applications are due by Monday 4/13.

Apply today ➡️https://form.jotform.com/260084708311047

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📣 Attention Rochester Charter School leaders! March is National Music In Our Schools Month®. To celebrate, Charter Champ...
03/30/2026

📣 Attention Rochester Charter School leaders! March is National Music In Our Schools Month®. To celebrate, Charter Champions is offering grants to support 2026-2027 music programs. Check your inbox for an email about this important funding opportunity!

Didn’t receive it? Message us and we’ll make sure you get it!
🎵 🎷 🎸 🎹 🎻 🎶


📣 Attention Rochester Charter School leaders! March is National Music In Our Schools Month®. To celebrate, Charter Champ...
03/30/2026

📣 Attention Rochester Charter School leaders! March is National Music In Our Schools Month®. To celebrate, Charter Champions is offering grants to support 2026-2027 music programs. Check your inbox for an email about this important funding opportunity!

Didn’t receive it? Message us and we’ll make sure you get it!
🎵 🎷 🎸 🎹 🎻 🎶


National Association for Music Education

ROC charter leaders: Check your inbox for an email about a grant for 2026-2027 music programs!
03/19/2026

ROC charter leaders: Check your inbox for an email about a grant for 2026-2027 music programs!

A little snow doesn’t stop the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce and its Legislative Breakfast.
01/15/2026

A little snow doesn’t stop the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce and its Legislative Breakfast.

Address

1655 Elmwood Avenue, Building 200 Suite 220
Rochester, NY
14620

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+15855056910

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