07/15/2026
This year, The Community Place of Greater Rochester
proudly celebrates 25 years of community, connection,
and impact.
For more than a century, Genesee Settlement House, Eastside Community Center, and Lewis Street Center worked independently to strengthen Rochester neighborhoods, support families, and create
opportunities for generations of residents.
Rooted in the settlement house tradition of meeting people
where they are, these organizations became trusted community anchors for those seeking support, stability, and belonging.
25 years ago, those historic organizations united to form The Community Place of Greater Rochester, strengthening their collective ability to serve our community while carrying forward a shared mission that continues today alongside Charles Settlement House.
Together, our organizations now provide nearly 40,000 services annually to children, families, seniors, and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout our community.
Every day, we see the growing challenges facing Rochester
families and neighborhoods. Rising costs continue to place
pressure on households already struggling to make ends meet.
Young people need safe places where they can learn, grow, and
build positive connections during the summer months. Seniors
need companionship and support to remain engaged and
connected to their community.
Prevention and enrichment programs for teens and youth are
more important than ever, and individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities deserve opportunities, resources, and
support that allow them to thrive.
As we celebrate this milestone anniversary and more than a century
of community impact, we invite you to help strengthen the future
of our community through our summer goal of raising $25,000 for
25 years of service.
Your support helps ensure our organizations can continue meeting
the evolving needs of our community while keeping our doors open
to every child, family, senior, and individual who turns to us for
support, connection, and hope. Thank you for helping us continue
this longstanding legacy of service to Rochester residents.
