News

How to Help Support Asylum Seekers

Monroe County is accommodating 77 asylum seekers in need of essential resources–from food to hygiene kits sent here by New York City.

Nonprofit Summit

We enjoyed engaging and learning with hundreds of nonprofit professionals and community leaders from across our region.

Community Leader Spotlight - Tonya Nichol Dickerson

United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes Leadership Spotlight showcases Tonya Nichol Dickerson, a United Way leader, giving back to the community.

Women-Owned Wednesdays

Thank you to everyone who attended our Women-Owned Wednesdays throughout the month of May!

Community Leaders Breakfast

Thank you to everyone who attended the Community Leaders Breakfast!

Day of Caring 2023

THANK YOU! In just one day, over 6,000 volunteers completed 400 projects, supporting 200 nonprofit agencies across six counties!

Shopping Appreciation Night

Our members shopped, saved, socialized, and supported local.

Portraits & Professionals

Guests were able to update their professional headshots while enjoying great food, drink, and conversation!

Pandemic Impact: More Rochester and Finger Lakes Households Financially Insecure

New ALICE Report shows pandemic aids temporarily blunted the financial crisis, yet warning signs are on the horizon

New ALICE Report shows pandemic aids temporarily blunted the financial crisis, yet warning signs are on the horizon. Ranks of households unable to afford the basics in the Rochester and the Finger Lakes region (Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Wayne and Wyoming counties) increased during the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic

United Way Welcomes New Chief Impact Officer, Dr. Ashley Campbell

United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes has appointed Dr. Ashley Campbell as its new chief impact officer.