Facebook fundraisers allow us to reach people all over the world who care about equity and provide a quick and easy way for them to support. Facebook collects donations through our fiscal sponsor – Rochester Education Foundation (REF). This...
The committment from NY State to gradually fully fund Foundation Aid over the next 3 years was a huge victory for the children of Rochester. It will mean funding based on need and allow access to more support for...
Often in our fundraising we are asked ‘What should the money be spent on?‘ The answer is, we at Action for Education Equity don’t know. We aren’t the right people to make that decision. It is for the whole...
Tell us a bit about yourself: I am part of a large family that came from Puerto Rico over 45 years ago to Rochester NY. I was raised by a single mother who came here looking for a better...
Tell us about yourself: Hi World! I’m Stuart Hencke, Executive Director of Rochester Education Foundation. I’m a graduate of the Creighton University School of Law in Omaha, NE. My wife, Cecelia, and I are proud 19th Ward residents and enjoy...
We have launched a campaign to give the students in the Rochester City School District (RCSD) the support they need to succeed. Our Fund With $5 campaign highlights how small donations really can make a huge difference. If everyone...
Action for Education Equity makes first donation to Rochester City School District Action for Education Equity donated $3,000 to RCSD for the purchase of Chromebook bags to support students entering hybrid learning. Rochester, NY – February 1, 2021 After...