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GREATER ROCHESTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION INC
ROCHESTER, NY · EIN 161104636 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE B20J · Education · Medium ($1M-$10M) · greaterrochesterchamber.com
revenue
$5.7M
expenses
$2.2M
net assets
$4.9M
employees
0
program ratio
90%
mission · from form 990

GREATER ROCHESTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION, INC. PROMOTES, SUPPLEMENTS AND ENRICHES THE EDUCATION AND WELFARE OF STUDENTS IN THE GREATER ROCHESTER, NEW YORK/FINGER LAKES REGION; WORKS TO STRENGTHEN ECONOMIC GROWTH AND EXPANSION THROUGHOUT THE GREATER ROCHESTER, NEW YORK/FINGER LAKES REGION; AND FURTHERS WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND TALENT STRATEGY INITIATIVES THROUGHOUT THE GREATER ROCHESTER, NEW YORK/FINGER LAKES REGION.

profile · synthesized from sources

Nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce that advances regional economic growth and workforce development in the Finger Lakes region. Focuses on talent strategy initiatives including recruitment, retention, and connection of skilled workers to employers. Operates programs such as CampusROC, RETAIN, and Beyond TalentEdge to strengthen the regional labor pipeline and support student and professional workforce integration.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $1.93M
    COORDINATION AND CONVENING: ESTABLISH RELATIONSHIPS WITH CHARITABLE, EDUCATIONAL, AND BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS IN THE GREATER ROCHESTER & FINGER LAKES REGION TO STRATEGICALLY COORDINATE EFFORTS IN FURTHERANCE OF ECONOMIC VITALITY AND OPPORTUNITY FOR THE REGION'S WORKFORCE. THIS INCLUDES PROVIDING ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR THE ONE ROC INITIATIVE, A POWERFUL ALLIANCE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS DEDICATED TO MAKING GREATER ROCHESTER, NEW YORK ONE OF THE MOST DYNAMIC AND RAPIDLY GROWING REGIONAL ECONOMIES IN THE UNITED STATES.
named programs · 8 · from sources

What they call their work

Beyond TalentEdge
Full-service hiring agency providing recruitment and onboarding support to regional employers.
CampusROC
Program to attract college students to the Greater Rochester region and retain them after graduation through community engagement and career opportunities.
Greater ROC Careers
Regional job board serving over 400 employers, with more than 32,000 jobs posted and over 3,300 applications processed.
Greater ROC Global
Global talent program sourcing international candidates, linking them with education and employment in the region.
Greater ROC Relocate
Relocation program supporting remote workers moving to the Greater Rochester region, with over 3,000 applications and 32 relocations to date.
RETAIN
Program in partnership with Monroe County offering mentorship, networking, and financial incentives to recent graduates to encourage them to stay in the region.
Veterans Connect
Initiative connecting transitioning military personnel from Fort Drum to career opportunities in the Greater Rochester region.
Work Together ROC
Initiative convening businesses and community organizations to align workforce development with employer needs.
activities · 9 groups

What they do

  • Regional Economic Development Initiatives 1 activity
    • Administrative support for regional economic development alliances
      Provides administrative support for regional economic development initiatives including One ROC and ROC2025, which bring together organizations to advance economic growth in the Greater Rochester, NY region.
  • Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
    • Business recognition and awards programs
      Hosts annual awards events including the MWBE Awards, Business Person of the Year Awards, Inclusive Leadership Award, Golisano Philanthropy Award, ATHENA Awards, and the Rochester Top 100 program to recognize high-growth and impactful businesses and leaders in the region.
  • Industry Research and Benchmarking 1 activity
    • Conducts HR and health benefits research surveys
      Conducts and provides annual HR benchmarking and Health Benefits Surveys at no cost to Corporate and Partner members to support data-driven decision-making.
  • Trade and Logistics Support Services 1 activity
    • HR and operational support services for businesses
      Provides HR Helpline support, compliance updates, benchmarking tools, peer networks, advertising services, and Certificates of Origin for export shipments to support member businesses’ operational needs.
  • Professional Job Board & Career Placement Services 1 activity
    • Job placement and recruitment services
      Operates a regional job board with over 400 registered employers and 32,000 posted jobs, partners with Beyond TalentEdge to help companies fill roles, and provides background screening services through Authentica to support hiring.
  • Business Community Advocacy 1 activity
    • Lobbying and policy advocacy for business interests
      Conducts advocacy at local, state, and federal levels to influence legislation impacting businesses, including efforts that secured $8 billion in UI debt relief and opposed bills such as the 21st Century Antitrust Act, Packaging Reduction Act, NY HEAT Act, and expansions of prevailing wage and disability benefits.
  • Professional Networking Events 1 activity
    • Networking and member engagement events
      Hosts in-person and virtual networking events such as happy hours, town halls, executive briefings, mixers, and anniversary celebrations to foster professional connections among members and regional stakeholders.
  • Professional Association Capacity Building 1 activity
    • Workforce and business development programs
      Offers workforce development programs in health care and manufacturing sectors, supports business growth through training, peer learning groups, and leadership development via Chamber Academy, and connects employers with underutilized talent pools through Veterans Connect and CampusROC.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Free visitor parking services
      Offers free parking to visitors in the garage beneath its downtown Rochester building at 250 Clinton Square.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.66M
Contributions & grants$5.46M97%
Program service revenue$156K3%
Investment income$38K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2.22M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$612K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$5.36M
Cash$3.26M
Investments$0
Liabilities$435K
Net assets$4.93M
Liquid reserves17.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +285.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 3
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ROBERT DUFFY PRESIDENT & CEO 1 $467K
CHRISTYNE HUERTA CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 1 $162K
KATHY RICHMOND SR. DIRECTOR 1 $138K
board members · 4
  • FAHEEM MASOOD — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARTIN MUCCI — BOARD MEMBER
  • ROBERT S SANDS — CHAIRMAN
  • SUSAN HOLLIDAY — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 33

Who they work with

  • AeroSafe Global Partner — Member organization leveraging Chamber resources for talent acquisition and business leader engagement.
  • Amazon Partner — Recognized as a 2026 Premier Access Event Sponsor and Policy Matters Event Series Sponsor for Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce events.
  • American World Trade Chamber of Commerce Partner — Organization through which Greater Rochester Chamber offers online Certificates of Origin for export shipments.
  • Authentica Partner — Partner providing customized, comprehensive background screening services for member businesses.
  • Bank of America Partner — Chamber member that contributed a guest post on small business outlook.
  • Beyond TalentEdge Partner — Partner organization used to support companies in filling roles across industries and levels.
  • Buffalo Niagara Partnership Partner — Co-founded the Unshackle Upstate coalition to advocate for business reforms in Albany.
  • Business Council of NYS Coalition — Collaborated in opposing antitrust legislation and NIH grant funding reductions.
  • Butler/Till Partner — Member organization that participates in Chamber networking and community-building activities.
  • CampusROC Partner — Program through which the Chamber connects employers with student and academic talent.
  • City of Rochester Government — Collaborates with city representatives on regional initiatives and events.
  • Democrat & Chronicle Partner — Partner in presenting the Rochester Metro Area Top Workplaces award
  • Fort Drum Partner — Partners with Fort Drum to attract transitioning military personnel to Greater Rochester through the Veterans Connect program.
  • Greenlight Networks Partner — Member organization receiving advocacy support and policy guidance from the Chamber.
  • Metropolitan Partner — Located near the Metropolitan, used as a directional landmark for visitors approaching the parking garage.
  • Monroe County Government — Engages with county representatives in regional economic development efforts.
  • Monroe County Partner — Partners with Monroe County on the RETAIN program to support recent graduates in building roots in Greater Rochester through mentorship, networking, and financial incentives.
  • National Science Foundation Government — Provided $15 million in federal funding for the STELLAR project in Greater Rochester.
  • New York State Government — Matched $16 million in state funding for the STELLAR project alongside federal support.
  • One ROC Partner — Alliance of economic development organizations receiving administrative support for regional economic growth initiatives.
  • Optimax Partner — Member organization utilizing Chamber services for HR support, training, legal updates, and networking.
  • PwC Rochester Partner — Chamber member whose office managing partner authored a guest post on regional economic strengths.
  • REDCOM Laboratories Partner — Member organization relying on Chamber resources for HR compliance, legal updates, and operational support.
  • ROC2025 Partner — Alliance of economic development organizations receiving administrative support for regional economic growth initiatives.
  • Rochester Regional Health Partner — Partnered to launch a global nursing workforce initiative and hire international nurses.
  • Small Business Council Partner — Operates as an affiliate of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, administering the Business Person of the Year Awards.
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce Network — Accredited by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce with five-star distinction.
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce Network — Member organization recognized with 5-Star Accreditation
  • U.S. Small Business Administration Government — Published a 2025 report on small businesses in Rochester cited by the Chamber.
  • University of Rochester Partner — Co-leading the STELLAR project with federal and state funding in the Greater Rochester region.
+ 3 more
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Data-Driven Advocacy and Policy Influence
    methodology: data_driven_advocacy
    By using workforce and economic data to shape advocacy positions and policy recommendations, we increase the credibility and impact of regional priorities because evidence-based arguments are more persuasive to policymakers and lead to more sustainable economic outcomes.
  • Inclusive Workforce Development as Economic Strategy
    methodology: inclusive_workforce_development
    By intentionally connecting underserved talent pools with employment opportunities and recognizing inclusive employers, we close systemic workforce gaps and strengthen regional talent retention because equity-focused development expands the labor pool and improves long-term economic vitality.
  • Network-Driven Economic and Workforce Development
    methodology: network_driven_growth
    By connecting businesses, talent, and institutions through peer learning, talent pipelines, and regional collaboration, we strengthen economic resilience and workforce alignment because shared relationships and actionable knowledge generate collective growth and more effective solutions than isolated efforts.