named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Diversity Café
Community dialogue space facilitating open discussions on racism, poverty, violence, and systemic inequities to promote inclusive engagement and awareness.
EmURGE-n-See
Adult employment readiness program offering job training, resume and interview support, and case management to prepare individuals for workforce entry and long-term success.
Foundation Forward
Housing stabilization program providing financial assistance (up to $1,500 for security deposits), housing navigation, and case management to help individuals and families secure stable housing.
House of David
Youth leadership and employment readiness program focused on mentorship, job skills, and responsibility-building for at-risk youth.
Project H.O.W. (House of Warriors)
Trauma-informed youth reentry program offering case management, crisis stabilization, emotional support, and school/family advocacy for high-risk and justice-involved youth.
Rochester Restoration Pipeline
Collaborative K-12 initiative integrating Project URGE (Grades 9–12), Inspiring Forces II (Grades 6–8), and Tru Impact (Grades K–5) to provide a continuous pathway for student success.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 2 activities
- Youth educational and social foundation buildingRuns Foundation Forward, a program that builds educational and social foundations for youth, complementing broader youth development and employment readiness efforts.
- Youth leadership and development programmingProvides youth leadership and development services for vulnerable and at-risk youth through the House of David program and the Rochester Restoration Pipeline, a co-developed K-12 initiative serving grades 9–12, including mentorship and holistic mobile case management.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Adult employment readiness servicesOffers adult employment readiness programming including job training, resume and interview support, and case management through the EmURGE-n-See program and other adult outreach initiatives.
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Neighborhood Civic Engagement 1 activity
- Community development and stakeholder engagementEngages residents and neighborhood stakeholders in under-resourced sectors of Rochester, NY, to strengthen communities through prayer, planning, and implementation of community development strategies.
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Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
- Community dialogue and racial equity programmingHosts the Diversity Café and community dialogues on systemic issues such as racism, poverty, and violence to promote racial equity, inclusive engagement, and cultural exchange in shared spaces.
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Emergency Rental Assistance and Eviction Prevention 1 activity
- Housing stabilization servicesProvides housing stabilization services including financial assistance for security deposits up to $1,500 and housing navigation support for individuals in need.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Youth leadership and employment readiness programRuns a youth leadership and employment readiness program offering mentorship, job readiness training, and mobile case management for at-risk youth.
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Youth Development and Support Services 1 activity
- Youth reentry program for justice-involved youthOperates Project H.O.W. (House of Warriors), a trauma-informed youth reentry program for high-risk and justice-involved youth, providing case management, crisis stabilization, and life skills development.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$37K
Contributions & grants$37K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$75K
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Salaries & benefits$26K
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balance sheet
Total assets$6K
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Net assets$6K
4 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue -51.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 2
- Lauri McKnight — Board Member
- Tim Beck — Board Treasurer
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Diversity Café Partner — Partner organization facilitating community dialogues on systemic issues such as racism and poverty.
- EmURGE-n-See Partner — Partner organization providing adult employment readiness training and workforce preparation.
- Foodlink Partner — Collaborated on administering the Compassion Capital Federal grant.
- House of David Partner — Partner organization delivering youth leadership and employment readiness programming.
- House of Warriors Partner — Partner organization operating under the Project H.O.W. initiative, delivering youth reentry services.
- Inspiring Forces II Partner — Collaborates with Project URGE on the Rochester Restoration Pipeline, serving middle school students (grades 6–8).
- The Children’s Agenda Partner — Participated in the interfaith coalition and helped plan the 2015 Urban Camp Out.
- Tru Impact Partner — Collaborates with Project URGE on the Rochester Restoration Pipeline, serving elementary school students (grades K–5).
- churches Partner — Collaborates with churches as community partners to expand impact.
- churches Partner — Partners with churches to create unified solutions to community challenges.
- community leaders Partner — Works alongside community leaders to co-develop solutions that address systemic barriers in Rochester.
- community organizations Partner — Collaborates with community organizations to expand impact and share resources.
- faith organizations Partner — Collaborates with faith organizations as part of a network to support under-resourced individuals in Rochester.
- local leaders Partner — Works alongside local leaders to bridge service gaps and support community stability.
- non-profits Partner — Partners with other nonprofits to bridge service gaps and increase collective impact in Rochester.
strategies · 5
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.
- Collaborative Ecosystem Buildingmethodology: collaborative-ecosystem buildingBy uniting nonprofits, faith institutions, and community leaders into a coordinated network, Project Urge closes systemic support gaps and builds collective resilience because interconnected stakeholders can respond more effectively than isolated organizations.
- Community-Centered Co-Creationmethodology: community-centered co-creationBy listening first and co-creating programs with Rochester residents, Project Urge ensures solutions are rooted in community needs, which increases relevance, sustainability, and trust—leading to more effective engagement and long-term impact.
- Faith-Rooted Community Systems Changemethodology: faith-rootedBy grounding community development in faith-rooted values and resident-led spiritual practice, Project Urge fosters collective agency and systemic transformation because shared moral purpose and trust catalyze sustained collaborative action.
- Integrated, Mobile Service Deliverymethodology: integrated_service_modelBy delivering holistic, integrated support services directly into communities via mobile outreach, Project Urge increases accessibility and continuity of care because removing logistical barriers enables more consistent engagement and resilience-building.
- Trauma-Informed Reentry Modelmethodology: trauma-informed careBy applying trauma-informed care in youth reentry services, Project Urge improves stabilization and development outcomes because recognizing the impact of trauma allows for more responsive, empathetic, and effective support.