named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Emerging Leaders Program
Youth leadership program connecting high school students with community leaders to develop leadership skills and raise awareness about key issues affecting the Rochester community.
Kickstart Leadership Symposium
Annual half-day event featuring interactive workshops and keynote speakers designed to energize and equip leaders for the new year, focusing on themes like leadership during uncertainty and strategic planning.
Signature Program
Year-long experiential leadership development program for professionals that explores community systems including business, government, education, and nonprofit sectors across Greater Rochester.
Virtual Speaker Series
Monthly virtual events connecting leaders with local trailblazers to discuss intentional leadership, personal growth, and community impact through actionable insights and networking.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Leadership Development Programs 3 activities
- Host leadership symposia for community membersOrganizes annual Kickstart Leadership Symposium events, including co-hosted half-day gatherings such as the 2024 and 2026 events, to support personal and professional goal-setting among regional leaders.
- Host virtual speaker series on leadershipHosts a monthly virtual speaker series featuring local community leaders to explore intentional leadership, with on-demand access to recorded sessions through a member portal for flexible engagement.
- Operate civic leadership development program for professionalsRuns a nine-month civic leadership program for professionals and community influencers in the greater Rochester region, designed to build leadership skills and foster cross-sector collaboration.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Facilitate alumni engagement and network buildingHosts alumni events and supports ongoing engagement through volunteer opportunities, with evidence showing strong network expansion and continued civic involvement among graduates.
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Educational Field Trips and Experiential Outings 1 activity
- Organize educational site visits and speaker events for studentsOrganizes walking tours and hosts community speakers to connect high school students with downtown Rochester sites and local leaders as part of youth leadership programming.
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Nonprofit Internship Programs 1 activity
- Provide internship opportunities for college studentsOffers internship opportunities for local college students to support organizational programs and communications, contributing to workforce and leadership development.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Run teen leadership development program for high school studentsOperates a youth leadership program that brings together a cohort of 15–25 high school students for seven to eight sessions annually, connecting them with local leaders and community issues in the Greater Rochester/Finger Lakes region.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Sell branded merchandiseSells a range of branded merchandise including apparel (hoodies, t-shirts, hats), drinkware (mugs, water bottles), baby and pet items, and long-sleeve shirts featuring the Leadership Rochester logo.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$207K
Contributions & grants$75K36%
Program service revenue$131K63%
Investment income$1K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$251K
Program expenses78%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$201K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$200K
Cash$92K
Investments$108K
Liabilities$5K
Net assets$195K
Liquid reserves9.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -22.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camille Simmons | Executive Director | 40 | $74K |
board members · 13
- Anne Wilder — Vice Chair
- Ben Jacobs — Member
- Candice Lucas EdD — Secretary
- Jennifer Hinton — Member
- Kim Brumber — Member
- Lauren Gallina Payne — Chair
- Liliana Ruiz — Member
- Matthew Wagstaff — Member
- Michael Yudelson — Member
- Myra Henry EdD — Member
- Rick DeJesus-Rueff EdD — Member
- Scott Pittinaro — Treasurer
- Shaun Anderson — Member
relationships · 88
Who they work with
- 540WMain Partner — Collaborative partner in the Emerging Leaders Teen Program
- Alive + Well Partner — Organization led by program participant Shawn Goburn in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- American Medical Response Partner — Employer of program participant Andrew Perez in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- Bausch & Lomb Partner — Founding board member organization through its senior leaders.
- Buffsci & Rocsci Schools Partner — Employer of program participant Mustafa Ersoy in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- Career Development Services Partner — Founding board member organization through its senior leaders.
- Children Awaiting Parents Partner — Collaborative partner in the Emerging Leaders Teen Program
- City of Rochester Partner — Employer of program participants Chris Kight and Elizabeth Murphy in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- City of Rochester Partner — Founding sponsor of Leadership Rochester.
- Climate Solutions Accelerator of the Genesee-Finger Lakes Region Partner — Organization led by program participant Abigail McHugh-Grifa in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- Connected Communities Foundation Partner — Employer of program participant Brianna Surdi in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- Council of Agency Executives Network — Member of a regional council of agency executives in the Rochester area
- Dr. Gloria Morgan Partner — Co-facilitator of a workshop on effective leadership in the Virtual Speaker Series.
- Dr. Lynn M. Lubecki Partner — Facilitator of a workshop on visionary leadership and change in the Virtual Speaker Series.
- Dr. Shaun Nelms Partner — Featured speaker in the Virtual Speaker Series.
- ESL Federal Credit Union Partner — Employer of program participants Matt Murphy and Kim Smith in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- Empreinte Consulting Partner — Consulting firm associated with program participant Luke Trader in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- Execllus BCBS Partner — Employer of program participant Luke Trader in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- Exploration Elementary Charter School Partner — Employer of program participants Ruth Brown and Marquez Mosley in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- First American Equipment Finance Partner — Employer of program participant Betsy Truax in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- Flight Wine Bar Partner — Host venue for the Best Class Challenge Autumn Soiree event.
- FoodLink Partner — Collaborative partner in the Emerging Leaders Teen Program
- GP Flooring Partner — Employer of program participant Jeremiah Schmidt in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- Gallina Development Partner — Collaborative partner in the Emerging Leaders Teen Program
- Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Network — Member organization of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
- Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Partner — Employer of program participants Jen Suppe and Christina Wheeler in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Partner — Founding sponsor of Leadership Rochester.
- Greater Rochester/Finger Lakes region school districts Partner — Collaborates with school districts to engage high school students in the Emerging Leaders program.
- Greenlight Networks Partner — Employer of program participant Julie Anderson in the 2026 Leadership Rochester class.
- Hillside Work Scholarship Connection Partner — Collaborative partner in the Emerging Leaders Teen Program
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strategies · 4
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.
- Alumni-Driven Sustainability Modelmethodology: alumni-driven fundraisingBy engaging alumni in governance and peer-driven fundraising, the organization sustains and scales leadership development because alumni investment strengthens ownership, continuity, and community-led growth.
- Cross-Sector Network Building for Inclusive Leadershipmethodology: inclusive_network_buildingBy connecting individuals across sectors, geographies, and identities, the organization fosters inclusive leadership and strengthens community impact because diverse networks generate broader perspectives and collaborative solutions.
- Experiential Community Immersionmethodology: experiential-community-immersionBy immersing leaders in the local community through site visits and direct engagement with cross-sector leaders, the organization builds civic awareness and leadership capacity because lived experience with community systems deepens connection and understanding.
- Youth Leadership Through Service and Connectionmethodology: service-learningBy providing unpaid internships with academic credit and stipend support, the organization develops youth leadership and civic engagement because early, supported exposure to community systems builds competence, confidence, and long-term commitment.