irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $10KTHE SCHOOL #8 ADOPT-A-SCHOOL PROGRAM PROVIDES ASSISTANCE TO STUDENTS IN THEIR PERSONAL, SOCIAL, AND EDUCATIONAL GROWTH. THE RRCT HAS BEEN COMMITTED TO ROBERTO CLEMENTE SCHOOL IN PARTNERSHIP SINCE 1994.
- #2 $6KTHE PURPOSE OF THE COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM IS TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS WHO ATTENDED SCHOOL #8. THE STUDENTS ARE MENTORED BY ROTARIANS BEGINNING IN FIFTH GRADE AND CONTINUING THROUGH COLLEGE. THE MENTORS INTRODUCE THE SCHOLARS TO CULTURAL, VOLUNTEER, AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES DURING THE MENTOR YEARS.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Adopt-a-School Program
Partnership with Roberto Clemente School No. 8 since 1994 to support students' personal, social, and educational growth through mentoring and resources
College Scholarship Program
Provides funding and mentoring by Rotarians for former School #8 students attending college, beginning in fifth grade and continuing through college
Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp
Fully accessible residential summer camp serving over 2,500 children and adults with paralysis and other physical challenges annually; owned by RRCT and operated by Rochester Rotary Club
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Funding Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp through industry partnershipsSecures and manages funding for Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp, including over $1 million in contributions from the local construction industry since the partnership began.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Funding college scholarships and mentoring for students from Roberto Clemente School #8Provides college scholarships and long-term mentoring to students starting in fifth grade and continuing through college, specifically for those who attended Roberto Clemente School #8.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Hosting community recognition and fundraising eventsHosts annual events including an award reception and Law Day luncheon that recognize community service contributions and generate proceeds benefiting Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
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Specialized Summer Camps for Disabilities 1 activity
- Operating Rochester Rotary Sunshine CampRuns a fully accessible summer camp that serves over 2,500 children and adult campers with paralysis and other physical challenges annually as a community service initiative.
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Community Service and Charitable Outreach 1 activity
- Producing communications on charitable activitiesProduces an annual report and newsletter that highlight charitable activities, including support for Sunshine Camp and School #8 in Rochester.
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School-Specific Educational Support 1 activity
- Providing adopt-a-school support at Roberto Clemente School #8Delivers ongoing personal, social, and educational support to students at Roberto Clemente School #8 through an adopt-a-school program.
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Endowment and Gift Fund Management 1 activity
- Recognizing planned estate gifts through the Sunshine SocietyManages the Sunshine Society, established in 1999, to promote and recognize individuals who make planned estate gifts and bequests to the organization.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.55M
Contributions & grants$509K33%
Program service revenue$385K25%
Investment income$296K19%
Other revenue$357K
expenses
Total expenses$1.65M
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$786K
Grants paid out$45K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$11.26M
Cash$297K
Investments$7.86M
Liabilities$331K
Net assets$10.93M
Liquid reserves59.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -8.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRACEY DREISBACH | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/SECRETARY | 33 | $139K |
board members · 17
- ALANA M FUIERER — DIRECTOR
- CRAIG BROWN — DIRECTOR
- FRANCIS L OSTROM — DIRECTOR
- GERALD J ARCHIBALD — DIRECTOR
- GREGORY A MILLER — TREASURER
- HEATHER L SMITH — PRESIDENT
- JEFFREY S HALIK — DIRECTOR
- JOHN F HEVERON JR — ASSISTANT TREASURER
- KATHLEEN PRINGLE — DIRECTOR
- KIM GAYLORD — DIRECTOR
- LISA BLAKESLEY — DIRECTOR
- LYNN M LUBECKI — DIRECTOR
- PAUL GUGLIELMO — DIRECTOR
- PETER J GLENNON — DIRECTOR
- R SCOTT RASMUSSEN — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD D DE ASIS — DIRECTOR
- TERRY M KELLEY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 26
Who they work with
- American Diabetes Association Partner — Camp partner hosting summer programs at Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- Bar Bill East Partner — Venue partner hosting the President's Reception event.
- Builders Exchange of Rochester Partner — Partner in annual fundraising event supporting Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- CP Rochester Partner — Camp partner hosting summer programs at Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- Camp Haccamo Partner — Camp partner hosting summer programs at Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- Camp Hard Hat Partner — Camp partner hosting summer programs at Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- Camp Joy Partner — Camp partner hosting summer programs at Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- Construction Industry Association of Rochester Partner — Partner in annual fundraising event supporting Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- Empowering People’s Independence Partner — Camp partner hosting summer programs at Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- George Eastman Museum Partner — Host venue for the annual Rochester Rotary Award reception.
- Heather King Partner — Development Director who manages inquiries and participation in the Sunshine Society.
- Heritage Christian Services Partner — Camp partner hosting summer programs at Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- Holy Childhood Partner — Camp partner hosting summer programs at Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- Monroe County Sheriff’s Department Partner — Recognizes Monroe County Sheriff’s deputies with the Above and Beyond Service Award at the annual Law Day luncheon.
- RG&E Partner — Collaborates with Rochester Rotary to present information on energy grid reliability, storm response, and infrastructure projects
- Roberto Clemente School #8 Partner — Longstanding partner school in the Adopt-a-School program since 1994
- Roberto Clemente School No. 8 Partner — Partnership with Rochester Rotary for community service initiatives.
- Rochester Building and Construction Trades Council Partner — Partner in annual fundraising event supporting Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- Rochester City School District Partner — Camp partner hosting summer programs at Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- Rochester City School District #8 Partner — Partner district in a 10-year commitment to support students at School #8
- Rochester Police Department Partner — Collaborates with the Rochester Police Department to recognize officers through the Henry H. Jensen Memorial Award.
- Rochester Red Wings Partner — Hosted a joint event with the Rochester Red Wings at ESL Ballpark for Rotarians and guests.
- Rotary International Network — Member organization of Rotary International, a global network of more than 35,000 clubs.
- School #8 Partner — Adopted school in the City of Rochester receiving ongoing support from the organization.
- Sportsnet Partner — Camp partner hosting summer programs at Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
- UNiCON Partner — Partner in annual fundraising event supporting Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp.
strategies · 2
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.
- Accessible camping for individuals with physical challengesmethodology: accessible_campingBy providing fully accessible residential summer camping experiences, the organization fosters inclusion and personal growth for children and adults with paralysis and other physical challenges because immersive, barrier-free environments enable participants to experience independence, build confidence, and form meaningful social connections.
- Long-term mentorship by Rotariansmethodology: long-term_mentorshipBy engaging Rotarians as long-term mentors beginning in fifth grade and continuing through college, the organization supports sustained student development because consistent, trusted relationships expose youth to cultural, educational, and volunteer opportunities that broaden their horizons and build leadership capacity.