Rochester Education Foundation

The Rochester Education Foundation is an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to raising resources and offering programs to support success for Rochester city students at every age. REF's mission is to provide programs and resources to improve learning and success for all Rochester city school students through partnerships with educators, businesses, and the community.

REF provides enriching literacy support, musical instruments and arts education opportunities, and critical college access support to Rochester's students. REF also supports multiple shared and partner programs which enhance the quality of students’ educations, broaden their horizons, and help them become more successful. These include scholarship funds, school-based funds, school gardens, outdoor activities, and more.