The Perinton Pride Fund: What is it?
Established in 2000, the Perinton Pride Fund is an endowment fund administered by Rochester Area Community Foundation. The fund’s purpose is to improve the quality of life in Perinton and the community assets we enjoy for future generations.
How do I donate?
Donations may be made directly to the Perinton Pride Fund and sent to the Perinton Recreation and Parks Department. You will receive a written acknowledgement for your gift from the Rochester Area Community Foundation. Donations are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law.
Click Here to Donate Online through the RACF Website
The link above will link you directly with the Rochester Area Community Foundation website’s donation page. Please click on the first drop down box and select “Another project, fund or issue.” Please complete all requested information and list the Perinton Pride Fund in the Special instructions box at the end of the donations page.
What is the Community Foundation?
Founded in 1972, the Rochester Area Community Foundation is one of more than 850 community Foundations in the country. A permanent community endowment, your community foundation has been built up over the years by gifts and bequests from individuals, families and organizations committed to addressing the changing needs of our region.
Vision:
The Perinton Pride Fund is viewed as an alternative to increasing taxes and program support fees in providing secure, long-term investments in vital town services.
The Perinton Pride Fund In Action
Arts & Culture
The residents of Perinton enjoy several arts & cultural programs, including the Thursday Gazebo Series and the Sunday Center Stage concert series.
Parks & Open Space
Perinton, a Trail Town USA, is blessed with a strong parks system with many additional areas of open space preserved for future generations. The Perinton Pride Fund will help to continue this opportunity to offer a green town.
Access for People with Disabilities
Inclusion of people with disabilities is a key component in building a strong community. With assistance from the Perinton Pride Fund, we will continue our offerings of assistance for people with disabilities.
Lift chair for the disabled
Center Stage Golf (right)
Senior/Disabled Transport
Recreation Programming
The recreation programs that are enjoyed by the community are also offered to select individuals through needs based scholarships. The Perinton Pride Fund will continue to offer this ability to reach a wider audience.
Environmental Stewardship
The Town has a strong commitment to the preservation and protection of fragile eco-systems ensuring their presence for generations to come.
Contact Information
Email: Animal Control
Ciaran Hanna
Town Supervisor
(585) 223-0770
Jeff Nutting
Commissioner of Recreation and Parks
(585) 223-5050
