The Center for Disability Rights (CDR) has received a $15,356 grant from the Rochester Area Community Foundation as part of the inaugural grant round of the Ralph C. Wilson Legacy Fund for Youth Sports.
Over the past 43-year history, the Rochester Rookies has provided a structured, character building leadership experience to youth with physical, learning and developmental disabilities, through participation in track and field training and competitions. The Rochester Rookies promotes independence for young individuals with all types of disabilities, aligning with the mission and vision of CDR.
CDR is a disability led, not-for-profit corporation that provides services to people with disabilities and seniors within the framework of an Independent Living Model which promotes independence of people with all types of disabilities, enabling choice in living setting, full access to the community, and control of their life. CDR advocates for the full integration, independence, and civil rights of people with disabilities. Additional information is available at www.cdrnys.org.
Rochester Area Community Foundation engages philanthropists and community partners to improve an eight-county region by focusing on creating an equitable community and strengthening our region’s vitality. Since 1972, the Community Foundation has awarded more than $420 million in grants and scholarships. For information, visit www.racf.org.
CDR is grateful to the Rochester Area Community Foundation for their ongoing support of the disability community, and would like to acknowledge the College of Brockport Adaptive Physical Education program, as their collaboration has made this program successful.
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