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Family Promise of Greater Rochester Inc

EIN 41-2064888 · Rochester, NY

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceStrong90 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To assist families at risk of or experiencing homelessness to achieve sustainable independence by providing person-centered, holistic services in collaboration with the greater community.

Income
$1.1 million
Spending
$901,204
Spent on programs
88%
Reserves
10.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 71%
Employees
14
Volunteers
40
Highest pay
$110,500, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 80% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 10.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 7% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 19% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 0% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    88% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 4 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 90 out of 100. Higher than 48% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    11 of 11 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    0 of 10

    Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (4)
  1. $148,176 spent. Shelter Program - provides year-round, low-barrier emergency shelter for families in apartment-style furnished housing. Families receive case management, linens, and toiletries. Food boxes are available as needed. Volunteers assist with cleaning apartments between families and delivering donated furniture and household items. This program is supported by contributions.
  2. $336,119 spent. Prevention & Diversion Program - This program provides funding assistance to prevent a family from homelessness or eviction, or a security deposit to divert a family from entering shelter; families are supplemented by case management services to ensure they remain stably housed for up to one year. This low barrier program that started in 2019 assists over 100 families each year. This program is supported by contributions.
  3. $153,207 spent. Housing Navigation - The Roc Housing Navigator Program helps eligible households find permanent housing by providing personalized, culturally responsive support from start to finish. Housing Search Navigators and After Care Managers work directly with families to guide them through every step of the housing search process, and they continue to provide support for at least six months after a home is secured. The program partners with trusted community-based organizations to ensure families receive the best possible assistance, rooted in cultural understanding and community care.
  4. $153,077 spent. Aftercare & Stabilization Program - Families transitioning out of the Shelter Program and into permanent housing and those who have received support through the Prevention & Diversion Program are eligible for up to one year of comprehensive services. Aftercare & Stabilization case management ensures families maintain housing and self-sufficiency after housing vulnerability or homelessness. This program is supported by contributions.Transitional Housing Families pay at- or below-market rent and can stay in transitional housing for up to two years, providing consistency and stability for children and giving families time to establish a positive rental history.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since March 2003.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.

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