Resource Center

Contacts/Programs

317 Main Street (Mailing)
333 East Chestnut Street (Site)
East Rochester, New York 14445

Teresa Willette
Resource Center Director

: (585) 586-0525 
: tqwillette@eastrochester.org

Al Buckner
Resource Center Associate
: (585) 586-0525 
: abuckner@eastrochester.org

Office Hours

Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. 

Please leave a message when calling during off hours and we will return the call as soon as possible. In the event of an emergency during off hours, please call the East Rochester Police Department who will then contact the Director.
 

Community Resources

Hot Links

Services Offered for the Needy

Food Shelf:
The food shelf is one of the most important services offered for those in need, such as families with small children who might go hungry if not for this service. The generosity of the member churches in the East Rochester Association of Churches, Koinonia Fellowship, the Town/Village of East Rochester, East Rochester School District, and other organizations provide a large portion of the non-perishable food items to the Center. The Community Resource Center is a member of FOODLINK of Rochester and we receive grants from Foodlink to help purchase other food items when needed. Requests for help are scrutinized for legitimacy. Information is compiled on interview sheets and then verified. Ordinarily food shelf assistance is granted for 7 days, 3 meals per day per person.

 
Used Clothing Center:
Our used clothing center has been a tremendous help for many young families, especially larger families, those on public assistance, or anyone struggling to make ends meet with no disposable income left over for extras such as warm coats, sweaters, gloves, or hats.
 
Used Furniture and Household Items:
Donated furniture and household items are provided to needy families finding it difficult to set up housekeeping, or when finding it hard to replace old broken down appliances.
 
Crisis Fund:
The fund is used with discretion to help people in emergency situations. It is a one-time grant and a policy is in place to verify need and qualifications prior to granting financial aid.
 
Transportation Pool:
We have a volunteer pool of safe drivers who will help people run errands, take them grocery shopping or to a doctor appointment. One week advance notice is required to utilize this service.
 

Other services provided by the Center include budget counseling and advocacy.

The Center also provides help for children in needy families who cannot afford to pay registration fees to play in youth sports programs so the children are not left out of a worthwhile and fun activity. Information from the State, County, and Town/Village are provided in the areas of assistance in many forms and for referrals to other agencies for those who need long-term help.

The Center is operated by a paid director, a paid associate director, and many volunteers. All calls for help are directed to the Resource Center by the local church community, school, Town/Village, and other organizations and individuals. For more information, check out our free classified ad in the weekly Community Adnet News, or call the Center today at 585-586-0525.

SEPTEMBER 1952—THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR ST. JEROME’S

SEPTEMBER 1952—THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR ST. JEROME’S Read more

The first day of the school year is always a special time.  The first day in a new school is doubly special.  And so, it was for St. Jerome’s School on September 3, 1952.

IT HAPPENED ONE SATURDAY NIGHT — 60 YEARS AGO

IT HAPPENED ONE SATURDAY NIGHT — 60 YEARS AGO Read more

According to a number of area sportscasters, it wasn’t supposed to happen that way—the East Rochester Bombers beating the Lyons Lions, 58-57.   While both basketball teams entered the game undefeated, Lyons was known as a powerhouse.  By looking at the history of the two teams, however, perhaps March 24, 1962, was destined to be different.  And what made the outcome of the contest all the more special was that it happened before a crowd estimated to be more than 10,000.  

Covid Test-Kits Available

Covid Test-Kits Available Read more

The Town/Village of East Rochester has additional Covid-19 test-kits for resident pickup. If you would like a test-kit please call (585) 586-3553 or stop by the Clerk's Office located on the 2nd floor of the Eyer Building. The office is open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday.

2023 Bulk Refuse Rules and Schedule

2023 Bulk Refuse Rules and Schedule Read more

The 2023 Bulk Week Rules and Schedule is available here for download.

Documents to download

Fast Forward Monroe

Fast Forward Monroe Read more

Additional CARES Act funds have been made available for grants to Monroe County Businesses with less than 50 employees. 

The application may be accessed at https://www.monroecounty.gov/mcapp/grant2/.  Applications are being accepted until October 8, 2021.  If you have questions, please call 753.2000.

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