$100,000 in grants to support violence prevention in Rochester

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Local leaders announced two grants for a combined $100,000 Tuesday, secured to support violence prevention programs in the City of Rochester.

The first grant is for the Save Our Youth Program run through Action for a Better Community. SOY is centered on youth intervention for those either currently involved, or those likely to become involved in violent incidents.

The second grant goes to Rise Up Rochester to support their programs promoting nonviolence in the community and providing support for crime victims and their families.

State Senator Jeremy Cooney said although violence rates are dropping, it’s important to acknowledge those behind the continuing efforts to bring those numbers down.

“Fortunately as our mayor and others have shared we are seeing that number come down, but one is too many,” he said. “While we’re seeing those rates drop, it’s important to recognize who’s been doing the work in the community on the streets while we see this increase, and helping to reduce the pain and violence that we’re seeing in the recent days.”

Each group on the receiving end of this funding was chosen through Senator Cooney’s office.

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