The Fairport Foundation supports the projects listed below through your generous donations!
Junior Achievement Pilot Program
Fairport Foundation is excited to announce the relaunch of our association with Junior Achievement of Central Upstate NY to bring high-quality, real-world financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and career-readiness programming to the
Fairport Central School District.
Our organization began this work just prior to the Covid-19 pandemic. In Fall 2019, we successfully piloted JA It’s My Future® at Johanna Perrin Middle School, with hopes to expand the pilot program in the Spring of 2020 and further into the district in the 2020–2021 school year. Unfortunately, the pandemic interrupted those plans and halted further implementation.
Today, with strong community support, school interest and renewed momentum, we are ready to begin again, launching a New Pilot Program at Northside Elementary School in the Spring 2026. With success we hope to bring more Junior Achievement programs to more Fairport Schools in future years. These programs provide students with essential skills in money management, problem-solving, career exploration, and understanding of the world of work.
Why Your Support Matters
Junior Achievement programming relies on a blend of financial sponsorship and community volunteer participation. To bring these life-changing programs to the students of Fairport our organization needs:
· Funding for curriculum kits and student materials
· Funding and Locations to host volunteer training and program information sessions
· Volunteers for Instructors to facilitate programs in classrooms
· Volunteers to help coordinate programs and other initiatives
How You Can Get Involved
A link below connects to a Pledge Form that outlines several ways to contribute including financial gifts, employee or individual volunteer participation and partnership opportunities. The primary purpose of the Pledge Form is to help us understand interest levels and commitments as we plan for the future; however, if you are interested in making a contribution during the 2025 calendar year, we are fully prepared to accept donations now to support the Spring 2026 pilot as well as future Junior Achievement programming in Fairport schools.
Your investment will not only support the Spring 2026 pilot program at Northside Elementary but will also help future efforts to bring additional JA Programs in Fairport Schools with the hope that together we can impact thousands of students in the years to come.
Thank you in advance for your willingness to support this renewed effort and for your commitment to the future of our students and our community. We look forward to partnering with you to bring Junior Achievement to Fairport Schools.
Fairport Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, serves as the fiscal sponsor for the Junior Achievement program and retains full control and discretion over all contributions it receives on Fairport Public Arts Committee behalf. While we strive to honor donor intent, contributions are used at our discretion to support our charitable mission in accordance with IRS regulations.
Friends of Perinton Recreation and Parks partners with the Perinton Recreation and Parks Department to foster a connected, vibrant, and inclusive community. Through advocacy, fundraising, and volunteer support, we work to expand access to recreational programs, promote the natural beauty of our parks, and ensure that all residents, regardless of financial background, can participate fully in community life. Together, we strive to create a welcoming environment where every resident can experience the joy of recreation and the well-being that comes from community engagement.
Fairport Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, serves as the fiscal sponsor for the Friends of Perinton Recreation and Parks and retains full control and discretion over all contributions it receives on Fairport Public Arts Committee behalf. While we strive to honor donor intent, contributions are used at our discretion to support our charitable mission in accordance with IRS regulations.
Railroad Street Artwork’s Mission
Railroad Street Artworks is committed to fostering a vibrant, welcoming, and supportive community of Artists, Art Lovers and Art Curious - from all backgrounds, abilities, and aspirations - where they can gather, learn about, and experience the creation of art in its many forms
Railroad Street Artworks is dedicated to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and empowering space for all Creatives to thrive, collaborate, and contribute to the cultural and artistic enrichment of our local community.
A Gallery & So Much More
The 3200 square ft. building is naturally divided into 3 main spaces – gallery/retail, classroom and multipurpose space. There is a kitchen space, office, and restroom as well.
Gallery Space – wall space and shelving unit space is rented to artists for display of their work.
Classroom Space – this space will beutilized to schedule creative instruction for all ages.
Multipurpose Space – a large open space that will be furnished so that it can be easily rearranged to meet need.
Public restrooms – A single unisex restroom is available
Kitchen – a kitchen is onsite for storage of refreshments prior to serving. Food will not be prepared onsite.
Office – will be used to run operations by management.
The Fairport Foundation provides fiduciary oversight for the fundraising efforts of Railroad Street Artworks.
Fairport Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, serves as the fiscal sponsor for Railroad Street Artworks and retains full control and discretion over all contributions it receives on Fairport Public Arts Committee behalf. While we strive to honor donor intent, contributions are used at our discretion to support our charitable mission in accordance with IRS regulations.
Supporting Public Art
The Fairport Public Arts Commission (FPAC) was formed in April 2016 to facilitate the incorporation of public art in the Village of Fairport. The FPAC oversees the public arts process within the Village, updates the Public Art Plan, and makes approvals and recommendations to the Village Board regarding commissions and investments in the Village’s public artwork collection and programs.
The committee is comprised community leaders, local art and design professionals, and village residents appointed by the Mayor. The committee is committed to promoting a rich, diverse, and stimulating cultural environment to enrich the lives of the village’s residents, business owners, employees and visitors, and to enhance the village’s image both nationally and internationally.
The FPAC has supported the Fairport Office of Community and Economic Development to acquire two art installations for the Thomas Creek Wetland Walk Improvement Project. Most recently, the FPAC managed the acquisition of the 2019 sculpture Connection by Juan Carlos Caballero-Perez, located in Kennelly Park. This work is the first of a planned Fairport Public Art Trail on Erie Canal between the village and Perinton Park. The FPAC is currently working with the village and local organizations to identify additional opportunities for art installations and art events throughout Fairport Village.
The FPAC participates in Village activities such as Home for the Holidays, Scarecrow Festival, Canal Days Duck Race and chairs the Annual Canal Days Community Chalk Art Contest.
"Fairport Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, serves as the fiscal sponsor for Fairport Public Art Committee and retains full control and discretion over all contributions it receives on Fairport Public Arts Committee behalf. While we strive to honor donor intent, contributions are used at our discretion to support our charitable mission in accordance with IRS regulations.
It starts with O N E...
Learning Links of Fairport was created after Fairport United Methodist Church (FUMC), through Catholic Family Services, sponsored one refugee family from Kenya who emigrated to the U.S. under the approval of President George W. Bush.
The majority of Learning Links of Fairport students live in The Pines of Perinton and come from families of diverse cultures and religious backgrounds from around the world, thus giving it the nickname, “The Little United Nations of Perinton.” Many kids in our program are the fastest adapting English speakers in their families and act as translators for their parents.
Learning Links is approved as a tutoring program by the Fairport Central School District. Partners in Community Development, a local non-profit organization coordinates the KidsCare building and has allowed us to use their facilities on The Pines campus. Although the program is non-denominational, we thank God for all our blessings and are supported by community members, area churches: FUMC, Church of the Resurrection, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Mt. Rise, Church of the Assumption, and more. Fairport Rotary and Fairport Area Lion's Club also support Learning Links of Fairport. Our community partner is Fairport Foundation, a 501 (c)3 entity, making your donations tax-deductible.
Veterans Memorial at Potter Park
MEMORIAL BRICK PROGRAM
The Veterans Memorial at Potter Park in Fairport was renovated in 2014 and updated in 2018. The design includes an area for the installation of memorial bricks. If you would like to purchase a personalized brick in memory of a veteran who has served in a branch of the United States military, we welcome you to do so by completing the form (link below), emailing it to info@fairportfoundation.org
or
mailing the completed form to Fairport Foundation, 6 N Main Street, Suite 105, Fairport, NY 14450. Cost for engraving and installation is $100 per brick and can be paid by check payable to Fairport Foundation or online via Pay Pal (link below).
INTERESTED IN LOCATING A PURCHASED BRICK?
Eagle Scout Matt Adams and BSA Troop 209 created a chart to locate bricks. Fairport High School students Holly Buchholz and Jordyn Rose second checked the listings. The result is the chart - link below.
VETERANS MEMORIAL BRICK LOCATION CHART - link to be added soon
FAIRPORT HIGH SCHOOL - CLASS OF 1964
Fairport High School’s Class of 1964, which graduated 162 members from Minerva Deland High School more than a half century ago, participates with the Fairport Perinton Partnership’s Fairport Foundation to continue its tradition of awarding academic scholarships to FHS seniors.
In the past 14 years Class of ‘64 members and others have donated more than $7,000 to 14 individuals.
The scholarship amounts have ranged from $350 to $750, given to Fairport High School graduates in good standing who meet the following requirements:
* Attend a two or four-year college or trade/technical school in the Fall or Winter following their graduation.
* Hold a minimum GPA of 75%.
* Have one or more members of his/her immediate family (parents, grandparents or legal guardians) be a graduate of Fairport High School.
* Demonstrate active leadership in school activities, particularly within their graduating class, and attest in a submitted essay to being a good ambassador for the high school and Fairport community in the years after graduation.
Applications are distributed and processed by the FHS Guidance Department, with identities redacted for anonymity. Submissions are then reviewed by the Class of 1964 scholarship selection committee, to determine the winner.
The scholarship is paid by certified check from the Fairport Foundation’s account at Canandaigua National Bank. It is presented by selection committee members to the student and/or parent(s) at the high school’s annual awards assembly in June.
All donations are 501c(3) tax-exempt. Make checks payable to: Fairport Foundation and mail to Fairport Foundation, 6 North Main Street, Suite 105, Fairport, NY 14450. Be sure to write in the memo field on the check “Class of 1964 scholarship.”
PayPal online donation link below.
Note: The Foundation deducts 5% from each donation for processing and related tax filing.
"Fairport Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, serves as the fiscal sponsor for Class of 1964 and retains full control and discretion over all contributions it receives on Class of 1964 behalf. While we strive to honor donor intent, contributions are used at our discretion to support our charitable mission in accordance with IRS regulations."