Make a Difference in Rochester, NY

Whether you want to get involved in the national race or make neighbors aware of a great local candidate for mayor, here’s where to start to make your voice as a citizen heard loud and clear.

Politics - Make your voice heard!

• Congressional representatives for Rochester
• County government officials
• New York Democratic Party
• New York Republican Party
• New York Elections Board
• State election info - New York
• Roll call votes - Congress
• Federal campaign contributions - individuals (searchable by city)
• Federal campaign funding - committees
• Federal campaign funding - candidates
• Presidential Campaign Finance Contributors in Rochester
• More local campaign contributions
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You’re not the only one who wants to get things done around Rochester. We’ve assembled a comprehensive list of all the terrific organizations that are making things happen. Find out the who, when, where and how you can work with them.

Organizations - More local lowdown here...

• Local groups and organizations
• Chambers of Commerce in New York
• American Legion post locator
• Veterans of Foreign Wars post locator
• Jaycees
• Find Kiwanis clubs in New York
• Find Lions clubs in New York
• Find Rotary clubs in New York
• Volunteer opportunities in or near Rochester
• Nonprofit groups search
• Foundations in New York
• Community foundations (by state)
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Schools are the heart of most towns – and Rochester is no exception. Here’s where you can easily get the most up-to-date information on what’s going on, including hot-button issues, hot lunch menus and hot team sports scores! It’s like Cliffs Notes for all things school-related.

Education - "Extra credit" info is here...

• Rochester area schools and libraries
• Public schools in Rochester
• Private schools in Rochester
• All colleges in Rochester
• Libraries in Rochester
• Rochester school ratings and reviews
• Department of Education in New York
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Remember, it’s “by the people, for the people.” Hey, you’re the “people” – so find out about your local government. Then make sure you do your bit to keep it running in the direction that’s best for Rochester.

Government resources here...

• Rochester area government
• Monroe County government
• New York State Government
• Passports Info
• Where to write for birth, death, marriage or divorce records
• Veterans Services in NY
• US Department of Veterans Affairs
• Small Business Administration offices
• Social Security
• NY Government Bill Finder
• New York Government Integrity Reports
• Government Performance Project - New York Grades
• NY Motor Vehicles Department
• NY Drivers License Info
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We've made it a little bit easier to find spiritual meaning in your life, with this listing of all our religious organizations in Rochester. You can learn what they’re about, when they worship, how to contact them and more.

"Divine inspiration" here...

• Rochester area places of worship
• More churches in Rochester
• Total Membership by Faith, in Monroe County
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Rochester is made up of lots of interesting and different parts! Explore the many groups, areas and neighborhoods that make us so unique.

• Property and Neighborhood Info
• Charitable donations
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It’s a true calling, and those who serve deserve all the support they can get. Here’s where to find out about military issues in Rochester, how to get involved and stand behind the folks out there on the front lines.

Get military info here...

• American Legion post locator
• Veterans of Foreign Wars post locator
• Department of Veterans Affairs - Facility locator
• Find a military school nearby
• More military schools here
• Map of military bases in the United States
• Visit a local military base
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