“Working with CGR gave our organization exactly what it needed to begin evaluating our programs. Dr. Donna Harris is a trusted professional who made this an enjoyable and beneficial process.”
Dr. Ashley CrossExecutive Director
Generation Two
CGR worked with parent leaders to complete an evaluation of the Whole Child Initiative (WCI), a project of ROC the Future Alliance aimed at transforming systems to better serve Rochester's families of color. This evaluation used a community-based participatory research approach led by Parent/Family Partners (PFPs) with CGR providing evaluation capacity building, including technical assistance and coaching, and conducting evaluation activities in partnership with PFPs.
Fire departments in the Northeast are increasingly challenged by declining volunteer numbers, outdated governance models, and budget constraints coupled with rising equipment costs.
Poverty in Rochester has declined since the establishment of the Rochester-Monroe Anti-Poverty Initiative, from 34% in 2014 to 27% in 2023. Comparable cities in New York State have also seen declines, but Rochester’s 21% decrease topped both Buffalo (13%) and Syracuse (15%).
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