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An annual tradition will return on Monday, June 10, when the Hillside Golf Tournament resumes play at Monroe Golf Club, 155 Golf Avenue in Pittsford, NY. The daylong tournament brings together community supporters of Hillside’s mission for a rain-or-shine event of friendly competition.

“We’re delighted to once again bring this event to the community in 2024, as both a key fundraising opportunity and a wonderful way to celebrate Hillside’s mission and impact,” said Calista Amering, Chief Advancement Officer. “Hillside is deeply grateful to Presenting Sponsor KeyBank for their support, and many other sponsorship opportunities are available for individuals and companies that would like to show their support for our life-changing work with youth, adults and families.”

Tournament play will begin at 12:30pm on June 10, preceded by an 11:30am check-in and lunch. The game will be a scramble, with four-player teams competing for awards and recognition. A dinner will follow the afternoon of play, and a silent auction will be conducted for attendees.

To reserve a foursome or explore sponsorship opportunities, click here. To donate items or services for the silent auction, contact the Hillside Foundation at 585-256-7515 or hcf@hillside.com.

Community support keeps #HillsideStrong! Your gift makes our mission possible; donate today to make a difference. 

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]]> Generosity: Hillside’s Founders Celebrate Their Own Anniversary https://hillside.com/2022/02/generosity-hillsides-founders-celebrate-their-own-anniversary/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 19:44:45 +0000 https://hillside.com/?p=7239 The post Generosity: Hillside’s Founders Celebrate Their Own Anniversary appeared first on Hillside.

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With its 185th anniversary in 2022, Hillside is one of the country’s oldest continually operating nonprofit organizations. But an even longer history is enjoyed by Hillside’s founder, the Rochester Female Charitable Society, which celebrates its bicentennial this year.

Two hundred years ago, in the earliest days of the RFCS, their philanthropic acts were a literal door-to-door affair. “It was a ‘boots on the ground’ effort then,” says Laura Swett, the Society’s president. “The ladies saw profound needs among the poor, the sick, the needy, and they would go to people’s homes to help.”

Matching their resolve to the needs of the community, the Society members secured the funding that resulted in the February 28, 1837, creation of the Rochester Female Association for the Relief of Orphan and Destitute Children—known today as Hillside.

“Hillside is deeply grateful for the foresight and partnership of the Rochester Female Charitable Society,” says Maria Cristalli, Hillside President and CEO. “Philanthropy makes our work possible, and that’s never been more true than in the case of the RFCS.”

Today, the Society’s 27 members meet six times a year—including an October 2021 gathering at Hillside’s Monroe Campus in Rochester—and continue to review requests to fund worthy community causes. “Our mission has been consistent through all these years,” Swett says.

The Society’s enduring legacy is remarkable—and its ongoing charitable impact remains strong.

Community support makes Hillside’s mission possible. Support Hillside today.

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