Rochester Business Journal February 5, 2024 Rochester Business Journal article about the first round of funding grants the Foundation’s first round of major grants for out-of-school time programs and it’s strategic shift from general funding of educational programs to a specific…
585 Magazine October 31, 2023 Jennie Schaff, Farash Foundation CEO is profiled along with leaders from other local foundations.
Farash Foundation Statement October 12, 2023 In the spirit of our founders, Max and Marian Farash, the Farash Foundation’s board of trustees and staff share a profound concern for the welfare of the Jewish people. The recent attacks on Israel have…
Farash Foundation News Release April 21, 2023 We are thrilled to announce that we’ve reexamined our grantmaking strategies and are bringing renewed focus to how we support our communities. With the continually evolving needs of individuals, this was a critical step toward…
Rochester Business Journal Interview December 30, 2021 Incoming CEO, Jennie Schaff, Ph.D. was interviewed by the Rochester Business Journal about joining the Foundation and her vision for its future.
WROC-TV News Story December 20, 2021 The Farash Foundation’s new CEO Jennie Schaff was interviewed by WROC-TV’s Mark Gruba about her new role and vision for the Foundation.
Democrat & Chronicle Op-Ed December 12, 2021 Jennie Schaff, Ph.D., the Farash Foundation’s new CEO, shares her thoughts on more effectively addressing Rochester’s social challenges by inviting the people most effected to participate in developing solutions.
AFP Genesee Valley Chapter News Release September 27, 2021 The Max & Marian Farash Charitable Foundation has been named outstanding foundation by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Genesee Valley Chapter as part of its National Philanthropy Day Awards. Each November, AFP…
Farash Foundation News Release October 27, 2021 Jennie Schaff, Ph.D. Jennie Schaff, Ph.D. will join the Max and Marian Farash Charitable Foundation on January 1, 2022 as the organization’s chief executive officer. Schaff has served as the president and CEO of Jewish…
Farash Foundation News Release November 13, 2020 Megan Bell, director of grants & programs for the Max and Marian Farash Foundation, has been named a 2020 Forty Under 40 recipient. Forty Under 40 recognizes 40 men and women, under the age of…