GRAR’s support and commitment to the community is as strong as ever. GRAR is involved with the Monroe County Vacant Property Task Force, Celebrate City Living, and the Genesee River Project, among others.
- Celebrate City Living - An annual event where GRAR staff and membership volunteer their time to answer questions from consumers and promote city living.
- Monroe County Vacant Property Task Force - GRAR CEO, Jim Yockel, is a member of this important task force.
- Red Cross Home Fire Campaign - GRAR recently partnered with the Rochester Chapter of the Red Cross to promote the Home Fire Preparedness Campaign. The goal of the campaign is to install 700 smoke alarms and provide fire education in 300 homes across Monroe County in an effort to reduce fire fatalities and injuries.
- Genesee River Revitalization Project - GRAR is collaborating with Genesee Land Trust, the City of Rochester, and other organizations to protect and promote this natural resource. The goal is to create vibrant urban neighborhoods that are connected to green space, to reutilize former industrial properties, and to expand on public and recreational access.
In 2017, GRAR obtained two grants through the National Association of REALTORS®:
- $15,000 to support the Port of Rochester and Charlotte Community Charrette Day - This all-day event focused on sharing ideas and discussing solutions and opportunities for redeveloping the Port and surrounding locations
- $5,000 to support building a community park in the Town of Lima
