Action for a Better
Rochester, New York · EIN 160902835 · Private foundation
Based in Rochester, New York, Action for a Better has awarded $14.4M across 54 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Volunteers of America. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Action for a Better funds
Action for a Better's giving carries a documented focus on early childhood education, health care.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volunteers of America HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START SERVICES | Rochester, NY | $1.2M | 2022 |
| Volunteers of America HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START SERVICES | Rochester, NY | $1.1M | 2018 |
| Volunteers of America HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START SERVICES | Rochester, NY | $1.0M | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from Action for a Better
Action for a Better's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at abcinfo.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Action for a Better
- Does Action for a Better accept grant applications?
- Action for a Better's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Action for a Better fund?
- Action for a Better's grants focus on early childhood education. Example recipients include Volunteers of America. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Action for a Better give in grants?
- Action for a Better's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $555K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $14.4M over 54 grants.
- Where is Action for a Better located?
- Action for a Better is based in Rochester, New York. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 160902835.
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