From the beginning of the CARE process, all members of the Rochester CARE Collaborative Working Group agreed that it should continue indefinitely as an important collection of diverse interests that identify and address unmet needs regarding toxics in Greater Rochester.
The CARE Collaborative hopes to improve Greater Rochester's understanding of, attention to, and reduction of multiple toxics through continued research and activity of the group. The Collaborative will design and assist the advancement of new initiatives and programs to address selected environmental issues, and increase wider community knowledge of and action.
In June 2008, the CARE Collaborative has identified the following issues on which to work:
We have recently applied for grants to do this work and continue to look for other funding opportunities.
Want to Participate?
For more information on the CARE Collborative or if you or your group is interested in helping with, donating funds to, or participating in any of the pilot projects or the meetings, please contact us.