Working together - so every young person in Rochester can thrive.

Cradle 2 Career is a community-wide initiative that works to improve educational outcomes for every child in Rochester by transforming the way partners work together.

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Powered by partnerships and collaboration


We believe Rochester can do more for our youth when we work collectively toward one vision. That’s why Cradle 2 Career builds relationships across multiple sectors – nonprofit, business, government, and philanthropy – to determine successful strategies, break down barriers, and create new possibilities to support youth and families furthest from opportunity.

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Guided by data, anchored in community voice


To make progress, we must be rigorous about understanding how our community is doing and tracking our progress. We are driven by data showing youth outcomes at key points in their educational career. We also believe the voices of those most impacted by inequitable systems – youth, parents, and caregivers – should be central to how we make decisions to improve outcomes for children.

Latest News

  • Our new website

    Learn more about the updated site’s features.

  • March 2024 newsletter

    Read the latest in our spring C2C Connects newsletter.

  • Explore the data

    Check out the citywide data tied to our goal areas.

We need you!  

Everyone has a role to play in ensuring the success of Rochester’s young people. Connect with us today to learn how you can support our youth.