CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE ANNOUNCES HOUSE PASSAGE OF CRITICAL FUNDING FOR BADEN STREET SETTLEMENT

(Rochester, NY) – Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced over $500,000 was included in the House of Representatives' recently-passed appropriations bill to ensure the Baden Street Settlement can continue to provide critical services for our community.

"For 120 years, the Baden Street Settlement has been vital to the success of so many in our community, and it's critical we ensure those services remain in place," said Congressman Joe Morelle. "That is why I am so proud to have secured over $500,000 in the House appropriations bill for the Baden Street Settlement. This investment will allow Baden Street to make needed facility renovations and repairs so they can continue to uplift and enrich our community for years to come, and I encourage my partners in the Senate to join us in making this project a reality."

"We, at Baden Street, truly appreciate the continued support of Rep. Morelle," said Baden Street Settlement Executive Director Michael Marsh. "The money in this bill, when received, will help Baden make some sorely needed renovations that are necessary for us to continue our mission to support the Baden Street Community in Northeast Rochester. Initiatives like the Community Funding Project help vital organizations like Baden continue their essential work in our communities. We hope that this initiative here to stay."

Founded in 1902, The Baden Street Settlement provides essential services to Northeast Rochester—including childcare, counseling, emergency family assistance, and youth programs for disadvantaged teens. This funding will help cover the costs of much-needed infrastructure improvements, allowing the center to remain a vital resource for the community.

The funding is being made available as part of the Community Funding Project program, which Congress is implementing for the first time this year. Through this program, members of Congress are able to provide direct investments to areas of their communities that need it most. The funding was recently passed in the House of Representatives' appropriations bill and will now be considered by the U.S. Senate.

More information regarding the program can be found at morelle.house.gov/communityprojectfunding.

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