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Rochester Global Connections Inc

Cultural & International Exchange

International Rochester, NY EIN 160877269 · IRS Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
61/100 · methodology

About Rochester Global Connections Inc

Professional & Educational Exchanges to bring strong international ties to Rochester, NY- Implemented virtual programming due to Covid-19 impact International Friendship Program: Local volunteers show international students/scholars local culture, destinations, and power of friendship

Founded
Headquarters
Rochester, NY
Foundation type
Supporting organization (509(a)(3))
NTEE code
Q200
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
micro

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1965

Mission

Cultural & International Exchange

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
🌍 International · NTEE Q200

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 5 similar international in United States
Program spending This charity: 18%
Peer average: 96%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 196.58%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 61
Peer average: 90

Red flags

· 1 item
High Executive Pay
Top executive compensation is 55.8% of total expenses ($20,305 of $36,387).

Where every $1 goes

$0.18
Program expenses$0.18 ($6,488)

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Rochester Global Connections Inc is a registered international nonprofit based in Rochester, NY, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1998 and has been operating for 28 years. Its EIN is 160877269. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 90/100 for international charities in United States. The organization reports $10K in annual revenue. 35 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.

Rochester Global Connections Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 61 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.

Rochester Global Connections Inc is located in Rochester, NY, United States. The organization was established in 1998 and has been active for 28 years.

Based on official tax filings, Rochester Global Connections Inc has $10K in annual revenue. It allocates 18% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 96% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Rochester Global Connections Inc is classified as a International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has $10K in annual revenue. The organization has 35 disclosed officers and directors.

GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Rochester Global Connections Inc. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.

Rochester Global Connections Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the IRS. 18% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 96%. Visit the Rochester Global Connections Inc profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

Professional & Educational Exchanges to bring strong international ties to Rochester, NY- Implemented virtual programming due to Covid-19 impact International Friendship Program: Local volunteers show international students/scholars local culture, destinations, and power of friendship Rochester Global Connections Inc is classified as a international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1998.

Among international charities registered in United States: Rochester Global Connections Inc's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61/100 is below the peer average of 90/100. It allocates 18% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 96%. Its annual revenue of $10K is below the peer average of $5M.

Yes, donations to Rochester Global Connections Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Rochester Global Connections Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 160877269, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

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Annual revenue
$10K-$100K
18% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2023) why this matters
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Filing history

3 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2023, FY2022, FY2021.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Leadership

PH
Phuong T Nguyen
Board Treasurer

Officers & trustees (15)

Source: Public filings

AL
Alexandra M•••••••
Former Part-time Employee
AL
Alex O••••••••••
Board Director
BO
Bonney B••••••
Board Director
JE
Jennifer B H••••
Board President
JE
Jennifer H••••
Board President
KA
Kathy H•••
Board Director
LA
Laura B••••••
Board Director
LI
Lily A L••••
Program Director
ME
Megan K••••
Board Director
NA
Natalia R••••••••
Board Vice-President
NE
Nevan F•••••
Board Director
OL
Olivia K•••••••••••••
Former Executive Director
PH
Phuong N•••••
Board Treasurer
PH
Phuong T N•••••
Board Treasurer
RE
Renee P•••••
Board Secretary
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Latest news

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Activity timeline

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Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2023
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Form filed
$0.0M revenue
FY2022
IRS_990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2021
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Peer charities

Other international in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Rochester Global Connections Inc This page 61 $10,329 18%
Uplift Internationale 93 $75,290 87%
He-Man International Inc 90 $72,047 100%
Young Heros Foundation 90 $55,832 100%
Peoria Area World Affairs Council 90 $68,255 100%
Friends of Liberia Renewal Ministries Usa 89 $77,987 92%

Sources and verification

Refreshed

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 35 disclosed in the public registry.

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

GiveRadar combines public registry filings, ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, Charity Navigator, GuideStar, and news archives into a single 0-100 integrity assessment. We don't take a cut of any donation, ever.

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Quick facts about Rochester Global Connections Inc

What is Rochester Global Connections Inc?
Rochester Global Connections Inc is a international supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Rochester, United States. Professional & Educational Exchanges to bring strong international ties to Rochester, NY- Implemented virtual programming due to Covid-19 impact International Friendship Program: Local volunteers show international students/scholars local culture, destinations, and power of friendship
When was Rochester Global Connections Inc founded?
Rochester Global Connections Inc was founded in 1998.
Who leads Rochester Global Connections Inc?
Phuong T Nguyen serves as Board Treasurer.
Where is Rochester Global Connections Inc located?
Headquartered in Rochester, United States.
What is Rochester Global Connections Inc's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $10K-$100K. 18% of expenses go to program services.
Is Rochester Global Connections Inc trustworthy?
Rochester Global Connections Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 61 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Rochester Global Connections Inc's registration number?
IRS EIN: 160877269.
What is Rochester Global Connections Inc's website?
https://rocglobal.org