Thriving Forward
Too often Rochester, NY is featured in the news for its problems. But this area is rich with community-based organizations striving to improve the lives of its residents. Join local a pediatrician, Dr. Megan Lasaponara, as she interviews people who are involved in good works all over the region. We will learn about each organization and how our guests found their path to community-based work. If you are ready to hear good news and feel inspired by what Rochester has to offer, join us as we talk to the people making our community ever better.
Thriving Forward
Jennifer Muniga - Executive Director of Cameron Community Ministries
In this episode Sarah talks with Jennifer Muniga, the Executive Director of Cameron Community Ministries.
Cameron Community Ministries is an Urban Outreach Community Center in the Lyell-Otis Neighborhood of Rochester, NY. Their mission is to work with neighborhood residents and partners to create a vibrant and thriving community through empowerment and advocacy while meeting basic needs. Program offerings include youth after-school and summer programs, a Teen Center, Peace Garden, a free hot meal program that serves lunch daily, an emergency food pantry, and a clothing house that serves community members in need of clothing and housewares.
Jennifer began her work at Cameron as the Youth Programs Director in 2011 and was named Executive Director in 2013.
To learn more about Cameron Community Ministries, please visit:
https://cameronministries.org/