Eric Van DusenManager, Community Impact
Eric first joined the ESL in 2019 as Senior Community Impact Relationship Manager, with a focus on managing ESL Community Impact initiatives around building strong neighborhoods in the Greater Rochester area. In 2022 he was promoted to Manager, Community Impact with oversight over Community Impact team members, their grant making activities, as well as strengthening internal and external partnerships. Eric brings nearly 30 years’ experience to this area, including work with Group 14621, NeighborWorks Rochester, Grace Urban Ministries, The Housing Council, and his most recent role of Senior Economic Development Specialist at the City of Rochester.
His community involvement includes having served on the Rochester Zoning Board, Teen Empowerment’s Advisory Board, and on NeighborWorks America’s Community Initiatives National Advisory Board. Eric holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Empire State College. He resides in Rochester with his wife.
For questions about Community Impact at ESL, or to inquire about grants, please email impact@esl.org.