Entries for December 2007

Now is the time of year to reflect on everything that has happened over the course of the past 363 days. For the Community Foundation, this reflection brings about wonderful memories of yearly events, exiting initiatives, and celebration of great people; and this was no different in 2007......      

Every holiday season, a very prominent tale is told that focuses on the true meaning of Christmas. Most people could probably guess that story is A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. However, there is another prominent story that does not get as much play but carries a similar good-spirited message. That story is The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry...      

As the holiday season is all around and the warm memories of Thanksgiving are still lingering, there is yet one more reason to be thankful. In 1978, a group of community leaders had a vision of an organization that could reach out and help the entire community. With that far-reaching vision, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation was born...

Tis’ the season for giving. At year-end, with the holidays approaching, the spirit of giving always seems to be at its peak. With generosity abound this time of year, people generally look to do some good for those in need, and charitable giving is one way to do so...      

Memories provide comfort, lead to smiles, and bring light into our lives when moments of time are at their darkest. Memorial funds at the Community Foundation are all about remembrance and seek to bring a positive light on otherwise difficult situations. There is a new memorial fund at the Community Foundation that will indeed bring light to those who benefit from it, while fondly remembering the individual for whom the fund was established. This fund is the Meagan Lee Danielson Memorial Scholarship Fund...