Entries for September 2007

Many high school seniors that graduated this past June have set their sights on the next level of education being college and will soon leave their high school experience behind. For most of these graduates, the next time they will see their former classmates will be at the 5-, 10-, or even 15-year reunions...

The charitable nature of citizens within Chautauqua County is overwhelming. The Community Foundation sees it day in and day out from donors starting new funds, making simple gifts, or memorializing those who have passed on. Sometimes there are too few causes for the charity local individuals are willing to provide...

The Community Foundation’s John D. Hamilton Community Service Award exists to honor individuals who have shown “dedication, leadership, and support in furthering community spirit and enhancing the quality of life in the Chautauqua region.” Two individuals have exemplified this phrase over their lives in Chautauqua County...

Community Foundation grants provide approximately $1.5 million each year and reach out to many different segments of the community. While most of these grants are awarded within Chautauqua County, there are cases where grants are awarded outside the county to benefit Chautauqua County students. Such is the case with Roswell Park Cancer Institute’s Research...