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April 14, 2021 By sarah shelters

Mareri Scholarship Supports Falconer Vocational Students

Hard work always was part of Hector Mareri’s DNA. His mother Emma, an Italian immigrant, began working at a local factory when her husband passed away unexpectedly. Hector was two years old.  At the age of 12, Hector began working after … [Read more...] about Mareri Scholarship Supports Falconer Vocational Students

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March 26, 2021 By sarah shelters

The AJ Strong Fund

Aaron Lee is a strong man. Known for his physical strength, competing nationally in strong man competitions, Lee also exhibits a profound inner strength in finding new ways to honor his late son. “Even at a young age, we saw the strength of his … [Read more...] about The AJ Strong Fund

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February 25, 2021 By sarah shelters

Good Neighbors

Hebrew Congregation of Chautauqua Donates to Good Neighbor Fund For nearly 60 years, members of the Hebrew Congregation of Chautauqua have spent their summers gathered on the grounds of Chautauqua Institution celebrating their faith and enjoying … [Read more...] about Good Neighbors

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February 22, 2021 By sarah shelters

Barone Scholarship Created for Southwestern Athletes

After 64 years, it’s hard to imagine a generation of baseball players who won’t be coached by local legend, George Barone. The Lakewood native, who has coached more than 2,000 games and influenced the lives of nearly 1,500 players throughout his … [Read more...] about Barone Scholarship Created for Southwestern Athletes

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August 10, 2020 By sarah shelters

Kilmer Receives 4-H Hog Project Scholarship

Since joining the Wild Oats 4-H Club in 2011, Tesika Kilmer has instilled the beliefs of head, heart, health and hands into her everyday life.  “When I say the 4-H pledge, I know I am living it,” Kilmer said. “I am pledging my head to clearer … [Read more...] about Kilmer Receives 4-H Hog Project Scholarship

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July 23, 2020 By sarah shelters

Kennedy Receives Ney-Stineman Memorial Scholarship

For 25 years, the Alison Ney-Christa Stineman Memorial Scholarship has been awarded to graduating female Jamestown High School seniors who demonstrate leadership, academic success, community involvement, and serve as a good role model for … [Read more...] about Kennedy Receives Ney-Stineman Memorial Scholarship

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July 2, 2020 By sarah shelters

Moore Receives Billy Eskeli Scholarship

Nearly one year after the death of Falconer Central School graduate and Rochester Institute of Technology student, Matthew William Eskeli IV, or Bill, his legacy continues. During Falconer’s high school graduation ceremony last week, Matthew Moore … [Read more...] about Moore Receives Billy Eskeli Scholarship

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June 22, 2020 By sarah shelters

Karen Volpe Preston Legacy Fund

For Karen Volpe Preston, the world was her stage. The award-winning actor and comedian graduated from Cassadaga Valley Central School and Jamestown Community College before earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Fredonia in 1993. Since … [Read more...] about Karen Volpe Preston Legacy Fund

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May 13, 2020 By sarah shelters

Give Big CHQ 2020 Scheduled June 1-11

Recently, the Chautauqua Region and Northern Chautauqua Community Foundations announced Give Big CHQ 2020 will take place once again this year from June 1 – June 11. Give Big CHQ is an online fundraising event to raise awareness and funds to support … [Read more...] about Give Big CHQ 2020 Scheduled June 1-11

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May 11, 2020 By sarah shelters

Carl S. Calabrese Music Scholarship Created

In his youth, Carl Calabrese dreamed of learning to play the violin. His parents weren’t in agreement and suggested their son pursue a more profitable calling. Not one to be discouraged, Calabrese combined his love of art and music by creating … [Read more...] about Carl S. Calabrese Music Scholarship Created

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May 7, 2020 By sarah shelters

Scholarship Webinar Scheduled for May 14

On Thursday at 1 p.m., the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation will host a live webinar for high school seniors, college students and their parents to walk them through the Foundation’s scholarship application process. Moderated by Michelle … [Read more...] about Scholarship Webinar Scheduled for May 14

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May 5, 2020 By sarah shelters

CRCF Creates Future Fund

With the recent coronavirus pandemic shuttering operations throughout the country, as well as, forcing the cancellation of classes, events and social gatherings much remains uncertain as to how these organizations, especially those in the nonprofit … [Read more...] about CRCF Creates Future Fund

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May 3, 2020 By sarah shelters

Healthcare Scholarship Recipients

Did you know that in 2019, 22% of the Community Foundation’s scholarship recipients majored in healthcare related fields? Made up of both undergraduate and graduate students, these young men and women are not just pre-med and nursing students, … [Read more...] about Healthcare Scholarship Recipients

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March 16, 2020 By sarah shelters

Kontinuing for Kallie

“I had no idea the words Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia would consume my life-and eventually end up taking my daughter’s.” When Kallie Swan was diagnosed with pediatric cancer at 21 months old, an entire community rallied around the Swan … [Read more...] about Kontinuing for Kallie

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March 11, 2020 By sarah shelters

Eskeli Scholarship Created for Falconer Students

According to his parents, Matt and Stephanie, from the time he was a baby, Matthew William Eskeli IV, or Bill, or Billy, as he was more commonly known, always had a quiet, gentle way about him that did not change as he grew into an amazing young man. … [Read more...] about Eskeli Scholarship Created for Falconer Students

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February 25, 2020 By sarah shelters

NCC and CRCF Partner for Continued Success

Before the National Comedy Center opened its doors in 2018, officials within the organization were determined to ensure that the national attraction would be able to sustain itself. By establishing The National Comedy Center Endowment Fund at the … [Read more...] about NCC and CRCF Partner for Continued Success

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December 16, 2019 By sarah shelters

Gail Donus and the Humane Society

From a young age, Gail Donus’ parents instilled in her a love of animals. Although, in particular, it was Donus’ father who passed on his love of cats. “Back in (my father’s) day, it was probably ‘unmanly’ to be fond of kittens,” she said. “But … [Read more...] about Gail Donus and the Humane Society

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December 13, 2019 By sarah shelters

CRCF and YOU!

The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation’s Board of Directors recently approved the final designated grant awards for 2019. With this approval, the total number of money awarded in 2019 from these funds reached an all-time high of … [Read more...] about CRCF and YOU!

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December 13, 2019 By sarah shelters

Roland Swanson and the Town of Poland

A proud Swede and former U.S. Navy SEABEE, Roland Swanson also took pride in his community. Although he was born and raised in Jamestown, it was the home he created with his wife, Doris, near Kennedy that led to his moniker, Roland from Poland. … [Read more...] about Roland Swanson and the Town of Poland

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December 6, 2019 By sarah shelters

Archie and Elaine Winton and the 4-H Dairy Program

Archie and Elaine Winton knew everything about the dairy industry and they enjoyed sharing that knowledge with others throughout their community. The couple, who married in 1955, both came from a long line of dairy farmers and, together, owned and … [Read more...] about Archie and Elaine Winton and the 4-H Dairy Program

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