On October 7, during a virtual celebration, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation presented Cristie Herbst its John D. Hamilton Community Service Award. According to Tory Irgang, Community Foundation executive director, there was never any … [Read more...] about Cristie Herbst Receives 2020 Community Service Award
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Gaden Receives 2019 Community Service Award
On September 19, during a reception at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation presented Joel Gaden its John D. Hamilton Community Service Award. An ROTC graduate of Lehigh University, Gaden served in the … [Read more...] about Gaden Receives 2019 Community Service Award
Tom Erlandson Receives the John D. Hamilton Community Service Award
During a reception on October 12 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation presented Tom Erlandson, of Frewsburg, with its John D. Hamilton Community Service Award. A graduate of Jamestown High School and Jamestown … [Read more...] about Tom Erlandson Receives the John D. Hamilton Community Service Award
Erlandson to Receive 2018 JDH Award
On October 12 at Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron, Thomas A. Erlandson, of Frewsburg, will be presented the 2018 John D. Hamilton Community Service Award. A graduate of Jamestown High School and Jamestown Community College, Thomas earned a … [Read more...] about Erlandson to Receive 2018 JDH Award
Randall J. Sweeney Presented 2017 John D. Hamilton Award
The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation presented its 25th John D. Hamilton Community Service Award to Lakewood resident, Randall (Randy) J. Sweeney during a reception at the Chautauqua Suites on September 7. For 20 years, Randy has served as … [Read more...] about Randall J. Sweeney Presented 2017 John D. Hamilton Award
Peter and Holly Sullivan Named John D. Hamilton Community Service Award Recipients
Since its inception in 1993, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation has had the honor of presenting the John D. Hamilton Community Service Award to an individual or group who has “demonstrated dedication, leadership, and support in furthering … [Read more...] about Peter and Holly Sullivan Named John D. Hamilton Community Service Award Recipients
Dr. Leonard E. Faulk Presented 2015 John D. Hamilton Award
It is with great pride, that the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation presented Dr. Leonard E. Faulk Jr. with the 2015 John D. Hamilton Community Service Award. Dr. Faulk was honored during a reception at Moon Brook Country Club on September … [Read more...] about Dr. Leonard E. Faulk Presented 2015 John D. Hamilton Award
Jeanette Carlson Receives John D. Hamilton Community Service Award
Although Jeanette Carlson has spent much of her life traveling around the world with her family, her heart has always remained in Chautauqua County. During a reception at Moon Brook Country Club on September 4, Carlson was presented the 2014 John … [Read more...] about Jeanette Carlson Receives John D. Hamilton Community Service Award
Past Board Presidents Honored at Hamilton Ceremony
It all started with a vision. Thirty-five years ago, John Hamilton had a vision for the Chautauqua region that inspired others to promote education, philanthropy and community spirit. On Saturday, Sept. 7, that vision was celebrated at Moon Brook … [Read more...] about Past Board Presidents Honored at Hamilton Ceremony
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John Anderson wins the annual award. … [Read more...] about John D. Hamilton 2012
Community Foundation Presents John Anderson with Annual Community Service Award
September 7, 2012— Much like the Boy Scouts, John Anderson has been known to perform quite a few Good Turns throughout the Chautauqua Region. On Thursday, September 6, Anderson was recognized in front of 150 family, friends and community members … [Read more...] about Community Foundation Presents John Anderson with Annual Community Service Award
Allen Short 2010 John D. Hamilton Award Winner
There just aren’t enough people like John D. Hamilton. If there were, there would be more beauty, more human kindness, more education, and more tolerance….more of the things that last forever.” (Our Hometown, published 1994). Today we honor such a … [Read more...] about Allen Short 2010 John D. Hamilton Award Winner
Dr. Bert Rappole, 2011 JDH Community Service Award Recipient
The John D. Hamilton Award is given annually to an individual who has shown dedication, leadership and support in furthering community spirit and enriching the quality of life in the Chautauqua Region. The award is bestowed upon its worthy recipient … [Read more...] about Dr. Bert Rappole, 2011 JDH Community Service Award Recipient
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2011 recipient of the John D. Hamilton Community Service Award … [Read more...] about Dr. Bert W. Rappole
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A Community’s Teacher
This year’s John D. Hamilton Community Service Award recipient, Helen G. Ebersole, demonstrates community spirit through her enduring commitment to the many organizations she has been involved in through the years and her extensive research and … [Read more...] about A Community’s Teacher
Honorable Joseph Gerace
The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation’s John D. Hamilton Community Service Award is given annually to the individual who has shown dedication, leadership and support in furthering community spirit and enhancing life in the … [Read more...] about Honorable Joseph Gerace
Lives of Community Service and Leadership
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 … [Read more...] about Lives of Community Service and Leadership
Community Service Rewarded
"Dedication, leadership, and support in furthering community spirit and enhancing the quality of life in the Chautauqua region.” Each year, one individual or, in this case, two, exemplify the aforementioned phrase. This is the very reason the … [Read more...] about Community Service Rewarded
Warming a “Cup of Happiness” For 50 Years
The John D. Hamilton Community Service Award is, in essence, what the Community Foundation is all about. It is given every year to an individual who has shown dedication, leadership and support in furthering community spirit and enhancing the quality … [Read more...] about Warming a “Cup of Happiness” For 50 Years