After a week of voting, and a nail biting finale, The Relief Zone of Frewsburg received over 1,000 "likes" on our Facebook page and were named our winners. Recently staff took a trip to Frewsburg to visit with children, staff and volunteers … [Read more...] about #GivingTuesday Winner Announced
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Community Foundation Hosts Contest for #GivingTuesday
After a long weekend full of shopping and sales, it’s time to give back! Communities around the world are celebrating #GivingTuesday, a day for families, businesses and charities to come together and give back to the places they call home. In our … [Read more...] about Community Foundation Hosts Contest for #GivingTuesday
Mary Beth Tinker to Speak Oct. 27
At 13 years old Mary Beth Tinker, an eighth grade student in Des Moines, Iowa, was part of a group of students suspended from school for wearing black armbands to mourn the lives that were lost as a result of the Vietnam War. The students … [Read more...] about Mary Beth Tinker to Speak Oct. 27
Bemus Point Library Receives Grant
The “go to” location in Bemus Point for technology access is getting an upgrade. A recent grant from The Blossom Fund, administered by the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation provided the Bemus Point Library the means to purchase a … [Read more...] about Bemus Point Library Receives Grant
Community Foundation Assists Lake Clean-Up
A $22,500 grant from the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation’s Fund for the Region assisted the Chautauqua Lake Association as crews removed over 2,000 tons of vegetation from Chautauqua Lake in 2014. In mid-May, a storm … [Read more...] about Community Foundation Assists Lake Clean-Up
Fisher’s Family Restaurant Collects Donations for Veterans Park
For years, Fisher’s Family Restaurant has been a staple of the West side of Jamestown. Serving coffee and pie in addition to a full menu of homemade lunches and dinners, owners Mark and Marlene Fisher created a friendly environment for … [Read more...] about Fisher’s Family Restaurant Collects Donations for Veterans Park
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
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
