The 20th Annual Community Foundation Golf Tournament will take place May 22 at Moon Brook Country Club. Just like a tower of blocks cannot stand without the support of a solid foundation, our foundation would not be … [Read more...] about 20th Annual Golf Tournament Set for May 22
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Carl A. Dominick, Jamestown Roofing Fund
The Carl A. Dominick Jamestown Roofing Fund has been established at the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation to benefit St. Susan Center and the Foundation's Fund for the Region. Jamestown Roofing, Inc., a commercial and industrial roofing … [Read more...] about Carl A. Dominick, Jamestown Roofing Fund
Jane L. Campbell
Jane L. Campbell, 84, of 116 Sunset Avenue, Lakewood, died Monday Oct. 24, 2016, in Lutheran. She was born Dec. 31, 1931, in Yonkers, N.Y., a daughter of the late William and Margaret Tough Lawrie. Following graduation from Gorton High School … [Read more...] about Jane L. Campbell
Carmela T. Cala
Carmela T. Cala, 87, of Frewsburg Rest Home and formerly a native of Jamestown, N.Y., passed away on Monday, Sept. 26, 2016, at WCA Hospital. She was born on January 25, 1929, in Jamestown, N.Y., the daughter of the late Sebastiano S. and Sarah … [Read more...] about Carmela T. Cala
Environmental Concerns a Prime Focus of Community Foundation
Chautauqua County might be tucked away in the far western corner of New York but it is home to some of the state’s most beautiful and breathtaking scenery. There to be enjoyed by visitors and year-round residents alike, parks and wildlife are found … [Read more...] about Environmental Concerns a Prime Focus of Community Foundation
Educational Opportunities in the Chautauqua Region
Sometimes when we think of the word, “education,” our thoughts are limited to K-12 public schools, colleges, or graduate schools. Options for continuing education happen in many other ways, however. We are fortunate in the Chautauqua region to have … [Read more...] about Educational Opportunities in the Chautauqua Region
Recovery Coaches Aid in Overcoming Addiction
For individuals battling addiction, the availability of peer support could mean the difference between overcoming the addiction, relapsing, and possibly even death. The Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County recognizes this peer support as … [Read more...] about Recovery Coaches Aid in Overcoming Addiction
19th Annual Golf Tournament Set for May 23
The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation’s 19th Annual Golf Tournament is scheduled for May 23 at Moon Brook Country Club. With a few spring-like days already on the record, many residents are looking forward to hitting the golf course and … [Read more...] about 19th Annual Golf Tournament Set for May 23
Community Pride
Every year, Money Magazine publishes a list of the “100 Best Places to Live in America.” Without naming every indicator, top criteria are job creation and retention, followed by progressive and inspiring lifestyle advantages. Positive responses to … [Read more...] about Community Pride
Fund for the Region Scores Hole-In-One at Midway
Described by Best of America Online as a “family treasure,” Midway State Park was built in 1898, as a picnic and recreation area for travelers riding now long-abandoned streetcar lines. Once owned by the Broadhead family, the … [Read more...] about Fund for the Region Scores Hole-In-One at Midway
LACAP Purchases Architectural Plaques with CRCF Grant
The Lakeview Avenue Community Action Project recently received a grant from the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation’s Fund for the Region to purchase 12 architectural plaques. The plaques will be installed at pre-determined homes in the Lakeview … [Read more...] about LACAP Purchases Architectural Plaques with CRCF Grant
Advocating for Youth
At this moment in Chautauqua County, there are over 100 children in foster homes. Who speaks for them once they are removed from abusive or neglectful families? Volunteers, also called advocates, with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) are … [Read more...] about Advocating for Youth
Education as Our Greatest Need in a Complex, Ever-Changing World
As August rounds the corner into September, summer is “officially” over and thoughts turn to autumn and the first days of school. It is definitely the time of year when everyone’s thoughts, whether young or old, seem to turn to the academic year … [Read more...] about Education as Our Greatest Need in a Complex, Ever-Changing World
New Community Vision for Mayville Library
Melissa Bartok, Mayville Library Director, and Randy Sweeney, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Executive Director, prepare to install a 70 inch, Internet compatible television in the newly constructed front portion of the building. A grant from … [Read more...] about New Community Vision for Mayville Library
Making a Difference for Families in Need
Frewsburg Community Food Pantry volunteers, Nikki Kane and Jackie Chitester, restock the new refrigerator recently purchased through a grant from the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation. The pantry serves families living in the Frewsburg … [Read more...] about Making a Difference for Families in Need
Community Foundation Supports National Comedy Center
Randy Sweeney, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Executive Director; Tom Benson, Chairman of the National Comedy Center Committee; Mike LaTone, Board Treasurer, and Journey Gunderson, Executive Director, review plans for the next phase … [Read more...] about Community Foundation Supports National Comedy Center
N-Ice Skating Camp Experience
Ian and Madison, members of the Jamestown Skating Club, receive tips on style and form from professional skater, Alexis Darrow, at the Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena, during summer training camp in July. Through a grant from the Chautauqua Region … [Read more...] about N-Ice Skating Camp Experience
Explore Your Library
Over the last 47 years, Astronaut Neil Armstrong walked on the moon; Watergate changed politics forever; the Berlin Wall crumbled; the Soviet Union dissolved; terrorists attacked the World Trade Center, and Barack Obama became the first … [Read more...] about Explore Your Library
Camp Onyahsa and CRCF Partner in Summer Reading Program
Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Executive Director, Randy Sweeney, listens intently as a campers at Camp Onyahsa talk about the books they are currently reading. A grant from the Community Foundation’s Fund for the Region assisted in … [Read more...] about Camp Onyahsa and CRCF Partner in Summer Reading Program
Suzuki at Infinity
Nina Karbacka, Suzuki teacher, and Sadie Anderson, student volunteer, look on as Dr. Joseph Kneer, professor of violin at Mercyhurst University, instructed students enrolled in Summer Suzuki 2015. In addition to Dr. Kneer, students received training … [Read more...] about Suzuki at Infinity
