When Bradley Proctor passed away in July at the age of 59, his family looked for a way to honor his memory while supporting the sport he loved. Recently, they established The Bradley A. Proctor Memorial Wrestling Scholarship Fund at the … [Read more...] about JHS Wrestling Scholarship Created in Memory of Proctor
Jamestown High School
The Inspiring Class of 1950
Picture it. Jamestown, NY 1950. A gallon of milk at 82 cents is four times the cost of a gallon of gas, 20 cents. The Stow Ferry was the only way to cross Chautauqua Lake. Jamestown Community College opened and was the first community college in … [Read more...] about The Inspiring Class of 1950
Chi Sig Remembers
Since 2010, members of Chi Sigma Chi have made an annual donation to support youth development programs at the Winifred Crawford Dibert Boys and Girls Club. The Chi Sigma Chi Remembrance Fund, administered by the Chautauqua Region Community … [Read more...] about Chi Sig Remembers
Inspiring Others – Sarah Gilbert
On the refrigerator in Sarah Gilbert’s home in Jamestown, hangs a message from a fortune cookie, “Fate loves the fearless.” After years away, several career changes, three states and a chance of fate, Gilbert has returned to her hometown for her next … [Read more...] about Inspiring Others – Sarah Gilbert
JHS Students “Mark” Global Art
Students in Jamestown High School’s Communications, Performing and Visual Arts Academy participated in a global art project during its recent Academy Day. “My Mark Matters,” created by Buffalo Studio Art resident artist, Fotini Galanes, is an … [Read more...] about JHS Students “Mark” Global Art
Getting Involved-Lauren Johnson
Getting involved in her community is what inspired Lauren Johnson to remain in the Chautauqua region. A Jamestown High School graduate, Johnson earned her Bachelor of Business Administration degree in management from Jamestown Business College. … [Read more...] about Getting Involved-Lauren Johnson
Where Are They Now? – John LaMancuso
This is part of a series focusing on students who have received scholarship assistance from the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation and have returned to the area to live and work. If you were a scholarship recipient and want to share your story, … [Read more...] about Where Are They Now? – John LaMancuso
JHS Alumni Support Scholarship Fund for Graduating Seniors
In 2010, Jamestown High School’s Class of 1960 celebrated their 50th class reunion by collecting donations from classmates, friends and family members to establish a scholarship fund at the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation. This past August, … [Read more...] about JHS Alumni Support Scholarship Fund for Graduating Seniors
Chi Sigma Chi Remembrance Fund
By Jared Lindell Donors start new funds at the Community Foundation for many different reasons. One common reason would be to do so in honor of a close friend, family member, or even an organization. Others like to start funds as memorials or as … [Read more...] about Chi Sigma Chi Remembrance Fund
One Man, Making a Difference
By Jared Lindell The holiday season is a great time to reflect on life and give thanks. The Community Foundation is thankful for community citizens that are so committed to making the Chautauqua region a better place to live. Many funds have been … [Read more...] about One Man, Making a Difference
Mini-Grants Aid Youth Development
“The youth involved in this project will develop personal skills ranging from leadership, team-building, responsibility, and problem-solving, which are essential for their futures and simply their every day lives.” The previous sentence was an … [Read more...] about Mini-Grants Aid Youth Development