Leslie Wille
Tips for Professional Advisors Serving Clients ...

Your charitably-minded clients certainly have no shortage of options for their philanthropic dollars. Many clients support favorite charities across the country, including alma maters, organizations in the communities where they’ve lived in the past or have a second home, or charities in communities where their grown children are now living. 

Many clients, though, are also deeply committed to the local community where they’re living now, where they’ve raised their children, and where they’ve built a business. That’s why it’s helpful to remind clients that they can reach out to NCCF when they want to make sure their dollars are making the biggest difference possible, right here in our community.

Leslie Wille
The Economic Impact of Local Events - by Patty ...

Local events bring joy. Especially during the glorious warm weather months, a seemingly endless stream of festivals, fresh air concerts, and farmers’ markets operate in northern Chautauqua County. It’s easy to find something exciting and fun to go to almost every day of the week. Some days there are so many things happening locally that it’s hard to choose between them.

These events draw local people and many from neighboring communities and nearby regions, including more than a few willing to travel great distances to participate in events they come to love and anticipate. Events bring people together, encourage positive social interactions and a stronger sense of belonging, and promote community engagement.

While enjoying local events, few of us consider the economic impact events have on the communities hosting them. When people go to festivals, concerts, farmers’ markets, or other events like county fairs, golf tournaments, or car shows, they usually spend money, even when the events have no entrance fees. Many people also spend money on goods and services outside of the event they attended, including in restaurants and on accommodations. When people patronize local merchants and have a positive experience, they’re more likely to visit again, further growing the economy.

Leslie Wille
The Capacity Lab hosts Nonprofit Lunch at NCCF
The Capacity Lab hosts Nonprofit Lunch at NCCF
Leslie Wille
New Scholarship at NCCF Honors Late Educator

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation recently received a very generous gift to establish the Beverly Ann Wood Edelmann Memorial Scholarship. Mrs. Edelmann’s five children established the scholarship in her memory; Jeffrey Edelmann, Nancy Bruce, Gregg Edelmann, Mark Edelmann, and Susan Edelmann.

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Scholarship for Graduating Seniors in 4-H Programs

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The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation is pleased to announce that it is taking scholarship applications for the Terence J. Centner Agricultural and Environmental 4-H Scholarship. Terence (Terry) J. Centner established this fund to honor his parents Harry E. and Mary Ellen Centner, in honor of their dedication to the Chautauqua County 4-H program.

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Trades and Manufacturing Technology Scholarship Available

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The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) and the Dunkirk Area Labor Council announce that applications for the Dunkirk Area Labor Council Scholarship are due by April 1, 2021. Students currently enrolled in the following schools are eligible: Brocton, Cassadaga, Chautauqua Lake, Dunkirk, Forestville, Fredonia, Pine Valley, Silver Creek, Westfield, and BOCES.

NCCF Announces Community Grants Deadline

NCCF Announces Community Grants Deadline

The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) is accepting Letters of Interest to the Community Benefit Grant program until March 1, 2019.

Proposals must efficiently and effectively address identified community needs or encourage new opportunities. Letters of Interest should include a brief project description, the estimated number of people impacted by the project, the amount of funding requested and contact information. Letters are not to exceed two (2) pages. Electronic submission via email to eardillo@nccfoundation.org is strongly encouraged. Guidelines are available at www.nccfoundation.org/grants-programs or by contacting the NCCF office at 716-366-4892.

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NCCF Awards Service Learning Mini-Grants to Area Teachers

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NCCF Awards Service Learning Mini-Grants to Area Teachers

The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) announces nine Service Learning Mini-Grants to five school districts that include projects that are artistic, animal service related, and community inspired. Highlighted are three awards that are unique to this year’s program.

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NCCF - building for tomorrow, today

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NCCF - building for tomorrow, today

The mission of the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) is to enrich the area where we live and work. Since its establishment in 1986, the NCCF has been at the forefront of local philanthropy, strategic grantmaking, and community leadership. By providing the means for our neighbors to give back to the community, NCCF is building for tomorrow, today. With over $23.8 million in assets, the NCCF distributes more than $800,000 each year in grants and scholarships, all to better northern Chautauqua County. 

Local Teachers Invited to Apply for NCCF Service Learning Mini-Grants

Local Teachers Invited to Apply for NCCF Service Learning Mini-Grants

Local teachers are eligible to apply for the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation’s (NCCF) Service Learning Mini-Grant Program. These grants are available to middle and high school teachers in northern Chautauqua County for projects that combine meaningful community service with traditional instruction, enriching the learning experience for students and promoting civic responsibility outside the classroom.

Individual grants of up to $500 are available for the Service Learning Mini-Grant Program on a competitive basis. 

Get in touch with us:

Email: nccf@nccfoundation.org
Phone: 716-366-4892
Fax: 716-366-3905