Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence County Residents Encouraged to Apply

     WATERTOWN — The Northern New York Community Foundation seeks qualified young professionals to serve on its LEAD Council who are interested in enhancing the quality of life across the region.

     Applicants should live and work in Jefferson, Lewis, or St. Lawrence counties and desire an opportunity to be more involved in community service while connecting with a peer group that is devoted to making the region better for all residents.

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Eleven Nonprofits Will Share Funding to Strengthen Quality of Life Across the Region

     WATERTOWN — A mental health awareness campaign, improved access to swimming lessons, and nutritious foods for a teen culinary program are just three of 11 initiatives that will receive a share of $20,000 in grant funding from the LEAD Council of the Northern New York Community Foundation.

     A recent series of LEAD Impact Grant Program awards will support 11 tri-county nonprofit organizations. After thoughtful evaluation of nearly three-dozen applications for funding, Council members sought to address current community needs while supporting a wide breadth of organizations whose work improves the quality of life in Northern New York.

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Nearly $107,000 Available Through Five Different Community Grant Programs

     WATERTOWN — The Northern New York Community Foundation is pleased to announce a series of funding opportunities now open for nonprofit organizations serving at least seven different communities in Jefferson and Lewis counties.

     The deadline to apply for each of the following grant opportunities is Friday, April 19:

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Up to $3,000 Available for Nonprofit Organizations Serving the Greater Theresa Area

     THERESA — Nonprofit organizations serving residents of the greater Theresa area are encouraged to apply for up to $3,000 in funding from the Wilcox Community Fund for Theresa of the Northern New York Community Foundation.

     Successful projects, programs or initiatives should have meaningful impact and support the quality of life and vibrancy of Theresa and the greater Indian River Lakes Region of Jefferson County. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to: health and wellness, essential needs, arts and culture, historic preservation, economic development, recreational and environmental programs, community revitalization and beautification, youth development, quality of life activities and projects, and education programs.

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‘Operation Snowstorm’ Outfits Nearly 140 Children in Two School Districts With Winter Clothing

     WATERTOWN — Nearly 140 children in two Lewis County school districts are staying warm this season thanks to a Northern New York Community Foundation partnership that helped provide much-needed winter clothing.

     “Operation Snowstorm,” a collaboration with the Dyson Foundation, outfits students at Lowville Academy and Central School and Beaver River Central School with coats, hats, scarves, mittens, boots, and other essential winter garments.

     This winter, an $11,500 grant was split evenly between the two schools, which helped to warm 87 Lowville Academy students and 47 Beaver River students.

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