Up to $20,000 Now Available for Initiatives Focusing on Basic Human Needs, Mental Health, and Workforce Development

     WATERTOWN — Nonprofit organizations serving tri-county residents are invited to apply for up to $20,000 in funding through the LEAD Impact Grant Program, an initiative of the Northern New York Community Foundation’s LEAD Council.

     The LEAD Council is an advisory committee of young professionals empowered to make key investments in the tri-county region through community grants and volunteerism. Council members want to learn more about the work of nonprofits and are accepting proposals for Impact Grant Program funding through Tuesday,October 14, 2025.

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Donors Work to Expand Opportunities for Aid Through New Awards, Initiatives

     WATERTOWN — The Northern New York Community Foundation, in partnership with donors, has awarded 1,157 scholarships this year totaling $1.56 million to help 743 students pursue their post-secondary educational goals.

     Students awarded support are pursuing a wide range of post-secondary educational studies, including trade, technical, vocational, and two- and four-year college programs. The average award this year is $2,100 per student. In many cases, students may receive more than one award from the Community Foundation.

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Standout Scholar Athlete Committed to Play Division I Lacrosse at Binghamton

    WATERTOWN — Nico Spaziani is this year’s recipient of the Northern New York Community Foundation’s Jeffrey W. Kimball, MBA, WHS Class of 2003 Scholarship.

     Nico graduated in June from Watertown High School where he was a standout three-sport athlete, competing in varsity soccer, basketball, and lacrosse.

     He is attending Binghamton University this fall to pursue studies in business management. He has also committed to play Division I lacrosse for the Bearcats. Nico aspires to work in the pharmaceutical field. Nico is the son of Stacy and Vincenzo Spaziani, Watertown.

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Thirteen Organizations Will Share Support for a Wide Range of Community Projects and Programs to Strengthen Quality of Life for Local Residents

     BOONVILLE — Thirteen community projects and organizations that benefit Boonville, Constableville, and Westernville residents will share $60,000 in funding from the Kenneth V. and Jeannette Remp Sawyer Community Fund of the Northern New York Community Foundation this year.

    Mr. and Mrs. Sawyer were passionate about enhancing the quality of life in these three communities. They participated in many community activities and volunteered with several meaningful organizations. As part of their enduring gift to the region, they created a community fund that would benefit citizens of all ages in these communities in perpetuity.

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Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence Employee Embodies Kindness, Perseverance

     WATERTOWN — An Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence team member has been named the first recipient of the Northern New York Community Foundation Ann Renzi Haynes Award.

     Allyson Robinson, a General Brown High School graduate who is employed at the Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence through its supportive employment program, was recently honored for the integral role she plays in helping the team fulfill its Impacto contracts at its Bradley Street facility.

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