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Vici and Steve Diehl Foundation Encourages Future Generations Through New Partnership

January 2, 2019 By admin

Graduate Music, Environmental Studies Scholarship Established

Steve and Vici Diehl

Students pursuing an advanced degree in environmental studies or music have a new scholarship opportunity thanks to a partnership the Northern New York Community Foundation recently formed with the Vici and Steve Diehl Foundation. The scholarship supports tuition costs for students accepted to or enrolled in a graduate degree program in environmental studies or music.

The Vici and Steve Diehl Foundation is a component fund of the Northern New York Community Foundation.

Mr. and Mrs. Diehl are lifelong supporters of environmental concerns. They frequently volunteer for various organizations, including the Indian River Lakes Conservancy, Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust, and the Natural Heritage Program, a partnership between the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the Nature Conservancy. They also share a lifelong passion for music.

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Frances Anderson Luck Foundation Supports Veterinary Medicine Studies

December 26, 2018 By admin

Community Foundation Scholarship Encourages Aspiring Veterinarians, Techs Who Plan to Practice in North Country

     The Northern New York Community Foundation and Frances Anderson Luck recently formed a partnership through the establishment of the Frances Anderson Luck Foundation.

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Foundation Makes $40,000 Grant to Food Pantries Across Jefferson, Lewis, St. Lawrence Counties

December 24, 2018 By admin

Funding for 50 Locations Includes School-Based Pantry Support

The Northern New York Community Foundation is pleased to invest $40,000 in local food pantries and soup kitchens in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties. The board-approved grant will help strengthen programs and stock shelves at community food pantries, thrift stores and soup kitchens across the tri-county region.

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Safe Schools Endeavor Announces Nearly $30,000 in Grants to Schools in Jefferson, Lewis Counties

December 21, 2018 By admin

Funding Will Support Safety Initiatives, Programs in 15 Schools

      The Safe Schools Endeavor, in partnership with the Northern New York Community Foundation, has awarded nearly $30,000 in grants to 15 schools in Jefferson and Lewis counties for the 2018-2019 school year.

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New Foundation Fund Honors the Legacy of Harry Minnich Jr., Watertown’s ‘Mr. Fix-It’

December 17, 2018 By admin

     A new scholarship fund has been established at the Northern New York Community Foundation to honor the legacy of the late Harry L. Minnich Jr., affectionately known as “Mr. Fix-It.”

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Working with donors to benefit the community through grants and scholarships since 1929.

The Youth Philanthropy Council of the Northern New York Community Foundation is pleased to announce $25,000 in grant funding for six tri-county nonprofit organizations that will support a diverse range of community programs and initiatives.

Council Chair April Wang, a second-year member and 2026 Watertown High School graduate, said the Council had many worthy requests for grant funding this year.

“Guided by a commitment to thoughtful stewardship and community impact, the Youth Philanthropy Council has carefully selected grant recipients whose work addresses critical needs and fosters meaningful progress,” Ms. Wang said. “I am beyond proud of the diligence and purpose reflected in the Council’s work this year.”

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Six Tri-County Nonprofit Organizations Share $25,000 in Youth Philanthropy Council Grant Awards

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Six Tri-County Nonprofit Organizations Share $25,000 in Youth Philanthropy Council Grant Awards July 2, 2026 By admin Students Field 18 Requests for Funding Support from Diverse Slate of Tri-County No...
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We are pleased to invite the public to experience an evening of inspiring music at the annual Sidney T. Cox Memorial Concert on Friday, July 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the Clayton Opera House, featuring The Syracuse Orchestra.

Presented with support from the Community Foundation in partnership with the Thousand Islands Performing Arts Fund (TIPAF), the annual concert honors the enduring legacy of Sidney T. Cox.

This year’s performance blends beloved classical masterworks with familiar favorites from Broadway and the silver screen. Audiences will enjoy selections from Wicked, The Sound of Music, Jurassic Park, Beauty and the Beast, Kiki’s Delivery Service, and Wicked, alongside works by Aaron Copland, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Duke Ellington and others.

Tickets are available through the Clayton Opera House at www.claytonoperahouse.com

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Annual Sidney T. Cox Memorial Concert Returns to Clayton Opera House on July 10

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Annual Sidney T. Cox Memorial Concert Returns to Clayton Opera House on July 10 July 1, 2026 By admin The Syracuse Orchestra performance celebrates a North Country benefactor whose generosity continue...
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Together with the Italian-American Civic Association and Immaculate Heart Central School, we are pleased to announce the 2026 recipients of the Clarence B. “Boots” Gaffney Award.

Julianna L. Delaney was selected as the women’s recipient and Jameson M. Lettiere was named as this year’s men’s honoree.

We are honored to help the Gaffney family and the Italian-American Civic Association steward this prestigious legacy award. We look forward to seeing these exceptional student athletes continue their journeys on and off the athletic field as they pursue undergraduate studies this fall.

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Immaculate Heart’s Delaney, Lettiere Named Clarence B. ‘Boots’ Gaffney Award Recipients

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Immaculate Heart’s Delaney, Lettiere Named Clarence B. ‘Boots’ Gaffney Award Recipients July 1, 2026 By admin Pair of Seniors Honored as Top Graduating Athletes at June Recognition Dinner WATERT...
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Congratulations 👏👏

Congratulations to Both!!💙💙

Congratulations to both.

Congratulations to Julianna and Jameson! Making Immaculate Heart Central & Immaculate Heart Academy proud 💙🤍

Congratulations! Jameson- so happy for you!

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