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Nonprofits Encouraged to Apply for Grant Support Through the Clifton-Fine Community Fund

May 24, 2022 By admin

Grant Applications Available June 1; Seven Community Projects Supported Last Year

     WATERTOWN — Nonprofit organizations serving residents of the Clifton-Fine region may apply for grant support through the Clifton-Fine Community Fund of the Northern New York Community Foundation.

     The Clifton-Fine Community Fund is a permanent grantmaking resource that supports projects, activities, and initiatives enhancing the quality of life in the communities of Cranberry Lake, Fine, Oswegatchie, Star Lake, Newton Falls, and Wanakena. The most successful projects and programs that garner support demonstrate clear and meaningful impact across the region.

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Rock Charitable Fund of the Community Foundation Accepting Proposals for 2022 Grant Support

May 16, 2022 By admin

Approximately $100,000 in Funding Available for St. Lawrence County Churches, Cemeteries, Places of Historical Significance, and Military Veterans Programs

     WATERTOWN — The Rock Charitable Fund of the Northern New York Community Foundation is now accepting applications for 2022 grant support from qualified charitable organizations, houses of worship, cemeteries, or governmental entities that serve St. Lawrence County residents.

     Grant funding is available to organizations whose missions and efforts align with the fund’s charitable purposes, which are: for the maintenance and preservation of churches, houses of worship, and cemeteries in St. Lawrence County; for the preservation and maintenance of places of legitimate historical significance in the county; and to benefit or assist veterans of the United States military with their medical or recreational needs who live in St. Lawrence County. 

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Watertown Sunrise Rotary’s Taste of the Town Returns This Saturday at Jefferson Community College McVean Center Gymnasium

April 21, 2022 By admin

Sunrise Rotary Foundation Selects Resolution Center for $5,000 Grant to Support its Youth Court Program

     WATERTOWN — Watertown Sunrise Rotary’s 19th Annual Taste of the Town returns for an in-person event this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jefferson Community College McVean Center Gymnasium.

     More than two-dozen local restaurants and food establishments will be on hand for patrons to enjoy a sample of their best dishes as they compete for bragging rights and awards in several categories including the coveted “People’s Choice” award.

     Admission at the door is $3 with a discount available for military members. Tasting tickets are $1 each or $10 for 12 and $20 for 25. Doors close for public admission at 1 p.m. Saturday’s event is made possible in part through generous corporate support from United Foodservice Operators and a host of local businesses and organizations.

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Saving our Heritage: Citizen Committee Organizes Effort to Restore and Preserve Iconic Public Square Landmark

April 19, 2022 By admin

Community Foundation to Steward Charitable Funds to Help With Project

     WATERTOWN — Considered by many to be one of the most important historical landmarks in our region and of Watertown’s Public Square, the First Baptist Church and its iconic clock tower is suffering from years of weather-related issues and neglect.

     The current stone structure, built in 1891, has held a very prominent place in our community for more than a century. In 1898, a clock — one that still monitors time to this day — and a bell weighing 2,500 pounds, were placed its tower. The total clock project cost at that time was made possible through contribution by local citizens.

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Community Fund for Theresa Supports Indian River Lakes Challenge, Summer Camp Scholarships

April 8, 2022 By admin

Pair of Grants are First Awards from New Community Foundation Geographic-Specific Fund

     WATERTOWN — A pair of grant awards from The Community Fund for Theresa totaling $5,340 will support a new outdoor recreation challenge and provide scholarships for local youths to attend 4-H Camp Wabasso this summer.

     The Community Fund for Theresa is a permanent grantmaking fund of the Northern New York Community Foundation that will forever support programs, activities, and initiatives to advance the general welfare of the Theresa community. Lifelong Theresa residents Russell I. and Mary Wilcox established this family legacy fund at the Community Foundation in 2020 to help strengthen the quality of life in their community. 

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Congratulations to Kyle Moyer, the 2022 recipient of the Northern New York Community Foundation Anna Mae Searles Cooper Memorial Scholarship.

Kyle graduated in June from Belleville-Henderson High School in June and will attend SUNY Brockport to study exercise science. He aspires to work as a physical therapist.

Kyle is a National Honor Society member and an accomplished three-sport athlete, competing in varsity soccer, basketball, and baseball throughout high school. He is the son of Michelle and Jeromy Moyer, Mannsville.

Established in 2019 at the Community Foundation, the Anna Mae Searles Cooper Scholarship honors the life and legacy of longtime South Jefferson Central Schools teacher Anna Mae Searles Cooper. It is presented annually to a South Jefferson High School graduate who demonstrates exceptional motivation and potential.

Kyle recently met with scholarship founders Denny and Pamela Jerome and Anna Mae’s longtime dear friend, Sandra Haight, who presented him with a $1,000 scholarship award. Pictured, from left: Denny Jerome, Pamela Jerome, Kyle Moyer, and Sandra Haight.

We are honored to part of the special way that Anna Mae will be remembered as she continues to touch the lives of students in her community.

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Congratulations to Kyle Moyer, the 2022 recipient of the Northern New York Community Foundation Anna Mae Searles Cooper Memorial Scholarship.

Kyle graduated in June from Belleville-Henderson High School in June and will attend SUNY Brockport to study exercise science. He aspires to work as a physical therapist. 

Kyle is a National Honor Society member and an accomplished three-sport athlete, competing in varsity soccer, basketball, and baseball throughout high school. He is the son of Michelle and Jeromy Moyer, Mannsville.

Established in 2019 at the Community Foundation, the Anna Mae Searles Cooper Scholarship honors the life and legacy of longtime South Jefferson Central Schools teacher Anna Mae Searles Cooper. It is presented annually to a South Jefferson High School graduate who demonstrates exceptional motivation and potential.

Kyle recently met with scholarship founders Denny and Pamela Jerome and Anna Mae’s longtime dear friend, Sandra Haight, who presented him with a $1,000 scholarship award. Pictured, from left: Denny Jerome, Pamela Jerome, Kyle Moyer, and Sandra Haight.

We are honored to part of the special way that Anna Mae will be remembered as she continues to touch the lives of students in her community.

#NNYCF #Scholars #ClassOf2022
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Anna Mae would love seeing all the recipients of this scholarship. She was an amazing person!

Thank You for your generosity ❤️

Great teacher. She’s smiling on this

Congratulations

Thank you Anna Mae . Thank you Sandy .

Moyer Michelle

Pamela Jerome

Yes sir!

Awesome Michel Soluri Michel F. Soluri

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Northern New York Community Foundation
2 days ago
Northern New York Community Foundation

Watch your mailboxes for our Summer 2022 issue of “Thoughtful Giving” that is now on its way to all our valued donors, partners, and Community Foundation friends!

We feature a wide range of stories in 32 pages about the work donors make possible to strengthen communities across Northern New York. We also pay special tribute to many incredible people who our community recently lost and whose legacies will live on in many special ways.

Donors like YOU support so much of our work that improves the quality of life across Northern New York for everyone.

Click here for a “sneak peek” of the issue: issuu.com/nnycf/docs/tg_summer_2022

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Watch your mailboxes for our Summer 2022 issue of “Thoughtful Giving” that is now on its way to all our valued donors, partners, and Community Foundation friends!

We feature a wide range of stories in 32 pages about the work donors make possible to strengthen communities across Northern New York. We also pay special tribute to many incredible people who our community recently lost and whose legacies will live on in many special ways.

Donors like YOU support so much of our work that improves the quality of life across Northern New York for everyone.

Click here for a “sneak peek” of the issue: issuu.com/nnycf/docs/tg_summer_2022

#ThoughtfulGiving #ThoughtfulLegacies #NNYCF #Grateful
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Congratulations to the 2022 recipients of the Northern New York Community Foundation North Side Legacy Fund Scholarship!

Pictured, from left: North Side Legacy Fund Advisory Committee member Terry Williams; Advisory Committee member and past League president William Parody; North Side Legacy Scholarship recipient Victoria Ledoux, Immaculate Heart Central graduate; scholarship recipient Martin J. Hutchins, Immaculate Heart Central; scholarship recipient Hannah M. Reichard, Cicero-North Syracuse High School; and Advisory Committee member Terri Mallette. Absent from photo: scholarship recipient Loise A. Pador, Watertown High School.

Each of this year’s recipients have strong family ties to Watertown’s North Side Improvement League.

We are honored to be the permanent home for the North Side Improvement League to build upon its legacy of charitable work and support for college-bound students. Because of this endowment, the League’s civic deeds and community pride will forever continue.

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Congratulations to the 2022 recipients of the Northern New York Community Foundation North Side Legacy Fund Scholarship! 

Pictured, from left: North Side Legacy Fund Advisory Committee member Terry Williams; Advisory Committee member and past League president William Parody; North Side Legacy Scholarship recipient Victoria Ledoux, Immaculate Heart Central graduate; scholarship recipient Martin J. Hutchins, Immaculate Heart Central; scholarship recipient Hannah M. Reichard, Cicero-North Syracuse High School; and Advisory Committee member Terri Mallette. Absent from photo: scholarship recipient Loise A. Pador, Watertown High School.

Each of this year’s recipients have strong family ties to Watertown’s North Side Improvement League.

We are honored to be the permanent home for the North Side Improvement League to build upon its legacy of charitable work and support for college-bound students. Because of this endowment, the League’s civic deeds and community pride will forever continue.

#NNYCF #NSIL #Scholars #ClassOf2022
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So glad to see the North Side Improvement League is still touching the lives of our community. As a former volunteer with my grandparents and a descendent of a past president of the ladies auxiliary, I am proud of the organization!!!

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