Pair of Seniors Honored as Top Graduating Athletes at Watertown High School Spring Awards Event

     WATERTOWN — A pair of Watertown High School seniors were honored Wednesday evening as the top graduating athletes and recipients of the William I. Graf Award. Samantha G. Booth was selected as the women’s recipients and Jack Adams was named as the men’s honoree this year.

     The Italian-American Civic Association created the William I. Graf Award in 1954 to honor Mr. Graf’s leadership and civic engagement in the community. The Northern New York Community Foundation was selected to help continue the Graf family legacy by administering an associated scholarship fund in perpetuity and raising awareness of the award for students who strive to earn the prestigious honor.

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Up to $100,000 Available for Projects Focused on Places of Historical Significance

     LEWIS COUNTY — The Northern New York Community Foundation is pleased to announce a funding opportunity of up to $100,000 to celebrate the rich historical heritage of Lewis County through support for historic preservation and restoration projects.

     Historic preservation holds significant value by preserving history, fostering community identity, and offering economic and environmental benefits, contributing to the quality of life in our region. It helps residents understand our past, connect with our heritage, and create a stronger sense of place while adding character to the landscape of our communities.

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Applications for 2025 Grant Support Now Open to Qualified Organizations Serving St. Lawrence County Residents

     WATERTOWN — The Rock Charitable Fund of the Northern New York Community Foundation welcomes representatives from qualified charitable organizations, houses of worship, cemeteries, or governmental entities that serve St. Lawrence County residents to attend one of four grant application workshops scheduled next month.

     The Rock Charitable Fund is now accepting applications for 2025 grant support. At least $125,000 in competitive funding is available this year. Applications are due Friday, September 5, 2025.

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$30,000 in Support Helps Replace Aging Handicap Lift; Project Now Underway

     OGDENSBURG — A $30,000 Community Foundation grant is helping Ogdensburg Public Library improve accessibility for all patrons as work to replace an aging handicapped lift nears completion.

     Library officials have been eager to construct a safe, modern entryway for all patrons, regardless of mobility. Installation of an interior lift and structure to protect it has been underway since March.

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Community Foundation Will Match Gifts to the CVAC Endowment Fund up to $30,000

     CAPE VINCENT — For more than 25 years, the Cape Vincent Arts Council (CVAC) has been providing opportunities for Cape Vincent residents and visitors to enjoy and participate in the arts. With the establishment of two new funds, the CVAC will be able to continue benefiting the community in that way well into the future.

     The Dr. William James Grant Fund and the Cape Vincent Arts Council Endowment Fund were established at the Northern New York Community Foundation (NNYCF) in December 2024. Both funds enable the Cape Vincent Arts Council to support its annual arts programs and to plan for its future.

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