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NCCF Celebrates Community Foundation Week
NCCF is excited to join the national network of 750+ community foundations celebrating Community Foundation Week November 12 - 18.
We invite the public to CELEBRATE with us!
As part of the Community Foundation Week celebration, NCCF is conducting a Facebook "Be a Philanthropist" contest October 28 - November 10. Participants have the opportunity to win a $250 grant check for their favorite nonprofit and present it personally at the celebration on November 13. To enter visit NCCF's Facebook page www.facebook.com/NCCFoundation.
Fall Community Grants Program
NCCF Board of Directors recently approved $62,440 in grants through the Community Grants Program to 20 nonprofits.
Come to our Open House on November 13 and celebrate with these local nonprofits!
For more information on these grants and other grants available through the NCCF, visit our website at www.nccfoundation.org or contact Eileen Dunn, edunn@nccfoundation.org.
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NCCF Spring Community Grants Program
Dunkirk Fredonia Meals on Wheels Receives NCCF Grant
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The Dunkirk Fredonia Meals on Wheels was awarded a Spring 2015 Community Benefit Grant to implement its Volunteer Expansion Project. Funding allowed for volunteer training materials and volunteer background checks. In addition, insulated bags and rolling coolers were purchased.
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 "A community foundation invites each of us to become a philanthropist with gifts large and small...." Richard S. Johnson, the first NCCF President, 1988
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LED Continues to Grow
The LED is proud to welcome two new members. Mike Miller, Director of Operations at Lake Erie Medical Services, and Jane Fisher, Creative Change Facilitator, have joined the LED Committee. Mike Miller is serving on the Health Services Cluster and Jane Fisher is serving on the Communications Subcommittee. The LED continues to be a place that gathers business, education, and government entities to discuss the most important challenges facing our economy. Councilman Willie Rosas and Fredonia Mayor Keefe were guests at the October 16 committee meeting. They updated the committee on the current status of the Regional Water District plan as a part of the Waterfront Development Cluster report. Other guests included Jeff Belt, Co-Chair of the Regional Economic Development Council, Don McCord from the IDA, and Patrick Stokes from the Chadwick Bay Regional Development Corporation.
For additional information on the LED contact Jamie Thompson at 366-4892 or by e-mail jthompson@nccfoundation.org.
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Douglas A. Greenleaf Leadership Award
Douglas A. Greenleaf was born in Westfield in 1973, graduated from Westfield Academy & Central School in 1991, and went on to attend the United States Air Force Academy, Class of 1996. Douglas was "everyone's hero" according to the Air Force Academy. He was the personification of an Academy Cadet and an award-winning member of the Academy Flying Team. Douglas' life was tragically cut short in 1994 at age 21 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
It was important to Douglas' family that he be remembered. For that reason this scholarship was established in his memory. Because of his exemplary character, this award is given to a senior who has led by example and who has been enthusiastically involved in life. Applicants should have held leadership positions, always maintaining pride in school and community with the desire to help others.
To learn more about this scholarship or other scholarships held at NCCF, contact Nancy Mosier at 716-366-4892 or by e-mail at nmosier@nccfoundation.org. |
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Kaitlyn Meegan Receives the 2015 Douglas A. Greenleaf Leadership Award
 As a 2015 graduate of Westfield Academy and Central School, Kaitlyn Meegan was awarded the Leadership Award. Kaitlyn's leadership skills in school included serving as President of Student Government in her junior and senior years, treasurer of Senior High Chorus, a member of Sources of Strength and section leader of the Alto Section in Chorus and Flute Section in Band.
Kaitlyn's service to her community included volunteer work at the Westfield Stray Cat Rescue, the Thrifty Kitty thrift store, and Westfield's Holly Tour. She also assisted with the play “The Dining Room†to benefit Westfield Hospital.
Kaitlyn is currently attending SUNY at Fredonia with a double major in Theatre Arts and Business Administration with a concentration in Management. Her plans are to attend graduate school for Theatre Arts and Theatre Education. Kaitlyn shares that "My main motivation is wanting to make a difference. I hope to one day work with students either in running a theatre or a theatre camp. I have experienced how my teachers made a difference in my life. I have seen the impact they have made on their students."
The Journey Continues. (2015, June). The Wolverine, 13-14. Retrieved from http://goo.gl/VO4WSO
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As we sadly say goodbye to summer and warmer weather, NCCF thanks the following companies for keeping our lawn looking wonderful this year!
Hometown Insurance for providing lawn mowing services through Quality Lawn Service.
Turftenders for the green and weed-free grass. We truly appreciate your assistance.
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We couldn't do it without you!
Our members' generosity allows NCCF to allocate maximum dollars towards what matters most: the promotion of local philanthropy, strategic grantmaking, and community leadership. Current members, past members and potential members are urged to join our membership program. Membership contributions are essential to NCCF operations as they support our day-to-day expenses.
As with most contributions to the NCCF your membership is tax deductible. Membership information and an application are available on our website www.nccfoundation.org. Just print and complete the form, check the membership option and return with your check made out to Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation. We are happy to answer any questions or to send you a hard copy of the form by calling the office at 716-366-4892 or nccf@nccfoundation.org.
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Training Opportunities
Supporting the local nonprofit community is important to our mission. The NCCF is pleased to provide training at no cost through our BICEP Program. These webinars and workshops are appropriate for staff and board members at local nonprofits. Visit NCCF's website, www.nccfoundation.org, for additional information on upcoming training opportunities.
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| 11/10/2015 |
Webinar |
How To Create Visual Content for Your NGO |
| 11/19/2015 |
Webinar |
How-To Fundraising for Nonprofits |
| 12/1/2015 |
Webinar |
Science of Social Networks: 10 Tips and Tricks |
Do you have a training need that you would like addressed? Contact Eileen Dunn at 716-366-4892 or edunn@nccfoundation.org with your suggestions and to register for the above training. |
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Nonprofit Drop-In Dates
On the first Thursday of every month there is no need to make an appointment to stop in and discuss NCCF's grant program. If you would like to come any other time, simply call to schedule an appointment. Contact Eileen Dunn at 716-366-4892 or edunn@nccfoundation.org for questions and scheduling. We are here to assist the nonprofits in our community.
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