Nevada County Local News: Community Service & Support

Wildfires impact every Californian, and when one community suffers, the whole state feels the effects. To show solidarity and support, the Truckee Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Town Council Member Courtney Henderson to organize a relief drive for wildfire victims in Los Angeles.

In North Lake Tahoe, the Tahoe Food Hub is reshaping the local food landscape by integrating fresh, sustainable produce with a commitment to community welfare. Led by Chairman Daniel Barstein, the initiative is dedicated to supporting small, family-run farms and promoting regenerative agricultural practices that benefit both the environment and local economies.

The Truckee Chamber of Commerce announced the 2025 Core Values Fund Grant Recipients. This community event fund, established in collaboration with the Town of Truckee and administered by the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, is designed to support local nonprofits in the region or events that partner with non-profit organizations by providing essential marketing resources.

 Alpenglow Sports, a backcountry sports retailer and community event organizer, and the Tahoe Fund, a nonprofit organization dedicated to funding environmental projects around the Lake Tahoe Basin are proud to announce their partnership for the 2024-25 Winter Speaker Series season.

The High Fives Foundation announced a streamlined approach to its Empowerment Grant process, designed to maximize accessibility and impact for adaptive athletes. In 2025, the Foundation is transitioning from three grant cycles per year to two, creating a more streamlined, user-friendly process for applicants. This shift reinforces High Fives' commitment to empowering individuals with life-changing injuries while enhancing accessibility and efficiency.

The Community Collaborative of Tahoe Truckee, a program of the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, recently honored three exceptional individuals with their annual awards.

For students at Forest Charter School, service to the community isn't just a one-time event — it's an ongoing commitment that helps them grow as individuals while making a real difference in the lives of others. Since 2019, fifth and sixth graders in the school's TreeTop Co-Op program have been partnering with residents of the Extended Care Center at Tahoe Forest Hospital for a series of holiday activities, fundraisers, and hands-on projects designed to enrich the lives of elderly patients.

In the face of a devastating diagnosis, Jeff Hamilton refused to let the limitations of pancreatic cancer define him. In his final months, as his body weakened and his prognosis grew more dire, Hamilton expanded his world in ways that would continue to inspire long after his death.

The Community Collaborative of Tahoe Truckee (CCTT), a program of the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation (TTCF) has been presenting an equity and inclusivity-focused training series called the Community Belonging Training Series. For the third overall session and the final one this year, Dr. Léa Herbert and Dr. Galaxina Wright spoke on the impacts of systemic inequity and how to navigate differences in professional spaces.

Founded as a business organization in 1915, the Kiwanis Club now serves millions of children worldwide.

Alpenglow Sports has announced its early January 2025 events calendar. On Thursday, January 2, the 19th annual Alpenglow Sports Winter Speaker Series, presented by the North Tahoe Chamber, continues with pioneering snowboarder, and stage three breast cancer survivor, Kimmy Fasani.

As the snow begins to fall and Tahoe Truckee transforms into a winter wonderland, this is the season to reflect on what makes this place so special. Whether it's the breathtaking beauty of the Sierra or the vibrant community that calls it home, there's so much to be grateful for. And during the holidays, we're reminded of the power we all have to give back and protect the future of this paradise.

As the year draws to a close, Sierra Community House (SCH) is launching its Year-End Appeal with a call to action: Building Resilient Communities Together. Amidst national trends of declining charitable giving due to economic pressures, SCH remains committed to its mission of providing critical services to the North Lake Tahoe/Truckee community.

At Truckee High School, Katie Jamison Bensley, a teacher of Human Geography, World History, and United States History, has founded a club that aims to challenge traditional definitions of masculinity and provide a healthier, more inclusive space for young men. The "Yo, Bro!" Club is a response to societal pressures that often condition boys to express themselves through aggression and dominance, reinforcing toxic masculinity.

Visit Truckee-Tahoe announced a $35,000 contribution from the Truckee Tourism Business Improvement District (TTBID)  to expand the Downtown Truckee Holiday Lighting Program. 

The Rotary Club of Truckee is raising funds for a global grant project to improve maternal and neonatal health in the rural region around Lake Atitlán, Guatemala. In partnership with the Rotary Clubs of Lake Atitlán (District 4250) and other Rotary clubs worldwide, the initiative will expand medical services and train local healthcare providers, saving countless lives.