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Free Food for Children; Bread & Broth 4 Kids Summer Program Begins June 26

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The 2024 St. Theresa Bread & Broth 4 Kids Summer Program begins June 26 and will continue every Wednesday through August 21st.

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Sierra State Parks Foundation Celebrates 50 Years

Postcard of Pine Lodge (Ehrman Mansion). | Sierra State Parks Foundation
By Heidi Doyle
The Sierra State Parks Foundation was born when a group led by local women of the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, persuaded the Department of Parks …

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Donate to the Tahoe Trails Endowment and Become an AllTrails+ Member for Free

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – This summer, the Tahoe Fund is teaming up with AllTrails to offer a new opportunity to give back to Tahoe trails. Anyone who contributes $25 or more to the Tahoe Trails Endowment by July 4, 2024 …

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South Lake Local Takes on New Role as CEO

Julie Gardner, who was born and raised in South Lake Tahoe, has recently taken over as CEO of California's most prominent employment social enterprise non-profits. The organization she now helms, Downtown Streets Team, works across more than 20 Northern and …

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Braddock Philanthropies, TTCF Join Forces for $10 Million Investment in Tahoe Truckee

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation announced a groundbreaking $10 million commitment from Braddock Philanthropies in support of TTCF's strategic initiatives over the next five years. This substantial gift is accompanied by a community challenge to match Braddock …

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Alpenglow Sports Launches Fourth Annual Community Book Initiative

Now through June 10, Alpenglow Sports is encouraging people to take part in its fourth annual Community Book Initiative. The month-long event highlights 21 books that were chosen by 10 respected community members who are admired for their environmental, mountain, …

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NV County Public Health to Host Truckee Community Baby Shower

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Nevada County Public Health Department is hosting a free community baby shower for eastern county residents.

Image caption: Dalip Singh Saund,  the first Sikh, Indian American and Asian American to be elected to Congress and Kamala Harris, the first Asian American vice president.
25 AAPI Leaders From California

California has been home to many Asian American and Pacific Islanders who have transcended barriers and reshaped society, from education to advocacy, art to sports, politics, and beyond.

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Tahoe Fund Installs New Donor Engraved Bears in Tahoe City’s Heritage Plaza

TAHOE CITY, Calf. – Twenty-five new engraved bears are now hanging from the railings in Tahoe City's Heritage Plaza through a partnership with the Tahoe Fund, Placer County and the Tahoe City Public Utility District to raise money for trails …

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Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation to Accept Workforce Scholarship Applications

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation will accept applications for Workforce Scholarships. Applications are open to young adults pursuing in-demand careers that benefit our region. Scholarships support advanced education or certification in fields such as education, vocational career paths, …

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Best of North Tahoe and Truckee Finalists Announced, Voting Now Open

With as many years as I've been doing this, I shouldn't be amazed at how many nominations we receive for our Best of N Lake Tahoe and Truckee contest. Yet every year, here I am … amazed.

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Tahoe Forest Health System President, CEO Announces Future Retirement Date

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Harry Weis, President and CEO of Tahoe Forest Health System, announces his future retirement date of January 2, 2026. Weis has been the President and CEO of TFHS since December 2015 and has served as a leader …

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Nevada County Library Literacy Program Hits Milestone 200 Tutoring Sessions in Time for National Volunteer Week 2024

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Nevada County Library Literacy Program would like to thank their volunteer tutors at the Truckee Library Branch. These wonderful volunteers dedicate their time to helping an adult learner achieve their literacy goals.

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Grow Your Own Festival: An Edible Gardening Community Event, High Elevation Seedling Sale

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – A group of Truckee-Tahoe based non-profit organizations are teaming up for the 2nd annual Grow Your Own Festival featuring gardening demos and a high elevation seedling sale.

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The Martis Fund and Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation: A Decade of Collaborative Action

"Collaboration is a shared value between The Martis Fund and the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation," says Alexis Ollar, Vice President of The Martis Fund. "By working together with regional partners, nonprofits, and government jurisdictions, we can create a positive impact …

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Tahoe Conservancy Awards Two North Shore Grants to Improve Community Sustainability, Climate Resilience

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif.—At its Tuesday April 16 meeting, the California Tahoe Conservancy Board approved two north shore grants:

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Bread & Broth Thanks Sierra Sotheby’s International Realty

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Bread & Broth is extremely fortunate to have Adopt A Day of Nourishment sponsors that have hosted the organization's Monday Meal on a regular basis. Sierra Sotheby's is one of the many sponsors that helps …

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6 Community Leaders Elected to North Tahoe Community Alliance Board Seats

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – The North Tahoe Community Alliance (NTCA) members elected six local leaders to its board of directors.

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Tahoe Chamber Launches CEO Search

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Tahoe Chamber, a bi-state membership organization has announced the launch of recruitment efforts for a new President and CEO.

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NTCA Invests $4.3 Million in TOT-TBID Funding for 13 Community Projects

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – The North Tahoe Community Alliance Board of Directors voted to invest $4.3 million in Transient Occupancy Tax and Tourism Business Improvement District Dollars At Work funding toward 13 projects benefiting the North Lake Tahoe community.

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