The family and friends of Rich Telford recently established the Undersheriff Richard D. Telford Memorial Award Fund in memory of the Undersheriff who passed away in September. In his 30 plus years working with the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Department, he served as Deputy, Sergeant Communications Division, Lieutenant Patrol, Lieutenant Courts, Captain, and ending his career as the Undersheriff. He performed as Team Leader of the Fire Investigation team. Rich graduated from class 279 at the FBI National Academy, and was also a member of the New York State Sheriff's Association.

The James Baker Memorial Scholarship Fund was established recently by Jessup Baker, the President of Jamestown Plastics and the third generation Baker at the helm of the 66 year-old family business. With his grandfather James' legacy defined by his hard-working perfectionism, his family of successors knew that their work was cut out for them and strived to follow in the man’s footsteps.

The Whiffy Fund provides access to baseball games by offsetting the cost of tickets. It’s a partnership between the Tarp Skunks, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, and the Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame.

In 2023, Michelle Turner sought to establish an endowment fund which would make a real difference–a difference that would be felt community wide. The Jeep Jam Fund was created, and already made its first award, providing financial support to the Lakewood Fire Department and the Lakewood Canine unit.

Jackson Rohm's passing in January of 2023 may have marked the end of his musical tour, but with his family setting up The Jackson Rohm Fund, his love and passion for life have again taken center stage.

According to those who knew him well, Kennie was humble, thoughtful, and kind. He could often be found working on something for a friend, neighbor, or loved one. Upon his passing, his wife Suzanne visited the Foundation to explore options to remember Kennie by giving back to the community. After hearing about the impact that workforce development scholarships have, Suzanne knew that was the right fit.

The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation will begin accepting scholarship applications for Chautauqua County residents interested in taking a course at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Ala.

On Friday, September 20, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation was pleased to present the 2024 John D. Hamilton Community Service Award, to Carol Hay.

The family of Todd Town celebrates with individuals at Camp Onyahsa.

The family of Sean Airbus established a fund in the name Sean that aims to bring medical professionals back home to practice in the region.

The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation is seeking the hire of a Development Officer.

The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation is pleased to announce that Carol Hay has been selected as the 2024 recipient of the John D. Hamilton Community Service Award.

Thanks to funding from the Falconer Region Community Fund and Donald R. Swanson Memorial Fund, The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation recently awarded grants to seven organizations in the Falconer region.

The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation kicked off Give Big CHQ last week, opening the seventh annual 24-hour day of community giving throughout Chautauqua County. The effort to raise dollars and awareness for local nonprofit organizations took place on June 13.

The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation recently awarded over $12,000 in grants to organizations in Randolph, NY thanks to the John Edward McLaughlin Family Fund. The endowment fund was established in 2007 to support charitable activities in Randolph, NY.

Thanks to Chautauqua Region Community Foundation scholarships and their financial support, more locals are choosing to return home to make a professional impact in the health care field.