In 2004, California voters passed Prop 63 in order to make mental health services available to all citizens who need them. Mental health treatment previously available in state hospitals had…

The following article first appeared on the May 13, 2015 Sierra Sun Give Back Tahoe page.  It explores the very catalytic work of a creative collective exploring innovative solutions to…

Recently, a committee convened to award several community scholarships facilitated by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation (TTCF).  Volunteer committee members diligently reviewed their share of the ninety-nine anonymous applications competing for eleven…

North Lake Tahoe’s innumerable nonprofit organizations and agencies work towards a brighter future for our residents and natural environment.  Fueled by big passions, many of them rely on volunteers willing…

Last week's National Volunteer Week celebrated the selflessness and hard work of citizens who offer their free time to a cause they truly care about. Nonprofit organizations run on the…

On May 7, 2015, the Truckee and North Tahoe Community celebrates the life of a beloved community member.  E.J. Tegner loved the great game of golf, and his wife and…

Lahontan Community Foundation (LCF), a Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation affiliate fund, received an unprecedented 51 grant applications this year! With the requests (totaling $455,234) far outweighing available funds available. 43% of…

Janet Zipser Zipkin, a member of the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund, writes insightful articles about the larger community in Tahoe Donner News.  Janet's articles share valuable information about North Tahoe-Truckee,…

Upon hearing North Lake Tahoe Resort Association's nominations for their 61st Annual Community Awards, TTCF was honored to learn that we were in the running for Nonprofit of the Year.  No one goes…

Richard Anderson fell in love with the Sierra as a child, when his recently divorced mother moved him and his brother and sister from the East Bay to a little…

In this week's Give Back Tahoe Sierra Sun page, we explore what it means to be homeless in North Lake Tahoe.  By bringing attention to this oft neglected issue, we…

In the nonprofit sector, much of our effort is attracting donations to make our mission go.  To ensure that your budget process is aligned with strategy,  follow these tips gleaned…

This past week, TTCF released its 2014 Annual Report. Now available to view on our site, what’s most important is the information that it contains. This past year was an…

TTCF is honored to share with you some amazing news: we have been nominated for the Nonprofit of the Year in this year’s North Lake Tahoe 61st Annual Community Awards.  The…

We know that the second half of a high school senior’s graduating year produces spontaneous senioritis and we do understand your pain. However, it is not time to check out…

The Board of Directors plays a critical volunteer role in the success of any mission-based organization.  Anyone who is contemplating board work should familiarize yourself with this list.  Below is…

What’s Your Passion? Do you love a good hiking trail, deeply care for the elderly, strongly support academics or sports for youth? Are you concerned about childhood obesity, women’s safety…

When establishing a memorial scholarship or one for personal legacy, TTCF donors often make two distinct decisions. The first is to create an opportunity for a young person that otherwise…