Investing in Our Community’s Future
One of the strengths of a community foundation is the ability to steward charitable gifts not only for today’s needs, but for the future. When donors establish endowed or long-term … Read more
Erika Kosina
Home for Good: Jesse Hicks is Turning Waste into Opportunity
The Community Foundation’s newest board member, Jesse Hicks, thinks a lot about how to create prosperity and resilience in Nevada County. Jesse plans to live here for the rest of his life, and he wants to help make this community as strong and prosperous as it can be.
First Phase of the COAD Complete
When disaster strikes, communities are strongest when they’re connected. That belief is at the heart of our efforts to bring a new organization to life: a COAD (Community Organizations Active … Read more
Q&A with Jason Danielson: How the Community Foundation Supports Our Nonprofit Ecosystem
I sat down with Community Foundation board member Jason Danielson over coffee to get his perspective on the relationship between the Community Foundation and the local nonprofit ecosystem. Danielson has … Read more
NCCLI Fosters Connection and New Perspectives
This Fall, the Nevada County Community Leadership Institute (NCCLI) will celebrate its 30th anniversary. It’s hard to measure the impact of its legacy, but Lori Burkart Frank–facilitating her 17th NCCLI … Read more
Doing a Lot with Very Little
Community, Care, and Connection on the San Juan Ridge On an unseasonably warm December day in North San Juan, the Family Resource Center hums with activity as cars line up … Read more
Planting for the Future
Officially Welcoming the Community Foundation of Nevada County’s CEO – Cristine Kelly When the newly official CEO of the Community Foundation of Nevada County (COFO NC) talks about her work, … Read more
Growing and Connecting Nonprofit Leaders for a Stronger Nevada County
Executive Director Leadership Academy offers comprehensive training – and a safe space Leading a nonprofit organization can be deeply meaningful—and deeply lonely. Executive Directors are responsible for finances, staff, boards, … Read more
New COAD Kicks Off to Strengthen Disaster Readiness in Nevada County
As climate impacts intensify and wildfire and winter storm seasons grow longer and more unpredictable, disaster preparedness is becoming an essential part of building a resilient, connected community. Nonprofits, community … Read more
From Overwhelmed to Empowered: How a DAF Can Simplify and Amplify Your Giving
Not a millionaire? Not a problem. Everyday donors are making a big difference in Nevada County with Donor Advised Funds “We want to give back, but we don’t know where … Read more