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🍻Philanthropy On Tap🍺 is back again this year in both South Lake Tahoe and the Western Slope of El Dorado County! Join us on Wednesday, June 17th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Jack Russell Brewery and/or Thursday, June 18th from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at The Hangar – Taproom & Bottle Shop for this ever-popular annual nonprofit networking event!![]()
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Register your nonprofit today for free! www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/philanthropy-on-tap–2026
The El Dorado Community Foundation was honored to support NAMI Clubhouse’s Annual Masquerade Gala, Hope Unmasked. ![]()
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An evening filled with connection, courage, and community, this event is a powerful reminder that a diagnosis is not a destiny. Behind every mask is a story, and through spaces like Clubhouse El Dorado, those stories are met with support, purpose, and belonging.![]()
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As we recognize May as Mental Health Awareness Month, we are grateful to stand alongside partners who are building a community that becomes a home for individuals on their mental health journey 💙![]()
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Together, we continue to break stigma, uplift voices, and invest in hope.![]()
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¡Qué fiesta! 🌮🎉![]()
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We loved celebrating with the El Dorado Hills Area Foundation at their annual Cinco De Mayo Giving Circle Social! When a community comes together like this, big things happen. This year, over $170,000 in grants went right back into local impact. Proof that a little giving + a lot of heart = something powerful. 💛![]()
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🎓El Dorado High School Scholarship Night wraps up with so many deserving graduating seniors receiving scholarships toward their educational future! Thank you to the many donors who made this possible and congratulations to all recipients! 📜
There’s something special about a room filled with hope you can actually feel, and today was one of those moments.![]()
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We were honored to join the groundbreaking celebration for six new homes in Grizzly Flats as part of the Caldor Fire Rebuild Project. HomeAid Sacramento and El Dorado County brought forward this milestone, which represents more than construction. It represents healing, resilience, and a path forward for families who have been waiting for this moment.![]()
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With deep gratitude to Elliott Homes, NEXT Crafted, and USA Properties Fund for their commitment to bringing these homes to life.![]()
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The most powerful part of the day wasn’t just the shovels indicating new builds. It was the voices of residents saying, “I can’t believe it’s happening!!”![]()
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This is what community looks like. 💛![]()
This is what rebuilding looks like.
Foothill Fibers Works a Fiber Arts school in development by the Hangtown Fibers Guild invites you to their Parking Lot Sale on May 2nd from 9 am to 2 pm. 2900 Cold Springs Rd., Placerville.
We’re proud to bring back our 2nd Annual Summer Soirée to the South Lake Tahoe community. We would love to have you join us for another unforgettable evening by the lake. ![]()
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CASA El Dorado invites you to Summer Soirée: Celebrating Brighter Tomorrows, a special night dedicated to the belief that every child deserves a brighter tomorrow.![]()
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Enjoy food and drinks by the lake while hearing a CASA impact story and recognizing our South Lake Tahoe CASA Volunteer of the Year.![]()
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Your support helps provide advocacy, stability, and a voice for foster and at-risk youth in our community. ![]()
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📍 Riva Grill, South Lake Tahoe![]()
📅 June 26 | Doors open at 5:30 PM![]()
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Great highlight of Placerville Food Coop’s recent capital campaign to purchase their building. Way to make it happen, El Dorado County! 💪🏽
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Placerville Food Co-op has bought its building for $1.39M after raising over $155K through a community capital campaign and securing long-term financing.
Another Scholarship Night in the books with presentations to Ponderosa Hight School graduating seniors last night!![]()
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Congratulations to all recipients and thank you to all the scholarship donors making this possible!
We are proud to recognize our Box Lunch Advocacy Sponsors. 💙![]()
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Their support helps create the kind of stability and care that every child deserves, especially those navigating foster care. Advocacy doesn’t happen in one moment, it’s built over time. Their continued support helps make our advocacy possible.![]()
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We are incredibly grateful for the care, compassion, and commitment they show to the children and youth we serve.
The first Scholarship Night of the year has wrapped up with El Dorado Community Foundation scholarship fund donors awarding nearly $40,000 in scholarships to some very deserving and hard working South Tahoe High School graduating seniors!![]()
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Congratulations to all recipients!
Match Madness 2026 has wrapped up and the result are in! This year's regional giving campaign brought in over $30,000 in total for local nonprofits! An additional $10,000 in bonus prizes are being distributed to the winners, making the impact from this year's Match Madness truly incredible!![]()
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Thank you to all the donors who made it possible, and congratulations to all of the winning organizations!![]()
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Assistance League Sierra Foothills Sugar Pine Foundation Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra Feeding the Foothills Walk With Austin Project Green Community Images of Hope Bridging Divides – El Dorado Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
What a special night at The Center’s Annual Gala for Hope .🤍![]()
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A packed room, incredible energy, and a community showing up in full support of a powerful mission. The Center provides hope, healing, and support to those impacted by violence and abuse.![]()
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Grateful to be part of a community that shows up for one another in such a meaningful way ✨
It was a beautiful day in South Lake Tahoe yesterday as we wrapped up our first annual Amplify Good Nonprofit Conference at Lake Tahoe Community College!![]()
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Thank you to all of our attendees and presenters for making the day of learning, networking, and collaboration a successful one. Special thanks to our event sponsors, CAPTRUST, The Latrobe Fund, and the 516 Fund of the El Dorado Community Foundation!
This week is Week of the Young Child. Catalyst Community is excited to celebrate in two weeks at their 40th Anniversary Kids Expo Placerville 2026! Join them at this free event on Saturday, April 25th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds for hands on activities, large machinery, face painting, performances, and much more!
One month remains until our 2026 Grants Gala, an evening you won't want to miss. We'll feature inspiring stories from past grantees, award 8 grants to local nonprofits, and present 7 Wickline scholarships. Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments and future initiatives in our community, made possible by your support. Secure your tickets now at: womensfundeldorado.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/womensfundeldorado/eventRegistration.jsp?event=3193&
💥The Amplify Good Conference is this week!💥 ![]()
Match Madness winners will be announced at the conference!🏆![]()
Last chance to get your tickets at: eldoradocf.org/amplify-good-nonprofit-conference/![]()
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Inspiring Connection. Offering Practical Tools. Growing Collective Impact. 💪![]()
Join us for the first-ever Amplify Good Nonprofit Conference, a half-day gathering designed to uplift, connect, and strengthen the nonprofit and community benefit sector across both the West and East Slopes. Set against the beautiful backdrop of South Lake Tahoe, this energizing event brings together nonprofit leaders, staff, board members, and community partners for meaningful conversation, skill-building, and inspiration.
💥The AMPLIFY GOOD Nonprofit Conference is next week!💥![]()
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There are still a few tickets left available, get yours before they sell out: eldoradocf.org/amplify-good-nonprofit-conference/![]()
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Inspiring Connection. Offering Practical Tools. Growing Collective Impact. 💪![]()
Join us for the first-ever Amplify Good Nonprofit Conference, a half-day gathering designed to uplift, connect, and strengthen the nonprofit and community benefit sector across both the West and East Slopes. Set against the beautiful backdrop of South Lake Tahoe, this energizing event brings together nonprofit leaders, staff, board members, and community partners for meaningful conversation, skill-building, and inspiration.
Did you miss El Dorado Community Foundation's April eNewsletter? You can check it out at: conta.cc/4bVxZoB![]()
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Our April Client – Program Spotlight is Lorena F. and our Supported Employment Program (SEP). Lorena has been employed with Marshall Medical Center for 25 years through SEP. "Going to work makes me feel great. I love my job." Lorena's job involves organizing papers, computer skills, Zoom meeting facilitation, and answering phones. Always the professional Lorena kept her duties high level as she stated she adheres "to the highly confidential" requirements of her position. She said "I really like the people I work with. It feels like a family." More information about SEP can be found here: morerehab.org/supported-employment-program/
Match Madness 2026 has been a resounding success for our nonprofit community, resulting in over $23,000 in donations across 22 organizations! On top of that, El Dorado Community Foundation will be distributing $10,000 in bonus prizes spread over 14 winning organizations!![]()
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The winners will be announced at our Amplify Good Nonprofit Conference on April 16th! The Amplify Good Conference is about creating space to reflect, learn, and connect with others who understand the unique challenges and rewards of nonprofit work. Whether you’re leading an organization, supporting programs, serving on a board, or building community partnerships, you’ll leave with renewed energy and practical takeaways you can put to work immediately.![]()
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Get your tickets today eldoradocf.org/amplify-good-nonprofit-conference/
⌛THIS IS IT! THE FINAL DAY! ⌛![]()
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No leaderboard update as we move into the final day. Many donations have come in over night to shake things up! ![]()
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Is your favorite still in the top six? Are they still going for the top 2 big money prizes? No way to be sure, but you have until midnight tonight to put up some 🏀3-pointers🏀 for them and give them the best possible shot at victory! 🏆![]()
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No resting now, keep your heads in the game and bring it home for your team! 👑 eldoradocf.org/match-madness-participating-funds/
The leaderboard is holding steady, but donations are coming in constantly with a few organizations making plays to get back into the top six!![]()
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Get your donations in before the end of the day tomorrow (April 3rd) to make that final push for your favorite organizations! eldoradocf.org/match-madness-participating-funds/
We are so grateful that Untethered Workspace has generously committed to a $25K matching donation in support of our 4th Annual Bright Futures Awards Ceremony. All donations will be doubled and will go toward supporting local youth at the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.![]()
Turn one act of giving into two stories of success!![]()
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The match starts today and ends May 31, 2026.![]()
Visit tr.ee/bdnbEV-WY3 to donate today!
🥊🏀A new challenger has appeared!!![]()
Project Green has fought their way through the ranks to move into a spot in the top six! 🏆![]()
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So far, the outpouring of support from this community has been incredible, but there are still three long days to go before the dust settles and the winners emerge! 👑![]()
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💰Get your donations in now through April 3rd and help your favorite nonprofits battle their way to the top!! eldoradocf.org/match-madness-participating-funds/
So much support has come forward for our incredible nonprofits with this year's Match Madness Regional Giving Campaign, and these six organizations are leading the pack! Since our last post, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra surged forward in the competition to be a part of the top six, but it is still anyone's game!![]()
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Support your favorite organizations through April 3rd and help them bring home the win! eldoradocf.org/match-madness-participating-funds/
☀️🌷🐰Spring Grant Cycles are now open at El Dorado Community Foundation!![]()
Apply for funding today at eldoradocf.org/grants-catalog
🏆Last year's Champion, South County Alliance has shown up to defend their crown! 👑![]()
Competition is stiff for the top spots in this year's Match Madness Regional Giving Campaign and you can help make a difference for your favorite nonprofits by donating before the competition ends on April 3rd!![]()
Visit eldoradocf.org/match-madness-participating-funds/ and sink some three-pointers for the organization of your choice today!! 🏀💰
👑Out of nowhere Assistance League Sierra Foothills pulls into the lead!! ![]()
Some of these donors might be going pro! 💰![]()
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Trailing a little behind them are Encompass Youth, Sugarloaf, Circuit Breakers, and Hands4Hope, but the competition is FAR from over and it is still anyone's game!![]()
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Donate before April 3rd to help your favorite nonprofit win! ![]()
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🕛🏀With just under 2 weeks left to go, Encompass Youth, Sugarloaf, and Circuit Breakers are still in the lead but three other organizations are on a fast break and quickly closing the gap!![]()
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Hands4Hope, Bridging Divides, and Tahoe Institute for Natural Science are moving up the ranks and trying to knock the current leaders out of the top spots! 👑💰![]()
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Support your team today by donating at eldoradocf.org/match-madness-participating-funds/
🐾 Join the Animal Outreach Board! ![]()
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Animal Outreach is seeking dedicated animal lovers to join our Board of Directors. Board members play an important role in guiding the organization by supporting the strategies & plans that help us continue serving animals & the community throughout El Dorado, Sacramento, & Placer Counties.![]()
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No specific background is required – just a passion for animal welfare, a commitment to the community, & a desire to help a nonprofit thrive. 🐈🐶![]()
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Board members attend a monthly virtual meeting, are encouraged to serve on a committee, & may participate in community events throughout the year.![]()
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If you care about animals & want to make a meaningful impact, we would love to connect with you!![]()
Please send your resume or reach out to bod-Apply@animaloutreach.net to learn more 💜![]()
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#animaloutreach #spayandneuter #animalrescue #catshelter #community #eldoradocounty #boardofdirectors #workingtogether #volunteer #joinourteam #nonprofit
Tickets are still available for El Dorado Community Foundation's Amplify Good Nonprofit Conference April 16th at Lake Tahoe Community College!![]()
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Get your ticket now before they are gone: eldoradocf.org/amplify-good-nonprofit-conference/![]()
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Inspiring Connection. Offering Practical Tools. Growing Collective Impact.![]()
Join us for the first-ever Amplify Good Nonprofit Conference, a half-day gathering designed to uplift, connect, and strengthen the nonprofit and community benefit sector across both the West and East Slopes. Set against the beautiful backdrop of South Lake Tahoe, this energizing event brings together nonprofit leaders, staff, board members, and community partners for meaningful conversation, skill-building, and inspiration.![]()
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The Amplify Good Conference is about creating space to reflect, learn, and connect with others who understand the unique challenges and rewards of nonprofit work. Whether you’re leading an organization, supporting programs, serving on a board, or building community partnerships, you’ll leave with renewed energy and practical takeaways you can put to work immediately.
Early Match Madness competition has been fierce, but three organizations have come out of the gate strong and focused! These challengers are in it to win it!![]()
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Encompass Youth, Sugarloaf Station Foundation, and Circuit Breakers Robotics Club have all three shown up to play! The numbers are all too close to give them specific ranking at this point and the competition is FAR from over! It is still anyone's game!![]()
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You have until April 3rd to fight for your favorite nonprofit and there is a ton of money up for grabs! Lots of organizations are already on the board but they need your help to get them over the finish line with bonus prizes!![]()
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Support your favorites at eldoradocf.org/match-madness-participating-funds/
Exciting announcements from the Foundation! ✨ ![]()
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Match Madness, our annual giving campaign is underway! Donate between now and April 3 to get your nonprofit in the game for their chance to win $10,000 in prizes! ![]()
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Also, our Amplify Good Conference is 50% sold out! Secure your tickets today! ![]()
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Learn more about both of these initiatives at eldoradocf.org.
MATCH MADNESS IS HERE! ![]()
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Now through April 3 🏀💸 Visit eldoradocf.org/match-madness-participating-funds/ and help your favorite Nonprofit secure bonus prize $$$
Investing in the next generation of leaders …![]()
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The El Dorado Community Foundation was proud to participate in Rotary’s 3rd Annual Ethics & Leadership Conference – Future Leaders of El Dorado.![]()
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Hosted through a collaboration of local Rotary International clubs, this inspiring event brings together local high school students for a day focused on ethics, leadership, and service. Participants explored the traits of strong leaders, practiced professional etiquette, and engaged in thoughtful discussions about how to make sound decisions and lead with integrity.![]()
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We also heard a moving keynote from Kyle Draper, who shared powerful reflections on the importance of resiliency and perseverance in the lives of young people, encouraging students to push through adversity and continue striving toward their goals.![]()
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Events like this reflect the shared commitment of Rotary and our community partners to build servant leaders who will shape the future of El Dorado County.![]()
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We’re grateful to support opportunities that empower youth to lead with integrity, courage, and purpose.
🏀🕛Match Madness Regional Giving Campaign starts TOMORROW!!!![]()
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💸💸Get ready to support your favorite nonprofits as they battle it out for bonus $$$ prizes up to an extra $3,000 for the Grand Champion!👑👑![]()
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Starting March 17th and running through April 3rd, all donations using the Foundation's Nonprofit Directory as well as to participating funds will count toward possible bonus prizes to help support our nonprofit in serving our community!![]()
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Learn more about Match Madness and see all participating organizations at eldoradocf.org/match-madness-participating-funds/
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Make a difference in the lives of young people while also helping those who are most vulnerable in our community with Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Difference. You're invited to Hands4Hope's free, in-person training on Saturday, March 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in El Dorado Hills. Adults from diverse backgrounds are welcome, from young adults to retirees–anyone who loves mentoring youth and helping those in need. Find more information and RSVP at www.hands4hopeyouth.org
Final Reminder: The Wickline Scholarship application deadline is approaching. Please note that submissions will close on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 5:00 pm. If you have not yet applied, we encourage you to do so through our website: www.womensfundeldorado.org/wickline-and-lighthouse-funds.
🚨 Corned Beef Crisis 🚨![]()
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Upper Room dinner update:![]()
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What we don’t have… is corned beef. 😬![]()
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Unless everyone is excited about our new menu item: “Irish-ish Vegetables.” ☘️![]()
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If you can donate a corned beef, you’ll be officially promoted to Dinner Hero. 🥩🏆
🏀🕛The countdown has begun for this year's Match Madness Regional Giving Campaign!![]()
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💸💸Get ready to support your favorite nonprofits as they battle it out for bonus $$$ prizes up to an extra $3,000 for the Grand Champion!👑👑![]()
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Starting March 17th and running through April 3rd, all donations using the Foundation's Nonprofit Directory as well as to participating funds will count toward possible bonus prizes to help support our nonprofit in serving our community!![]()
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Learn more about Match Madness and see all participating organizations at eldoradocf.org/match-madness-participating-funds/
Kudos: Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra serves community – South Tahoe Now
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The Lake Tahoe South Shore community is fortunate to have numerous service organizations whose members are dedicated to enhancing the lives of its residents. One such organization, the Soroptimist Int…
A look at what's in store for you this week! Visit imagesofhopeeldorado.com/community-calendar to register or learn more! 🧘♀️🎨🧶
They're starting to arrive! 🐾![]()
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Spring means tiny paws, loud meows, & lots of kittens in need. Our shelter is getting ready for kitten season, when hundreds of vulnerable babies arrive needing round-the-clock care.![]()
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💛 You can help save lives by becoming a foster.![]()
Fostering gives kittens a safe place to grow until they’re ready for adoption, & we provide the supplies & support you need.![]()
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Even a few weeks in your home can make a life-changing difference.![]()
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Sign up to foster today or share this post to help us find more kitten heroes!![]()
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Can't foster? You can support these tiny lives by donating supplies off our wishlists!![]()
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Wowee, what a busy week ahead! The biggest things to highlight:![]()
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🥞 We need a fingerprinted Adult Lead for Saturday's GVCC Common Ground Breakfast & Distribution opportunity. Please sign up if you are able. (This also ties in to why we are having the Hands4Hope Adult Volunteer Training on March 21!)![]()
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⛰️ South Lake Tahoe Expansion: Parent Info Meetings are happening at 5:30 pm today at South Tahoe High School and 6:15 pm at South Tahoe Middle School; both in their libraries. Later in the week, the South Tahoe Steering Committee is meeting, and Hands4Hope will be presenting at community organizations.![]()
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🛝Mercy White Rock Village: Our newest Outreach Opportunity is still in need of high school age youth to help out at their after school program on Thursday from 3-5 pm. Feel free to reach out to us if you're interested but have questions!
Bowling tournament supports local agriculture students
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Registration is now open for the second annual Ron Mansfield Memorial Scholarship Bowling Tournament, a fundraiser supporting local students pursuing careers in agriculture.
What a beautiful evening of connection and purpose at our CASA & Company – Share the Care event! ❤️💙![]()
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On February 24, 2026, we gathered at Azul Latin Kitchen for a night filled with warmth, laughter, and meaningful conversation. We are incredibly grateful to our generous sponsor, Pay It Forward Project, for helping make this special evening possible.![]()
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Our CASAs showed up with their amazing friends, sharing not just a meal but their hearts. It was inspiring to watch advocates mix and mingle, talking about what it truly means to stand beside a child and the difference they make every single day in the lives of their CASA youth. The conversations were thoughtful, motivating, and deeply moving — a reminder of the powerful community that surrounds this work.![]()
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And of course, the food was absolutely delicious — the perfect backdrop for such meaningful connection!![]()
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The El Dorado Community Foundation was proud to participate in EDUHSD’s Portrait of a Graduate planning session alongside students, educators, families, and community partners.![]()
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As we celebrate 35 years of community impact, this work reflects our mission to strengthen El Dorado County now and for future generations. Thoughtful collaboration like this helps shape the opportunities and skills our students will carry into the future. Thank you, El Dorado Union High School District for your inspiring dedication to our students.
On April 2, 2026, from 5:00-8:00 PM, Women’s Fund El Doradoorado invites you to an evening of connection, conversation and community impact at their Ballot Showcase. As you enjoy thoughtfully prepared appetizers, you'll have the opportunity to learn about the inspiring work being done by local nonprofits and the stories behind the missions they serve. Thanks to the generosity of a donor, this event is free of charge, though registration is required. www.womensfundeldorado.org/current-events
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Our newest Outreach Program opportunity is in need of three high school age volunteers this Thursday from 3 to 5 pm. Mercy Housing White Rock Village in El Dorado Hills (near El Dorado Hills Town Center / Target) provides after-school programs for its youth residents. High school age Hands4Hope participants will lead games and activities, help with homework, pass out snacks, do light cleaning, and provide extra supervision. ![]()
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This opportunity has been on hiatus for a while, but it used to be a very popular one and we are thrilled to be able to bring it back!![]()
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Commitment: No ongoing commitment required. Sign up when you’re available or as much as you like. In the past, Hands4Hope youth participants who came more frequently enjoyed developing mentor relationships with the kids in the after school program; but youth can make a difference in just one session too.![]()
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💙 SIGN UP: cerv.is/0049×7704
Deadline extended to March 7th! There's still time to submit your applications to have your art featured on Main during our 20th anniversary of Banners on Parade. Visit imagesofhopeeldorado.com/banners-on-parade to apply today!
We are overflowing with gratitude! A heartfelt THANK YOU to The Latrobe Fund for awarding our Grow MORE Together Garden Program a generous grant. This is the very first grant written by the people we serve. How incredible is that?!![]()
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This funding is more than support for a garden. It is an investment in dreams. Because of The Latrobe Fund’s generosity, our participants will continue expanding their skills in planting, nurturing, and harvesting, while working toward their goal of one day running their very own garden stand where they can proudly sell fresh vegetables, seedlings, and beautiful hand-picked flowers to the community.![]()
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This is what empowerment looks like. This is what opportunity feels like. And this is how we grow Full Inclusion for All.![]()
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Thank you, The Latrobe Fund, for believing in our program and in the incredible individuals who make it bloom. #ElDoradoCounty #community #fullinclusionforall #MORE #thankyouforyoursupport #LatrobeFund
Did you miss El Dorado Community Foundation's March eNewsletter? You can check it out at: conta.cc/40ghooZ![]()
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🎉 ORDERS ARE LIVE! 🎉![]()
For 30 years, our community has come together through Box Lunch to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children in foster care. We are feeling all the gratitude and excitement as we get to do it again this year.💙![]()
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Box Lunch is one of CASA El Dorado’s largest annual outreach and fundraising events. With the support of our incredible community partners and volunteers, we prepare and deliver 3,000 pre-ordered lunches across El Dorado County.![]()
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💙 Proceeds directly fund the recruitment, training, and supervision of CASA volunteers who advocate for abused, neglected, and at-risk youth in our community.![]()
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📅 Orders are due by April 6!![]()
🚚 Delivery (minimum 5 lunches) arrives by noon![]()
📍 Ordering fewer than 5? Choose Will-Call Pick-Up (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM) at:![]()
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• South Lake Tahoe – El Dorado County Library![]()
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🥪 Donate a Lunch!![]()
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Thank you for being part of this 30-year tradition and for standing with CASA El Dorado to ensure every child is seen, heard, and supported. We appreciate every order!![]()
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Order here: here:https://casaeldorado.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/30thAnnualCASAKidsBoxLunch/BoxLunchOrders/tabid/1577117/Default.aspx
Breweries and vendors sought for 9th annual Tahoe Brewfest – South Tahoe Now
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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Tahoe Brewfest is now inviting breweries, cideries, kombucha makers, distilleries, food vendors, and artisan craft vendors to participate in the 9th Annual Tahoe Brewfest,…
Just 10 days left to make your application. Please don't miss this unique opportunity. Applications are being accepted until March 13, 2026.
Extracurricular opportunities are more than “extras” — they’re where young people build confidence, connection, and resilience.![]()
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ASPIRE Kids is hosting their 2nd Annual A Night to ASPIRE Gala to support the STRIVE program, removing financial barriers so local youth can participate in sports, arts, and enrichment activities.![]()
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Early Bird pricing available through March 31 with code ASPIRE2026.![]()
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There’s less than ONE month left to secure your Box Lunch sponsorship before the March 23rd deadline.![]()
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Your sponsorship isn’t just visibility, it’s advocacy.![]()
It’s making sure children in foster care are seen, heard, and supported.![]()
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Join us in celebrating 30 years of impact and help shape the next 30!![]()
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We appreciate every dollar you give. Thank you for showing up for our kids year after year. ❤️💙![]()
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2026 Golf for Kids' Sake – Registration open!![]()
Excitement is in the air. Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra on May 4 for our 2026 Golf for Kids’ Sake at the private Serrano Country Club.![]()
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This special May the 4th event invites our community to Be a Force for Good, harnessing the power of mentorship to ignite potential and create brighter futures for local youth. It is a day of great golf, community connection, and meaningful impact.![]()
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Every registration brings us closer to advancing our mission and ensuring more children across El Dorado, Nevada, and eastern Placer counties are matched with a caring mentor.![]()
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Thank you for being a Force for Good. Your support makes transformative mentorship possible. Click here for sponsorship opportunities and to register for the tournament >> www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-golf-for-kids-sake
Every child deserves a chance to succeed in school. Our Power Hour program helps kids improve grades and build confidence. ![]()
This fundraiser ends this weekend, 3/1, donate at checkout at Ross Dress for Less and make a difference! ![]()
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A lot in store for you today as we get going with our Thursday classes. Visit imagesofhopeeldorado.com/community-calendar to learn more! Connect at The Meadow High Sierra Quilters
🦅 Raptor Rehabilitation Class![]()
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Learn about local birds of prey and how you can become part of the Sierra Wildlife Rescue raptor team in the Raptor Rehabilitation Class. No commitment by taking the class, all are welcome to join and gain knowledge about these fascinating birds.![]()
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It was a pleasure to join Assistance League Sierra Foothills at their monthly meeting today! We appreciated the opportunity to share more about the Foundation’s work and to connect with such a dedicated group of community leaders.![]()
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We were inspired to hear updates on their impactful programs that support children and families across our region. Their commitment to enhancing the lives of children and adults through local programs truly makes a difference.![]()
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Be on the lookout for more information about their upcoming Annual Garden Tour fundraiser! This is a community event that supports Assistance League’s programs while showcasing some of our area’s most stunning gardens.![]()
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Thank you for the warm welcome, Assistance League Sierra Foothills! We are grateful for your partnership and the meaningful work you do in our community.
Images of Hope enters new chapter
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Images of Hope El Dorado is entering a new chapter marked by new leadership and an intentional expansion of services aimed at reaching more residents affected by cancer and other
📣 YOU'RE INVITED – THIS SUNDAY✨![]()
Let's finish strong and reach our goal! 💪 This Sunday we're bringing together some of our favorite local vendors for an afternoon of wellness, handcrafted goods, and community — all in support of our Buy Our Building Campaign community fundraiser. Come shop, connect, and help us make history. 🏠💛![]()
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🕛 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM![]()
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🌿 Transformational Wellness![]()
💎 Mysiamoon Jewelry – 100% of proceeds donated 🙏![]()
🌻 Poppy Seed Farms![]()
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👇 Please share with your friends & tag someone you're bringing!
Join Animal Outreach of the Mother Lode for a fun day of camaraderie & compassion at their "Pins 4 Paws" bowling event next Saturday!![]()
Enjoy some fun bowling with fellow animal enthusiasts & discover how your involvement makes a tangible difference within our community.![]()
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Our 2026 applications are open through March 10th! ![]()
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Reminder! 🎭 Our Masquerade Ball is tomorrow, 6–10 PM at Riva Grill.![]()
Come dance, sip, and indulge in Mardi Gras–themed food & drinks!![]()
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Get tickets now: secure.givelively.org/event/boys-and-girls-club-of-lake-tahoe/mardi-gras-masquerade-ball
Are you a woman aged 22 or older seeking financial assistance for higher education tuition costs? Our Wickline Scholarship is now accepting applications until March 13th. For eligibility criteria and application details, please visit our website at www.womensfundeldorado.org/wickline-and-lighthouse-funds.
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A message from our GM:![]()
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We've lowered our fundraising goal to $140,000 (down from $200,000), and we're already at $85,000. That means we're more than halfway there—but we need your help in these final crucial weeks.![]()
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While in escrow, we've been fighting for every advantage to make this building ours. Our hard work paid off—the seller agreed to credits for necessary repairs, including a new roof.![]()
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This is our moment, but we ONLY HAVE UNTIL MARCH 9TH TO RAISE THE REMAINING $55,000.![]()
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To those individuals and businesses who gave early—thank you! You believed in this from the beginning, and your donations brought us to this pivotal moment. Now we're asking our entire community to rally together. We need bold donations to carry us across the finish line. Whether you're giving for the first time or giving again, your donation today will secure our future.![]()
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2026 Grant Recipients — $170,287 ![]()
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Together, we’re building a brighter future—one where compassion, hope, and meaningful progress flourish. Our impact in El Dorado Hills and the surrounding communities continues to grow because of the dedication and generosity of people like you.![]()
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Since 2013, the El Dorado Hills Area Foundation has reinvested $913,000 into our community, strengthening and supporting more than 70 local non‑profit organizations.![]()
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Congratulations to our 2026 Grant Recipients! Your work inspires us, and we’re proud to champion the difference you make every day.![]()
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3Strands Global A Touch Of Understanding Arts and Culture El Dorado Assistance League Sierra Foothills CASA El Dorado El Dorado Community Health Center EDH TAZ The Folsom Symphony El Dorado Food Bank Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Difference Hearts Landing Ranch Marshall Medical Center New Morning Youth & Family Services Project Green Community Sweet Dreams Foundation + others unable to tag.
Years ago, our community came together with a shared vision to create the Placerville Food Co-op—a place where we could gather, offer high quality food, and support local values. Now, we're calling on that same spirit of collaboration and commitment for our Buy Our Building campaign.![]()
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With just a month left to reach our goal, we need your help more than ever. Larger donations at this critical moment will help us secure a permanent home for our co-op, safeguarding this community treasure for generations to come. Whether you've been with us from the beginning or recently discovered what makes our co-op special, now is the time to invest in our shared future.![]()
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Together, we built this store—together, we can own our building. Please consider making a generous donation today and help us cross the finish line.![]()
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The Foundation had the sincere pleasure of attending Poetry Out Loud, an inspiring event hosted by our friends at Arts & Culture El Dorado. This national poetry recitation program celebrates the beauty of poetry while showcasing the confidence, creativity, and remarkable talent of local high school students.![]()
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Bravo to all who made this happen. We were inspired by the power of poetry and the young voices bringing it to life. 📖✨
Artists invited to participate in Banners on Parade
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Artists and creative groups are invited to participate in Images of Hope’s 20th annual Banners on Parade, the longtime outdoor art exhibit that transforms Placerville’s Main Street into a free,
…. only a couple more days until we formally announce our amazing 2026 Grant Recipients at our Impact Celebration💚✨🎉👀
The Foundation enjoyed the opportunity to present and participate in a panel discussion at the North Far North Regional Consortium’s Career Compass Summit! The breakout session, “Classroom Outside of the Four Walls,” highlighted two impactful education programs from across the region and showcased how visionary educational leaders brought these programs to life.![]()
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The Foundation’s Director, Amy Pooley, closed the session by emphasizing the power of leveraging community partners, especially local community foundations, to strengthen and sustain innovative programs. Key takeaways included:![]()
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We were inspired by the collaboration, creativity, and commitment to expanding opportunities for students across our region!
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If you’re one of the many people around Placerville who look forward to seeing the banners lining Main Street each summer, February is when the magic begins. Our 2026 Banners on Parade Call to Artis…
🎳🎳 Get your team ready for the El Dorado Wine Grape Grower's Association's 2nd Annual Ron Mansfield Memorial Scholarship Bowling Tournament!![]()
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Register now while tickets are still available for this fun and casual tournament on Saturday, March 28th from 10AM-2PM!![]()
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🍇🍾🍷Enjoy local wines, bid on auctions, win prizes for highest score, lowest score, most strikes, and winning team!![]()
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🎓Scholarships are closing soon! Graduating seniors don't miss the February 1st deadline to apply at eldoradocf.org/scholarship-catalog/
‼️Don’t miss it! ‼️IMPORTANT! Today is the final day to submit a proposal for a grant from the Women's Fund El Dorado Annual Grants program. Applications must be received by midnight, Thursday, January 29, 2026. For additional information, please visit our website at www.womensfundeldorado.org/nonprofit-grants.
The El Dorado High School Foundation is hosting its 3rd annual Blue & White Gala at Cold Springs Country Club on Saturday, March 7th. Join in the celebration and get your tickets at edcf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=1660
A BIG thank you to Shelbi's Helping Hand for being a Inspire Sponsor for this next Saturday's 2026 "Celebrating Our Roots" Impact Celebration! 🎉We are very appreciative of your generous continued support of the El Dorado Hills Area Foundation! Together, we make a difference in our community💚✨![]()
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