The Local Lens – Incline Village Honors Local Generosity at the Heart of Giving Awards

Guest Writer, Jody Wright – Executive Director of Tahoe Family Solutions

The Local Lens – The word philanthropy, originated from the Greek word philanthropia, simply meant “For the love of Mankind.”

On February 14, Tahoe Family Solutions is excited to host a new event in Incline Village – The Heart of Giving Awards.  Our hope is to draw attention to the incredible generosity and spirit of this community by recognizing exceptional philanthropic, volunteer and community service efforts. In this first year of the event and in honor of our history, we will recognize Joe and Polly Wolfe for their long-term commitment to the TFS mission, and families and youth of the Incline basin, as well as the multiple other non-profit organizations they support in our region, many of whom will be in attendance on the 14th. 

We recognize it is through the giving of time, treasure and talent of so many that we have incredible arts opportunities, a safety net for struggling individuals and families, community events and beautification, education support, disaster response, scholarships and mentorship, care and support for veterans, social and civil rights movements, emergency veterinary care, and so much more. This event is grounded in gratitude and inspiration, seeking to create a legacy event that inspires awareness and encourages participation in opportunities to serve, give, and engage, and to thank the many people who make it possible.  

This year, we will be fundraising for TFS programs that are near and dear to the hearts of the Wolfes   – those that are centered around youth in our community. Their commitment to leveling the playing field and providing opportunities that may be out of reach for some of our neighbors and their children is long-term and consistent. Donations and offers to volunteer will be gratefully accepted in Joe and Polly’s honor and will go to these same youth programs that they so care about. People like Joe and Polly, who give what they can, regardless of the size of the gift or the amount of time shared, make an impact in ways you may never see but are truly life-changing for so many. 

We are delighted at the response to this sold-out event and cannot thank the community and our sponsors enough. This fledgling event simply would not have happened without your support and enthusiasm. In coming years, it will be exciting to see how we can grow it to joyously celebrate the Hearts of Giving of many organizations, individuals and families that contribute so much to our village.

For more information or to make a gift, please contact Tahoe Family Solutions at 775-413-5145

Jody Wright, Executive Director