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43rd Annual Incline Boosters Club Crab Feed in Support of Incline High School

February 4, 2025 | Member Submitted

First Look at the New Bowl Incline Space at Incline Center for Events: The Incline Boosters Club is thrilled to announce the 43rd Annual Crab Feed, a cherished tradition supporting Incline High School and its students. This year’s event, presented by the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation, with the Premier Reception sponsored by Plenium Builders, promises to be a spectacular evening of community and generosity.

Mark your calendars: The Crab Feed will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the highly anticipated, newly designed Bowl Incline Space at the Incline Center for Events. Tickets, tables, sponsorship opportunities, and donation options are now available. Act quickly—within the first 24 hours of sales, we are already halfway to selling out!

Why the Crab Feed Matters: The Crab Feed is the most significant fundraiser for the Incline Boosters Club. Our mission is to bridge the gap between the limited general operating support provided by the school district and the resources needed to create a thriving high school experience. 

Did you know that the entire district general operating budget for IHS is just over $25,000—for the whole school year? That’s only $0.47 per student per day. Meanwhile, Boosters’ expenses budget equates to approximately $4.68 per student per day to support all areas of IHS. Without fundraising, those dollars shrink—and the district won’t be making up the difference. As a rural school with unique needs, Incline High School relies on the funds raised by this event to support its students directly. Every donation, ticket purchase, and sponsorship makes a tangible difference.

We are honored to receive a generous matching gift from the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation, which will match every dollar raised—up to $125,000—for our Fund-A-Need initiatives. Click here to learn more about these initiatives.

A First Look at the New Venue: This year’s event will unveil the newly reimagined Bowl Incline Space at the Incline Center for Events. This innovative venue, with its extraordinary design and creative touches, will transform for the evening, featuring beautiful flooring laid across the lanes to create a one-of-a-kind experience.

Additional Details and How to Get Involved: Attendees will enjoy an upscale nautical ambiance—imagine the feel of a luxurious yacht with the sun shining, a light breeze, and great company. It’s a setting you won’t want to miss! For event details, to purchase tickets or tables, or to explore sponsorship and donation opportunities, click here. For frequently asked questions about the event, visit our FAQ page. 

To learn more about the Incline Boosters Club and its mission, click here.

Media Contact: Incline Boosters Club, Tara Cannon – tara.cannon347@gmail.com, 562-208-5059

About the Incline Boosters Club: The Incline Boosters Club is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Incline High School students through fundraising, volunteerism, and community partnerships. Our mission is to enhance the educational experience for every student and ensure our school is equipped to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.

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In The News – Fighting hunger in North Lake Tahoe: How a non-profit is addressing food insecurity

January 29, 2025 | Member Submitted

Originally Published by KUNR Radio, 1/27/2025, Written by Maria Palma

Despite Tahoe’s reputation for affluence, many residents struggle with food insecurity. A local non-profit has been making a significant impact through food distribution.

On a cold Tuesday afternoon, Wendy Conti walked along the tables filled with boxes full of produce and canned goods. She placed cans and produce into a basket. She goes to the Sierra Community House’s Food Pantry in Truckee at least once a week.

She walked through the pantry with her dog Peanut. They browsed through a selection of breads, sauces and vegetables. Originally from the East Coast, Conti moved to Truckee four years ago. A former special education teacher, health issues forced her out of work, and she soon found herself homeless.

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Photo by Sierra Community House

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From Incline Village to Nepal: Helping a Remote Himalayan Village Thrive

January 29, 2025 | Member Submitted

Submitted and Written by local residents Helen & Eric Durfee, 1/25/2025

Longtime Incline Village residents Helen and Eric Durfee are dedicated board members of the Basa Village Foundation USA, regularly traveling to Nepal to support the remote village of Basa. From donating ski jackets to funding education, supplies and keeping power on through hydroelectic projects, the Basa Village foundation helps improve the lives of the people of Basa.

Basa is a remote village in Nepal, off the beaten path, in the foothills of the Himalayas, south of Mt Everest. It consists of 63 households primarily engaged in subsistence farming. Jeff Rasley, after many trips to Nepal, founded the Basa Village Foundation USA (https://bvfusa.org) in 2008, to improve the way of life for the people of Basa.  I’ve been on the board since 2001.  Some of the projects that BVFUSA has completed include providing safe drinking water in the village, building a school and funding three of the five teachers, providing school supplies and computers, a small hydroelectric project for lights in the homes, rebuilding the school after the 2015 earthquake, clean burning stoves in the homes, among other projects. 

Last year we funded an animal husbandry project to build up a local co-op herd of goats and pigs.   Having a staff to care for, and protect, the animals will provide jobs and the selling of goat milk, yogurt, cheese, and young animals themselves will provide income for the village.  This project entailed building sheds, pens, and fences, leasing land, and the purchase of twenty five pigs and twenty five goats.  

We work closely with our sister foundation, Basa Foundation-Nepal, which is headed up by Niru Rai.   Niru is from Basa and now lives in Kathmandu.   Niru started and owns Adventure Geo Treks (https://www.adventuregeotreks.com) and hires his guides, porters, drivers, cooks and staff from Basa.  Together, we define a need, determine a solution, create a budget; then BVFUSA funds the project, monitors the progress, and evaluates the success of the project after completion. Basa Foundation-Nepal oversees the project, provides the volunteer labor, and gets the materials to Basa, mostly by oxen, donkey, and on men’s backs. 

Education is crucial for the 85 students in the K-5 school. The Nepali government pays for the Nepali language and math teachers; BVFUSA pays for the English, science, and the social studies & computer science teachers.  The five year funding that BVFUSA previously established ran out in 2024.   The teachers are now working without pay and will move on if new funding is not forthcoming.   Many, or most, of the young people of Basa will have to leave for places where they can find employment so having some education is essential.   Knowing some English is important if they end up working in a tourist based business.  One of the projects we are funding immediately is for the teacher’s salaries to keep the students learning. 

The second project is to expand the animal husbandry project that we started last year.   Unfortunately, nineteen of the pigs died of swine flu and need to be replaced, along with adding to the number of goats and pigs.   We will continue to pay the salaries of the staff working the farm and have also increased the budget to provide for veterinarian visits as needed and medicine.   We expect the farm to be self sustaining in two to three years.

This is a brief explanation of what the Basa Foundation is and what we do.   You can get more information by going to our website (https://www.bvfusa.org).   Helen and I have been to Basa and met many of the families there.  We found the people to be very kind, supportive, and hard working.   They are most appreciative of everything the foundation has done.  

Please consider contributing to our fundraiser for the school and farm projects.   If you would like to donate, you can donate via our website directly at https://bvfusa.org/donate.  If you prefer to donate by check, please make it out to BVFUSA and mail it to our corporate treasurer, BVFUSA, C/O David Culp, 2322 E. 66th St, Indianapolis, IN   46220.   As a registered 501©(3) organization any contributions are tax-deductible.

If you managed to read all the way here, thank you, and thank you for your consideration.  All donations make a difference, no matter the size, and are appreciated. Don’t hesitate to call, text, or email me if you have any questions.  

Best to you in 2025,

Eric Durfee

 775-813-3040

 Oclv@aol.com

EricDurfee54@gmail.com

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In The News – Tahoe Prosperity Center searches for new Executive Director

January 26, 2025 | Member Submitted

Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 1/24/2025, Submitted

The Board of Directors of the Tahoe Prosperity Center announced it is searching for a new executive director. Heidi Hill Drum has served as the executive director of the organization for ten years and is looking forward to new and different adventures. The board thanks Hill Drum for her service over these past ten years and is appreciative of her flexibility during the search for a new leader. 

While under Hill Drum’s tenure, the Tahoe Prosperity Center has grown and accomplished much in the region and we look forward to a new leader continuing to expand and grow the following programs.

  • Envision Tahoe and Tahoe, Inc – supporting economic resiliency in the Tahoe region and connecting entrepreneurs to support their growth in our unique mountain environment.
  • Alert Tahoe – supporting the early detection wildfire camera network in our communities that have already helped spot more than 100 fires, allowing our local fire agencies to stop them before they reached 1 acre in size. These cameras provide critical information to our local fire crews and protect our communities from the devastation of wildfires. During Heidi’s ten years as executive director, more than 15 cameras in the Lake Tahoe region have been installed.
  • Connected Tahoe – expanding high speed internet to underserved areas of the Tahoe Basin with new technology, improvements in fiber and connectivity and supporting local jurisdictions with projects and funding to ensure quality of broadband for everyone.

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A Message from Jody Wright – Tahoe Family Solutions New Executive Director

January 21, 2025 | Member Submitted

The new year brings new opportunities to Tahoe Family Solutions, and I wanted to be the first to share them with you.

My name is Jody Wright. I am a native Nevadan, an experienced leader in non-profit agencies, and the new Executive Director of Tahoe Family Solutions.

 It is my great honor to step into the shoes left empty by Robin Glasgow, who has happily moved into retirement after nearly 15 years at the helm.  He leaves behind a legacy of growing community-focused programs, a strong and healthy 501 (c)(3)business model, and an incredibly talented and passionate team that is perhaps the best I’ve ever worked with.

Tahoe Family Services has served thousands of individuals, families, and children through our bilingual Family Resource Center programs that include affordable or free mental health and psychiatric care, Homework Help Club, beginning and advanced ESL classes for adults, and VITA, a national program that provides s free preparation of federal and state tax returns for low-income households.  In addition, our youth programs reach across the community to provide a 5-week overnight summer wilderness camp, along with fun outdoor and STEM activities throughout the year, that is available to all youth, including those facing financial challenges, across the Tahoe region.  

Finally, as I begin to learn the stories of the families whom Tahoe Family Solutions have impacted, I am struck by the strength and the tenacity of the individuals who access our programs. They need a hand-up, not a hand-out, and you and the Village have responded – with neighbors supporting neighbors through your generous support. It is inspiring and I am honored to be associated with this Mission.

I am eager to meet and engage with community members in the coming months. Please know my office door is always open. If you have any questions or concerns you would like to address immediately, please feel free to contact me at jodyw@tahoefamily.org or 775-413-5145.

Tahoe Family Solutions is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, providing low/no cost services to children and families living along the Lake Tahoe Basin beginning in 1991.  Our mission is “to provide key resources and enhance skills for families in the Tahoe Basin.”

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Embrace the Spirit of Giving Tuesday: Give Locally

November 26, 2024 | Julie Malkin-Manning

GivingTuesday is more than just a date; it’s a global movement rooted in the transformative power of generosity. Since its inception in 2012, this initiative has grown beyond a single day, inspiring millions to give, collaborate, and celebrate kindness throughout the year.

This GivingTuesday, we invite you to take part in this movement—not just on the designated day but as a daily practice. Whether you volunteer your time, make a financial contribution, or amplify the voices of local nonprofits, every act of kindness creates ripples of positive change. Remember, no gesture is too small; each one contributes to building a better, more compassionate world.

For many nonprofits, the holiday season is a critical time for fundraising. GivingTuesday serves as a focal point, providing an opportunity for communities to rally around local causes and organizations. As we enter this season of gratitude and generosity, we encourage you to think locally and embrace the spirit of giving. Supporting our neighbors and strengthening our community through generosity are values that unite us all.

One organization championing this mission is the Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation, often regarded as the “umbrella” organization for nonprofits in our region. CEO Claudia Andersen encapsulates their purpose beautifully:

“For over 25 years, Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation has been dedicated to nurturing community philanthropy by connecting donors with causes that truly matter. We urge our community to be generous in supporting our hardworking non-profit organizations, not just during the giving season, but throughout the entire year. Together, we can enhance and preserve the quality of life in this beautiful place we call home.”

Discover how you can support nonprofits across the Tahoe Basin by visiting TahoeGives.org.

This GivingTuesday, let’s prioritize giving locally. Your contributions, no matter the form, make a meaningful impact on our community. Together, we can create a season—and a world—filled with generosity and care.

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Don’t Miss These Upcoming Community Fundraiser Events

August 19, 2024 | Kristin Derrin

As summer fades, the fundraising season in Incline Village and Crystal Bay is heating up! Our community’s incredible non-profits are gearing up for a series of exciting events. With tickets still available, now’s the time to get involved. Many of these events also feature silent auctions and are open to donations from our generous community. Check out these 11 must-attend fundraisers as we head into the fall!

St. Clare’s Montessori – Sunday August 25th 

Benefiting Scholarships for St. Clare’s Montessori School

Join St. Clare’s families and staff at Alibi Ale Works Incline Village Public House on Sunday, August 25th, from 4-7 pm (free for the community). Live Music, kids activities, beers, pizza, fantastic raffle and an incredible silent auction. More Details Here: DRINK BEER, BUILD A FUTURE

PEO – Tastes of Incline – Thursday, August 29th

Benefit for Local Scholarships

Thursday from 4:30pm – 7:00pm join the community at The Chateau for Tastes of Incline. Tickets are available at The Potlatch. More info: TASTES OF INCLINE

AAUW’s Garden Party – September 15th (Silent Auction starts 9/1/24 – 9/18/2024)

Benefit for Scholarships

Tickets still available for the Lakeside Garden Party. Step into a picturesque paradise at our Garden Party on September 15. The event will be held at a lakefront estate in Incline Village, Nevada where every corner of the property is adorned with the splendor of nature and the allure of art. Silent Auction goes live September 1st.

Event Information: GARDEN PARTY

Auction Information: SILENT ACTION INFORMATION

Rotary Duck Drop – Monday, September 2nd

Benefit for Local Charities

The Annual Labor Day Duck Drop will be at Village Green from 9 am -10:30 am. Join in the fun and bid on the winning duck!

More information: DUCK DROP

Incline Wine & Food – Saturday September 7th

Benefiting the North Lake Tahoe Boys & Girls Club

Spend the day at Incline Wine + Food and explore the 6-acre lakefront estate in a walk-around wine tasting and a one of a kind gathering with Wineries + Bubbles + Fun + Food offering a sense of place rooted in the timeless essence of Lake Tahoe—the Lakefront Estate Lawn at Kern Schumacher’s Residence in Incline Village. Silent Auction Items are still being accepted. 

More Information: INCLINE WINE AND FOOD

2nd Annual Endless Summer Pickleball Smash – Sunday, September 8th

Benefit for Pet Network

Get ready for the ultimate mixer! You’ll play a minimum of 6 games, each with different partners and opponents. The first to 11 points wins each match. Your admission includes a scrumptious catered dinner, two drink tickets, and after-party fun!

More Information: PICKLEBALL SMASH

Tees 4 Skis – Golf Tournament – Saturday, September 14th

Benefit for DPSEF ski team scholarships 

Incline Mountain Course from 9am – 12pm. Boxed Lunch, Tee and Tournament prizes.

More information: TEES 4 SKIS

Family Faire – Diamond Peak Ski Tearm – Saturday, September 14th

Benefit for DPSEF Ski Team Scholarships

4pm at Alibi Ale Works Incline Public House, join this family friendly fundraiser. Auction items are still being accepted: contact lauren@dpsef.org

More Information: FAMILY FAIRE

Golf from the Heart – NLTCHCA Golf Tournament – Sunday, September 22nd

Benefit for Medically related student scholarships, equiptment, and medical needs of the community. 

Join in the fun for a great cause at the Incline Village Championship Golf Course from 1:45pm – 7:45pm. 

More Information: GOLF FROM THE HEART

Barktoberfest – Thursday, October 3rd

Benefit for Pet Network

Grab your Lederhosen and your furry (or not) friends, you’re going to BARKtoberfest! Includes dinner, unlimited beer, and live music by Jacked Up Tahoe.

More Information: BARKTOBERFEST

34th Annual Chocolate and Wine Festival – Saturday, October 19th

Benefit for Sierra Community House

We are looking forward to celebrating our community and all we have accomplished together with an evening of decadent chocolate creations, wine tasting, heavy appetizers, live music, and an engaging and interactive program. Our theme this year is Masquerade.

More information: CHOCOLATE & WINE FESTIVAL

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In The News – Sierra Community House launches ‘Blue Harvest’ Farm-To-Table dinner experience to combat hunger in North Tahoe/Truckee

July 24, 2024 | Member Submitted

Originally published in the Sierra Sun, on 07/18/2024, Written by Zoe Meyer

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Sierra Community House announced the inaugural “Blue Harvest: United to Nourish,” farm-to-table dinner aimed at supporting local hunger relief efforts. Blue Harvest will take place on Aug. 25 from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Dancing Pines venue in Sierraville located at 250 Fibreboard Road. 

This intimate dinner will bring together local talent in food, music, art, and winemaking, all in support of Sierra Community House’s Hunger Relief program, which has historically provided nearly 300,000 meals annually to food-insecure residents.

The event will feature a meticulously crafted five-course meal prepared by renowned chef Meredith Miller Elliott. Known for her culinary expertise and her roles as the tour chef for Metallica and Pearl Jam, Elliott’s dedication to food and community has been a driving force behind this event. Ingredients for the meal will be handpicked by Elliott herself, ensuring a top-tier dining experience for the attendees.

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Local Humane Society Offers Waived Adoption Fees to Help Relieve Partner Shelters

July 15, 2024 | Member Submitted

Submitted by Pet Network Lake Tahoe Contact: Sybile O’Neill

In response to a significant decline in adoption numbers, and subsequent overcrowding in many shelters across Nevada, Pet Network Humane Society is excited to announce a special waived adoption fee event, running every Saturday and Sunday for the rest of July. This initiative aims to find loving homes for more animals and alleviate the capacity strain on our shelter partners.

Event Details:

  • ●  Dates: Every Saturday and Sunday for the rest of July
  • ●  Location: 401 Village Blvd. Incline Village, NV
  • ●  Adoption Fees: No adoption fees for all animals on Saturdays and SundaysHighlights:

● Take advantage of waived adoption fees, making it easier than ever to bring home a new family member.

“We are facing a critical time where many Nevada shelters are at capacity, and we are unable to assist without creating space through adoptions,” said Sybile O’Neill, Marketing and Development Manager. “Our hope is that this event will not only increase our adoption rates but also provide a joyful experience for our community members and the animals looking for a new loving home.”

We invite everyone to join us in this special event and help make a difference in the lives of these animals. Whether you’re looking to adopt or simply want to support the cause, your participation is invaluable.

For more information about the event or to see our adoptable animals, please visit www.petnetwork.org.

About Pet Network Lake Tahoe: Pet Network Humane Society enables pets and people to connect and thrive through compassionate care.

Pet Network envisions a society where all companion animals receive love and respect as valued members of families and communities.

Pet Network Lake Tahoe Contact: Sybile O’Neill
Email: smoser@petnetwork.org Phone: 775-832-4404 x109

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Knitters Guild of Incline Village Donates to Children’s Cabinet – Red Scarves and Hats for Valentine’s Day Project

February 13, 2024 | Member Submitted

Submitted by Millie Szerman

INCLINE VILLAGE, NV. (February 10, 2024). . . Started by a small group of women who belonged to St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church and enjoyed knitting and crocheting, the Knitters Guild of Incline Village gathered together to support a Red Scarves and Hats Project for Valentine’s Day. Headed by Guild member, Gisela duVigneau, the members of the Knitters Guild “created these beautiful hats and scarves, as part of a Goodie Bag that includes homemade heart-shaped cookies, affirmations, and letters of encouragement. These bags will be distributed to young men and women on Valentine’s Day.

“We hope to give them a boost of confidence to pursue their education.” Gilly Quinn, Donor Relations and Events Coordinator of the Children’s Cabinet of Reno (https://www.childrenscabinet.org/) is instrumental in distributing to the most deserving of our youth.

Gilly Quinn

The Red Scarf Project had been a part of Ms. duVigneau’s volunteer efforts when she lived on the East Coast, but moving to Incline Village offered her no such activity. While a member of the Knitters Guild in Incline Village, she decided to start a similar project here in Northern Nevada, and birthed Red Scarves for Valentine’s Day!

Members of The Knitters Guild, part of St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church’s community outreach program, meets on an informal basis and visit with each other, sharing patterns and ideas. The group has evolved into one that finds pleasure in making warm clothing and blankets for families who need them in Incline Village and the North Tahoe area. Members live in Incline Village, Tahoe City, Truckee and as far out as Spanish Springs. The Knitters Guild meets every Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the library of St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 341 Village Boulevard, Incline Village.

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2-2-2/KNITTERS GUILD DONATES RED SCARVES (AND HATS) FOR VALENTINE’S DAY

Several hundred items are handmade and donated to numerous organizations each year, including Tahoe Forest Hospital in Truckee, which receives layettes for newborns, and blankets for Long Term Care patients; hats, sweaters, scarves, mittens and other warm items are part of the Winter Warmth and Wellness event each October. The Gene Upshaw Cancer Center in Truckee is grateful for chemo caps, made of very soft yarn for patients undergoing chemotherapy. Eddy House in Reno also benefits from the hats and scarves created and donated by the members of the Knitters Guild. The Guild receives support from the community by donations of yarns, patterns and needles.

Over the years, and before the COVID pandemic, the Guild members were also part of the Incline Village After-School Program as they taught knitting and crocheting at the Incline Elementary School on Monday afternoons.

For further information, please contact Gisela duVigneau at giseladuv@gmail.com or call 732-604-9512. 

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