Recently, the Angels Camp Museum and Calaveras Visitor Center debuted an exhibit highlighting the Calaveras County Frog Jump. The project was funded by a $25,000 grant from the Calaveras Community Foundation. Substantial community and volunteer involvement made the project a reality. Many items were donated by local families, telling the history and excitement of the Frog Jump over many decades. [...]
In 2010, Calaveras residents Paul and Darlene DeBaldo wanted to help Calaveras students seeking a technical or vocational education. They created the Career and Technical Training Scholarship with the Foundation. To date, over $122,000 in scholarships have been awarded. The 2022 winners are: Calaveras High School: Carlos Meza: Industrial Technician Gregory Forest: Law Enforcement Jacob Hughes: Diesel Mechanic Joshua Hughes: [...]
The Calaveras Community Foundation is proud to sponsor the CALAVERAS BLOOD DRIVE, in cooperation with Vitalant. To donate, donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment by going online to donors.vitalant.org, using blood code SMF399, or call 877-258-4845. Blood drives are scheduled for the following dates: July 26, 2022 September 27. 2022 November 29, 2022 January 24, 2023 March 28, 2023 [...]
Calaveras Community Foundation Awards Community Grants for 2021 (Published 10/14/21) Calaveras Community Foundation recently awarded 17 grants totaling over $110,000 as part of its annual competitive grant process. These grants include: Calaveras County Office of Education –restore Student Events. Calaveras Sings Theatre Repertory (CSTARS) -produce a show in 2021. Calaveras Humane Society – assistance in veterinary expenses for low-income senior [...]
