chautauqua region community foundation

Established in 1978, the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation is a tax-exempt, public charity dedicated to enriching the quality of life in the Chautauqua region of New York. The foundation works by building a permanent collection of endowment funds, contributed by individuals, families, and businesses, to support local nonprofit organizations and students. It serves as a philanthropic partner, managing over 700 diverse funds and has awarded tens of millions of dollars in grants and scholarships to address community needs in areas such as education, arts, health, and human services.