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Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation
           . . . enriching the area in which we live and work. 

Why give through NCCF?

We customize services and funds to meet your charitable objectives. 

Your fund, and its purpose, will be maintained in perpetuity. 

Contributions to the NCCF are eligible for the maximum tax advantages allowed by law.

Latest News

NCCF Informs Elected Officials How Innovative Philanthropic Investments Sustain No. Chautauqua County in a Challenging Economy at Annual Meeting of Grantmakers

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation met with staff from the offices of Senator Gillibrand, Senator Schumer, and Representative Reed March 21–22 to tell them how independent investments are improving the community of Northern Chautauqua County and why federal policies that support local philanthropic giving are critical to the program’s continued success.

BUILDING BETTER BOARDS THROUGH STRATEGIC GOVERNANCE WORKSHOP

The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation is hosting a Workshop “Building Better Boards through Strategic Governance“ on Monday, April 23rd at the JCC North County Training Center in Dunkirk. Two sessions will be offered from 9:00-12:00 am and from 6:00-9:00 pm. Pat Smith, founder and president of “Management Strategies” will be facilitating the workshop. 

NCCF reminds you to 'give where you live'

The NCCF has been at the forefront of local philanthropy since its establishment in 1986.  Assisting donors to reach their philanthropic goals is one of two parts to the mission of enriching the area in which we live and work. Awarding local nonprofits organizations grant dollars necessary to run ongoing projects and programs is the second part.

Nominations Sought for Footprints Award

     The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) is currently seeking nominations for the “George B. Weaver Jr. Footprints Award.”