Community organizations are encouraged to submit grant applications to Adirondack Foundation’s Generous Acts program, which supports activities that address basic needs, educational pathways, economic development and civic engagement in the Adirondack region. Nonprofits, … [Read more...] about Adirondack Foundation Accepting Grant Applications
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Keeping Young Kids Active During Winter
Physical activity and healthy play are critical to the development of young children, but keeping them active when it’s cold outside can be tough. The Heart Network’s Creating Healthy Schools & Communities (CHSC) program works to enhance nutrition and physical activity for … [Read more...] about Keeping Young Kids Active During Winter
New Faces Join the Fold at Adirondack Foundation
Adirondack Foundation has welcomed three new staff members to its team: Brandy Hobson, Jennifer Russell, and Kathy Recchia. As the community foundation serving the greater Adirondack region of upstate New York, Adirondack Foundation works to enhance quality of life through … [Read more...] about New Faces Join the Fold at Adirondack Foundation
Chronic Disease Prevention Coalition Honors Rural Health Champions
The North Country Chronic Disease Prevention Coalition is honoring two Rural Health Champions for this year’s National Rural Health Day: Julie Cooke and Jerome James. National Rural Health Day, held this year on Nov. 17, honors the selfless, community-minded and determined … [Read more...] about Chronic Disease Prevention Coalition Honors Rural Health Champions
Biking the backroads, backstories of Essex (Adirondack Explorer)
Boquet Valley tour pedals unique area of historic preservation A group of 15 biking and history enthusiasts gathered at the Whallonsburg Grange Hall on a cool September morning with a variety of bikes that ranged from road, hybrid, cross, mountain, and fat tire along with … [Read more...] about Biking the backroads, backstories of Essex (Adirondack Explorer)