Jerry and Yvonne Kehr, long-term residents of Lake Almanor, left an indelible impact on our community. Yvonne was a beloved 3rd-grade teacher at Chester Elementary. Jerry, retired as a teacher at Chester Elementary. Jerry, retired as a teacher and basketball coach when he moved to Lake Almanor and became an influential real estate broker instrumental in the sales and development of the Lake Almanor West Subdivision and a founding director of Plumas Bank.
Founding members of the fund have asked TAF to lead in the development and/or support of programs that will help to alleviate the challenges faced by Plumas County, including an aging population, declining school enrollment, and a lack of skilled workforce and vocational education programs. Funds can be utilized to train leaders, acquire support for youth facing social-emotional challenges, and retain skilled individuals and professionals within our community.