Donor Advised Funds: A Simple, Powerful Way to Give Back
Looking for a flexible, tax-smart way to support the causes you care about—now and in the future? A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) might be the perfect fit. It’s like having your own charitable giving account, and setting one up through your local community foundation makes it even more meaningful. What Is a Donor Advised […]
Giving Through Your IRA: A Smart Way to Support Your Community
If you’re age 70½ or older and have a traditional IRA, there’s a powerful way to support the causes you care about—while also reducing your tax burden. It’s called a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), and it allows you to donate directly from your IRA to a nonprofit like The Almanor Foundation. What Is a QCD? […]
Conductors Club
All Aboard for Opportunity: The Conductors Club Brings Fun and Enrichment to Lake Almanor Youth In the heart of Chester, California, something exciting is on the horizon—and it’s not just the thrill of duckpin bowling or the glow of arcade lights. It’s a community-driven initiative set to transform lives and spark joy for generations to […]
You Don’t See Us. But You See Our Impact
When people think of charities, they often picture food banks, animal shelters, or youth centers. But what if the most powerful force for good in a community isn’t the one you see on the front lines—but the one behind them? At The Almanor Foundation (TAF), we don’t rescue animals or feed seniors directly. Instead, we […]
Plumas Arts- Inspiring Creativity, One Student at a Time
Plumas Arts – Inspiring Creativity, One Student at a Time Keeping the Arts Alive for 600 Students in 2025 – with Dreams to Reach 1,000+ in the Future In a rural county where resources can be scarce, Plumas Arts stands as a beacon of creativity, opportunity, and community connection. For over 40 years, we have […]
P-Crew
Sierra Institute for Community and Environment’s mission is to promote healthy and sustainable forests and watersheds by investing in the well being of diverse rural communities and strengthening their participation in natural resource decision making and programs. Sierra Institute’s P-CREW (Plumas Conservation Restoration, and Education in Watersheds) Youth Corps program aims to develop the next […]
How The Almanor Foundation Is Helping Plumas County Recover, Rebuild, and Thrive
Our Beginning: Answering a Simple but Powerful Question Five years ago, a small group of us sat around a table and asked: Can we create something that helps our community grow and overcome the challenges that life throws at us? We didn’t know exactly what that would look like, but we had learned from the […]
Grebe Festival Other Field Trips
Name: Chester Bird Walk #1 Trip Leader: Mitch Poling, PAS Board Member Date: Friday, August 8, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Location: Chester Railroad Grade Price: $15 suggested donation Cap: Limited to 15 participants Activity Level: 2 Description: Join us for a walk along the Chester Railroad Grade trail bordering the town of […]
Plumas Housing Council Celebrates “Welcome Home Greenville”
Plumas Housing Council Celebrates “Welcome Home Greenville” The Plumas Housing Council (PHC) celebrates the inaugural home of the “Welcome Home Greenville” project. Welcome Home Greenville is a community-driven movement to build quality homes at an affordable price and invite young families and first-time home buyers to build a future in Plumas County. Local residents have […]
Variety is the Spice of Life: Embracing Philanthropy in Plumas County
In a world bursting with choices, it’s undeniable that variety truly is the spice of life. We all have our unique preferences—whether it’s the leisure activities we engage in, the foods we savor, or the sports we cheer for. These choices reflect our passions and interests, guiding how we spend our time and energy. This […]