The mission of Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation is to serve as a catalyst for community enhancement by providing leadership and funding which will enrich the quality of life in the Truckee/North Lake Tahoe region through cultural, environmental, educational and charitable pursuits.

The four communities of Tahoe Mountain Resorts were created with a commitment to achieving the highest standards of ecological and social responsibility by East West Partners. These year-round resort communities employ environmentally conscious practices rarely applied on such a comprehensive basis in real estate development. To that end, Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation was created along with and Environmental Fund and three community specific Foundations as a medium to meet this commitment.

The Truckee-North Tahoe area is a vibrant community, one that is continually energized by its most valuable natural resource: its people. We all treasure the lifestyle that the Sierra provides, no matter whether it is for a weekend or a lifetime. Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation is dedicated to sustaining and enhancing this lifestyle from an educational, cultural, athletic and community-based perspective, in essence, enriching the mind, body and soul of the entire community. By supporting what private business and public office cannot, the Foundation cultivates the vital spirit that is the Sierra.

As the Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation grows, its charter will be to provide the Tahoe-Truckee area with a vast array of world-class cultural events and programs, literally and figuratively bringing the world to Truckee-Tahoe and Truckee-Tahoe to the world. The Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation will continue its Sierra leadership role, helping to shape the future of the Tahoe basin.

This Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing the natural environment in the Truckee and North Lake Tahoe area. The Fund's purpose is to grow and support initiatives regarding environmental education, restoration of nature areas, natural resource conservation, recycling, renewable energy and alternative transportation, either through direct implementation of programs, or by partnering with other groups and organizations.

Through the Tahoe Mountain Resorts Environmental Fund, our commitment to the Sierra and dedication to protecting and enhancing the natural environment in the Truckee-North Lake Tahoe area is manifested in action. The Environmental Fund has donated over$450,000 to the Truckee-Tahoe Community and provides grants to organizations whose mission is to help conserve the wildlife, lands and waters of the Truckee, North Tahoe and Donner Summit regions while creating opportunities for outdoor enjoyment.

These Foundations exist to enhance the experience of living in the three communities of Old Greenwood, Grays Crossing, and Northstar. They support a variety of community projects, fund donations to other non-profit organizations whose activities will benefit the community residents, and sponsor civic and recreational programs. In addition, these Foundations work together to provide transportation for residents to move between the three communities and downtown Truckee.

These Foundations have supported music, art and other cultural events for the benefit of each individual community as well as for the benefit of the Truckee community in general. Events such as concerts on the green featuring world class musical entertainment have served thousands of residents and visitors alike. The three community Foundations have also sponsored art festivals that have drawn nationally known artists to take advantage of the natural beauty of the region and whose art is sold to the benefit of regional environmental organizations.

When you called my name, the biggest adrenaline jolt of my life woke me up. I think I came down from it the following afternoon. It's taken this long to sink in, and I've realized what it means for me. With your scholarship, in addition to the aid I received from Montana State, I will come out of college virtually debt free. Words fail me when I try to describe the feeling that overcomes me when I realize this. It is incredible, powerful, and deeply liberating. I cannot thank you enough for what you have done for me."

-Stefan Benier
2009 Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation Scholarship Winner

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"Thank you so much for selecting me as a recipient of your scholarship award this year. It provides great financial help for me, and my family. This award will help me towards completing my goals as a student, my goals in my future career, and my goals as a person."

-Bryan Schuldt
2009 Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation Scholarship Winner

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"It means a lot to me that our community can support us when we can't fully support ourselves. This money is greatly appreciated dues to my financial difficulties that have sprung up recently."

-Allee Macrorie
2009 Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation Scholarship Winner

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"I feel I cannot properly express how much this investment of yours means to me or my family, but I hope you believe me when I say that your willingness to support me, financially and otherwise, has been one of the most brilliant and memorable moments of my life."

-Chase Nunez
2009 Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation Scholarship Winner

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"After two years of studying at the University of Nevada, Reno, I feel that my dream is now a reality thanks to you. Without the scholarship, it would have been more difficult for me. Once I graduate I would like to help out society and lead by the example you gave me."

-Diana Marquez
2009 Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation Scholarship Winner

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"The evening was a huge success and we raised close to $30,000 for our schools! Because of donors like you, we will continue to fund such services as the tutoring programs, field trips, and art instruction that are so important to local kids. We truly appreciate your contribution."

-Kaesa Aanestad Moore
A-Deck-Affair

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"I just wanted to thank you again for your guys sponsorship of this year's Jazz Camp. We could not do these camps without you guys and just wanted to tell you how much we appreciate you all."

-JJ Morgan
Owner, Moody's Bistro & Lounge, Baxter's Bistro & Lounge