LOCAL FUNDRAISER Whiskey & Wine Event Generates Record Proceeds Thanks to the generosity of local residents, the April 2 event raised $12,000 in net proceeds, all of which will be reinvested into the community, supporting local emergency response and search and rescue efforts, reading and arts activities, and other community-based programs.
Wow! What a night!
The Sierra Madre Elementary School received a grant to promote mental health issues for students and staff through art, essay, poster, and video contests.
GRANT RECIPIENT
Sierra Madre Post Office
The Sierra Madre Post Office Landscape project received a grant to install a drip-irrigation system and purchase native plants.
GRANT RECIPIENT Sierra Madre Public Library received three grants to support several programs:
The annual Bookmark Contest, a community-wide outreach program
The outdoor reading program “Walk This Way Story Adventure” in Memorial Park
Family Science Workshops, a six-week summer program hosted by local teacher Dany Richey
The City of Sierra Madre received a grant for its Halloween Happenings program to help support operational costs, including a parade and costume contest.
The Sierra Madre Middle School received a grant to purchase books for its English classes.
The Sierra Madre Community Emergency Response Team received a grant to purchase a metal storage container for long-term storage supplies and equipment.
The Sierra Madre Rose Float Association received a grant to provide float decorations.
The Creative Arts Group received a grantreceived a grant to help preserve its outdoor educational space.
FUTURE EVENTS
Mt. Wilson Trail Race The Mt. Wilson Trail Race will take place Saturday, May 28, 2022. We will once again proudly sponsor the Kids’ Fun Run. Be sure to stop by our booth in Kersting Court and say hello. You can get more info and register HERE.
THE FOUNDATION
Meet the Board
Laura Palmer, shown here visiting with students at the Wistaria Festival, is a 4th grade teacher at Sierra Madre Elementary and a lifelong Dodgers fan.
IN THE KNOW
Wistaria Festival
Be sure to look for us at community events. We would love to introduce ourselves and educate the community on what we do. More photos HERE
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