When Lee Salter first met philanthropist Leah McConnell in 1985, he had no idea he would be invited to help build a foundation—literally and metaphorically—that has benefited North State residents and international partners for three decades. Salter, 76, will retire… Continue Reading
The McConnell Foundation has awarded the Redding Fashion Alliance a $115,000 grant for the purpose of programming to activate the otherwise-underutilized space in the downtown Redding area. “We are honored that The McConnell Foundation has provided this opportunity for Redding… Continue Reading
Rachel K. Hatch joins The McConnell Foundation as a new program officer, with experience in community building, and eager to work in the area of community vitality. The Foundation identified participating in the revitalization of downtown Redding as its first… Continue Reading
The McConnell Foundation yesterday withdrew its offer to purchase the former Redding Police Station, and two lots on west California Street. “The Foundation remains committed to being a long-term stakeholder in the revitalization of downtown Redding,” stated John Mancasola, McConnell’s President… Continue Reading
John A. Mancasola, a Redding native and executive vice president/in-house counsel of The McConnell Foundation, has been selected by the Foundation board of directors to succeed Lee Salter, McConnell President & CEO, beginning January 1, 2017. Salter, who turns 75… Continue Reading
Shasta College and The McConnell Foundation are working together on an initiative to increase educational opportunities. “North State Together” was recently awarded a three-year, $2.5 million grant by The McConnell Foundation to support a regional “Cradle to Career” collaborative. “North… Continue Reading
In support of one of Redding’s community crown jewels, The McConnell Foundation is granting $25,000 to Kids Kingdom 2. McConnell board and staff volunteered time and money toward the original Kids Kingdom built by loyal citizens who dreamed of a… Continue Reading
Shasta Family YMCA is proud to announce it was awarded a grant from The McConnell Fund of the Shasta Regional Community Foundation. The grant is for nearly $44,000 and will allow the Y to complete construction on an outdoor sports… Continue Reading
Shasta Regional Community Foundation Board of Directors recently approved recommendations for funding from The McConnell Fund. $716,197 was awarded to 28 organizations in Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, Tehama and Trinity Counties. This brings the total grants awarded from the Shasta Regional… Continue Reading
The Shasta Regional Community Foundation reminds local students and nonprofits of the upcoming deadlines for grant and scholarship applications. With the new online application system in place for both programs, the Community Foundation will no longer be accepting paper applications.… Continue Reading
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