Introduction
Dear Friends,
As we trade trail shoes for snow boots, it’s easy to think the land is going quiet for the season. It isn’t. Under the snowpack, roots keep growing and the soil banks the water that will carry us through to next summer’s wildflowers. One season’s work quietly sets up the next.
Our work goes the same way. After more than ten years of persistently tending to the interrelated challenges of forest health, wildfire risk, a local housing crisis and workforce development, we’re seeing their interconnected solutions blossom.
We paused in August to appreciate the beauty and promise of it all through the eyes of special visitors. Tomiquia Moss, Secretary of the new California Housing and Homelessness Agency, and her team joined us for the second year in a row for a multi-day site visit. This time they also brought a few friends: Kim Johnson, Secretary of California Health & Human Services; Wade Crowfoot, , Secretary of the California Natural Resources Agency; and representatives from eight state agencies. We showcased our Forest Futures Forest-to-Housing Strategy, highlighted our partners’ innovation and perseverance, and talked about our region’s path toward a regional circular bioeconomy.
Time with those leaders reaffirmed something I deeply believe: those closest to the problem are closest to the solution. You’ll see that thread throughout this quarter’s stories, from a local young person bringing her skills home to partners carrying housing forward, neighbors preparing for the next emergency, and donors planning gifts for generations. Together, we are patiently tending to our future here in Tahoe Truckee—for us and for those who are here long after us.
Our steadfast attention adds up. The numbers are in, and after more than ten years of intentional, strategic growth, fiscal year 2026 was our biggest year ever. We invested $9.3 million directly into our community, a 37% increase over last year’s $6.8 million. That’s nearly a quarter of our $40.8 million in net assets, put to work where it matters most. Thank you for believing in our collective mission and making it happen.
With gratitude and ever-forward,
Stacy Caldwell, CFRE
Chief Executive Officer
Virtual Event
The Giving Studio: Strategic Briefing for Philanthropic Partners
Attention Fundholders, Tahoe50 Passholders, Legacy Society members, and Co-funders: You are invited to a virtual briefing on November 19th, 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM. It’s our former luncheon taken to Zoom so more of you can attend, with updates on TTCF, emerging community priorities, and making the most impact possible with your year-end giving. Speak with Ashley Beck to attend.
Estate Plans, Charitable Giving Tax Changes, and Donor-Advised Funds
This year, three federal rules for charitable giving changed. See what deserves a second look before December.
A Regional Circular Bioeconomy (A.K.A. the Majestic Alley-oop)
Eight California State Agencies joined TTCF and our partners to explore the interconnected solutions for wildfire mitigation, forest health, housing, workforce development, and a regional economy. Here’s what they learned.
From One Table to Many: Tahoe Truckee’s Housing Partners Keep Building.
This August, state leaders, including three members of the governor’s cabinet, sat down with the local partners behind our region’s housing efforts to hear what’s working and what it will take to keep going. Find out what they heard.
Knowing Where to Turn.
When the rules for accessing food and health care change, Tahoe Truckee’s nonprofits don’t wait to see what happens. They work side by side to get ready. Find out what they’ve put in motion and the part our community can play.
Building the workforce our community depends on
This year, TTCF awarded $258,500 to 12 young adults pursuing trade certifications, bachelor’s degrees and graduate degrees. Meet Gabby, who’s finishing her social work degree and plans to return to Truckee, and see how local donors are building the workforce our community depends on.
Give to What You Love.
Whether you care most about our forests, our students or simply this place, there’s a gift that goes where you hope it will and a December date worth saving. Discover the ways to give and what each one makes possible.
To learn more about our community impact and how you can partner with us to make a difference, contact TTCF Donor Services at donorservices@ttcf.net.