Silver Creek-Irving Fund Approves Two Grants

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The Silver Creek-Irving Heritage Fund recently awarded community grants to two local organizations.

The fund, a Community Donor Advised Fund of the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation, provides grants to support new community initiatives, leadership development, and other charitable programs that address the most pressing issues within the Silver Creek-Irving community.

The fund was established by community residents and others interested in enhancing the Silver Creek-Irving community.
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