Sierra Community House Blog

We are thrilled to welcome Barbara Kane to our board of directors! With a deep passion for fostering equity and empowering the multilingual community, Barbara brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to Sierra Community House’s mission.   For the past 17 years, Barbara has served as the Translations and Bilingual Community Services Coordinator at [...]

Dear Friends, We are proud to present you with our '23-24 Peak Impact Report. It’s humbling to know that over the last year alone we provided nearly 12,000 services to over 8,000 community members. These services included school violence prevention programs, legal assistance, food distributions, health workshops, services to victims of domestic violence, and [...]

Last week, Sierra Community House hosted the Junta Regional de Programas Comunitarios en Español at Truckee’s Town Hall, bringing together local organizations and community members to share resources, foster collaboration, and empower our Spanish-speaking neighbors.  The event kicked off with a shared lunch, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where connections could flourish. Representatives [...]

As the holiday season quickly approaches, one way to spread abundance and gratitude is by supporting local organizations working to directly support community members in need.  Sierra Community House plays a vital role in providing assistance, support, and resources to individuals and families in need in North Lake Tahoe and Truckee through the holiday [...]

At Sierra Community House, we’re fortunate to have passionate leaders driving our mission to serve the community. One of those leaders is our new Hunger Relief Manager, Lauren Fisher. With her dedication and expertise, Lauren ensures that our food distribution programs run smoothly, providing nutritious meals to those who need them most.  Lauren is [...]

Our community is stronger when we come together to support one another. Sierra Community House is grateful to collect essential non-perishable foods and household items to help families and individuals facing challenging times. Your donations make a real difference and help ensure everyone has access to nourishing food and basic supplies.  Food Drive Needs  We [...]

As the holiday season approaches, we’re excited to launch our “Let’s Talk Turkey” program once again! At Sierra Community House, we believe that everyone deserves to enjoy a warm, nourishing holiday meal surrounded by loved ones. This initiative, powered by generous donations and community support, helps us provide turkey dinners and essential groceries to [...]

We’re thrilled to introduce Danny, the newest addition to our board at Sierra Community House! With over 20 years of dedicated service in law enforcement with Truckee PD, Danny brings a wealth of experience, commitment, and a genuine passion for community well-being. Join us as we learn more about Danny’s journey, motivations, and vision [...]

Sierra Community House is proud to celebrate Día de los Muertos, Hispanic Heritage Month, and Promotora Month. Día de los Muertos is a vibrant holiday not just honoring those who have passed; it’s also a celebration of rich cultural traditions and values. For our team members Abigail Aguiniga and Sharon Silva, their Hispanic heritage [...]

Every October, Sierra Community House observes Domestic Violence Awareness Month. According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, nearly 3 in 10 women (29%) and 1 in 10 men (10%) in the US have experienced rape, physical violence, and/or stalking by a partner. Our communities in North Lake Tahoe and Truckee are not immune to [...]