I remember it like it was yesterday. In 2008, I sat in an interview for the Prevention Educator position at Tahoe Women’s Services. I was asked whether I could commit to one year in the role. A year felt like an eternity at the time—but of course I said yes. I needed the job. [...]
Teresa Crimmens serves as Interim Executive Director beginning March 27 as programs and services continue at full strength TRUCKEE, Calif. Sierra Community House announces a leadership transition, with Executive Director Paul Bancroft concluding his tenure on March 26th and Teresa Crimmens stepping in as Interim Executive Director on March 27th. Bancroft has accepted the position of Director of Neighborhood Services and Sustainability with the Town of [...]
Every week, Sierra Community House rescues thousands of pounds of food from local grocery stores and redistributes it to neighbors across North Tahoe. Between June and November 2025 alone, monthly food rescue more than doubled, increasing from just over 10,000 pounds to more than 24,000 pounds of food per month kept out of landfills. Much of that work is coordinated by Madeline, Sierra [...]
As you may have heard, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA) brings significant changes to the tax benefits of charitable giving—for both those who itemize and those who don’t. While these new rules don’t take effect until 2026, many current rules remain more favorable than what’s coming, making this year-end an important window for [...]
At Sierra Community House, we’re deeply grateful for every person who wants to help fight hunger in our community. Many people wonder: Is it better to donate food or money? While both come from a generous place, financial donations often go even further — helping us make your support count in the biggest possible way. [...]
The Need With SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits delayed and still very much up in the air, many local families will be without critical support. As the only food pantry in the North Tahoe–Truckee region, Sierra Community House currently serves 700+ families each week—and we anticipate a 30% increase in demand in the coming weeks. Managing individual food drop-offs can be challenging for [...]
The holiday season is a time of generosity and community—and many of our neighbors are feeling the strain of increased food costs and winter expenses. As giving becomes top of mind, we’re grateful for the individuals, businesses, and groups who want to support our Hunger Relief Program. To make sure your donation has the [...]
MEDIA ALERT September 17, 2025 Sierra Community House’s 35th Annual Chocolate & Wine Festival: Under One Sky Returns October 25 What: Each year, Sierra Community House provides vital support to more than 7,000 North Tahoe-Truckee residents through hunger relief, crisis intervention, legal aid, and family-strengthening programs. On Saturday, October 25, the community is invited to [...]
This month, we are filled with gratitude as we celebrate Rocio’s 10-year anniversary as a Promotora with Sierra Community House. Over the past decade, she has walked alongside neighbors in their hardest moments, connecting them with resources, hope, and encouragement. What began as her own journey of healing has grown into a legacy of compassion [...]
Patrick Kratzer, Director of Hunger Relief Operations at Sierra Community House Each September, we join the national movement to recognize Hunger Relief Action Month—a time to come together and and take action for the thousands of neighbors in North Tahoe-Truckee who face food insecurity. At Sierra Community House, we believe access to nutritious food [...]