Tahoe Beach Club Raises Over $52,000 to Support Local Artists and Clean Up The Lake
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/30/2023 - 8:07am
Tahoe Beach Club, known for its unparalleled commitment to the Lake Tahoe community and environment, has successfully raised over $52,000 through its "Right Footprint" summer 2023 campaign.
A significant portion, $25,772, was generously donated to Clean Up The Lake for the launch of their innovative Environmental Dive Center (EDC) in Incline Village, NV.
The EDC represents a pioneering venture in environmental conservation. Doubling as both a conservation dive school and an environmental science center. “We are deeply honored to support Clean Up The Lake and their remarkable initiatives. Their drive for a sustainable future aligns seamlessly with our footprint calling as stewards of the lake, ambassadors of the beach, and partners in the community,” stated Tahoe Beach Club’s CEO Patrick Rhamey.
Founder & CEO of Clean Up The Lake, Colin West, expressed gratitude, "The considerable donation from Tahoe Beach Club's Alpenglow Festival will significantly bolster our mission. The EDC is all about creating a more sustainable future, not only through cleanup efforts but also through transformative educational programs. With partners like TBC, we are ensuring Lake Tahoe remains pristine for future generations."
Apart from supporting Clean Up The Lake, TBC's summer campaign successfully showcased the artistry of the Tahoe Basin community. Over $32,000 in artwork by local artisans was sold, further emphasizing the Club's commitment to promoting local talent. "The Tahoe Basin boasts an accomplished art community. We take pride in highlighting their skills and supporting their exceptional craft," added Rhamey.
With the 2023 summer campaign achieving remarkable success, Tahoe Beach Club looks forward to the future, aiming to surpass its fundraising goals in the coming year. “As we usher in the next summer, our vision remains undeterred: to raise even more for the community and the lake we cherish. 2024 is poised to be an even more thrilling year for all,” Rhamey concluded.
About Tahoe Beach Club (TBC):
Tahoe Beach Club is a lakeside community committed to local arts and the environment. Through initiatives like the Alpenglow Festival, TBC ensures sustainable initiatives in the Tahoe region, making it an integral player in the area's flourishing future. Since 2022, Tahoe Beach Club has hosted the Alpenglow Festival benefiting Clean Up The Lake, which makes them an Environments Dive Center Founding Partner. The funds raised focuses on the Tahoe Terrain Trap project, and cleaning/research on the subsurface shoreline of Nevada.
About Clean Up The Lake 501(c)3:
Clean Up The Lake, formerly known for their successful 72 Mile Cleanup project that removed over 25,281 LBS of small litter from Lake Tahoe has now removed over 65,000 LBS of litter from their local environment, most of which is under the surface of our lakes. Their mission is to activate local communities to protect their environment both above and below the surface. The Environmental Dive Center marks their largest and longest lasting endeavor yet as a public charity.
