Cow Creek Supports Local Youth Program

Klamath Falls, Ore. – On Wednesday, the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation (CCUIF) awarded the Ross Ragland Theater in Klamath Falls, Oregon a one year grant in the amount of $7,500. This grant will be used to help underwrite costs for the theaters Youth Education and Outreach Program.

CCUIF awarded a total of $556,850 to 83 non-profit organizations located in Coos, Deschutes, Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, Lane Counties as well as philanthropies that serve multiple counties.

The mission of the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation is to offer assistance in youth education, strengthen youth and family, provide positive youth development, and add to the quality of life for people in southwestern Oregon.

The theaters Education Director, Sam Burris is extremely grateful. “ This money goes directly towards our expenses that come along with offering such detailed and diverse youth programs and community outreach. We couldn't be more thrilled and grateful!”

The grant funds will go to the four core offerings within the theaters Youth Education & Outreach Program. Young Audience Matinees, Spring & Summer Youth and After School Camps, Youth STARTS and Teen Theater.

The Ross Ragland Theater is celebrating their upcoming 30th Anniversary Season this year. “What a milestone for the theater!” said Development Director Terra Russo. “We have an exciting and strong Anniversary Season ahead of us.” said Interim Executive Director, Theresa Silver.

The “Season Launch” event will take place on July 24th from 5:30-8:00 and is open to the public. There is no charge for this event.

For more information, please check out the theaters Facebook page and website. www.rrtheater.org