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FEED
Rescue surplus food through the FeedTahoe program. Deliver nutritious meals to kids and families in the community, by partnering with local organizations.
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READ
Nurture early literacy from birth to 3rd grade through collaborative programs such as Dolly Parton Imagination Library, BookMode, Reading Pals, and more.
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LEAD
Lead the way through mentorship, establishing mentorship networks in the community, with programs such as the Fannan Fellowship and more.
FOUNDATION FACTS
FEED
25,000+
Free Meals Delivered to Local Families
32,000+
Pounds of Surplus Food Rescued
READ
150+
Free Kindles Given to Second-Graders
30,000+
Free Children’s Books Delivered Each Year in El Dorado County
LEAD
100+
Students’ College Application Fee Funded
$280,000+
Total Scholarships Awarded to High School Seniors
About Us
The Marcella Foundation was founded by Sean Fannan, who was born and raised in South Lake Tahoe and went on to create one of the largest mobile advertising companies in the world. He created the Marcella Foundation in 2021 to give back to his home community and create positive changes. The mission of the Foundation is to think big and make a difference in South Lake Tahoe in our three core operating pillars: FEED, READ, and LEAD. Learn More >
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