Jerry & Yvonne Kehr Education Fund

The mission of the fund is to provide support to educational, artistic, and vocational initiatives in Plumas County, offering resources that enhance learning opportunities for students of all ages. “The funds will be dedicated to advancing and promoting education in Plumas County to equip our youth with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to lead fulfilling lives, contribute to society, and shape a better future for themselves and our community,” says founding member Tim O’Brien a close friend of the Kehrs. Other founding members Betty Bishop, retired School Board Trustee, and Rita Bunzell of Sierra Pacific Industries and O’Brien believe that an education fund can help alleviate the challenges faced by Plumas County, including an aging population, declining school enrollment, and a lack of skilled workforce and vocational programs. Funds can train leaders, acquire support for youth facing social-emotional challenges, and retain skilled individuals and professionals within our community.