Taste of Gold at Lake Tahoe Community College

What is summer without an evening of local wine, beer, and food? Taste of Gold, the Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) Foundation’s popular annual fundraiser, is scheduled for Saturday, August 5, from 6-8 pm under the pines at LTCC’s beautiful mountain campus.

“This year’s event will be at a new venue under the trees to take advantage of the natural shade,” noted Nancy Harrison, LTCC Foundation Executive Director. “It will be near the Coyote Legacy Plaza next to the soccer field with comfortable seating to ensure attendees enjoy a relaxing and fun summer night out!”

The annual event features award-winning wines from Sierra Foothill wineries, beers from beloved local breweries, and a sampling of tasty treats from Lake Tahoe and area restaurants. New this year, attendees can enjoy the mellow sounds of a DJ’s background music, an ideal backdrop for mingling and enjoying the evening.

Proceeds from Taste of Gold directly help students by supporting critical LTCC programs, including the Lake Tahoe College Promise, Student Success Grants, and the Emergency Book Fund.

Taste of Gold is an important event for the LTCC Foundation. Adele Lucas explains, “It’s an opportunity for Foundation board members and college leadership to welcome the community to campus in a special setting. It’s our way of thanking our generous sponsors for the life-changing support of LTCC students.”

Event sponsors receive exclusive access to a VIP event from 4:30-6 pm, which includes wine and beer tastings and delicious bites for one hour from 5-6 pm before the event opens to regular ticket holders. It’s also an opportunity to meet and chat with college president Jeff DeFranco, his leadership team, and Foundation board members.

To learn more about the event, including sponsorship opportunities, visit https://ltccfoundation.org/taste-of-gold-annual-fundraiser.