Who We Are

Northern Lake George Foundation (NLGF) aims to contribute to a vibrant, resilient, and sustainable future for Northern Lake George. NLGF supports educational programs, local businesses, and community members to help develop a regional economy that celebrates the area's cultural and natural heritage while fostering growth and advancement for our community members. Through investments in the education of our youth, workforce development, and critical programs, NLGF will serve as a catalyst for progress in the region.

Our Core Objectives

  • Partner with educational institutions, private foundations, individual donors, and industry leaders to support students by offering opportunities for skills enhancement, post secondary education preparation and development of career pathways.

  • Foster a culture of innovation through incubation programs, ongoing mentorship for startups and succession planning for existing business owners. Partnering with our other impactful community organizations, drive local business growth through low-interest loans and development programs. 

  • Support the development of critical programs with an initial focus on Ticonderoga’s Early Learning Center to expand access to childcare for our residents and employees of local businesses.

Meet the Board Members

The Northern Lake George Foundation is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors consisting of six community members who have deep-rooted ties to the region and bring a wealth of business experience. Their local insights and diverse backgrounds help shape the foundation’s initiatives, ensuring they effectively serve the needs of our community. As volunteers, these leaders are committed to fostering sustainable growth and enhancing quality of life, working collaboratively to support education, economic development, and the preservation of Northern Lake George’s unique heritage.

  • Kathleen Coffman

    BOARD CHAIRMAN

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

  • Patrick Ida

    TREASURER

    ENTREPRENEURSHIP, BUSINESS EMPOWERMENT & ADVOCACY

  • Robert Porter

    COMMUNITY/DONOR ENGAGEMENT, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT & ADVOCACY

  • Ken Parlin

    COMMUNITY/DONOR ENGAGEMENT, PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT & ADVOCACY

  • Pam Nolan

    EDUCATION, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT, PARTNERSHIPS & ADVOCACY

  • Peter Reale

    COMMUNITY/DONOR ENGAGEMENT, PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT & ADVOCACY

Contact us

Reach out to us anytime, and we'll happily answer your questions.