CRESCENT CITY, Calif. — The Del Norte County Fairgrounds will be able to install a weatherproof handicapped lift for its board room, thanks to a $5,000 grant from Pacific Power’s charitable arm, the PacifiCorp Foundation for Learning.

“The room isn’t ADA compliant, and it is used for a lot of meetings for the general public throughout the year,” said Randy Hatfield, Del Norte County Fairgrounds CEO. “This grant from the PacifiCorp Foundation for Learning will allow us to complete the upgrade and make our facility more accessible to everyone.”

The Del Norte Country Fairgrounds is a year-round facility for Crescent City residents, serving more than 125,000 visitors.

The county fair is held annually on the first weekend of August. For many, the fair is the highlight of the year – both in terms of showing exhibits, but also for vendors, nonprofits, recreation and entertainment.

“This is a way we can step up and support this community,” said Monte Mendenhall, regional community manager for Pacific Power. “We know this is the kind of donation that helps preserve the bonds of this community.”

About the PacifiCorp Foundation for Learning

The PacifiCorp Foundation for Learning was created and incorporated as a corporate foundation in 1988 in order to become the major channel of philanthropy for PacifiCorp, Pacific Power and Utah Power. PacifiCorp and its employees have a long tradition of active involvement in the communities served by Pacific Power, including charitable contributions, sponsorships of community events and in-kind donations. To apply for a grant, and to review specific eligibility requirements, please go to www.pacificorpfoundation.org

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