David F. Talevi Foundation
Founded in 2011, the David F. Talevi Foundation is a 501(c)(3)
nonprofit that supports local and national charities to honor the
legacy of Mr. David Francis Talevi, a 38-year resident of Wells, Maine.
He lived his life with integrity, intelligence, kindness and an
unparalleled passion for community, family and education.
The
mission of the Foundation is to promote support for an engaged
community, the health of its families and the education of its children
through support of local and national charities solving issues that
affect quality of life and the health of families everywhere and
offering scholarships to students for continuing education.
Community
In 1972, Dave and his wife, Elaine, began welcoming families to Sea-Vu
Campground, a seasonal resort in the center of Wells, Maine. While
raising their own family, Dave volunteered and served on many
committees within town government: planning board,
comprehensive plan implementation committee, and as Chairman of the
Wells Sanitary District. A valued patron of the community, he
generously contributed to town endeavors, including Laudholm Farm,
Wells Urgent Care Center, Senior Center and Harbor Park. In tribute to
Dave’s commitment to service, the Town of Wells dedicated its annual
report to him in 2010.
Family
In the spirit of healthy families, the Foundation sponsors annual
fundraising events at Sea-Vu Campground, owned and operated by the
Talevi family in Wells, Maine. Local residents, tourists and seasonal
visitors participate in walks, bike rides and family entertainment. All
event proceeds are donated to select causes, solving issues that affect
quality of life and the health of families everywhere.
Education
Since 2011, through the generosity of its donors, the David F. Talevi
Foundation offers Happy Camper Scholarships to children (age 17 to
under 25) of a seasonal family at a Talevi seasonal resort and
graduating seniors at Wells High School to assist in their
post-secondary education.
David Talevi Bike Ride The 2024 Annual David F. Talevi Bike Ride raised $6,030 for the Foundation.
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P. O. Box 67
Wells, ME 04090
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American
Cancer Society
Elaine
Talevi presented a $5,000 check to the American Cancer Society in 2019
at the
October Breast Cancer Awareness Walk on behalf of the David F. Talevi
Foundation and Sea-Vu.
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