Teichert Foundation, established in 1990, expresses the Teichert companies’ commitment to build and preserve a healthy and prosperous region.
The Foundation makes grants to organizations that create beauty, foster culture, nurture children, provide access to food and housing for those in need, preserve nature, increase awareness of our environment, build an educated citizenry and a well-prepared workforce, and strive to provide better health for all.
Staff
Heather Riggs, MBA
Executive Director
Heather Riggs joined the Teichert Foundation in 2017 and became the Executive Director in 2023. Raised in Sacramento, Heather earned her Masters of Business Administration in 2012 from University of California, Davis and previously spent nearly 10 years in commercial construction and development.
Heather’s lifestyle is one of giving through volunteerism, donations, raising awareness and serving through non-profit board membership.
In her role, she enthusiastically embraces the joy of representing Teichert’s commitment to the surrounding regions through visiting and funding organizations who are meeting community needs, ranging from Northern Nevada and throughout the state of California.
Allegra Pickett, EdD
Allegra Pickett, EdDGrants Manager
Allegra Pickett joined the Teichert Foundation as its Grants Manager in April 2018. Allegra completed her Bachelor’s degree at UC Berkeley, her Master’s degree at New School University, and her Doctor of Education at Grand Canyon University.
Before joining Teichert, Allegra served as the Tour Director for Cesar’s Way and as the Interim Director of the Millan Foundation. Allegra currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Yolo Community Foundation (YCF), an organization dedicated to fostering philanthropy by providing a platform for community members to achieve their charitable aspirations, supporting local nonprofits through impactful programs and events, and instilling the values of community involvement and service in our youth.
As Grants Manager, Allegra directs and monitors grant operations as part of Teichert’s ongoing philanthropic commitment to the region.
Teichert Foundation’s long-time Executive Director, Fred Teichert, announces his retirement.
The Teichert Foundation is pleased to announce Heather Riggs will become the Executive Director, effective August 8, 2023.