Donor Stories
Donor Advisor Co-Investment
The CFMC encourages collaboration and adds value to our fund holders’ philanthropy through deep community knowledge of local nonprofit organizations. Twice each year, donor advisors receive a list of dozens of grantmaking opportunities to support programs in a wide variety of interest areas.
Read moreA Force for Good: Nancy Ausonio
Nancy Ausonio is a down-to-earth dynamo. She is a role model for others who seek to make a difference. Nancy is not afraid to “dig in” on behalf of her community. Whether it’s beautifying her hometown of Castroville by gardening on clean up day, serving as a board member for a nonprofit organization, or contributing to worthwhile causes, she likes to give back any way she can. From the Artichoke Festival to the local...
Read moreSMCF: A Shining Example of Partnership
An affiliate fund is perhaps the ultimate example of partnering with local donors to enhance philanthropy. The CFMC’s first affiliate fund, the Southern Monterey County Foundation (SMCF) was launched in 2014. Formed by an advisory board of local residents in partnership with the CFMC, the name was chosen to represent the area served, which includes King City and the communities south to the county line. Affiliate funds provide an opportunity for donors...
Read more$1.5 Million Women’s Fund Endowment Goal Achieved!
Women’s Fund Endowment Chair Tonya Antle announced to 450 guests at the 10th annual Women’s Fund Luncheon that the $1.5 million campaign goal had been met. Thanks to your support, the Women’s Fund makes grants to change the lives of women and girls in Monterey County. The Women’s Fund invests in the future of girls and women’s economic security. Our vision...
Read morePassing Your Values to the Next Generation: The Benjamin Family Foundation
If young people start giving early, it’s habit forming. – David and Laurie Benjamin Community Foundation for Monterey County staff recently spoke with David Benjamin about his family’s philanthropy and their choice to include their grown children in the process.
Read moreDan Baldwin
President/CEO
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Christine Dawson
Senior Vice President of Philanthropic Services
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