|
CCFC NEWSLETTER
Winter 2025
P.O. Box 1046
San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
centralfundsforchildren.org
| |
Message from the President | | |
|
|
Happy New Year Everyone!
As the newly elected president of CCFC, I am really looking forward to this year and what we, with the support of our generous donors (listed in the newsletter) can do in 2025 to continue supporting the needs of disadvantaged and at-risk children in San Luis Obispo County.
Last year, together, we raised enough to allow us to disburse $107,500 in grants. This brings our total since 1994 to $2,174,665.
We are already brainstorming what we can do to continue this level of support. One consistent theme is that we need more members. A great way to learn about us
| |
|
is to attend our annual Supporter Luncheon at SLO Country Club on March 19. We invite our grant recipients to speak to us about the work they do, and it is very inspiring. If you are interested in learning more about our organization, or attending the luncheon, please reach out to me, or any CCFC member.
I love being a member of CCFC not only for the work it does, but also for introducing me to a wonderful group of friendly, intelligent, compassionate, hard-working and fun women. Please consider joining us!
Cindi Powell
| |
2024 CCFC Grant Recipients | |
CCFC Board of Directors 2025 | |
CCFC Board of Directors for 2024. Standing left to right: Emilia Simoes, Fundraising Chairperson; Carolyn Klingler, Corresponding Secretary; Kristy Wilson, Parliamentarian; Cindi Powell, President; Christy Palmer, Grant Review Chairperson. Seated: Joanne Rogoff, Recording Secretary, Ann Berry-Gallegos, Vice-President. Not pictured: Debbie Stiles, Treasurer. | |
Guest, Sandra Sansoni and member, Nancy Karwin. | Trustee, Cheryl Fernandez, and member Carolyn Klingler. | |
Season to Believe, CCFC's signature fundraiser, was held at the San Luis Obispo Country Club on November 22. Over 100 guests enjoyed spending time with friends, a delicious cobb salad lunch, entertainment, and of course, a wonderful silent auction. Thank you to Carolyn Klingler who chaired the event and to LeeAnne Fisher and Joanne Rogoff for assisting. | |
Joanne Rogoff and Cyndi Framme celebrate Season to Believe while checking in guests. | Harpist, Jocelyn Goldman, provided entertainment for the event. | |
|
Members Julie Cross and
Marilyn Blake.
| |  |
Trustee Jeanette Meek, Past President, Christy Palmer, and members LeeAnne Fisher and Colleen Herber. | | |
Guests, Karen Bardizbanian, Trustee Patti Hempenius, Sharon Chirpich, and MaryEl Hansen. | |
Members Corinne Cilli, President Cindi Powell, Kathy Later, Christy Palmer. | |
2024 Donors and Supporters | |
CCFC wishes to extend our sincerest appreciation and gratitude to the following donors and supporters. Thank you for your generous support by contributing a monetary donation in 2024. Your continued support enables us to continue our mission of making a difference in the lives of children in need. Our grant awards shine in the lives of children who are touched by our organization. Thank you again for your donation and support of CCFC. | |
| |
|
Committed $500+
Vetters Administrative Trust
ACI Jet
Stephen & Phyllis Dorsi
Steve & Deronda Burdette
Jeff & Carla Cole
Craig & Toni Kincaid
Pete & Patty Pepper
Linda Rundstrum
Mary Benner
Tom & Pam Brown
Corinne Cilli
Betty Flagg
Cyndi Framme
Nancy Karwin
Larry & Jeanette Meek
Scott & Paula Lewis
Martha Michalojko
Estates of Kathryn & Ben McAdams
Morgan Flagg Family
David & Susan Murray
Christy & Mike Palmer
Bern Singsen
Debbie Stiles
Meredith Takken
Debra Wacker
Donald Warden
Kathryn & James Webb
Elizabeth & James Whitehead
Compassionate $300 - $499
Gerry Johnson
Sharon Beko
Morro Bay Shanty Project
Leslie Rodman
Emilia Simoes - Innov8tive Nutrition
Gary & Muriel Harkins
Peggy Bowman-Kelley
Bonnie Brinton
Jack & Lisa Brown
Ed & Bernie Kurtz
Edie Lycke
Grant Awards to CCFC
Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust
Smart & Final
SLO Rotary Club of SLO Charities
Blackbaud Giving Fund
Donor:
Steve & Deronda Burdette
Nancy Hayward & Marvin Dee
LeeAnne Fisher
| | |
|
Faithful $100 - $299
Ann Berry-Gallegos
Trader Joe's
Connie & Tony Buffa
Joanne Burke
Rosalyn Carroll
Mary Ciernia
Rich Carsel
Kathy Coull
Amy Harper
Anne Namyst
Kurt & Bonnie Kennedy
Carolyn Klingler
Jack Krasner
Mary Matakovich
Wren Mead
Janet McLaughlin
Ginny Parkinson
Mary Pollock
Darlene DeChance
Jay & Paula Gingrich
Muriel Harkins - Movie Group
Kathy Later
Judy Money
Walt & Helen Rehm
Marlene Peter
Mary Helen Pierce
Penny Porter Wilson
Jill & James Bolster-White
Pam & Jimmie Boone
Joan Borger
Family of Chris Poe
LeeAnne Fisher
Nancy Hayward & Marvin Dee
Colleen Herber
Lee & Lynn Hollister
Cindi Powell
Mary Stornetta
Gary & Belin Tanner
Marie Anne Werner
Caring $35 - $99
Jill Anderson
"Give Lively"/Charity Navigator
Iva Wilcox
Barbara Attinello
Judy & Joe Barnett
Sylvia Drucker
Nancy Elmore
Margery Harris
Olga Harway
Kelly Heck
Janice & Jim Irwin
Toppy Miller
In Memoriam and In Honor Of
Scott Burdette
Ben & Pat McAdams
Donna & Tom Murrell
Carol Messer
| |
Each October, CCFC recognizes our wonderful trustees, ladies who were members of our organization for ten or more years. Many of the trustees were founding members of Central Coast Funds for Children. Prior to 1993, CCFC was a donor to Children’s Home Society, a private adoption agency. At that time, the primary source of funds was the Gift Box, a floral and gift shop at French Hospital, and was operated by volunteer members. In 1993, the Gift Box closed, and the women decided to create a local non-profit corporation with the mission of raising funds to support children in need in SLO County. In 1994, CCFC achieved legal IRS status as a non-profit corporation and has operated as Central Coast Funds for Children since that time. Thank you, Ricki Pace, for chairing this event.
| |
| |
So Many Shoes ... and Only Two Feet! | | |
|
|
Each December, CCFC asks the Child Development Resource Center for a list of children, which includes their ages and shoes sizes. Thanks to the organization of Trustee Jeanette Meek, members and trustees purchased shoes, socks and a small toy for each child whose name they selected. A sincere thanks to all the members and trustees who generously donated shoes, socks and toys.
| | |
Consider making a donation to Central Coast Funds for Children. 100% of all donations go directly towards the funding of grants to organizations and agencies in San Luis Obispo County. | |
| | | | | |
