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Ah, Spring, that welcome time of year when the days get longer, the weather warmer, and new life begins to form. It always fills me with hope and inspiration about the possibilities to come.
CCFC’s annual Supporter Luncheon fills me with the same inspiration. Held every March, this event invites our grant recipients to come speak about their organization and the work they are doing to support and enrich life for our children. They are an amazing group of hardworking, dedicated people. They all also need money to keep these programs going.
At our recent luncheon, several organizations mentioned having already received notice they are losing government funding they were counting on, others expressed
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expectations that the need for their services will be increasing.
CCFC is committed to doing all we can to help these groups. We are planning a fundraising event, All for the Kidz, for Saturday evening, October 4, at the San Luis Country Club. Mark your calendars if you would like to attend (further information will be sent out later), and please contact us at: ccfc93406@gmail.com if you would like to contribute. We are looking for silent and live auction items, as well as business underwriting opportunities.
We salute all donors to charitable causes. Philanthropy is the ultimate way to demonstrate good citizenship. Thank you in advance for considering donating to CCFC.
Cindi Powell
| | CCFC Would Love to Welcome You! | | |
We are pleased to extend a warm invitation to you to become a part of something truly special at CCFC! Imagine turning your compassion into meaningful action while connecting with a vibrant community of women who share a passion for making a difference in the lives of underserved children. So, why wait? Join us at a meeting or an event to see what we are all about. For more information contact:
Ann Berry-Gallegos
Berrygallegos@outlook.com
| | Representatives from most of the 39 organizations receiving grants from CCFC were in attendance and shared with CCFC members and their guests how their organizations planned to use the grant funds. | | |
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Central Coast Funds for Children
hosted its annual Supporter Luncheon recently at the San Luis Obispo Country Club.
Our dedicated members pour their hearts and souls into fundraising efforts, all with the noble aim of supporting children in need. It's a labor of love that culminates in a truly heartwarming experience each year: when we hear the personal stories from grant recipients about how our support has made a tangible difference in their lives. These anecdotes not only illuminate the impact of our work but also serve as a poignant reminder of why we do what we do. It's a high point that fills us with pride and gratitude, reinforcing our commitment to this vital cause.
In 2024, CCFC gave out a total of $107,500, the largest grant cycle in its 31-year history. Among the grant recipients providing essential and basic needs services were 5 Cities Homeless Coalition, El Camino Homeless Organization (ECHO),
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Atascadero Loaves and Fishes, The Link Family Resource Center,Food Bank of SLO County, Center for Family Strengthening, Pregnancy and Parenting Support, Lifeline Pregnancy Center, Child Development Resource Center.Assistance League, Hospice of SLO County, Transitions Mental Health, and Camp Fire Central Coast. Other organizations which support positive youth development include Affordable Housing Paso Robles, Big Brothers Big Sisters of SLO County, South County Youth Coalition, First Tee Central Coast, Paso Robles Youth Center, SLO County YMCA, and Boys and Girls Club of Mid Central Coast, and One Cool Earth. Organizations offering experiences in the arts included Clark Center for the Performing Arts, Infinite Music, Orchestra Novo, Reprise Foundation for the Arts, SLO Symphony, SLO Wind Orchestra, SLO Botanical Garden, and Coastal Performing Arts Foundation.
Since 1994, CCFC has awarded grants totaling $2,174,665.
| | An inspiring gathering, where members, trustees, guests, and supporters come together to listen the personal stories of grant recipients. | | Michael Nowak and Trustee, Patti Hempenius. | | The Supporter Luncheon fosters a spirit of collaboration that motivates all attendees to continue making a difference in the lives of children in need. | | |
Grant Awarded to
Assistance League
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Members of CCFC proudly bestowed a grant award to the dedicated members of the Assistance League. Funds will support Operation School Bell. Pictured left to right Joanne Rogoff, Christy Palmer, Cindi Powell, Charlene Ables, Bonnie Long, and Cindy Cantrell.
| | CCFC Grants Foster Innovative Projects | | Brian Alhadef from SLO Opera, stated that his mission is to get more and more children tangibly involved in meaningful music year after year. CCFC grants have helped to support Art Safari,, YouTube videos utilized by the SLO County Office of Education and Opera SLO Mobile, also available on YouTube. | | Janine Stillman, executive director of the SLO Botanical Gardens, unveiled the exciting details of their Family Free Days, a monthly celebration where families can immerse themselves in the wonders of nature and science, all while enjoying a delightful array of arts and crafts, all taking place in the gardens. | | Ann McDowell representing SLO County Womenade, shared how this network of all volunteers, donates items, time, and money to meet essential needs. All funds collected go directly to support those in crisis. In addition to delivering 150 bags of food per week to students in the Lucia Mar Unified School District, Womenade also sponsors drives for items to be dispensed to the community such as hygiene items, books, teacher supplies, and food for the holidays. | | Thank you to our guest speakers for inspiring us with personal anecdotes about those who have been touched by both our organizations. Your talks resonate deeply with everyone in the room, providing a sense of fulfillment and pride for our members who work tirelessly to raise as much money as we can. | | CCFC Donors and Supporters 2025 | | |
Committed $500+
Debra Wacker
Pete & Patty Pepper
National Christian Foundation
Stephen & Phyllis Dorsi
Compassionate $300 - $499
Gerry Johnson
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Faithful $100 - $299
Joanne & Jules Rogoff
Marlene Peter
Ann Namyst
Caring $35 - $99
Emilia Simoes
Give Lively Foundation
Helen Anderson
Business Donors
Trader Joe's
Costco
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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. | | | | | | | |
