Community Campaign Goal Exceeded!

by Shelley 25. March 2009 23:00

I would like to thank all those that participated in our See the Need, Seed the Change community campaign over the past month. Due to many generous contributions both large and small, I’m delighted to report that we not only met but exceeded our goal by raising a total of $270,000 as of today, with new contributions continuing to arrive each day! More...

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Only $30,000 to Go to Reach Our Goal!

by Shelley 16. March 2009 21:56

With only 5 days remaining in our 30-day community match campaign, I'm 
delighted to share that we have received commitments of nearly $220,000 toward our $250,000 goal - that’s nearly 90% achieved!

I have been so touched by the donations we have received in support of this effort thus far. Since my last post, we have received contributions from every corner of our community, ranging from a 6th grade boy who is collecting coins from his friends and an elderly person (probably living near the poverty level herself) who sent a check for $5, to the very generous contributions of OCCF donors and partners with gifts as large as $30,000.  More...

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Community Campaign Off and Running!

by Shelley 6. March 2009 19:00

Our 30-day community match campaign, See the Need, Seed the Change, is now in full swing, and I am delighted to report that we have received commitments for the first $50,000 toward our $250,000 goal!  Our hearts have been truly warmed by the generous response we are receiving, and we have been moved to see contributions coming from across so many sectors of our community, with gifts ranging from $5 to $10,000 - each giving according to their ability. More...

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Shelley Shares is a blog on current trends and happenings in Orange County’s philanthropic community. Shelley Hoss, president of the Orange County Community Foundation, gives readers an inside look at the challenges and opportunities at the helm of a $100+ million foundation, reflections on real community needs, and amazing examples of her work with local philanthropists, business leaders and community advocates. All feedback and commentary are welcome.

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