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Community Advisors Network |
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Since 2001, the Foundation, through its Planned Giving Center, has sponsored the Community Advisors Network (CAN).
CAN is a 'giving circle' that brings together professional advisors from Santa Cruz County to learn about community needs and to choose local organizations to receive awards from their pooled funds.
Each member of CAN contributes a minimum of $500 to a grantmaking pool, which is then allocated to one or more local organizations after a facilitated proposal review and decision-making process.
In 2006, CAN awarded two grants of $10,000 each to Western Service Workers Association and to Santa Cruz Community Ventures for its ChildCare Ventures Business Alliance Project.
By experiencing the grantmaking process, with like-minded professionals, advisors gain a greater understanding of how they and their clients can take an active role in charitable giving.
"Our financial contributions had a positive impact on the community. By participating in CAN, I became more aware of the nonprofits in our community and the Foundation's resources available to guide professionals and their clients."
Cristy L. Duggan, CPA and past CAN member |
Who are CAN members?
Members include attorneys, CPAs, investment, and real estate advisors who care about our community and want to learn more about philanthropy in a way that elevates professionalism and creates opportunities for networking.
How much is a CAN member's contribution?
Each member contributes a minimum of $500 to the CAN grantmaking pool. The pool is then allocated to one or more local organizations after a facilitated proposal review and decision-making process.
How do I become a member?
The process is easy! Complete and return the application form or e-mail Randy Balogh, Philanthropic Services Director or call him at (831) 477-0800 ext. 202 for more information.
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