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Align your passion with purpose and make
a meaningful impact in Ventura County.

Bridge social gaps

Unite communities

Make life better for many

Find your purpose
Whatever drives you to make a difference, there are lots of ways to do it.
Read on for more information, resources, and guidance.
By giving through your community foundation, you are getting:
Tackle social issues
Start a fund to address problems like climate change, animal welfare or disaster relief.
Give back to others
Support people in our community through various initiatives and help make their lives better.
Gain inner satisfaction
Enjoy the unparalleled feeling that comes from knowing you’ve put smiles on faces.
Donor FAQ
YES! Therefore any donation to VCCF or a VCCF fund is a charitable donation under the Tax ID 77-0165029.
Isabella Project - Early childhood education
In Ventura County, over 22,000 children are between ages 3...
Initiatives
Initiatives
Isabella Project - Early childhood education
In Ventura County, over 22,000 children are between ages 3...
Initiatives
Establish your fund with VCCF
Discuss your ideas, discover your options and receive expert guidance through each step of the process.
It’s simple
Creating a fund is easier than you think. It’s not as expensive or time-consuming as forming a private foundation either.
It’s flexible
Gift assets of any kind to address a charitable purpose. Make grants to a variety of organizations and add to funds at any time.
It’s impactful
Work with us to understand community needs and direct your donations to areas that need it most.
Create a lasting legacy!
Your donations will change lives in Ventura County now and in the future.
Shape your charitable story. Invest in what you love.
The Merewether community fund
Loretta and Mike Merewether are active philanthropists in Ventura County. The Merewether Community Fund at VCCF supports nonprofit organizations working to build affordable housing. This project was developed through the Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation (CEDC).




"This community has been our home for many years and has been good to us. Our children and grandchildren all live in this area. We created this fund to further affordable housing development, to support the arts, and to enhance the physical and mental wellbeing of people in our community. The fund is flexible in helping us with our estate plans and we love being able to see the results of our giving while we are still alive to be part of it."
Mike Merewether
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Virtual Lunch & Learns
for VCCF donors, board members, nonprofit community, and everyone in Ventura County
Register by using the links below or view recordings and presentations from past sessions by using the links below or at https://vimeo.com/vccf
Date/time | Nonprofit highlights/issue area | VCCF update | Meeting materials |
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February 13, 2025 12:00 pm | Theatre in Ventura County with New Art City Theatre | Trusted Messenger Network Update - TBA | Register |
January 16, 2025 12:00 pm | Addressing Mental Health in Ventura County w/ Teens4Teens Help & Rescue Mission Alliance/Lighthouse | Trusted Messenger Network Update – Mental Health | View Recording |
December 5, 2024 12:00 pm | Economic Outlook & Investments w/ Canterbury Consulting | VCCF Portfolio Performance | View Recording |
Quarterly workshops
for all VCCF donor-clients
Register or view presentations by using the links in the calendar below
Date/time | Nonprofit highlights/issue area | Meeting materials |
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March 3, 2022 1:30 pm | Transfer of Wealth in Ventura County | View Recording |
July 21, 2022 1:30 pm | Transfer of Wealth in Ventura County, Part II | View Recording |
January 13, 2022 1:00 pm | Nonprofit Financial Analysis | View Recording |
Driven by a desire for change

Driven by a desire for change

Driven by a desire for change
“Seeing the difference a small amount of money can make is really humbling. Wonderful!”
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