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# Ventura County Community Foundation

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## Posts
- [Affordability is the foundation of a dignified life | Your Turn](https://vccf.org/affordability-is-the-foundation-of-a-dignified-life-your-turn/): This opinion piece was originally published in the Ventura County Star.
- [VCCF Scholarships Surpass $2 Million Milestone](https://vccf.org/vccf-scholarships-surpass-2-million-milestone/): This article was originally published by the Ventura Breeze.
- [Power of Purpose – September 2026](https://vccf.org/power-of-purpose-september-2026/): Dear Ventura County Community Foundation family,
- [Hitting a Milestone](https://vccf.org/hitting-a-milestone/): This article was originally published by the Pacific Coast Business Times.
- [VCCF Scholarship season surpasses $2M milestone in awards](https://vccf.org/vccf-scholarship-season-surpasses-2m-milestone-in-awards/): This article was originally published in the Santa Paula Times.
- [Clean Power Alliance Invites Applications for 2026-27 Community Benefits Grant](https://vccf.org/clean-power-alliance-invites-applications-for-2026-27-community-benefits-grant/): This press release was originally published by the California Community Choice Association. Read the full article on their website.
- [VCCF Scholarship Season Surpasses $2 Million Milestone in Awards](https://vccf.org/vccf-scholarship-season-surpasses-2-million-milestone-in-awards/): Camarillo, CA 9/3/26 — The Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarship Program has awarded $2,009,312 to students across the county for the 2026 season, exceeding the nonprofit’s past scholarship grantmaking record.
- [They own their homes; others own the ground beneath them | Your Turn](https://vccf.org/they-own-their-homes-others-own-the-ground-beneath-them-your-turn/): This opinion piece was originally published by the Ventura County Star.
- [Turning Environmental Care Into Careers in Conservation](https://vccf.org/turning-environmental-care-into-careers-in-conservation/): This article was originally published on Energized by Edison. Read the full article on their website.
- [Power of Purpose – July 2026](https://vccf.org/power-of-purpose-july-2026/): Dear Ventura County Community Foundation Family,
- [League of Women Voters of Ventura County – 2026 ANNUAL MEETING RECAP: Celebrating our Accomplishments and Looking Ahead](https://vccf.org/league-of-women-voters-of-ventura-county-2026-annual-meeting-recap-celebrating-our-accomplishments-and-looking-ahead/): This was originally published on the League of Women Voters of Ventura County's website.
- [DPN Visits Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clara Valley](https://vccf.org/dpn-visits-boys-girls-club-of-santa-clara-valley/): The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clara Valley invited VCCF to visit their Santa Paula club and discuss the exciting expansions to their Middle School Mentor Program. There, we spoke with CEO Pearl Galvan to learn more about the program, the successes they’ve seen so far and the road ahead as they expand this program within the Santa Paula Unified School District.
- [VCCF Improves Lives Across Ventura County](https://vccf.org/vccf-improves-lives-across-ventura-county/): This article was originally published by the Ventura Breeze.
- [$363,000 Awarded at 2026 Fillmore High Senior Night](https://vccf.org/363000-awarded-at-2026-fillmore-high-senior-night/): This article was originally published by the Fillmore Gazette. Read the full article on their website.
- [Power of Purpose – June 2026](https://vccf.org/power-of-purpose-june-2026/): Dear Ventura County Community Foundation Family,
- [Celebrating VCCF’s 2026 Scholarship Students!](https://vccf.org/celebrating-vccfs-2026-scholarship-students/): Happy summer from the VCCF Scholarship Program!
- [Ventura County ages as housing costs push younger residents out, report finds](https://vccf.org/ventura-county-ages-as-housing-costs-push-younger-residents-out-report-finds/): This article was originally published by the Simi Valley Acorn. Read the full article on their website.
- [2026 Scholarship Gratitude Gallery](https://vccf.org/2026-scholarship-gratitude-gallery/): Students across Ventura County have accepted awards from the VCCF Scholarship Program for our 2026 season, lifting up 440 students to achieve their academic dreams. These students would like to say thank you to our donors and volunteer readers who made this possible, and share a bit about their lives and hopes for the future…
- [Chamber of Commerce’s 64th annual ‘Best of Santa Paula’ award winners lauded](https://vccf.org/chamber-of-commerces-64th-annual-best-of-santa-paula-award-winners-lauded/): This article was originally published by the Santa Paula Times. This is an abbreviated version of their article from their June 3, 2026 issue.
- [New Kid on the block](https://vccf.org/new-kid-on-the-block/): This article was originally published by the Pacific Coast Business Times. Visit their website to read the full article.
- [Power of Purpose – May 2026](https://vccf.org/power-of-purpose-may-2026/): Dear VCCF Community,I heard the soft, breezy music the moment I made it through airport security. It only sounded breezy on the surface.
- [Get to Know Your Local Nonprofits: Ventura Land Trust](https://vccf.org/get-to-know-our-local-nonprofits-ventura-land-trust/): In the next episode of our new video series, hear from Melissa Baffa, Executive Director of Ventura Land Trust, as she details the vital work taking place and how these efforts to protect 4,000 acres of land in Ventura County impacts everything and everyone around us.
- [VCCF Grantees Spotlight, Speaking with Five Local Nonprofits](https://vccf.org/vccf-grantees-spotlight-speaking-with-five-local-nonprofits/): Last year, thanks to your generosity, VCCF granted out over $15 million to partners doing critical work across various sectors, including the incredible organizations featured in this Grantees Spotlight video. Because of you, meaningful change is happening right here in our community, touching the lives of our neighbors every day.
- [Meet Brando Pozzi, VCCF Board Treasurer](https://vccf.org/meet-brando-pozzi-vccf-board-treasurer/): Meet Brando Pozzi, treasurer of the VCCF Board of Directors, and learn what VCCF means to him, as well as his family’s enduring legacy and contributions in the region. In this candid conversation, Brando speaks about his connection with Ventura County, and the enthusiasm he holds for the initiatives that VCCF and our partner organizations are jointly advancing.
- [New domestic violence shelter opens in Ventura County](https://vccf.org/new-domestic-violence-shelter-opens-in-ventura-county/): This article was originally published by Spectrum News. Read the full article and watch the news clip here.
- [Meet the Environmental Workforce Collaborative](https://vccf.org/meet-the-environmental-workforce-collaborative/): by Finley West
- [Isabella Project Steering Committee Meeting – Photo Gallery](https://vccf.org/isabella-project-steering-committee-meeting-photo-gallery/): On April 21, 2026, the Isabella Project Steering Committee gathered in Santa Paula for their first meeting of the year. Between the co-creation, community building, shared learning, captivating performances, and an opportunity to connect with one another, this was a truly treasured time.
- [Community support fund tops $1M](https://vccf.org/community-support-fund-tops-1m/): This was originally published by the VC Reporter as part of their "News In Brief: Week of April 16, 2026." Read the full article here.
- [Power of Purpose – April 2026](https://vccf.org/power-of-purpose-april-2026/): Dear Ventura County Community Foundation Family,
- [County support fund launched after immigration raids reaches $1M](https://vccf.org/county-support-fund-launched-after-immigration-raids-reaches-1m/): This article was originally published by the VC Star. Read the full article on their website.
- [Domestic Violence Shelter officially opens in Ventura](https://vccf.org/domestic-violence-shelter-officially-opens-in-ventura/): This article was originally published by the Ojai Valley News. Read the full article on their website.
- [Neighbors Support Fund passes $1M mark in grants for local nonprofits](https://vccf.org/neighbors-support-fund-passes-1m-mark-in-grants-for-local-nonprofits/): This article was written by the Ojai Valley News. Read the full article at their website.
- [Special celebration planned for 16th anniversary of Santa Paula Art Museum](https://vccf.org/special-celebration-planned-for-16th-anniversary-of-santa-paula-art-museum/): This article was originally published by the Santa Paula Times.
- [Ventura County Neighbors Support Coalition Grantmaking Total Exceeds $1 Million](https://vccf.org/ventura-county-neighbors-support-coalition-grantmaking-total-exceeds-1-million/): CAMARILLO, CA 4/6/2026 – The Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund announces its sixth round of grantmaking at $139,000 to 11 nonprofits supporting local families and individuals experiencing hardship and disruption. Established in July 2025, this humanitarian coalition of 32 partners convened by the Ventura County Community Foundation offers a coordinated, trusted way for residents to step up and support one another. In total, the coalition has granted out more than $1 million to date, and donations are still being accepted to support this ongoing work.
- [Vanessa Bechtel and Veronica Quintana Named Top 50 Women in Business 2026](https://vccf.org/vanessa-bechtel-and-veronica-quintana-named-top-50-women-in-business-2026/): Pacific Coast Business Times has nominated VCCF President & CEO Vanessa Bechtel and VCCF Board of Directors Treasurer Veronica Quintana for their 2026 Top 50 Women in Business list. The Business Times honors 50 of the region’s top women leaders in a number of private employer sectors, including finance, professional services, CRE, health care, technology and nonprofits. To read the full list, you can visit their website. Congratulations to all of the incredible leaders and our partners in the community who also received this recognition!
- [Power of Purpose – March 2026](https://vccf.org/power-of-purpose-march-2026/): Dear Ventura County Community Foundation Family,
- [Nearly 200 Non-Profits to Divide a Share of $1-Million in a Special Dividends Luncheon](https://vccf.org/nearly-200-non-profits-to-divide-a-share-of-1-million-in-a-special-dividends-luncheon-2/): SANTA BARBARA, CALIF. (KEYT) - Montecito Bank & Trust started off the Thanksgiving week with a contribution to 188 non-profits that will each share a portion of $1-million.
- [Get to Know Our Local Nonprofits – Museum of Ventura County](https://vccf.org/get-to-know-museum-of-ventura-county/): In the next video for our new video series, we'd like to introduce you to Elena Brokaw, CEO of the Museum of Ventura County. As the largest repository of our county's history, learn how their collection of over 100,000 pieces ranging from documents to farm equipment to art and more helps to both create connections in a polarizing environment, as well as to inspire hope for the future.
- [Donor Peer Network Visits Annenberg Wildlife Crossing](https://vccf.org/donor-peer-network-visits-annenberg-wildlife-crossing/): by Finley West
- [Vanessa Bechtel Named One of Most Influential People in Region](https://vccf.org/vanessa-bechtel-named-one-of-most-influential-people-in-region/): Vanessa Bechtel, President & CEO of the Ventura County Community Foundation, was recently named one of the Top 50 Most Influential People in the Region for 2026 by the Pacific Coast Business Times. Congratulations to Vanessa and all the other well-deserved nominees! We are so grateful to partner with so many of you on the important work we are doing to serve our community. You can read the full online issue by visiting their website.
- [Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund February Grantee Reception – “Stories of Impact” Photo Gallery and Videos](https://vccf.org/ventura-county-neighbors-support-fund-february-gallery/): On February 11, the Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund held a reception where grantee organizations were invited to share stories of impact with over 100 partners, grantees, and other community members. These stories helped illustrate the positive impact that the Neighbors Support Fund, its coalition partners and grantees, and its donors have had on the county since its inception.
- [Domestic Violence Shelter coming to Ventura’s Family Justice Center](https://vccf.org/domestic-violence-shelter-coming-to-venturas-family-justice-center/): This article was originally published by the Ojai Valley News. Read the full article on their website.
- [Domestic violence shelter to open in Ventura. Here’s what to know](https://vccf.org/domestic-violence-shelter-to-open-in-ventura-heres-what-to-know/): This article was originally published by the VC Star. Read the full article here.
- [Power of Purpose – January 2026](https://vccf.org/power-of-purpose-january-2026/): Dear Ventura County Community Foundation Family,
- [Get to Know Our Local Nonprofits – 805 UndocuFund (English & Spanish)](https://vccf.org/get-to-know-our-local-nonprofits-805-undocufund-english-spanish/): We are kicking off a new series of video interviews with nonprofit leaders in our community to share about their organizations' vital roles in our community. This month, hear from Primitiva Hernandez, Executive Director of 805 UndocuFund, to learn the history of the organization starting with the Thomas Fire in helping our undocumented neighbors receive disaster assistance, to today's community service and leadership to help ensure safety for all.
- [From Grants to Green Impact: How Community Benefit Grant Recipients Are Strengthening Local Sustainability](https://vccf.org/from-grants-to-green-impact-how-community-benefit-grant-recipients-are-strengthening-local-sustainability/): This article is from the Clean Power Alliance.
- [OurVentura TV: Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund](https://vccf.org/ourventura-tv-ventura-county-neighbors-support-fund/): Watch the interview on OurVentura TV.
- [Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund](https://vccf.org/ventura-county-neighbors-support-fund/): This interview was conducted by Our Ventura TV.
- [Clean Power Alliance and Calpine Energy Solutions Award Funding to 12 Nonprofits Driving Local Clean Energy and Sustainability Efforts](https://vccf.org/clean-power-alliance-and-calpine-energy-solutions-award-funding-to-12-nonprofits-driving-local-clean-energy-and-sustainability-efforts/): This press release was written by the Clean Power Alliance and published on Yahoo Finance.
- [Power of Purpose – December 2025](https://vccf.org/power-of-purpose-december-2025/): Dear Ventura County Community Foundation Family,

## Pages
- [Donate to the Don B. Medley Scholarship Fund](https://vccf.org/medley-fund/)
- [Donate to the TEACh Opportunity Scholarship Fund](https://vccf.org/donate/donate-to-the-teach-opportunity-scholarship-fund/)
- [Carmen Ramirez Legacy Scholarship Fund to Support Public Service](https://vccf.org/donate/carmen-ramirez-fund/)
- [Donate to the Steven D. Eddy Memorial Music Scholarship Fund](https://vccf.org/donate/eddy-fund/)
- [Join the Coalition – Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund](https://vccf.org/neighbors-support-fund/join-the-coalition/): Join the Coalition - Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund Funding Updates for Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund Name(Required) First Last Email(Required) OrganizationJob TitleAddress Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code CountryAfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands, BritishVirgin Islands, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands Country Δ
- [Neighbors Support Fund Sign-Up](https://vccf.org/neighbors-support-fund/neighbors-support-fund-sign-up/): Funding Updates for Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund Name(Required) First Last Email(Required) OrganizationJob TitleAddress Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code CountryAfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands, BritishVirgin Islands, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands Country Δ
- [Neighbors Support Fund](https://vccf.org/neighbors-support-fund/): Right now, Ventura County is experiencing a humanitarian crisis. Financial uncertainty and real hardship are impacting many families, small businesses, and frontline workers. In the face of this challenge, the Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund has emerged as a powerful community response.
- [Home page](https://vccf.org/): About VCCF
- [Get Involved](https://vccf.org/get-involved/): At the heart of Ventura County, every action you take ignites a ripple of positive change. Here at the Ventura County Community Foundation, we invite you to channel your passion into purposeful action that enriches our community. Discover how you can make a profound impact:
- [Grants](https://vccf.org/grants/): Nonprofit Services & Grants
- [Scholarships](https://vccf.org/scholarships/): Scholarships
- [VCCF Merchandise Store](https://vccf.org/store/): Wear your VCCF pride in style with our selection of branded merchandise, including t-shirts, jackets, hats, and more! We also have drinkware available, with more options coming soon. Take a look!
- [Donate to Support Disaster Relief](https://vccf.org/donate/donate-to-support-disaster-relief/): Every dollar you give helps weave the fabric of a more vibrant, resilient Ventura County. Your donation empowers Ventura County Community Foundation to address urgent needs, foster long-term growth, and see Ventura County communities thrive.
- [The Community Room](https://vccf.org/reserve-a-room/community-room/): The VCCF Nonprofit Center has three spaces available for rent: the Board Room, the Community Room, and a combined space.
- [Grant Resources](https://vccf.org/grant-resources/): VCCF is home to the Library for Nonprofit Research and Development with print publications, books, and periodicals on nonprofit management topics as well as the Foundation Directory Online database for grantseekers.
- [Start an Endowment Fund](https://vccf.org/grants/start-an-endowment-fund/): Contact us to schedule a consultation about endowments.
- [Research](https://vccf.org/research/): VCCF Research Projects Transfer of Wealth in Ventura County Download Report The Imperative for Creating Universal Early Childhood Education in Ventura County Download Report The Future of Caregiving for an Aging Population Download Report Incidence of Violence in Ventura County Download Report Isabella Project Santa Paula Roadmap for Access to High-Quality Early Care and Education Download Report
- [Past, Current, and Upcoming Grants](https://vccf.org/grants/past-current-and-upcoming-grants/): Access potential funding to advance your initiatives. See our open grant opportunities below.
- [Newsletter Sign-Up](https://vccf.org/media-news/email-newsletter-sign-up/): Note: Functional email addresses (such as those beginning with info@, grants@, hello@, etc.) may have trouble receiving emails from our mailing server.
- [Donate to Initiatives](https://vccf.org/initiatives/donate/): Every dollar you give helps weave the fabric of a more vibrant, resilient Ventura County. Your donation empowers the Ventura County Community Foundation to address urgent needs, foster long-term growth, and see Ventura County communities thrive.
- [Donate to a Fund](https://vccf.org/donate/donate-to-a-fund/): Every dollar you give helps weave the fabric of a more vibrant, resilient Ventura County. Your donation empowers Ventura County Community Foundation to address urgent needs, foster long-term growth, and see Ventura County communities thrive.
- [Mission Support](https://vccf.org/donate/mission-support/): Every dollar you give helps weave the fabric of a more vibrant, resilient Ventura County. Your donation empowers the Ventura County Community Foundation to address urgent needs, foster long-term growth, and see Ventura County communities thrive.
- [Community Events](https://vccf.org/events/community-events/): At the Ventura County Community Foundation, we believe in the power of unity and shared purpose. Our community events are more than just gatherings; they are a vibrant expression of our commitment to nurturing a thriving Ventura County.
- [Donor Peer Network](https://vccf.org/events/donor-peer-network/): In the heart of Ventura County, our Donor Peer Network thrives on the connections we build together. Born from heartfelt discussions and shared dreams, this network is a testament to the power of collective giving. Our donors yearned for deeper relationships, and we listened.
- [Donate to a Tribute Fund](https://vccf.org/donate/donate-to-a-tribute-fund/): Donate to Celebrate a Milestone, Express Gratitude, Salute Achievement, or Commemorate Life. Other Ways to Give Expand By Check: Payable to Ventura County Community Foundation. Please write the Fund Name in the memo line and mail to VCCF 4001 Mission Oaks Blvd. Suite A, Camarillo, CA 93012.
Other Gifts: We also accept gifts of stock, IRA distributions, and wires.  Please contact Bonnie Gilles, VCCF Vice President & Chief Financial and Operating Officer, at 805.330.6681, ext. 125 or email bgilles@vccf.org.
- [Virtual Lunch and Learns](https://vccf.org/events/virtual-lunch-and-learns/): Engaging Together for a Brighter Ventura County
- [Nonprofit Compliance](https://vccf.org/grants/nonprofit-compliance/): Upon receipt of a grant recommendation from a fund, VCCF conducts a due diligence check on the recipient organization. Every California nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization must annually register with the California Attorney General Office and maintain a "current" registration status, unless the organization is exempt. Out-of-state nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization must register with the California Attorney General Office if they are conducting business in California, i.e. soliciting donations, receiving gifts or other assets with financial value for charitable purposes.
- [Start a Fund with Ventura County Community Foundation](https://vccf.org/my-vccf-fund/start-a-fund/): Welcome to a community of change-makers!
- [Access my VCCF Fund](https://vccf.org/my-vccf-fund/access-my-fund/): View History
- [Board of Directors](https://vccf.org/about/board-of-directors/): The Ventura County Community Foundation Board of Directors understands that participating at the leadership level of a community foundation affords a special and unique opportunity to address the most serious challenges facing our community today, as well as shape the future for a better tomorrow.
- [Donor FAQs](https://vccf.org/donate/donor-faqs/): At the VCCF, we believe in the power of community. Every question you ask strengthens our mission to enhance the vibrancy and well-being of Ventura County. Whether you're considering a donation or are an existing donor, your inquiries pave the way for greater impact. Below, you'll find answers to some of the most common questions our donors ask.
- [Professional Advisor FAQs](https://vccf.org/donate/professional-advisor-faqs/): As a professional advisor, your recommendations can greatly impact your clients' philanthropic strategies. The Ventura County Community Foundation is not just a foundation; it's a community-centric organization deeply embedded in Ventura County since 1987. Recommending VCCF allows you to connect your clients with a trusted entity known for its transparency, compassion, and excellence in stewarding philanthropic resources. VCCF donors have granted over $250 million since 1987, directly impacting local nonprofits and aiding thousands of students through scholarships.
- [Initiatives](https://vccf.org/initiatives/): From environmental protection to educational programs, your support for VCCF's initiatives in Ventura County creates a thriving community for everyone. Explore how you can make a difference today!
- [Specific Fund](https://vccf.org/donate/specific-fund/): Begin your journey as a philanthropist within VCCF's communities, or contribute to an existing fund that resonates with your values. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things for Ventura County!
- [VCCF Nonprofit Partners looking for funding](https://vccf.org/my-vccf-fund/apply-for-funding/): VCCF Nonprofit Partners looking for funding: If this is your first time applying: Click register to create an account. Register Please allow 24 to 48 hours for set-up of new accounts. If you have an account: Click below to log in to view available grant applications. Log In
- [Contact VCCF Philanthropic Team](https://vccf.org/my-vccf-fund/fund-contact/): Begin your philanthropic journey by scheduling a no-obligation consultation appointment with Calleen Pardinas, Director of Philanthropic Services, via the contact form below:
- [Support Specific Funds and Initiatives](https://vccf.org/donate/support-specific-funds-and-initiatives/): Donate to VCCF Funds and
- [My VCCF Fund](https://vccf.org/my-vccf-fund/): VCCF Fundholders