Steve and Barbara Brooks: Honoring Neighbors
Did you know that you can donate real estate or complex assets to the Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) to benefit your favorite causes? The story below illustrates how […]
Monterey County Fire Relief Fund Created
The Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) has created the Monterey County Fire Relief Fund to assist communities affected by the three fires burning in Monterey County. The River Fire […]
Lydia Villarreal Honored as 2019 Distinguished Trustee
Judge Lydia Villarreal’s vast impact on Monterey County was celebrated Wednesday, October 30, 2019 when she was honored with the 2019 Distinguished Trustee Award by the Community Foundation for […]
Monterey County Fire Relief Fund Grants $165,165
The River, Carmel and Dolan fires that broke out in Monterey County beginning August 16 caused the loss of more than 120 structures so far and thousands of evacuations. The […]
Philanthropy Celebrated
The annual Celebration of Philanthropy of the Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) thanks those who support and partner with the CFMC to invest in healthy, safe, vibrant communities. The […]
CFMC Awards More Than $3 Million in COVID-19 Grants
COVID-19 had an unprecedented impact on the lives of Monterey County residents. After launching March 16, 2020, the COVID-19 Relief Fund of the Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) provided […]
Charles de Guigné Pebble Beach Estate Gift Creates $18 Million Charitable Legacy
Record Gift to Community Foundation for Monterey County Creates Endowment to Benefit SPCA for Monterey County and Montage Health Foundation When Charles de Guigné passed away he left his beloved […]
Stories of Legacy Giving
Many individuals and families have entrusted the Community Foundation for Monterey (CFMC) to carry out their charitable wishes. Here you’ll find stories of people whose generosity will leave a lasting […]
About the CFMC – Did You Know?
In this blog we address frequently asked questions and misconceptions about the Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC). Do you have a question? Give us a call at 831.375.9712 or […]
Paying it Forward: Judy Guzman Krueger
Judy Guzman Krueger believes those who have achieved have an obligation to reach back and help others. Her parents exemplified this principal. Her father Gilbert, born in CA to immigrant […]