Community Foundation for Monterey County

The Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) inspires philanthropy and is a catalyst for strengthening communities throughout Monterey County.

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Congratulations Esther Figueroa who has been promoted to Director of Scholarships and Grants at the @cfmco! Esther's dedication to stewarding donors' intent and making our scholarship opportunities easy for students to access and complete will continue to make meaningful impact.

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@cfmco and the CNE send our partners at Salinas Regional Sports Authority, Everyone’s Harvest and Elkhorn Slough Foundation congratulations on their recognition as 2026 Nonprofit of the Year in their districts. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in our communities!

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SIEDI is working to build a more just and thriving economy. At the May convening, we focused on building a practical understanding of what Community Benefits Agreements are, how they work and what they could mean for the Salinas Valley. Learn more: https://t.co/TwPFNjmEM5

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Congratulations to Maria Hauman, who has been promoted to Senior Director of Operations at the @cfmco. Maria’s ability to streamline and enhance CFMC’s technology and processes supports the organization’s commitment to continuous improvement. Congratulations, Maria! 👏

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Congratulations to Daniel Faith who was promoted to Senior Director of Finance at the @cfmco. 🎉 Daniel's experience, expertise, role in Community Impact Investments and dedication to organizational excellence help further our vision of "healthy, safe, vibrant communities."

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💐 Thank you to all who supported today's @cfmco Women’s Fund Luncheon, Standing Strong for Women & Girls. Together, you helped raise $120,000 (and counting!) to support scholarships and life-changing programs for local women and girls. ✨ 🧡
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We're so excited for the 19th Annual Women's Fund Luncheon and grateful for another sold out year. A heartfelt thank you to all of our incredible sponsors for investing in women and girls in our community! Together, we are turning generosity into impact. 👏🧡✨

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Congratulations to Janet Shing! Janet has been named Vice President of Community Impact @cfmco. With more than two decades of service at the CFMC, her knowledge of the nonprofit community and grantmaking expertise are exceptional. Congratulations, Janet! 👏

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The 4/24 MCBC Gala honored community leaders. “I was honored to receive the Community Impact award from the Monterey County Business Council. It’s humbling to receive individual recognition made possible through the donors, board and staff at the CFMC.” - Dan Baldwin @cfmco

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The @cfmco celebrates the exceptional career of Laurel Lee-Alexander, VP of Community Impact and congratulates her on her retirement. We honor Laurel’s contributions, leadership and commitment to our community, building a stronger, more vibrant and equitable Monterey County. 💐

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Thanks to @cfmco fund holders Sal and Ada Lucido's vision, the beautiful Rancho Dos Arroyos will continue to serve a greater purpose, supporting charitable organizations and sustaining the property through a planned gift. We are honored to help carry this legacy forward.

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🌟 We hope you can join us for an inspiring afternoon at the Annual @cfmco Women's Fund Luncheon “Standing Strong for Women and Girls” on May 8th! https://t.co/wMu7sXw5mt 📷 Don't miss out! Ticket sales close 4/27.

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Thank you to the Arts Council for Monterey County for inviting @cfmco President/CEO Dan Baldwin to present Roberta "Bertie" Elliott with the 2026 Champions of the Arts Lifetime Achievement Award. Congratulations Bertie. Mahalo! 💐

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📢The Siembra Latinos Fund of the @cfmco proudly announces that nominations are open for the 2026 https://t.co/6YvfGELIlE!

Nominations are due 6/5/26 and the award will be presented at the annual Siembra Latinos Fund Celebration on 9/12/26. 🧡

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"Monterey County feels like community, and I always knew that I wanted to be back," shared current LEAD Institute participant Cindy Aguilar-Castañeda, Director of Programs and Operations at Palenke Arts. Read about her leadership journey in the @mcweekly: https://t.co/SZdNjWOj53

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💐💐 A heartfelt thank you to our Diamond Sponsors for the @cfmco Women's Fund Luncheon 5/8: Tonya Antle/Carmel Woman's Club, Kevin Ann Cartwright, Leavy-Galvin-Knight Family Foundation, Taylor Farms and The Eden8 Foundation & of our sponsors. Join us! https://t.co/wMu7sXvxwV

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Please join us in welcoming Philanthropic Services Officer, Max Gomez to the @cfmco. Fun Fact: Max interned with the CFMC's Center for Nonprofit Excellence while earning his MA/MPA at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey. Welcome (back) Max! 🎉🎉🎉

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🌟 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team 🌟The @cfmco is looking for a part-time Human Resources Manager to help support our vision of healthy, safe, vibrant communities. Learn more and apply: https://t.co/YWFdXhfFDh

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Join CNE's ED Breakfast Roundtable to reconnect with leadership values and return to your work with clarity and purpose. Facilitated by Sarah Cohen, the theme for the series is The Leadership Reset: Navigating Priorities, Capacity and Impact. Visit https://t.co/QPzMFNGSll

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@Community Foundation for Monterey Countyu President/CEO Dan Baldwin was honored to receive the Community Impact award from the Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce on March 14, 2026. Congratulations Dan and to all the honorees!