Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Community Foundation of Orange do?

The Community Foundation of Orange is a local, non-profit organization established in 2000, dedicated to supporting community programs through financial and community partnerships.

Can’t government provide the necessary support?

Local government cannot meet all social and recreational needs of our community. By identifying unmet community needs, the Community Foundation of Orange responds to critical needs by establishing initiatives and adopting projects that support families, build community, and promote healthy lifestyles for children and at-risk youth.

How does the Community Foundation of Orange function?

The Community Foundation of Orange is comprised of a volunteer Board of Directors representative of a variety of community interests, experience, and backgrounds with a passion for improving the lives of others by sharing their gifts and talents.

How does the Community Foundation of Orange raise money?

Funding is obtained through individual donations and memberships in the Friends of the Foundation, corporate sponsorship, matching fund campaigns, endowments and partnership with other agencies.

What has the Community Foundation of Orange done so far?

The Community Foundation of Orange has primarily focused on new and enhanced programs, increased participation, and new and improved facilities.

2000 - 2004

Community and City supportive efforts include: Dash for Dare, 3rd of July Celebration, Orange Cares for Children, Orange Track & Field Championships, and Treats in the Streets.

2001-2002

The Community Foundation of Orange has served as a facilitator for a highly successful fund-raising effort to upgrade soccer for local youth at Santiago Middle School.

2003-2006

Today the Community Foundation of Orange is raising money to build a Sports Center at Grijalva Park. The proposed multi-purpose Sports Center will be 20,000 square feet in size. Current plans include an indoor gymnasium (for basketball, volleyball, wrestling), exercise room, dance class studio, a girls team room, a boys team room, two halls of fame, a meeting room, an outdoor Rose Garden Terrace and more. The estimated cost to build and outfit the Center is $4 million.

2004

Recently the Community Foundation of Orange joined the Orange Unified School District to help raise funds to maximize improvements at Fred Kelly Stadium so that more youth can get involved in athletic programs.

What plans does the Community Foundation of Orange have for the future?

Future projects under consideration include scholarships, senior facilities, after school programs, community events, charitable giving partnerships and additional recreational facilities.