2012 Foundation Games

STUDIO ORANGE ANNOUNCES LOGO DESIGN COMPETITION

20 December 2010 – ORANGE, CA – Studio Orange, a Community Foundation of Orange (CFO) program, invites local artists to enter its logo design contest. Studio Orange is CFO’s newest addition, an arts program developed to support the budding performing and visual artists in the Greater Orange Community who have limited or no exposure to the arts or music.
The logo design competition is open to anyone who lives or works in the city of Orange or Villa Park, or who attends school (public, private, parochial, home school, or college) within the boundaries of the OUSD. Entries are due by 5pm on January 21st. The winner will receive a $100 grand prize and two tickets to the Community Foundation of Orange’s annual gala on March 4, 2011 where the formal announcement of the winner will be made. The winning design will become the official logo for the Studio Orange program.
The goal of the competition is to give local artists the opportunity to create a logo that reflects the goal of Studio Orange, which is to build appreciation, participation and support for the Arts in the Greater Orange Community. Studio Orange meets this goal in two ways: providing necessary funding and developing new programs.

Application/creative brief is available by emailing info@communityfoundationoforange.org

The Community Foundation of Orange is an independent non-profit organization leading a passionate, unified effort to preserve and enhance our sense of community through financial and community partnerships.

For more information about this contest please call Sandra Brown at 714.921.3128.

LARGEST QUALIFYING TRACK & FIELD EVENT IN THE STATE TO DRAW YOUNG COMPETITORS.

ORANGE, CA, APRIL 6, 2010—On April 16th and 17th, the Community Foundation of Orange (CFO) will host the Foundation Games, the largest qualifying junior track and field event in the state, beginning at 5 pm on Friday and 8 am on Saturday at Fred Kelly Stadium in Orange.

Participation in this Southern California Municipal Athletic Federation (SCMAF) qualifying meet is open, free of charge, to elementary and middle school children born between 1995 and 2003 who reside or attend school in the Orange Unified School District. Home school, private, parochial and public school students are included. This event is sanctioned by USA Track & Field.

“The Foundation Games, in its fifth year, was started in order to serve the children and their families in our community by bringing them a day of friendly competition.  We have over 1700 kids participating in this free event, made possible through our presenting sponsor CR&R Waste Recycling Services. Without their financial support and the support of other local businesses such as St. Joseph Hospital, Southern California Edison, Santiago Canyon College and RiseUp Foundation, we would not be able to make this event happen,” states Sandra Brown, Foundation Games Committee Chair.  “We have nearly 300 volunteers working to make this event happen.”

In addition to various races and field events, the Foundation Games will also feature a firefighter, police and military relay and a parents relay honoring the late Orange resident Stan Roach for his dedication to the community

Students who meet the qualifications can register to participate in the Foundation Games until March 15.  Contact the Foundation at (714) 288-9909, or visit www.communityfoundationoforange.org.

As part of the Foundation’s mission to enhance our sense of community, sponsorship and volunteer opportunities are available for both individuals and businesses. The entire community is invited to attend this event free of charge.

Through the care and development of programs that meet a wide range of community needs, support families, build community, and promote healthy lifestyles for children, the Community Foundation of Orange is dedicated to improving Greater Orange.  California Kids was one of the first groups to benefit from the efforts of CFO by receiving medical insurance coverage for financially disadvantaged children. The scholarship programs and community events underwritten by the Community Foundation of Orange, an independent non-profit organization, impact thousands of kids daily.

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GENEROUS TO GATHER AT BLACK & WHITE & ORANGE ALL OVER

13 March 2007 – Orange, CA – Generous to Gather at Black & White & Orange All Over, Sisters of St. Joseph to be honored

ORANGE, CA, MARCH 13, 2007—On March 24, the Community Foundation of Orange will hold their signature gala, Black & White & Orange All Over (BWO), at the Grove in Anaheim to celebrate dedication to the community and to raise funds for their ongoing community enhancement programs.

Each year, the Foundation honors a community group or individual who has significantly enhanced the quality of life in the Greater Orange Community. This year, they will pay tribute to the Sisters of St. Joseph for their devotion to the community through social justice, education, healthcare and social services. “We chose to honor the Sisters because they represent the ideal values for our community: hope, compassion and perseverance,” says Foundation President, Tim Paone.

The Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange was founded in 1912. In this community, these contemporary Sisters continue to bring about their mission of unity for all. Formed in 17th Century France, the convent survived the French Revolution and expanded throughout the world, creating a network of caring for the sick, the orphans, women and children at risk.

The BWO event will feature a gourmet dinner and live entertainment as well as live and silent auctions. The entire community is invited to attend BWO through the purchase of a seat or table. Opportunities for sponsorship along with tribute ads for the event program are also being offered by the Foundation. Purchases or donations may be made through the Foundation office.

Throughout the years, a spirit of generosity and compassion has enriched the Greater Orange Community as vibrant businesses and individuals contribute to support the Community Foundation of Orange. By way of the support and development of programs such as KidsPlay, the Hobbs Community Scholarship/Grant Program and the Foundation Games that meet a wide range of community needs, support families, build community and promote healthy lifestyles for children, the Community Foundation of Orange is dedicated to improving Greater Orange.

The Community Foundation of Orange is an independent non-profit organization leading a passionate, unified effort to preserve and enhance our sense of community through financial and community

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ADDS NEW BOARD MEMBERS

01 March 2007 – Orange, CA – COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ORANGE
Cunningham, Lorman, Jr. and Olivier new board members
Blanc elected Secretary

ORANGE, CA, MARCH 1, 2007—

Gina Cunningham
Born and raised in the City of Orange, Gina Cunningham is a second generation resident of Old Towne Orange. She was recently appointed by the Orange City Council to serve as a member of the Community Development Block Grant Committee. Cunningham began her career in the engineering and architecture department in 1987 at Taco Bell Corporation and in 1997 dedicated herself to HomeAid, a non-profit organization started by the Building Industry Association with the mission of building and renovating shelters for the homeless. Cunningham is now serving as their Director of Development and has been responsible for raising over $10 million dollars for the organization. She is also a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Jim Lorman, Jr.
As Senior Vice President of Operations, Jim Lorman, Jr. has been associated with The Irvine Company and Irvine Community Development Company since 1984. Before joining The Irvine Company, he was employed by the City of Newport Beach, as well as the State of New York and served in the US Navy Seabees. Lorman, Jr. is currently a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and of Rotary International in Orange. He is a licensed Professional Engineer and General Engineering Contractor in California.

John Olivier
Since its founding in 1992, John Olivier has been affiliated with Fuscoe Engineering, Inc. and has been an Orange resident since 1988. Olivier is a licensed Professional Engineer and is currently the Regional President of Fuscoe. He received his B.S. in Civil Engineering from UCI and has become involved with HomeAid, Second Harvest Food Bank and the Boy Scouts of America through his work at Fuscoe. Olivier enjoys coaching OJSC youth soccer, as well as NJB youth basketball and has a passion for sports and the outdoors.

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Lisa Blanc
Lisa Blanc is a full-service real estate professional at Ricci Realty and has been providing high quality real estate services for many years. She currently serves as the Vice Chair of the City of Orange Park Planning and Development Commission and was originally a liaison between the Parks Commission and the Foundation. As a life long resident of the City of Orange, Blanc has always had a passion for giving back to her hometown community. She believed so much in the mission of the Community Foundation of Orange that she chose to become an active board member. Her interest is in supporting causes and events that make a positive change in the lives of children and local families. She is currently involved with the YWCA and is the co-founder of Treats in the Streets, an annual event drawing about 10,000 children to downtown Orange. As Co-Chair of the upcoming Foundation Games Committee, Blanc is looking forward to the SCMAF qualifying track meet on April 28.

The Community Foundation of Orange, an independent non-profit organization, leads a passionate, unified effort to preserve and enhance our sense of community through financial and community partnerships.

ROGER HOBBS NAMED CITIZEN OF THE YEAR IN ORANGE

07 February 2007 – Orange, CA – ORANGE, CA, FEB. 7, 2007—Roger Hobbs, Chairman of the Community Foundation of Orange, was named Citizen of the Year by the Orange City of Commerce & Visitor Bureau on Feb. 1, 2007 at a ceremony held at the Doubletree Hotel in Orange. Hobbs was awarded for his dedication and voluntary service to the community.

Hobbs is President and CEO of R.C. Hobbs Company, a prominent real estate development firm in Orange and Riverside Counties. His great passion for the community stems from being a long-time resident and third-generation native of Orange. As Chairman of the Community Foundation of Orange, Hobbs provides steady leadership while generously funding and volunteering for various community projects. The Grijalva Park Gymnasium and Sports Center, renovation of Fred Kelly Stadium, and a memorial honoring our community’s firefighters have all been beneficiaries of his philanthropy. In addition, he funds the Hobbs Community Scholarship, which allows students at Santiago Canyon College with financial need to continue their education at Chapman University.

Also on the Board of Trustees at Chapman University and serving on the Board of Directors of the Orange County Business Council as Chair of its Workforce Housing Committee, Hobbs is set apart from other philanthropists. “Roger volunteers his time, talent and treasure,” says Tim Paone, President of the Community Foundation of Orange. “It is only a rare few who are willing to give all three.”

Each year the Citizen of the Year award is given to a noted leader in the community who lives, works or provides service in the city of Orange and who offers “significant contribution to community programs and fellow citizens.” Through the support and development of programs that meet a wide range of community needs, support families, build community and promote healthy lifestyles for children, the Community Foundation of Orange is dedicated to improving Greater Orange.

The Community Foundation of Orange leads a passionate, unified effort to preserve and enhance our sense of community.

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ORANGE CONSTRUCTS A UNIQUE HOLIDAY GIFT

27 November 2006 – Orange, CA – ORANGE, CA, November 27, 2006—The Community Foundation of Orange invites the public to leave a lasting impression this holiday season by giving a custom-inscribed brick that will complete the walkway to the new Grijalva Park Gymnasium and Sports Center in Orange, California.

Bricks of various sizes are etched with the donor’s family or business name of choice. Not only can businesses and families benefit from this gift, but a child will also have great excitement upon walking up to the Sports Center and seeing his/her name etched in a brick on the walkway. Bricks start at $100 for a two-line etching on a six-by-twelve inch brick and are $200 for a four-line etching on a twelve-by-twelve inch brick. To embrace this project and make a tax-deductible contribution, call (714) 288-9909 or visit www.communityfoundationoforange.org for more information.

Beginning with a $500,000 matching challenge grant from Roger and Kathy Hobbs and enhanced by a $1 million grant from the County of Orange, the Community Foundation of Orange committed to their partnership with the City of Orange to raise funds totaling $4 million toward the construction of this much-needed facility. As part of their on-going capital campaign, the Foundation is pleased to offer special recognition to community members who would like to donate through the purchase of a brick.

This 25,500 square-foot gymnasium/ sports center will feature an indoor gym, exercise and dance class studio, a hall of fame, arts and crafts room and much more.

The Community Foundation of Orange is an independent non-profit organization leading a passionate, unified effort to preserve and enhance our sense of community through financial and community partnerships.

For more information about this unique gift giving opportunity or about the Grijalva Park project, please call Sandra Brown Communications at 714.921.3128.

PANCAKES FOR PLAYTIME-FOURTH OF JULY PANCAKE BREAKFAST TO BENEFIT “KIDSPLAY”

01 July 2006 – Orange, CA – New Foundation program broadens community youth
participation in recreational sports programs.

ORANGE, CA, July 1, 2006 — A Fourth of July Pancake Breakfast hosted by Immanuel Lutheran Church of Orange will serve as the first in what is hoped to be a series of community sponsored events to support “KidsPlay,” the Community Foundation of Orange’s new program that helps income-challenged families offset registration fees for local recreational youth programs.

The pancake breakfast will feature a special City of Orange Fire Department fire engine and emergency equipment display along with a live jazz ensemble. The breakfast will be held from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at a cost of $4 per person. Immanuel Lutheran Church is located at 802 E. Chapman Ave. in Orange.

“What a great way to reach out to our families here in Orange and to invest in our community’s future,” explained Patti Ortegon, Director of Parish Ministries at Immanuel Lutheran Church of Orange. “We prayerfully considered where to best serve our community this year and are excited about the growth and development opportunities KidsPlay will provide our community’s young people.”

KidsPlay is a program developed by the Community Foundation of Orange earlier this year to reduce registration fees for selected families. The goal is to provide more young people in the community the chance to participate in recreational sports activities such as Little League, Bobby Sox, National Junior Basketball, Orange Junior Soccer Club and other youth sports programs.

The Community Foundation of Orange is an independent non-profit organization enhancing the quality of life in the Greater Orange Community through financial and community partnerships.

For more information about the Fourth of July Pancake Breakfast contact:
Patti Ortegon, Director of Parish Ministries at Immanuel Lutheran Church at 714-639-1446 or visit www.immanuelorange.org

For more information about the KidsPlay program contact:
Susie Cunningham, Foundation Manager, The Community Foundation of Orange at 714-288-9909 or visit www.communityfoundationoforange.org

CFO BOARD MEMBER DENISE BITTEL NAMED “WOMAN OF THE YEAR”

06 March 2006 – Orange, CA – Bob Huff Names Denise Bittel ‘Woman of the Year’

ORANGE, CA, MARCH 6, 2006—Denise Bittel, Community Foundation of Orange Board Member, was named ‘Woman of the Year’ for the 60th District by Assembly Member Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) on Monday at a formal ceremony. Bittel was honored on the Senate and Assembly floors for her noteworthy contributions to this community along with other remarkable women from each Senate and Assembly district in California.

The Women’s Caucus of the California State Legislature sponsors this event, started by Bev Hansen and Sally Tanner in 1987. First Lady Maria Shriver appeared in the program and following the event, a reception was held at the California History Museum.

Bittel, an Event Planner and long time resident of Orange and Villa Park, has a long history of volunteer involvement. Her dedication in serving on the Board of the Community Foundation of Orange is evident as she provides constant direction while generously volunteering time and funding for various community projects. Through the support and development of programs that meet a wide range of community needs, support families, build community and promote healthy lifestyles for children, the Community Foundation of Orange is dedicated to improving the Greater Orange Community.

At the Rotary Club, Bittel is currently Chairman of Teacher Mini-Grants Awards, Executive of Youth Services 2007-2008 and is on the committees for Demotion, Pennies for Prevention, and Fundraising. She is also Chairman of the Orange Education Fund, Legislative Coalition Chairman of OUSD, and is Director of Project Hope Services for the Orange Community Council of PTA. She has committed extensive time to the OUSD school district over the past 12 years. She is a member of St. Norbert’s Catholic Church, where she is active in the Bereavement Ministry. In addition, Bittel is Ambassador for Assemblyman Bob Huff.

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ORANGE TRIPLES FUNDRAISING MARK AT VIP GALA

Community Foundation of Orange Triples Fundraising Mark at VIP Gala Honoring Local Leaders, Unveiling Youth Programs

“Black & White & Orange All Over” gala assembles elected, business and community leaders to honor “Community Champion” Parker Kennedy

07 February 2006 – Orange, CA – The Community Foundation of Orange, an independent non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the Greater Orange Community, and Chapman University President Dr. James Doti hosted a room filled with elected officials, business and community leaders and many others Saturday evening at the university for the Foundation’s first annual “Black & White & Orange All Over” gala. The event, a celebration of community spirit, raised funds for the Foundation’s 2006 outreach programs and honored individuals for their tireless efforts in positively shaping the future of the Greater Orange Community.

With more than 250 guests on hand, the Foundation tripled the night’s projected fundraising target by raising over $180,000 for its slate of 2006 programs.

“The night was tremendously successful and greatly exceeded our expectations,” said Roger Hobbs, the Foundation’s Chairman. “Many tangible benefits will be realized in the Greater Orange Community because of the commitment and generosity displayed by the Foundation’s supporters.”

With a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Foundation’s Hobbs Community Scholarship Program, which will help bridge the financial gap for Santiago Canyon College students seeking to attend Chapman University, funds will also go toward other programs, including the upcoming Foundation Games track & field meet at Fred Kelly Stadium and the Foundation’s newest program, KidsPlay. Unveiled Saturday night, KidsPlay will provide financial assistance to children of lower-income families to give them an opportunity to participate in organized youth sports programs.

With Doti serving as the night¡¦s master of ceremonies, other attendees included Assemblyman Todd Spitzer, Assemblyman Bob Huff, Orange County Sheriff Mike Carona, Orange Mayor Mark Murphy, Orange City Council members Steve Ambriz, Carolyn Cavecche, Jon Dumitru and Teresa “Tita” Smith, Villa Park City Council members Robert Fauteux and Richard Freschi, Yorba Linda Mayor Mike Duvall and former Vice Chairman of the California Republican Party Mario Rodriguez.

The Foundation also presented its inaugural “Community Champion Award” to Parker Kennedy, President and CEO of First American Corporation and Orange resident, for his years of generosity and dedication to supporting the Foundation and other local charitable activities. Additionally, the Foundation made a surprise announcement by naming Hobbs as a “Lifetime Community Partner” of the Foundation.

Also drawing enormous attention during the night’s festivities were a silent auction of more than 40 fabulous items and an incredible live auction, which featured an all-inclusive weekend at the San Jose Grand Prix, a deluxe guestroom and golf package at the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort, a private tour of the U.S. Capitol with Congressman Ed Royce and two separate private tours of the California State Capitol with Spitzer and Huff, which created a light-hearted bidding war in support of the two Assembly members.

“I was thrilled to be part of a fun night that directly benefits our community,” said Huff, who represents the 60th Assembly district. “Because of the Foundation and those in the community who support its efforts, we can effectively fill the unmet needs that our children and families face.”

To date, the Foundation has supported a number of local activities and community partnerships designed to deliver solutions for critical needs in the Greater Orange Community, including the Grijalva Park Sports Center and Gymnasium that is under development, Santiago Middle School field renovation, CaliforniaKids Healthcare, Orange Track & Field Championships, the YWCA, and the Fred Kelly Stadium Improvement Project. In an amazing achievement last year, the Foundation raised $500,000 for the state-of-art improvements at Fred Kelly Stadium, making it one of the finest sporting venues in the region. Collaborating with the City of Orange and the Orange Unified School District, the project represented the largest public-private-community partnership in the city of Orange.

More about the Community Foundation of Orange

The CFO is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the Greater Orange Community through financial and community partnerships. The Foundation fulfills its mission by raising funds in order to make grants to support local community projects. By identifying unmet community needs, the Foundation 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.

“Black & White & Orange All Over” sponsors included:

- ARC Investment Partners
- Lisa J. Blanc
- Cal Heat Track Club
- Chapman Law School
- Chapman University
- Churchhouse Development Company
- Doy & Dee Henley
- Enterprise Rent A Car
- First American Corporation
- Ed Howard
- KCOMM
- Law Offices of Philip L. Hummel, IV
- Makar Properties
- Manatt, Phelps and Phillips
- McDonald’s
- NOW Electric, Inc.
- Orange City Firefighters
- Orange Empire Resales, Inc.
- Mark and Carrie Paone
- R.C. Hobbs Company
- Richmond & Richmond
- Santiago Canyon College
- William G. Steiner
- SWD Recreation, Inc.
- Taylor Woodrow
- Townsend Public Affairs

To learn more about the Foundation, call 714-288-9909 or visit www.communityfoundationoforange.org.