Center for Engaged Philanthropy

Find Your Passion

The Orange County Community Foundation has a dedicated team of professionals that will work closely with you to expand your knowledgebase of giving and charitable options, as well as help you engage with issues that reflect your values and passions.

We will focus on supporting your unique philanthropic passions and will help you create a family giving plan that includes a personal philanthropic mission statement, multi-generational family engagement, access to nonprofit events and site visits, and administration of grant programs. Most importantly, you will have direct access to our deep knowledge of Orange County nonprofits and expert industry knowledge of the nonprofit and grantmaking landscape.

Our Services

Signature Funds

A Signature Fund at the Orange County Community Foundation combines the best features of a private foundation with all the advantages of a donor-advised fund.

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Family Foundation Services

For individuals and families who choose to practice their philanthropy through a private foundation, OCCF can be a valuable partner.

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Family Foundation Alliance

The Family Foundation Alliance is a group of local family foundations committed to learning and sharing together in order to maximize their philanthropic impact.

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Impact Philanthropy

Participants determine the program focus for each year and engage in a collaborative grantmaking program to boost their community knowledge and expertise as funders.

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Our Team

Keri Mesina

Keri Mesina

Director, Center for Engaged Philanthropy

Keri Mesina

Director, Center for Engaged Philanthropy

kmesina@oc-cf.org
(949) 553-4202 x260

Rachel Donawerth

Rachel Donawerth

Salesforce & Grants Administrator

Rachel Donawerth

Salesforce & Grants Administrator

rdonawerth@oc-cf.org
(949) 553-4202 x235

Michaela Dolium

Michaela Dolium

Philanthropic Advisor, Center for Engaged Philanthropy

Michaela Dolium

Philanthropic Advisor, Center for Engaged Philanthropy

mdolium@oc-cf.org
(949) 553-4202 x243

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