Family Foundation Alliance

A Community of Philanthropic Families

The Orange County Family Foundation Alliance is a network of local family foundations who come together quarterly to connect, learn, and share best practices in philanthropy. Hosted by the Orange County Community Foundation (OCCF), the Alliance supports impactful giving in Orange County through exclusive events, resources, and collaborative opportunities for local philanthropists.

Why Join the Family Foundation Alliance?

  • Exclusive Networking Opportunities: Engage with a diverse group of private family foundations, share insights, and build relationships.
  • Quarterly Events: Participate in dynamic discussions, educational presentations, immersive community field experiences, and networking.
  • Confidential, Safe Space for Learning: Exchange ideas freely in a trusted environment.
  • Next Generation Engagement: Inspire future philanthropic leaders by involving younger family members.
  • Tailored Peer Networking Group: Dive deeper into specific topics and challenges with like-minded peers.

Who Can Join?

Membership is open to family members, board members, and executive directors of local family foundations as well as advisors of OCCF Signature Funds (over $1 million).

Membership Benefits & Fees

  • Annual Membership Fee: $500
  • First-Year Membership Fee: $250
  • Sponsorship Opportunities: $500, $1,500, $3,000, $4,000

All membership and sponsorship fees are recognized as charitable contributions to OCCF, a public charity. There are no additional event fees. OCCF covers all staffing costs, allowing your membership and sponsorship to directly support programming, venue costs, and speaker engagements.

All sponsors, regardless of level, receive equal recognition on all printed and digital materials. Sponsorship contributions directly support OCCF in securing high-profile, expert speakers, enhancing the quality and impact of Family Foundation Alliance events.

Thank you to our 2024 Family Foundation Alliance Sponsors!

CorMura Foundation

Crevier Family Foundation

The Donna and Spencer Gilbert Foundation

Draper Family Fund

Dubchansky Family Foundation

Fainbarg Family Foundation

Frederick Family Foundation

Fullerton Families and Friends

Golden Eagle Foundation

George Hoag Family Foundation

O.L. Halsell Foundation

The Lionel and Debra D’Luna Foundation

Warren H. Lortie Fund

Joe MacPherson Foundation

Murphy Family Foundation

Schoellerman Foundation

Sun Family Foundation

Keith and Judy Swayne Family Foundation

Tarsadia Foundation

The Thompson Family Foundation

Ueberroth Family Foundation

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mar
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Family Foundation Alliance: March 2025
An Exclusive Event for our Family Foundation Alliance Members TOPIC: Future of Philanthropy: Shift f...
Jun
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Family Foundation Alliance: June 2025
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