Community Foundation for San Benito County

Community Foundation for San Benito County The Community Foundation for San Benito County is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that supports philanthropic activities.

Honored to have been welcomed by the Rotary Club of San Juan Bautista this week to share the story of the Community Foun...
06/12/2026

Honored to have been welcomed by the Rotary Club of San Juan Bautista this week to share the story of the Community Foundation for San Benito County.

From scholarships and endowments to disaster recovery and women's leadership β€” our community has built something truly special here in San Benito County. And it all starts with people who show up, give back, and invest locally.

If you're curious about how to make your giving go further right here at home β€” we'd love to connect.

🌱 Live Here. Give Here.
πŸ“ givesanbenito.org

Financial planners, estate attorneys, tax professionals β€” this one's for you. At our June 25 mixer, Cassandra Kartashov ...
06/11/2026

Financial planners, estate attorneys, tax professionals β€” this one's for you. At our June 25 mixer, Cassandra Kartashov β€” CEO of the Community Foundation for San Benito County β€” will walk through how our foundation works as a giving partner for advisors and their clients.

We'll talk through some of the most common questions advisors run into when clients want to give β€” and walk away with practical tools you can actually use.

Short remarks, plenty of social time, and light refreshments included β€” courtesy of our sponsor, JRG Attorneys at Law.

πŸ“… June 25 | 5:30–6:30pm
πŸ“ 440 San Benito Street, Hollister, CA 95023

RSVP: tinyurl.com/AdvisorMixer625

As our nation marks 250 years, we gather to honor something that has never stopped β€” the spirit of generosity that has s...
06/10/2026

As our nation marks 250 years, we gather to honor something that has never stopped β€” the spirit of generosity that has shaped San Benito County across generations.

National Philanthropy Day: 250 Years of Freedom, Generations of Giving

πŸ“… Thursday, November 19, 2026 | 5:30–8:00PM
πŸ“ Hollister Veterans' Memorial Building β€” 649 San Benito St., Hollister, CA

An evening of dinner, award presentations, and recognition honoring the donors, civic leaders, and nonprofit partners carrying that legacy forward today.

🎟 Tickets | πŸ… Nominations | 🀝 Sponsorships
πŸ‘‰ tinyurl.com/npd-sbc-2026

Nominations close September 1, 2026
Registration closes October 1, 2026

Questions? Contact Arturo MuΓ±oz at [email protected] or (831) 269-5222.

San Benito County nonprofits β€” you have two weeks left and we are rooting for you! 🌟 Grants of up to $10,000 are availab...
06/08/2026

San Benito County nonprofits β€” you have two weeks left and we are rooting for you! 🌟

Grants of up to $10,000 are available for organizations serving this community. If you have been thinking about applying, this is your sign.

The 2026 Program Grant closes June 22nd.

Have questions? We are here to help every step of the way.

Your community is behind you. Apply today.
πŸ”— givesanbenito.org/grant-seekers

Graduation day hit different this year. πŸŽ“ We showed up with cameras and full hearts to celebrate our 2026 scholarship re...
06/06/2026

Graduation day hit different this year. πŸŽ“ We showed up with cameras and full hearts to celebrate our 2026 scholarship recipients right after the ceremony β€” and honestly, the smiles said it all. πŸ“Έ

At the Community Foundation, we steward scholarship funds that turn donors’ generosity into real opportunities for real students. Today was a reminder of why that work matters. β˜€οΈ

Congratulations to every student we support. San Benito County is rooting for you.
πŸ”— givesanbenito.org/categories-of-funds/students

Huge shoutout to for sponsoring their grad photosπŸ“Έ

The 2026 Program Grant is still open β€” and there is still time! 🌟San Benito County believed in your work this spring. No...
06/01/2026

The 2026 Program Grant is still open β€” and there is still time! 🌟

San Benito County believed in your work this spring. Now it is your turn to take that next step. Grants of up to $10,000 are available for nonprofits serving this community through June 22nd.

Your community is behind you. Apply today.
πŸ”— givesanbenito.org/grant-seekers

On June 25, we're hosting a small evening gathering for financial, estate, and tax professionals in San Benito County. T...
05/29/2026

On June 25, we're hosting a small evening gathering for financial, estate, and tax professionals in San Benito County. Think appetizers, good conversation, and a candid look at how charitable giving tools can open new doors for your clients.

Our CEO, Cassandra Kartashov, will share what the Community Foundation does and how we partner with advisors to make giving work harder for the people you serve.

Space is limited. If you or someone you know works in financial or estate planning, we'd love to have you in the room.

πŸ“… June 25 | 5:30–6:30pm
πŸ“ 440 San Benito Street, Hollister, CA 95023

RSVP: tinyurl.com/AdvisorMixer26

Thank you to JRG Attorneys at Law for sponsoring this event and investing in the professional community of San Benito County.

Over 100 community members told us the same thing: funding is what local organizations need most. Our San Benito County ...
05/26/2026

Over 100 community members told us the same thing: funding is what local organizations need most. Our San Benito County community heard that β€” and invested! 🌱 Apply and show them what that investment can do.

πŸ”— givesanbenito.org/grant-seekers
Our 2026 Program Grant is open through June 22nd.

Your community believes in your work.

This is why we do this. πŸ™Œ San Benito County's nonprofit leaders showed up β€” ready to learn, connect, and grow.Here's wha...
05/22/2026

This is why we do this. πŸ™Œ San Benito County's nonprofit leaders showed up β€” ready to learn, connect, and grow.

Here's what we covered:
-Sonny Jandial, COO of The Health Trust, broke down Financial Administrative Support Services β€” real back-office and consulting solutions built to take weight off nonprofit teams
-Cassandra Kartashov & Blake Miller led a Grant Workshop with practical strategies for writing stronger applications β€” for CFSBC funding and every opportunity beyond

These conversations matter. The work you're doing in San Benito County matters. And we're grateful to be in the room with you. 🌱

πŸ“… Save the date β€” the next Executive Director's Roundtable is Wednesday, September 16th at 9:30 AM.

More details coming soon.

The 2026 CFSBC Program Grant is now open. Grants of up to $10,000 are available for nonprofits serving San Benito County...
05/19/2026

The 2026 CFSBC Program Grant is now open. Grants of up to $10,000 are available for nonprofits serving San Benito County. Applications close June 22nd. πŸŽ‰

This was made possible because our community raised $100,000 during this year's Spring Grants Campaign. One grant per organization. We are ready to invest in the work happening right here.

πŸ”— Apply now β†’ givesanbenito.org/grant-seekers

Address

440 San Benito Street
Hollister, CA
95023

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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