The mission of the Marin Community Foundation is to encourage and apply philanthropic contributions to help improve the human condition, embrace diversity, promote a humane and democratic society, and enhance the community's quality of life, now and for future generations.
Three West Marin groups were among 15 recipients of a $5 million, two-year grant from the Marin Community Foundation.The grant supports basic needs provided by the local social-service groups such as...more
A state education team is investigating the Sausalito Marin City School District.It's amid concerns about operations at the district and preferential treatment for its charter school.Critics say...more
The Marin Community Clinicas fund-raising campaign got a shot in the arm Tuesday.The Marin Community Foundation announced its gift of $1 million to be used for the new Novato clinic.The foundation is...more
The Marin Community Foundation has committed to spending $5 million over the next two years to help fund 15 Marin organizations.The grants reflect the growing need for safety net services in a county...more
Stinson Beach apartments being purchased to keep them affordable.Marin County supervisors held a series of workshops to discuss strategies for addressing the housing crisis.After the purchase the...more
CLAM gets funds for purchase of Stinson apartment | The Point Reyes Light AFFORDABLE HOUSING: An eight-unit apartment complex just steps from the beach may become permanently affordable...more
Marin Community Clinics opened its first Novato site on Hill Road in 2001 and relocated to 6100 Redwood Boulevard in 2009 to meet the increasing needs.The $4 million renovation has already received...more
Thomas Peters, president of the Marin Community Foundation in California, says he has called FFTC on more than one occasion for advice. “Many...more
Marin IJ Editorial: Foundation's shift reflects changing role.New board will oversee the foundation's donor-advised philanthropic funds.Buck Trust will continue to be managed by the old foundation...more
In the world of social enterprises, failure is a cringe-worthy moment nobody wants to talk about. But, social entrepreneurs can benefit from their failures.