Corporate Philanthropy Roundtable
Over 40 local business representatives gathered last week to hear the latest trends in strategic corporate philanthropy.
Indy Staff
Recent Stories
Environmental Defense Center Executive Director to Retire
After more than 30 years of involvement with the Environmental Defense Center (EDC), first as a pro bono attorney, then as a member of the Board of Directors, and currently leading the organization as its Executive Director, David Landecker has announced his retirement, effective December 31, 2012.
Cottage Hospital Surpasses Fundraising Goal
While a brand new hospital rises on the corner of Hollister and Patterson, organizers of the Building Well ● Being Well campaign to support the new Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital announced this week that they had surpassed the $14 million fundraising goal with a campaign total of $14.3 million.
Highway 154 Maintenance Update
Caltrans will be performing highway maintenance on Hwy. 154 from the Hwy. 101/154 Interchange (north of Buellton) to west of the intersection of Baseline Avenue and Edison Street beginning Sunday, Sept, 9.
Community Forums Announced for Continuing Education
Santa Barbara City College will host three community forums in the next two weeks with an update on the recommended plans for the reorganization of the SBCC Continuing Education Division.
College Gives Full Tuition to Scholars
Four new Monroe Scholars arrive at Westmont this week. Only students with exceptional academic abilities, strong character and a desire to grow in their Christian faith receive the four-year, full-tuition Monroe Scholarship.
Adoptable Pet of the Week
Our little Gabe is a shelter favorite. He’s shy, sweet, and loving. He’s a quiet boy and would be perfect in an adult home.
Solutions to Clutter
In last week’s installment, our Organizer explained how clutter happens. This week, she tells us how to get rid of it.
Moving Past Pumpkins and Glass Slippers
UCSB alumna Jennifer Amiel creates a role model for girls in new archaeological mystery.
Cate School Freshman Wins Highest KIPP Award
Clinton Hall ’16, of Chicago, an incoming Cate freshman, is one of six students named KIPPster of the year for 2012. The award carries $10,000 in scholarship funds to help offset the cost of college. KIPP, or Knowledge is Power Program, is a network of public schools dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities.
