Support Local Impact in Venice.
Your generosity strengthens smaller nonprofit organizations serving individuals and families in our community. Every gift is stewarded with care, oversight, and accountability.
Why Give Through VPCF?
The Venice Presbyterian Community Foundation exists to strengthen organizations that embody compassion, integrity, and service in the Venice area.
We are committed to responsible generosity.
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Your donation remains in the Venice area and goes directly to community members. There are no administrative deductions, as the staff is entirely volunteer.
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Smaller organizations that help the local community are often overlooked when people consider donating. We see the important work they do to help the community and give funds to support it.
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All organizations are carefully vetted and approved by our board of directors to ensure donated funds are directed to reputable, trustworthy causes.
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Stewardship and oversight guide every decision, ensuring resources are managed responsibly and aligned with long-term mission and values; leaders set clear policies, establish transparent accountability structures, and regularly review outcomes to adapt strategies when necessary, while fostering a culture of ethical responsibility at all levels so that financial stewardship, program effectiveness, risk management, and stakeholder trust reinforce one another and decisions consistently prioritize sustainability, equity, and measurable impact.
Other Ways to Give
If you prefer, you may also give through:
Check
(c/o Venice Presbyterian Community Foundation
Donor-Advised Fund
Stock or appreciated assets
Planned giving through your estate
For assistance, contact: vpcommunityfoundation@gmail.com
Where Your Gift Goes
You may choose to direct your gift toward one of the following:
Community Impact Fund
Supports grants to smaller nonprofit organizations serving the Venice community.
Emerging & Under-Resourced Initiatives
Helps strengthen ministries and nonprofits without large fundraising.
General Fund
Allows the Foundation to deploy funds where needs are most pressing.
Planned & Legacy Giving
Create lasting impact through estate or planned gifts.
