THE NORTH BAY’S LEADING CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS
GET INVOLVED! Contact Julie Hillborn at jhillborn@schsd.org or Katie Condie at kcondie@vomcf.org. 501c (3)68-0343720. Our History The Valley of the Moon Children’s Foundation (VMCF) was established in 1995. It is a private, nonprofit organization committed to providing supportive and educational services to positively impact the present and future lives of abused, abandoned, and neglected children and youth. Our Future: As Sonoma County communities face mounting crises ranging from increased domestic violence and addiction to traumatic disasters, the Foundation has expanded the scope of its support for services for traumatized children. The VMCF funds programs for foster children, families, and foster parents, as well as former foster youth attending college or trade schools. Our Core Areas of Development: • Funding supplemental services and activities for the residents at Valley of the Moon Children’s Center. • Support for former foster youth, including health, education, housing, and employment guidance. • Support of community outreach and education for child abuse prevention. Valley of the Moon Children’s Foundation
Scholarship Fund: Providing pathways to success since 2006, this fund has awarded 397 scholarships totaling $1,431,750 to current and former foster youth in or from Sonoma County. In addition to receiving funds for tuition, computers, books, emergency medical care, and other essentials, our scholars are supported by ongoing mentoring and guidance to help them achieve their education and career goals. Valley of the Moon Children’s Center Dental Fund: Since its inception in 2011, the dental program has served 1032 individual children with an estimated 4000 treatments. Children receive care in a state-of-the-art pediatric dental operatory. “Dr. Jack” Sherman provides a full range of evaluations, emergency care, treatments, and referrals as well as educates the children on the importance of oral health and self-care.
Ways to Help: Foundation programs are supported entirely by generous private donors, funds raised by local church and service organizations, and community grants. To donate, please visit our website, vomcf.org.
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