By Mary Quilici Aumack Executive Director Catholic Community Foundation of Santa Clara County I have been making vinegar for more than 20 years. In our pantry sits a big crock full of red wine vinegar and its “mother.” The mother is the starter, like yeast in bread...
by Carolina Scipioni Endowment and Planned Giving Program ManagerThe Catholic Community Foundation of Santa Clara County Through the years, our local Church has been blessed with the generosity of many parishioners who left a legacy of support by including a gift to...
By Mary Quilici Aumack Executive Director Catholic Community Foundation of Santa Clara County It was such fun to participate in the large and loving party held by the community of Saint Justin in honor of George Santich. The event and those attending recognized...
By Marie Galetto What role do advisors play in the larger story of wealth and poverty in the Silicon Valley? Do they have one? And how much influence do advisors truly have on their clients’ philanthropic vision? On April 25, 2018, Bryan Polster addressed these topics...
by Mary Aumack Executive Director Before 2018, for many taxpayers there was no benefit in making a direct contribution to charity from a retirement account (Qualified Charitable Distribution). Previously, you could take an amount, say $10,000, report it as taxable...
by Carolina Scipioni Endowment & Planned Giving Manager Every time I visit a parish in our diocese, I’m able to appreciate the unique culture and beauty that has been built up by many generations. The active members of each community have contributed something...
