Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership and 100MARIN Announce Fall 2025 Philanthropy Award Recipient
Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership (CVNL) is thrilled to announce that Marin Foster Care Association has been selected as the recipient of the $15,000 award at the 100MARIN Fall 2025 Celebration of Philanthropy.
Held on Wednesday, October 8 at Marin Humane, members of the 100MARIN giving circle voted Marin Foster Care Association as the top honoree, recognizing their impactful work providing critical support to children in foster care and the families who care for them—ensuring stability during times of profound crisis. Through advocacy, resources, and community connection, the organization transforms hardship into healing and hope.
At the event, five Marin nonprofits — Sanzuma, EAH Housing, Center for Domestic Peace, Enriching Lives through Music (ELM), and Marin Foster Care Association — were honored. Along with the premier award recipient, each nominee received a $1,000 cash award.
Founded in 2015, the 100MARIN Giving Circle is a network of more than 125 members passionate about supporting local nonprofits. By pooling contributions starting at $150, 100MARIN has donated over $400,000 to Marin County nonprofits since its founding.
“Thanks to the generosity of 100MARIN members and sponsors, we’re able to provide crucial funding to local nonprofits,” said Linda Jacobs, CEO of CVNL. “This event highlights the power of collective giving—where individual contributions come together to create lasting change and strengthen the nonprofits that are the backbone of our community. In a time when local organizations face increasing demand and limited resources, this collective impact is more important than ever.”
The 100MARIN Fall 2025 Celebration of Philanthropy was generously sponsored by: Acrisure, Anderies & Gomes LLP, CalPCC, Casner & Edwards LLP, Compass Realty, ForeMeta Coaching, Hennessy Advisors, Inc., Heritage Bank, Kevin Kearney Real Estate Group, Liuzzi, Murphy, Solomon, Churton, Hale & Winnett LLP, Miles Smith, Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage, Organic Cleaning Supreme, Perotti and Carrade, Portico Wealth Advisors, Prandi Property Management Inc., Ragghianti Freitas LLP, Redmond Mortgage Capital, Relevant Wealth, Robertson Stephens, Scheuring Law LLP, and Valley Memorial Park Cemetery & Funeral Home.
In 2021, 100MARIN partnered with CVNL to expand support for Marin County’s diverse community of nonprofits. With 60 years of experience, CVNL continues to host award and recognition events across the Bay Area that celebrate, honor, and strengthen the nonprofit and volunteer sector.
Learn more about the event, CVNL, and how to become a 100MARIN member at cvnl.org