Welcome to the online home of the Community Foundation of Orange....

We are a non-profit organization that leads a passionate, unified effort to preserve and enhance our sense of community.

Our motto of "Give Where You Live" is a spirited invitation to the residents and businesses of the Greater Orange Community to make a difference right where they live or work.

The Spotlight

  • Gaddi Vasquez Seventh Annual Foundation Gala

    Save The Date! On Friday, February 24, 2012, the Community Foundation of Orange will be hosting it's Seventh Annual Foundation Gala, honoring our local Community Champion Gaddi Vasquez. Gaddi was the 8th United States Ambassador to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture, in Rome, Italy. He was nominated by President George W. Bush and unanimously confirmed by the United States Senate on June 29, 2006. Vasquez was sworn into office on September 7, 2006, by U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, and served in the position until 2009. Prior to that, he was the first person of Hispanic ancestry to head the Peace Corps. Currently, Ambassador Vasquez is the Vice President of Public Affairs at Southern California Edison. He is being honored for his long history of service and involvement in the Greater Orange Community. The event will be held at The Villa Banquet Room in Orange from 6-10 pm. For tickets or more information, contact the Community Foundation of Orange.

  • benn012_6116 2012 Foundation Games

    The 2012 Foundation Games will be held on Friday, April 13th and Saturday, April 14th at Fred Kelly Stadium in Orange.Open to all elementary and middle school students (born in years 1997-2005) attending school within the boundaries of the Orange Unified School District (public, private, parochial or home-school). Bringing together student athletes, their families, friends, local police & fire, this event showcases community spirit combined with friendly competition, promoting a healthy lifestyle. Check back often for more information on the 2012 Games, and visit our Foundation Games page

Upcoming Events

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