And the Grant Goes to…

The Fund for Santa Barbara hosted its spring grand awards celebration handing out checks totaling a record $330,000 at the Lobero Theatre Courtyard, including $230,000 in racial equity funds.

“The money has come in fast,” says Patricia Solorio, associate director. “The recession has been a bit of a wet blanket, but I think the future is bright.”

Among the recipient organizations were the Family Service Agency, Freedom 4 Youth, House of Pride and Equality, and Madi’s Treasure Box.

Among the guests were Board President Eric Cardenas, Associate Director Marcos Vargas, Grant Programs Manager Tania Reyes, Rosalyn Collins, Annette Cordero, and Jennifer Navarro.