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Your contributions and support at work!

Dear donors and supporters,

Fall is officially upon us and with the changes that are notable in our surroundings, we also witness how our students are embracing their evolution as college undergraduates in search of a better future.

Hartnell College is here for students. The Hartnell College Foundation is also here to support the dreams of countless youth and adults of all ages who aspire to become experts or professionals in their chosen fields. This is why I do what I do! They inspire me to be better and to do more because the end result is beautiful.

This is why the Achieving the Dream Rally on August 25, 2023, was so important to me and to the entire campus community. We got to hear from students and one alumna directly about how Hartnell has or is opening doors of opportunities. They also talked about the challenges they face daily and how adjustments in their dreams are part of growing up. Just know that what you do is making a big difference in the lives of so many of our students.

Wishing you a great start to Fall!

Be well,


Jacqueline Cruz
Vice President of Advancement and Development
Executive Director, Hartnell College Foundation
(831) 444-2446 mobile

RMDs IN ACTION
Pat knows a thing or two about giving back

Pat Donohue is best known at Hartnell College as a dedicated Board Trustee from 2007 to 2020. But she is also a supporter of the arts and women’s education.

“When I became a trustee, I became a donor to the Hartnell College Foundation,” she said. “Then I joined the Council for the Arts and met all these incredible students with talents that were displayed in different productions like the Music Extravaganza.”

Donohue retired from a 37-year career as Director of Parks and Community Service for the City of Watsonville. She found herself being bored at home and that’s when she decided to be a part of the Hartnell community.

She set up an IRA early on in her career and the time came for her to put into effect the required minimum distributions (RMDs). 

“When I found out I had to do this, it felt natural to support the arts and the Women’s Education and Leadership Institute (WELI) through the Hartnell College Foundation,” she said. “This allows me to give in amounts I am comfortable with while making an impact.”

Donohue is enjoying life. She has three stepchildren, nine grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. She is an avid reader and loves to garden, craft, and decorate. She is co-president of Soroptimist and is active at her church.

To learn more about how to make your IRA work and ideas on how you can support our mission, contact Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu, or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu. 

What will your legacy be?

If you are thinking about naming the Hartnell College Foundation in your estate plans, contact either our Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446, or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903. To make a gift in support of Hartnell students, go to: https://hartnellfoundation.org/donate-now/ 

Joy for education is felt throughout the campus!

Dear donors and supporters,

It’s go time for us here at Hartnell College as the new academic year has begun!  This is always my favorite part of working here – seeing the flood of students through the hallways and throughout the campus is exhilarating. 

Thanks to your support, the Hartnell College Foundation is dispersing thousands and thousands of dollars in scholarships to students who need this extra supplemental aid to cover expenses. Our goal is to support the students so they can better focus on their academic life and not worry about financial challenges.

Another way to see your dollars in action is through programs like WELI and MILE.  For the Hartnell staff in the Office of Equity Programs, witnessing the leadership institute for both groups was a true honor and privilege. It was great to see the scholars connect and bond with each other and connect with their facilitators and guest speakers. Each one came to the institute with their own life experiences and challenges, and all walked away with a toolbox of new strategies to use for success. 

I am happy to provide a recap of their first three-day institute below and to introduce two of our amazing scholars.

Be well,


Jacqueline Cruz
Vice President of Advancement and Development
Executive Director, Hartnell College Foundation
(831) 444-2446 mobile

LEADERSHIP INSTITUTES COMMENCE
WELI and MILE are off to a great start

The leadership institutes are off to a great start at Hartnell College. The Women’s Education & Leadership Institute and the Men’s Institute for Leadership & Education met for a three-day institute in mid-August on the main campus.

“Both sessions were phenomenal,” said Dr. Gabriela Lopez, Director, Office of Equity programs. “The scholars arrived ready to learn and to connect.” 

The women’s group was expertly led by facilitator Nena Anguiano, who helped them identify their ‘Circle of Success’ and created opportunities for students to connect with each other. The men’s group was led by Dr. Fred Moore, who guided them through his ‘I am Self-Actualized’ curriculum, which included topics such as compassionate listening, self-awareness, and communication skills.

The institutes were a powerful experience for the scholars. Both men and women shared parts of their personal journey and connected in a personal way. 

“Despite diversity in age, lived experiences, and languages spoken, scholars created connections with each other and found common ground,” said Dr. Lopez. “WELI scholars also received presentations from Dr. Annette Oswald on the topic of Resilience, and Counselor Gemma Uribe-Cruz on Emotional Intelligence and self-care.” 

One of the MILE scholars is Andy Garcia Ortiz, 21, from Seaside, CA. He is majoring in Welding & Construction Management, and is adding new majors in Diesel Technology and Mechatronics. He has always been CTE (Career Technical Education) driven.

“My parents have always shown me that hard work is required to be successful in life,” he said. “I enjoy working with my hands and hope to one day be an engineer.”

He is thankful for the opportunity to be a part of MILE and the cohort of 25 scholars. He said that Dr. Moore used positivity to inspire them to hold themselves accountable, and talked about the real meaning of ‘being a man,’ emotional intelligence, anger management, perseverance, and more.

For Andy, his faith is key in navigating life, and he feels that it is his duty to advocate and lead others to opportunities like MILE and other programs offered at Hartnell.

“I want to thank donors and those involved with MILE because they are investing time and money in the next generation, which will be in charge of taking care of them in retirement,” he said.

A similar experience was happening on the other side of campus for 50 WELI scholars. Amaris Santiago, 19, thought it was the greatest thing to be a part of a women’s institute.  She is entering her sophomore year at Hartnell and plans to transfer to a university next year to become an elementary teacher.

“It was great to meet women in different disciplines and interests,” she said. “On our first day, we were sharing our lives with each other and exchanging contact information.”

She is used to hard work through the example of her parents, who are pastors at a local church in Salinas. She is involved in leadership and is part of the worship team. For her, this was an experience that made her feel empowered.

“I am overwhelmed with a lot of joy after this first institute,” she said. “I feel like I am not alone, I feel supported, and that I am here for a reason.”

Dr. Lopez said that the timing of the institute was perfect as it prepared students to begin the new academic year with a sense of energy and confidence, knowing they have a network of peers and mentors supporting them. 

“In a time where personal connections can be a challenge due to our reliance on technology, being able to take three days to connect with a group of peers was a valuable experience,” said Dr. Lopez. “I am excited that they will be connecting with their professional mentors soon so they can keep the momentum going.” 

RMDs
Guide to Required Minimum Distributions

After years of saving, you’ve built a solid nest egg in your tax-advantaged retirement accounts. But you can’t leave that money untouched indefinitely.

Required Minimum Distributions, frequently referred to as RMDs, are how the federal government collects taxes from savings held in tax-deferred retirement plans. RMD rules require you to start withdrawing a set amount of money each year, whether you need the income or not.

Recent changes to the RMD rules expand the year at which you must start taking distributions, between 72 and 75, depending on the year of your birth.
An RMD is the amount of money that you must withdraw from nearly all types of tax-deferred retirement accounts each year once you hit a certain age.

Many retirement accounts let your savings grow tax-free over the decades, deferring the payment of income taxes until you begin making withdrawals in retirement.
By requiring you to start taking money out, the government receives the tax revenue it’s been waiting for and also ensures taxpayers aren’t accumulating tax-free wealth indefinitely.

As the name suggests, this amount is a minimum—you can always withdraw more. You can also withdraw funds from accounts and invest the money elsewhere before your RMD age hits so as to reduce the amount you must take out later.

Before 2019, RMDs began in the year you turned 70 ½. In 2019, the SECURE Act raised the RMD age to 72. The Secure Act 2.0 raised the RMD age again, based on your birthday as shown in the table above.

What will your legacy be?

If you are thinking about naming the Hartnell College Foundation in your estate plans, contact either our Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446, or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903. To make a gift in support of Hartnell students, go to: https://hartnellfoundation.org/donate-now/ 

Inspiring and Promoting Confidence via STEAM Education

Dear donors and supporters,
As the start of the new academic year approaches, I can’t help but reminisce on the importance you hold here at Hartnell College. We are able to provide our students with the tools they need, thanks to your continuing support. Thank you!

This week, our mentorship programs Women’s Education and Leadership Institute (WELI) and Men’s Institute for Leadership and Education (MILE) met for their first quarterly workshops. These programs are one of the most effective ways we have found to keep our students engaged and accountable. The mentorship component is key in keeping each of the scholars on track with their studies throughout the year.

Today, I also want to celebrate another win. The K-12 STEAM Program supported by NASA delivered in a huge way. Below you will read about the impact K-12 STEAM education is having on-campus as well as off-campus. I am truly proud of the work we do here at the Hartnell College Foundation to support our students and community.

Wishing you a great week!

Be well,


Jacqueline Cruz
Vice President of Advancement and Development
Executive Director, Hartnell College Foundation
(831) 444-2446 mobile

K-12 STEAM PROGRAMS
Students Find STEAM is Fun

In 2015, NASA granted Hartnell College Foundation a K-12 STEAM Contract to inspire students in the Salinas Valley to love STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math).  The program began with 170 students.

For the 2022-2023 academic year, more than 10,000 students received year-round K-12 STEAM education in three districts:  Alisal Union School District, Salinas City Elementary School District, and Salinas Union High School District. 

“We were prepared to instruct thousands of students,” said Ana Ibarra, director of K-12 STEAM Programs at the Hartnell College Foundation. “This presents a great opportunity for students in our area to experience STEAM-based extracurricular activities and recover time lost due to the pandemic, this gave us the drive we needed to adjust and serve a large number of students.”

Through the support of NASA, more than 100 teachers serving 27 school sites are trained in the STEAM curriculum. They receive the tools and knowledge to inspire creativity and confidence in students.

“Each student gets a NASA shirt as part of the program; it is incredible to see the power that shirt gives them,” said Ibarra. “They feel like they are part of something big and wear the shirt with pride.”

This year, the program included a summer component. All high schools were invited to participate. Almost 100 students in 9th through 12th grade participated in a six-week STEAM curriculum provided by NASA. The hub was the Hartnell College Alisal Campus.  Students experienced field trips to Elkhorn Slough, Salinas River, and Monterey One Water, where they collected water samples using NASA-GLOBE protocols, and learned about water filtration, our local watershed, climate change, and more.

The K-12 Program offers different modalities. Some programs are offered after school and others on Saturdays. Students learn all about STEAM including code, robotics, and engineering. The curriculum is designed to rotate every six weeks, thus keeping students interested and engaged. 

“This program is teaching students the engineering process and foundations of critical thinking,” Ibarra said.

Another innovative component is the cultivation of K-12 STEAM Ambassadors. The program is designed to support and train Hartnell students to work with the NASA K-12 STEAM program throughout the year. The program recruits students who have an affinity towards STEAM or Education careers, thus providing meaningful experiential learning for the community’s future workforce. These are paid positions for future teachers and professionals in STEAM careers.

“This is a great opportunity for our college students. It provides them with experience in the field, and they develop leadership skills,” said Ibarra. “It’s the best training ground for them.”   

The new academic year for the K-12 STEAM Program is ready to start on August 19, 2023. An immense thank you to the funding partners of this innovative pre-college program serving thousands of students: NASA, Chevron, The Pebble Beach Company, Salinas City Elementary School District, and Alisal Union School District.  

OUR LEGACY SOCIETY
Our Legacy Society Celebrates You

Your decision to include our mission in your plans is worth celebrating. Whether it’s a will, trust, charitable gift annuity, or other planned gift, your future gift deserves praise and recognition today.

We all want to make a difference, but sometimes we may feel we lack the ability or resources to have the impact we want. However, if you want to make a difference, you may be surprised how easy it is. We have tools and ideas to help you save taxes and even create new income streams while helping our organization. 

Below are just a sample of ideas to consider when thinking about what difference you can make: 

  • A charitable gift annuity pays you at fixed rates and helps our organization 
  • You can give your house to our organization, receive a tax deduction immediately and continue to live in it for life 
  • When you include our organization in your estate plan, you create a charitable legacy that costs you nothing now 

All our resources are available at no cost to you. All include tax benefits such as income tax, capital gains tax, and estate tax deductions or reductions. In addition, we offer other tools that require no money or contributions now. Finally, we offer ways, such as the charitable gift annuity, which gives you tax benefits, and cash back for life, while also supporting our organization. 

What will your legacy be?

If you are thinking about naming the Hartnell College Foundation in your estate plans, contact either our Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446, or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903. To make a gift in support of Hartnell students, go to: https://hartnellfoundation.org/donate-now/ 

Caring about our students, our community, and your retirement!

Dear donors and supporters,

I hope you are well and thriving. It is already August, and we at the Hartnell College Foundation are gearing up for the start of the fall semester. That means thousands of students are taking the next step in their journeys toward higher education and economic security. This year, more than 1,600 students will participate in the Salinas Valley Promise. In addition to free tuition, these students receive scholarships for computers or books, student success workshops, a peer-group cohort experience, and mentoring, all of which are made possible through your generosity.

For many students, the additional aid they receive via scholarships is life-changing. It is the way they are able to continue their education at Hartnell and then transfer to a university to fulfill their dreams.

At the Foundation, we are proud to be the stewards of these special funds and are honored to take a front-row seat to the lives of so many who thank us each year for the opportunity of a brighter future. I want to thank you for being a partner with us.

Today, we feature the MILE program and I hope you will consider becoming a mentor.

Be well.


Jacqueline Cruz
Vice President of Advancement and Development
Executive Director, Hartnell College Foundation
(831) 444-2446 mobile

THE MILE PROGRAM
New Cohort for Male Students to Start

The Men’s Institute for Leadership and Education (MILE) is gearing up to start a new cohort of 25 scholars in August.  MILE is a one-year program that combines financial support, leadership development, and mentoring for Hartnell students who identify as male. The facilitator for this group is Dr. Frederick Moore, who has extensive experience working with college students.

“The MILE program will help participants self-reflect and learn how to build community,” said Dr. Gabriela Lopez, director, Office of Equity Programs. “Scholars learn to connect in a genuine way.”

This mentorship program strives to increase college completion rates among male students in the Salinas Valley. The training and support received through the MILE Program contribute to MILE Scholars’ ability to achieve their leadership potential and attain personal, academic, and professional success.

Scholars will participate in three days of leadership training to develop critical life skills, including time management, emotional intelligence, accountability, growth opportunities, career readiness, self-image, self-efficacy, and more.

During the quarterly mentor workshops, industry professionals serve as MILE Mentors and provide guidance, support, and connections to scholars. In addition to the mentorship and workshop components, the scholars will each receive a $2,500 scholarship.

“Being in the MILE program, I have learned that working with others and sharing ideas gets you to more places than working by yourself,” said Joaquin Ortiz, a 2022 MILE Scholar. “I learned this in the workshops and working with my mentor.”

Ortiz (pictured) just graduated in May 2023 from Hartnell College. He is majoring in kinesiology and is on his way to becoming a physical therapist. He added that MILE helped him to become a better listener and to find joy in helping others.

USA Today reported in 2021 that the gender gap for college enrollment is striking, with men now trailing women in higher education at record levels. Last year, women made up 60% of college students while men accounted for only 40%, according to statistics from the National Student Clearinghouse. College enrollment in the United States has declined by 1.5 million students over the past five years, with men accounting for 71% of that drop. One of the reasons the data points to is the lack of a male mentor in the lives of these young men.

The MILE program is funded by private donations and grants in our community with the support of Hartnell College. 

WE NEED MILE MENTORS
The mentor component is crucial for MILE scholars.  We are looking for mentors to guide this new cohort of students through the next year. If you are interested in becoming a MILE mentor, please fill out this MILE MENTOR FORM. Thank you for your commitment to our students.

IRA ALERT!
Know Your IRA Options

For a long time, IRAs had two purposes — deposit money into them, and when retirement comes, take money out. However, in recent years, Congress expanded your opportunities and your ability to save money with your IRA distributions. Know your options before you do anything with your IRA. 

Congress has made many changes to IRA laws recently, giving you new choices, including: 

  • Delaying required distributions to age 73 
  • Making a one-time gift to form
    a charitable remainder trust or charitable remainder annuity trust 
  • Making a one-time gift to a nonprofit to form a charitable gift annuity and get cash back for life 


Turn your IRA’s qualified charitable distribution (QCD) into cash for life through a charitable gift annuity or charitable trust. Both offer you attractive lifetime payments. There are simple restrictions, but we can help you. This is so good you can do it only once. 

What will your legacy be?

If you are thinking about naming the Hartnell College Foundation in your estate plans, contact either our Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446, or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903. To make a gift in support of Hartnell students, go to: https://hartnellfoundation.org/donate-now/ 

Hartnell Students Find Art, Culture, and Mentorship

Dear donors and supporters,

If you are like me, you are taking advantage of the summer months to enjoy quick getaways with family and friends. For some of you, it’s time to make up for those trips put on hold due to the pandemic. Good for you!

Here at the Hartnell College Foundation, we continue to work diligently for our students and for our community. We are delivering top-notch programming that supports students year-round, providing them with the support they need to continue with their educational pursuits.

Below, read about two programs that are enhancing the educational experience of our students. With your support, we can reach more students and together, change more lives for the better.

Be well,


Jacqueline Cruz
Vice President of Advancement and Development
Executive Director, Hartnell College Foundation
(831) 444-2446 mobile

THE BORONDA SCHOLARS 2023
Finding Art and Culture in Hawaii

It was an exciting time for seven Hartnell Students selected as the 2023 Boronda Scholars. From May 28 thru June 11, they traveled to Hawaii, where they visited the Big Island, Maui, and Oahu.

“For six of the students, it was their first time in Hawaii,” said Dr. Lee Ritscher, faculty in charge. “They were blown away by this experience.”

Dr. Ritscher and the scholars were accompanied by Professor Dan Peterson as the second coordinator of the trip.

Their search for culture and the arts began on the Big Island. The group visited Hilo, Volcanoes National Park, Rainbow Falls, Kona, and more. Then they continued to Maui, where they experienced the Road to Hana, with many stops along the way, went up to Haleakala, and visited artsy Lahaina. Next was Oahu, where arts and culture followed them everywhere they went – a walking tour in Chinatown, Pearl Harbor, the Honolulu Museum of Art, The Actors’ Group Uncle Vanya performance, snorkeling, and of course, a luau (pictured). They found the islands were rich in dance, song, culture, the arts, and history.

The Sylvano and Maria Boronda International Study Program was established in 1985 and has taken students to South America, Central America, Asia, Europe, and Africa, as well as various locations in the United States. In his will, Lester D. Boronda specified that the recipients were to be students of unusual promise in the arts, namely painting, sculpture, architecture, literature, drama, music, or dance.

Students selected for the Boronda Program study and travel under the direction of a Hartnell College instructor. The scholarship includes paid expenses for air and ground transportation, lodging, meal allowance, and accident insurance.

Dr. Lee, a four-time Boronda trip coordinator, shared that all the scholars showed gratitude for this experience. “They enjoyed this trip so much. They said that although Hawaii is part of the United States, it felt like a completely foreign place. They agree it was a life-changing opportunity they will never forget.”

The scholars learned a lot about current and past cultures and civilizations. They enjoyed their time on the three islands and in the end, most of them purchased a Ukulele to play and to remind them of this amazing experience.

In photo – Back L to R: Dan Petersen, Jose Hernandez, Mauro Medrano, and Ivan Ramirez. Front L to R: Amanda Hernandez, Lee Ritscher, Montserrat Ayala, Rubicela Barrios, and Noelle Proud.

INTENTIONAL MENTORSHIP
50 WELI Scholars Selected for Life-Changing Mentorship

The Hartnell College Foundation is proud to announce that 50 scholars have been selected as part of this year’s Women’s Education & Leadership Institute (WELI) at Hartnell College. This is possible thanks to a grant from The Peggy & Jack Baskin Foundation and supporters in the community.

The WELI scholars are current Hartnell students who will participate in three workshops and receive a scholarship of $2,500. In addition, this program has a mentorship component. Each scholar will be matched with a mentor with whom they will interact for an entire year.

“This is a great opportunity for these women to receive professional mentorship from other women in our community,” said Dr. Gabriela Lopez, Director of Student Affairs, Office of Equity Programs. “They will learn to have a sense of belonging, a sense of empowerment, a sense of agency that will propel them to the next level.”

Dr. Lopez, pictured, is excited to have Nena Anguiano as this year’s workshop facilitator. She comes with over 30 years of experience working in education and shows a strong sense of familiarity with the challenges and struggles college students experience.

WELI was founded in early 2011 by community leaders who saw a need to advance the education and economic status of women and families in Monterey County. The WELI program consists of summer leadership training, an on-campus, student-led WELI Club, powerful mentorship with community leaders, and a $2,500 financial award per student, making this a life-changing experience. Since its inception, the WELI program has graduated more than 250 scholars and granted approximately $500,000 in scholarships. 

“WELI provided me with a supportive environment where I connected with other
women who shared similar experiences and aspirations as me,” said WELI scholar Maricarmen Gonzalez. “WELI was not just a financial support, but a community where I found comfort and friendship in facing challenges and seeking personal growth.” 

WE NEED WELI MENTORS!

Empower and inspire the next generation of women leaders as a WELI Mentor in 2023! WELI believes in nurturing and supporting the growth and success of our students through life skills training, financial support, and mentorship.

As a WELI Mentor, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by sharing your experience, expertise, and passion for lifelong learning with a WELI scholar. By being a role model and guiding force, you’ll empower and encourage your scholar to reach their full potential and overcome challenges along the way.

Mentor matches are carefully crafted based on the unique career aspirations and personal characteristics of both mentors and scholars. Whether you’re just starting your journey or have years of experience to share, we welcome your involvement in this empowering movement.

If you’re interested in making a difference as a WELI Mentor, please FILL THIS FORM TODAY! Help us cultivate the future of strong and successful women!

IRS NEWS!
The AFR is increasing to 5% in August

The IRS has released the Applicable Federal Rate for the month of August 2023. Each month the Service surveys hundreds of interest rates for various financial instruments and publishes the rate that is applicable for charitable deduction calculations. The rate for August is 5.0%. The AFR will update automatically in your Crescendo software. 

When calculating the tax deduction for a charitable gift, the IRS permits the use of the applicable Federal Rate for the current month or one of the two prior months. For charitable remainder unitrusts, annuity trusts, and gift annuities, the highest Applicable Federal Rate will produce the largest charitable tax deduction. However, for seniors who create gift annuities and do not itemize, the lowest Applicable Federal Rate will produce the highest tax-free payout. For lead trusts and life estates reserved, the lowest Applicable Federal Rate is the most favorable.

Contact Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446, or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903 to help you create a blended gift strategy to achieve your goals while supporting our mission. 

What will your legacy be?

If you are thinking about naming the Hartnell College Foundation in your estate plans, contact either our Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446, or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903. To make a gift in support of Hartnell students, go to: https://hartnellfoundation.org/donate-now/ 

Gift Legacy eNewsletter- 3/1/23

Dear donors and supporters,

What a great day we had on Saturday!

The Women’s Education & Leadership Institute (WELI) Spring Soirée was a brilliant success thanks to the leadership of Co-Chairs Monica Tovar and Sharon Dilbeck. I am so thankful to our guests and sponsors for making this event one to remember.

Our lovely emcee, Andrea Bailey, did a great job keeping the event on point and on time. We are so appreciative of Andrea’s and Chevron’s commitment to higher education. Andrea is the Public Affairs Representative, Corporate Affairs for Chevron.

Our speakers were amazing! Thank you, Lina Gomez, for your insights on entrepreneurship; Esmeralda Owen for your commitment to mentorship; Tama Bistrian and Alla Zeltser for teaching us about forging friendships; and Drea Blackwell for showing us how to break barriers.

And to wrap things up with a red ribbon, WELI Scholar Alumna Maricarmen Gonzalez brought us to tears as she told her story and how mentorship changed her life. Enjoy her story below.

As always, thank you for your support and for your commitment to helping our students.

Jackie Cruz
Vice President, Advancement and Development
Executive Director, Hartnell College Foundation
(831) 444-2446
jcruz@hartnell.edu

THE POWER OF MENTORSHIP A WELI Scholar Shares her Journey

The Women’s Education & Leadership Institute (WELI) Spring Soirée was held on Saturday, February 25, 2023, inside the Willard Lewallen STEM Center Building. The day was dressed in pinks, lilacs, and all the beautiful colors of the rainbow. One of the highlights of the day was the heartfelt speech by WELI Scholar Alumna Maricarmen Gonzalez.

As an undocumented, first-generation, and Latina student, she said her academic journey has not been easy. She encountered many obstacles and had to put herself first by advocating for herself toward the goals she wanted to accomplish.

“WELI provided me with a supportive environment where I connected with other women who shared similar experiences and aspirations as me,” she said. “WELI was not just financial support, but a community where I found comfort and friendship in facing challenges and seeking personal growth.”

Maricarmen, 22, grew up in Soledad and attended Soledad High School. She graduated in 2019 and immediately started her college career at Hartnell College. Because she completed college classes via concurrent enrollment and dual enrollment during high school, she graduated with three degrees in business administration, communication studies, and economics from Hartnell in 2021.  She is currently in her last semester at Sacramento State University majoring in business marketing.

“I feel incredibly fortunate to have been paired with Esmeralda Owen, who I now consider one of my role models. I still remember when I first saw her, I wanted her as my mentor!” she said. “Having her as a mentor has been a life-changing experience and I am honored now to have the privilege of working in her company and learning from her every day.”

Maricarmen is the Marketing and PR Coordinator for Precious Stone PR Inc. She started as an intern and quickly moved her way up. In addition, she is the spokesperson for public service announcements in Spanish for Monterey County Behavioral Health.

WELI’s focus on leadership, teamwork and personal development helps scholars personally and professionally. “I feel more confident and capable as a leader, and I am excited to bring these skills to both my academic and professional pursuits,” she said. “WELI has opened doors for me, and I am grateful for the connections I have made throughout and after this program.”

In May, Maricarmen will graduate with a bachelor’s degree. She is eager to continue her journey in marketing and television to use her passion and expertise to connect with people, share stories, and make a difference in her community. In addition, she looks forward to planning a wedding with her fiancée, Chris.

ABOUT WELI
The Women’s Education & Leadership Institute (WELI) was founded in early 2011 by community leaders who saw a need to advance the education and economic status of women and families in Monterey County. The WELI program consists of summer leadership training, an on-campus, student-led WELI Club, powerful mentorship with community leaders, and a $2,500 financial award per student, making this a life-changing experience.

Since its inception, the WELI program has graduated more than 250 scholars and granted approximately $500,000 in scholarships. To support WELI, call us at 831-755-6810.

DONOR ADVISED FUNDS A Simple Tool to Manage Your Giving

Are you interested in simplifying the management of your charitable giving?  Would you like to maximize your income tax savings and minimize capital gains taxes?  Would you like to accomplish your current and future charitable giving goals with one simple tool?

If so, consider some of the advantages of using a simple, convenient, versatile means of gifting—the donor-advised fund (DAF), the fastest-growing vehicle for charitable giving in recent years.
-ESTABLISH it in a few minutes with a simple application
-MANAGE your charitable giving through one easy-to-use giving tool
-SUPPORT several charities with one gift
-MAXIMIZE your income tax savings and minimize capital gains taxes

If you want to learn more about donor-advised funds, contact Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446, or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903.

What will your legacy be?

If you are thinking about naming the Hartnell College Foundation in your estate plans, contact our Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446 or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903. To make a gift in support of Hartnell students, go to: https://hartnellfoundation.org/donate-now/ 

Gift Legacy eNewsletter 2/15/23


Dear donors and supporters,

Valentine’s Day was yesterday, but we are celebrating love and friendship all month long! Receive warm hugs and best wishes from all of us here at the Hartnell College Foundation.

This month we are getting ready for the Women’s Education and Leadership Institute’s (WELI) Soirée. If you have not purchased your tickets, you can do so by clicking HERE. You will be inspired by our alumna speaker, our guest speakers, and our WELI Committee Co-Chair. The impact of this program is immense in our community.

And did you hear that Party in the Library is back IN the library? We are beyond the moon to return to this model, which promises to be elegant and beautiful. For more information and to become a sponsor, click HERE.

Wishing you a wealth of health and love today and always!

Be well,

Jackie Cruz
Vice President, Advancement and Development
Executive Director, Hartnell College Foundation
(831) 444-2446
jcruz@hartnell.edu

The Alfred Diaz-Infante Memorial Legacy Scholarship Endowment Yesenia Marquez Padilla is one of seven scholars

“I believe that things happen for a reason,” said Hartnell College Alumna Yesenia Marquez Padilla. “Hartnell was put in my path for a reason and I am so glad they were there for me.”

Marquez Padilla, 24, has reason to celebrate and be thankful. On February 2, 2023, she was one of six Alfred Diaz-Infante Memorial Legacy Scholars to be celebrated at the CHISPA annual event, along with one Diaz-Infante Family Scholar. She graduated from Hartnell in May 2022 and transferred to CSU Bakersfield as a Political Science and Pre-Law major. She is set to graduate in December 2023. Alfred Diaz-Infante was the CEO of CHISPA (Community Housing Improvement Systems and Planning Association) for 24 years, making the event the perfect occasion to announce the recipients of his scholarship.  

“I learned to love the law system in this country, although the justice system has flaws. I want to be a catalyst for change,” she said. “I want migrant students to know that there are many opportunities for them, and I want to be a resource for them and their parents.”

Yesenia is from Castroville. She has three siblings. Her parents came from Jalisco, Mexico and her mom is also a Hartnell alumna.

“I am so proud of my mom!” she said. “She is not only a cancer survivor, but she graduated from Hartnell with me last year; we got to walk together at graduation. It was special.”

In 2016, Yesenia graduated from North Monterey County High School in Castroville and went on to Cal State University East Bay. During a trip to Mexico, she fell ill and had to immediately undergo surgery for appendicitis, and later her gallbladder was removed. She could not travel back to the United States and had to remain in Mexico for one year for proper healing.

“I have always been determined to finish school and I went through my illness with lots of stress because of all the delays with my education plan,” she said. “It was not easy to transition from a university to a community college – for a while, I felt a lot of shame for taking so much time to pick up the pieces and continue.”

But she held her head up high and turned the situation into a positive outcome. As a member of her local LULAC, she raised $10,000 for scholarships, became the Reina Fiestas Patrias 2019, and became a champion for community advocacy and higher education. 

This summer, Marquez Padilla will be preparing for her LSATs, the admissions test required by most schools of law.

“I want to make my America better,” she said.

When she has free time from her studies, Yesenia loves to try new foods, travel, explore architecture, dance, play with makeup, hike, and more.

Congratulations to all the 2023 Alfred Diaz-Infante Memorial Legacy Fund Scholars and the 2023 Diaz-Infante Family Fund Scholar! The Hartnell College Foundation is proud of you and looks forward to your contributions to our communities as you become brilliant professionals in your fields of study.

ENDOWED GIFT AND BEQUEST A strategy to support the causes you care about, now and forever!

Have you ever heard the phrase “blended gift” and wondered what that meant? A blended gift is a combination of a current gift and a planned gift. It is a way to support the causes that you care about and make your giving go further.

A giving strategy that may appeal to you is a blended gift that consists of an endowed gift and a charitable bequest made in your will or trust. An “endowed gift and bequest” can help you achieve your goals. You can provide for your family, meet your financial goals and support the causes that matter most to you.

A blended gift can maximize the impact of your giving! By carefully balancing your giving today and choosing how to leave a legacy tomorrow, you can see your gift at work now while also knowing your philanthropic work will continue.

For more information on blended gifts, contact Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446, or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903 to guide you through the process.

What will your legacy be?

If you are thinking about naming the Hartnell College Foundation in your estate plans, contact our Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446 or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903. To make a gift in support of Hartnell students, go to: https://hartnellfoundation.org/donate-now/ 

Gift Legacy eNewsletter- 2/1/23

Dear donors and supporters,

The spring semester has started and there is nothing better than to see students back on campus!

I hope you are all doing well and know how much we appreciate you. You ARE making a difference in the lives of many students. The feature story below is a great example of the impact your contributions make. You are providing life-changing opportunities to students like Gabino. His story will amaze you. We are so proud of him and of his achievements already and know that he will go far.

In the weeks and months to come, you will learn about special events to engage you with the campus and with our community. Some of these events include the WELI Soirée and Party IN the Library. Please visit www.hartnellfoundation.org for more details on what’s coming up this year. We would love to see you!

The Foundation Board designates a fund to match new endowments

I am pleased to announce that the Hartnell College Foundation Board has committed to a 1:1 match of up to $200,000 for any new endowments established at the foundation. If you have been thinking about creating a named scholarship or supporting the foundation in perpetuity, Kris Edmunds and I would love to speak with you about this matching fund opportunity.

Wishing you a great week filled with warmth!

Jackie Cruz
Vice President, Advancement and Development
Executive Director, Hartnell College Foundation
(831) 444-2446
jcruz@hartnell.edu

FILLED WITH GRATITUDE
Gabino Guzman goes to Paris

Last year, Gabino Guzman, 20, participated in a summer internship at UC Santa Cruz’s International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) and was part of the team that entered the International Synthetic Biology Competition. They won gold! He was the only Latino, the only Hartnell student, and the only one with parents who work in the fields.

“To be honest, I felt out of place there,” Guzman said. “I felt like I did not bring any value to the team; they were all smarter than me and had a completely different upbringing than me.”

But this changed. In this international competition, the team had to interact with teams in other countries, and thus when La Universidad de Tecnológia de Chihuahua, Mexico connected with the UCSC team, Gabino was the only one who spoke Spanish and translated for the team.

“That was the moment I realized I have traits that are unique to me and that my team celebrated,” he said. “On the last day of the internship, I was invited to join them to present our research in Paris – I was floored!”

He wrote a letter to the Hartnell College Foundation and to his dean asking for a scholarship to support his travel expenses to France. It was a process that had to be approved by the Foundation Board and the College Board of Trustees.  And thus, with all the necessary blessings, Gabino was off to Paris on October 2022.

“I did not even process it up until I was at the Eiffel Tower,” he said. “That’s when I realized I was a long way from home.”

He was there with his team for one week, during which they presented to teams from other countries as shown in the photo with representatives of India. He enjoyed workshops and visiting Paris during their free time.

His team at UCSC worked on producing a protein called “Exendin-4 (Ex-4)” in E.Coli and S. cerevisiae to make Type 2 Diabetes treatment more accessible for under-resourced and socioeconomically disadvantaged communities. Ex-4 is a glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist (GLP1-RA) drug that triggers a response that leads to increased insulin production and sensitivity. Their goal is to produce a bio-encapsulated GLP1-RA Ex-4 that is cost-effective for patients.

“To our donors, thank you for changing my life as a first-generation college student!” He said. “Thank you for believing in me and bringing me a step closer to achieving my dream of becoming a physician-scientist.”

Guzman graduated from Soledad High School in 2020 and began his college career at Hartnell College that same year. When he graduates in May 2024, he will have earned associate degrees in biology, physics, chemistry, and math. His goal is to become a physician-scientist and earn an MD and a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering. He gives credit to his support programs in MESA, TRiO, and MILE (Men’s Institute of Leadership and Education) for having the drive and motivation to keep going.

“My TRiO director, Manuel Bersamin, is always encouraging me,” he said. “He was there when for a moment I doubted myself and he reassured me that I am meant to do great things with my life – I am infinitely thankful to him and to MESA for believing in me.”

Although he has a busy academic life and work schedule with MESA, Gabino finds time to read classical books and philosophy, and he enjoys playing chess and working out. He has a little brother and two half-sisters.

“Hartnell was the best choice for me and I hope many others take advantage of a local community college that provides all you need to succeed,” he said. “I have struggled, but I have taken advantage of all the resources here, I have put in the work, and I am succeeding.”

Gabino says that his parents are proud of him and that his dad tells him how he never imagined he would get a son who is such a hard worker. “It is a nice feeling to hear my dad be so proud,” he added.

A CHARITABLE BEQUEST 
The Benefits of an IRA Bequest 

One type of bequest to consider is a bequest from your IRA. If you leave your IRA to your children, your heirs could face a significant tax. Talk with your estate planner about the types of assets to leave to your family that can produce little or no tax. Then consider making a bequest of your IRA to us. We will receive the full proceeds free of tax and can use this gift to help further our mission.

BEQUEST BENEFITS
A charitable bequest is an easy way for you to help us in our work and benefit. Here are some of the benefits of bequest giving:
• It costs you nothing today to make a bequest
• Your bequest can be changed down the road
• You can still benefit your heirs with specific gifts • A bequest may produce estate tax savings
• You can leave a legacy through a bequest

HOW TO MAKE A BEQUEST
A bequest is one of the easiest gifts you can make to significantly impact our work. Your estate planning attorney can include a provision in your will that leaves a lasting gift to our organization. Your bequest could be a gift of specific assets (such as a vehicle, artwork, or coin collection), a dollar amount ($100, $1,000, or 10,000), or a percentage of your estate (3%, 10%, or even 25%). A bequest could also be made from the residue of your estate or what is left after all gifts have been made to your heirs.

Contact Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446, or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903 to guide you through.

What will your legacy be?

If you are thinking about naming the Hartnell College Foundation in your estate plans, contact our Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446 or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903. To make a gift in support of Hartnell students, go to: https://hartnellfoundation.org/donate-now/ 

Gift Legacy eNewsletter 1/25/23


Dear donors and supporters,

We continue to celebrate you and the power of philanthropy; with this in mind, I invite you to be a part of one of our signature events where philanthropy is witnessed in a lively way: The Women’s Education & Leadership Institute Spring Soirée on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Hartnell College. Tickets are available by clicking HERE.

This event will bring together business and community leaders to support the Women’s Education & Leadership Institute (WELI). Join us in promoting the economic prosperity of women through higher education. This important event will fund the WELI endowment, ensuring this invaluable support is available to the women of this community for generations to come.

WELI was founded in early 2011 by community leaders who saw a need to advance the education and economic status of women and families in Monterey County. The WELI program consists of summer leadership training, an on-campus, student-led WELI club, a powerful mentorship with community leaders, and a $2,500 financial award per student, making this a life-changing experience.

The WELI Soiree will be held in the Willard Lewallen STEM Center from 1:30 to 4:00 PM. The program will be emceed by Public Affairs Rep., Corporate Affairs for Chevron, Andrea Bailey, with the following special speakers:

Lina Gomez
Co-Founder of Genesis Freightlines and Maid In America
Entrepreneurship

Esmeralda Owen
Principal, Precious Stone PR INC.
Mentorship

Sandi Eason
COO, Pacific Valley Bank
Time Management

Drea Blackwell
Sports Director, KSBW
Breaking Barriers

Tama Bistrian
Chief Accounting Officer, Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc.
&
Alla Zeltser
Principal and Fundraising Guru, Alla & Co.
Forging Friendships

I am excited to share this line-up with you! Statistics show that supporting WELI scholars in their education will help these women become more financially self-sufficient and pursue meaningful careers. Also of note, a mother’s education level is a strong indicator of the success her daughters and sons will have as adults.

Since its inception in 2011, the WELI program has graduated more than 250 scholars and granted approximately $500,000 in scholarships.

PURCHASE TICKETS
Mix and Mingle • Sip Bubbles • Enjoy Tasty Delights • Be Inspired

As always, thank you for being wonderful supporters!

Jackie Cruz
Vice President, Advancement and Development
Executive Director, Hartnell College Foundation
(831) 444-2446
jcruz@hartnell.edu

What will your legacy be?

If you are thinking about naming the Hartnell College Foundation in your estate plans, contact our Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446 or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903. To make a gift in support of Hartnell students, go to: https://hartnellfoundation.org/donate-now/ 

Gift Legacy eNewsletter 1/18/23

Dear donors and supporters,

Happy new year! May 2023 bring joy and prosperity to you and yours. I hope you have stayed safe during the recent storms. Our thoughts are with those who have experienced loss and uncertainty as a result of our current weather conditions.

In 2022, we celebrated philanthropy in a very special way. We honored David and Susan Gill and the Tanimura Family Foundation for their love of students and the community. You can read about it below.

Here at the Hartnell College Foundation, we are thankful for your support through MC Gives. More students will receive scholarships this year thanks to your support.

There are a lot of initiatives and events already in the works for 2023, including the WELI Soiree on February 25th and Party IN the Library in May. We invite you to be a part of these events as an attendee or as a sponsor. You can also become a member of our President’s Circle by giving $1,000 per year, and you will receive an array of benefits.

The Hartnell College Foundation’s purpose is to cultivate resources that champion student success and support the College District. I personally invite you to continue to be a part of this purpose this year and to witness transformation in our communities.

Jackie Cruz
Vice President, Advancement and Development
Executive Director, Hartnell College Foundation
(831) 444-2446
jcruz@hartnell.edu

GRATITUDE AND GIVING Celebrating Philanthropy

The Hartnell College Foundation is happy to honor the Tanimura Family Foundation and David and Susan Gill as exemplary philanthropists in our community. Both were recognized at the National Philanthropy Day for the Central Coast event in November.

The Gills and their heart
Susan and David Gill are from King City and have been generous donors and engaged volunteers for nonprofit organizations for many years. They have changed lives through their support of education, youth development, health, and the arts. David and Susan play many roles in the community – founders, board members, volunteers, major donors, advisors, event chairs, and strategic planners, which is why being recognized as the 2022 Outstanding Philanthropists of the Year for the Central Coast is so fitting for this dynamic couple. The Hartnell College Foundation was honored to nominate them for this award.

“The Gills exemplify the concept of altruism and philanthropy, serving something greater than yourself, whether it be your community, family, or the world as a whole,” said Jackie Cruz, vice president of advancement and development and executive director for the Hartnell College Foundation. “The deeper purpose in life enriches life itself, and it is a real honor to work with Susan and David to make our community stronger – one student at a time.”

The Gills are get-it-done people and do not seek fanfare or accolades. They lead by example with generosity that inspires others to give. To work with David and Susan is to witness joyful philanthropy in action.

David and Susan Gill have supported the Hartnell College Foundation for 24 years. Their extraordinarily generous lifetime giving to Hartnell has included a broad range of programs, such as seed funds for the King City Education Center and its recent expansion, support of scholarships, athletics, the arts, seed funds for the Agriculture Business, and Technology Center at the Alisal Campus, the Women’s Education and Leadership Institute, and the Foundation’s Party In the Library.

Their contributions extend beyond financial to include their volunteer leadership, service, and fundraising on behalf of the College, which has brought in millions of dollars for students.

David and Susan have both served on the Hartnell College Foundation Board of Directors, for a combined total of 19 years. In these roles, they have provided thoughtful guidance and leadership. Susan was Co-Chair of the successful Hartnell King City Education Center Campaign. The Gills and their friends were the driving force behind this project, which will serve generations to come.

The Hartnell College Foundation’s Party In the Library event would not be the success that it is without Susan Gill. She has played a role in the event since the beginning and chaired or co-chaired for five years. Susan served as the co-chair of Measure T, helping the College secure $167 million dollars to expand higher education and workforce training throughout the Salinas Valley corridor.

David, a recognized leader in the agriculture industry, is the chair of Hartnell’s President’s Agriculture Steering Committee, helping the College work in partnership with the agriculture community. The Gills are involved in every major philanthropic effort in South County, and many are County-wide.

The Tanimura Family Foundation sees community as family
It is said that there are only a few family legacies that have embedded their roots into California’s soil like that of Tanimura & Antle. Since patriarchs George Tanimura and Bob Antle joined together in 1982, the name has risen to one synonymous with innovation, intention, and sustainability. The Tanimura Family Foundation has played an equally vital role in the Central Coast communities through its philanthropy. This made them the natural choice for recognition as the 2022 Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation of the Year for the Central Coast when nominated by the Hartnell College Foundation.

“The Tanimura Family Foundation is an exceptional philanthropic partner. Throughout the years, they have provided vital seed funds for some of the most important and innovative work that exists today for our students and community,” said Cruz. “Their unwavering commitment to education is at the core of their foundation values and we are immensely grateful for their partnership.”

“The mission of the Foundation is to encourage education,” said Kerry Varney, executive director for the Tanimura Family Foundation. “We want to give back to the workforce so their children can get educated and perhaps come back and work for Tanimura & Antle in an administrative position.”

The Tanimura Family Foundation has been a tremendous partner to the Hartnell College Foundation, granting a total of $1.1 million since 2007. It has provided funding for a broad range of programs, including capital support for Hartnell’s Soledad and Castroville campuses, and funding for annual and endowed scholarships, academic programs, internships, and athletics.

In 2007, the Tanimura Family Foundation transformed the ag program at Hartnell College as a founding member of the Ag Steering Committee and the Agricultural Business and Technology Institute housed at the East Alisal Campus. Most recently, their significant support of Hartnell’s two new campuses in Soledad and Castroville will allow the College to serve those communities in perpetuity.

The Foundation’s philanthropy expands further into a partnership that supports paid internships for students. The Tanimura Family Foundation has provided annual funding for ag research internships for several years, and then established an endowment for the internship program. During the pandemic, when students faced financial hardships and uncertainties about the future, and when internship opportunities were scarce, the Tanimura Family Foundation was flexible with its endowment, allowing Hartnell College to turn internship opportunities into scholarships for transfer students. Because of this, students did not have to put their future college plans on hold. This is the type of responsive, visionary, and caring philanthropy practiced by the Tanimura Family Foundation.

The Foundation supports multiple organizations and programs on the Central Coast. Since 2011, the Tanimura Family Foundation has provided more than $4 million to the local community in the areas of youth, healthcare, education, community development, and human services.

“The Tanimuras are the most generous, kind, loving, down-to-earth, and humble people you will ever meet,” said Varney. “They love to help people.”

The Hartnell College Foundation thanks The Tanimura Family Foundation and Susan and David Gill for their vision and for their heart for our students.

A PLAN WITH A HEART Explore your options

Welcome to a new year! With a new year, we get the opportunity to look ahead at our options for giving.

Don’t feel torn between supporting family and giving to the causes
you are passionate about. Contact us and begin exploring customized planned giving options created just for you and your circumstances. With a little research and some planning, you will be able to leave a legacy that inspires others for years to come.

To learn about your options, contact Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or call 831-755-6903.

What will your legacy be?

If you are thinking about naming the Hartnell College Foundation in your estate plans, contact our Vice President of Advancement and Development/Executive Director for the Foundation, Jackie Cruz at jcruz@hartnell.edu or call (831) 444-2446 or our Director of Philanthropy, Kristine Edmunds at kedmunds@hartnell.edu or by phone at (831) 755-6903. To make a gift in support of Hartnell students, go to: https://hartnellfoundation.org/donate-now/ 

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