Pebble Beach Company Foundation is dedicated to providing access to superior educational opportunities for every youth in Monterey County. That includes working to provide them with a strong foundation in order to be successful during that education. Toxic stress experienced during childhood has been linked to several relational, educational and learning difficulties. In school, effects include trouble concentrating and engaging during class, incomplete homework assignments, dropping out of school and learning disabilities. Extensive research has demonstrated that adequate doses of safe, supportive and nurturing relationships and environments can help mitigate the development of toxic stress, as well as its physical and behavioral manifestations. Beyond providing critical services and programs to the youth of Monterey County, the Foundation’s grantees provide youth with a team of caring and stable adults, helping to ensure programs are successful. For the Foundation, creating caring connections also includes working with community leaders, organizations and donors to build awareness on key issues and advocate effective solutions. Throughout the report, you will find stories of caring connections and the commitment to ensuring the best possible future for Monterey County youth. 2020 Annual Report 3 Caring Connections 2020 was a difficult year that brought many new challenges to Monterey County. Pebble Beach Company Foundation found meaningful ways to engage and support the community throughout the year. Below are some of the unique ways that the Foundation was able to give back to the community beyond our usual grantmaking. • Donated to United Way for COVID-19 relief • Donated to Monterey County Fire Relief Fund • Donated to local food banks • Expanded Little Free Libraries program • Delivered fresh veggie boxes to local families • Provided culinary treats to frontline workers • Hosted Healthcare Heroes Golf Tournament 2 OurPurpose A caring and connected community where every child has an opportunity to succeed Our Vision Education changes lives. We are committed to funding quality educational programs and awarding scholarships and financial aid to benefit Monterey County students, from pre-kindergarten to post-graduate levels. These funds provide access to opportunities and experiences that deepen, broaden, and expand their world. Our Mission To provide quality educational opportunities for Monterey County youth. Monterey County Free Libraries Community Partnership for Youth The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members. — CORETTA SCOTT KING In recent months, the Pebble Beach Company Foundation Board of Directors has performed a self-evaluation of its current grantmaking model. We have concluded that, in order to make a greater impact on issues facing Monterey County youth, a more proactive role could lead to even greater impact. The Foundation is dedicated to addressing the most pressing needs of the community through a newly developed framework of awareness, advocacy and action. Currently, we are addressing the first step, awareness, which has prompted discussions with key educators, teachers, youth leaders and local nonprofits to identify the most critical issues impacting youth education in Monterey County. We believe this framework will provide a caring and connected community where every child has an opportunity to succeed. A Unique Year of Giving
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