St. Francis Foundation Invests $800K Locally

The St. Francis Foundation just handed out $800,000 to 49 local groups on Santa Barbara’s South Coast, fueling programs that nurture mind, body, and soul. For 70 years, this legacy of giving—born from St. Francis Medical Center—has prioritized holistic health, supporting everything from mobile healthcare and organic soup kitchens to nursing scholarships and teen wellness. Executive Director Tina Frontado calls these grants the heart of their mission, investing in nonprofits that deliver direct care, education, and access. The celebration? Held at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, sponsored by Farmers & Merchants Bank, it was a joyful toast to the community heroes making a real difference. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/df0e8b6965bf12ba