Who We Are
Founded in 2005 to raise funds that will be used to educate, inspire and advance the community for the greatest common good.
What We've Done
Projects include the miniature horse at the Parnell Park Zoo, the Whittier Police Memorial & currently the Greenway Trail Fitness Project.
Fundraisers
Our fundraisers include Police Memorial Campaign, Whittier Spooktacular 5K and Dancing with the Whittier Stars and others!
Fire fighter tribute sculpture
The Whittier Community Foundation is happy to announce that it has begun fundraising to build a Fire Fighter Tribute Sculpture outside of Fire Station 28 on Greenleaf. Our campaign involves raising $160,000 to ensure a display worthy of those who so selflessly serve our community. Two L.A. County firefighters have already posed for our artist, Alanna Roth, who is now hard at work sculpting her second Whittier-installed sculpture. We are grateful that, unlike the Police Memorial, our sculpture is constructed firefighters, and not the result of the greatest sacrifice. This is an unprecedented time in California’s wildfire history- a time when first responders are uppermost in our hearts and minds.
We have raised approximately $70,250 of $160,000 so far
Fall 2018
Our Town Newsletter
NOW ONLINE
** President's Message **
** Boots, Beer & BBQ **
** Fire Fighter Tribute Sculpture **
** Holiday Banner **
** Spooktacular 5K **
** 2018 Dancing Testimonial **
The Whittier Community Foundation was created in 2005 with a mission to support community services activities from the education and enjoyment of the greater Whittier community.
We raise funds year-round through special events such as Dancing with the Whittier Stars, the Spooktacular 5K Walk/Run and our newest fundraiser the Boots, Beer & BBQ at the Quad. We have formed valuable relationships with organizations including the Whittier Host Lions Club and PIH Health as well as businesses and individuals.
To date, we have raised over $700,000 through private donations, grants, and fundraisers. We are proud to have given back to our community in the following ways:
| 2010 | Donated “Duke”, a miniature horse to the Parnell Park Zoo. |
| 2011 | Raised funds, designed and installed the Whittier Police Memorial in front of Police Station. |
| 2012 | Installed new floor at the Whittier Community Center Theatre. |
| 2012 | Installed 12 fitness stations of exercise equipment along the Greenway Trail along with Fit Facts Signs that share healthy living tips. |
| 2013 | Donated “Dinosaur Bones” play equipment to Michigan Park. |
| 2014 | Michigan Park "Dinosaur" |
| 2014 | Donated an inflatable 28-foot outdoor movie screen and speaker systems for summer movies in park. |
| 2014 | Partnered with KaBOOM! to revitalize the playground at Kennedy Park. |
| 2015 | Donated a security camera to the Whittier Police Department. |
| 2015 | Raised funds for the first off-leash dog park in Whittier. |
| 2015 | Raised funds to upgrade the lighting in the Whittier Community Center Theatre. |
| 2015 | Donated an emergency trailer for usage in case of disasters. |
| 2015 | Donated an emergency trailer for usage in case of disasters. |
| 2016 | Partnered with KaBOOM! to revitalize the playground at York Field. |
| 2016 | Funded the Friday Forum Youth program for teens. |
| 2016 | Installed 12 fitness stations at Michigan Park. |
| 2017 | Partnering with KaBOOM to revitalize the playground at Guirado Park. |
| 2017 | Art Exhibit Panels |
| 2017 | Police Canine and car amenities |
| 2017 | Wi-Fi capabilities at Community & Senior Center |
| 2017 | WPOA Benevolent Fund |
| 2017 | City Therapeutic Recreation Program |
| 2017 | Police SWAT Vests |
| 2017 | Police Memorabilia honor Officer Boyer |
| 2018 | Disaster Preparedness - Electric Cart |
| 2018 | Fire Fighter Tribute |
| 2018 | Canine Safety Vests |
| 2018 | DUI Checkpoint Traffic Safety Lighting |
Community Donations through Dancing with the Whittier Stars
American Red Cross (local chapter)
Boys and Girls Club of Whittier
CAPC
Friends of La Serna
Friends of the East Whittier Middle School Instrumental Music Program
Imagine Whitter
La Serna High Keith Boyer Scholarship Fund
Maddie's Closet
PIH Health
Plaza De La Raza
Rio Hondo College Foundation
Studio Danza
Whittier Area Community Church Sports & Recreation Scholarship Fund
Whittier Assistance League
Whittier City School District
Whittier College Center for Engagement with Communities
Whittier Historical Society
Whittier Host Lions Club
Whittier Public Library Foundation
Women's and Children's Crisis Shelter
YMCA
Grand Total: Over $714,000
Our Projects
