| Sara N. Garske, Assistant Vice President, Foundation Services

Sara N. Garske, Assistant Vice President, Foundation Services

Ms. Garske joined First Foundation Inc. in 2008 and is responsible for managing operations for family foundation clients and collaborating with their trusted advisors. In her role as Assistant Vice President of Philanthropy Services, she helps family foundations execute their philanthropic mission through strategic planning, effective grant making, and impact reporting. Her years of experience allow her to provide guidance to multi-generational families navigating their philanthropic journey. Previously, Ms. Garske worked in university advancement at Claremont McKenna College, The University of San Diego, and Chapman University. She has an extensive background in board management, private giving opportunities, program development and evaluation, fundraising, and event planning. Ms. Garske currently serves as the President of Orange County Advisors in Philanthropy. She is passionate about early childhood education and served on the Education Impact Council of the United Way of Orange County and served as Co-Chair of MIND Research Institute’s Orange County Leadership Council. She is a member of Southern California Grantmakers and Orange County Funders Roundtable. Ms. Garske received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and Government with a minor in Business Administration from the University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, Washington. Sara Garske serves as assistant vice president for First Foundation’s foundation services team. In this role, she manages the operations of numerous family foundation clients, helping execute their philanthropic missions through effective grant making and scholarship programs.

Perspectives on Philanthropy

By Sara N. Garske, Assistant Vice President, Foundation Services

| 9/11/18 8:24 AM

Following your heart and passion to transform lives

Do you find yourself wanting more from your philanthropic efforts? Is it daunting to think about which causes to support and ensure your giving makes the greatest impact? We know that giving feels good and there is strong research to support it. But we also know that with so many options to give, people often aren’t able to maximize the effects of their charitable giving activity.

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