1st Annual Spirit of Philanthropy Awards

Honoring

The James Irvine Foundation

Pacific Western Bank

Dr. Seuss Enterprises

for outstanding commitment to education and community

About RAPSA’s Spirit of Philanthropy Awards

RAPSA honors those individuals, corporations, and public or private foundations for their commitment to educational excellence. As schools strive to meet the needs of our changing economy and workforce, RAPSA believes that community partners can serve as mentors to educational leaders.  It is in the spirit of that collaboration that RAPSA presents these awards.

2010 Award Recipients

The James Irvine Foundation

The mission of The James Irvine Foundation is to expand opportunity for the people of California to participate in a vibrant, successful and inclusive society.  Established in 1937, James Irvine Foundation expands opportunity, whether it is by helping youth navigate critical transitions in their lives, by fostering creativity and nurturing a rich cultural environment, or by improving decision making on critical issues facing California today and into the future.

Pacific Western Bank

Pacific Western Bank is the 17th largest commercial bank headquartered in California out of over 300 financial institutions, with $5.5 billion in assets as of September 30, 2009. For over 27 years, Pacific Western Bank has served small and medium-sized businesses and their principals throughout California. Today, Pacific Western Bank has over 950 employees and 68 full-service branches throughout Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Mateo, San Francisco and Ventura Counties.

Dr. Seuss Enterprises

Dr. Seuss Enterprises was established by Audrey Geisel to protect the Seuss profile and legend.  Geisel is a fervent philanthropist, donating to literacy and arts programs, among others.  Ms. Geisel oversees each project, always considering Ted Geisel’s wishes and dreams.