The Orinda Community Foundation recently released a list of 21 organizations selected this year for grants. Many of the grants are for arts and performances, including the annual Fourth of July Celebration, Lamorinda Idol, Pacific Chamber Orchestra, Orinda Starlight Village Players, Art in Public Places, Live at Orinda at the Orinda Theatre, Park and Rec Concerts and Movies in the Park, the Lamorinda Film Festival and the newly inaugurated Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Other grants are for volunteer services, including Seniors around Town and Meals on Wheels. In addition, grants went to The Joaquin Moraga Adobe, The Orinda News, The Tabor Sister City Foundation, Miramonte Writing Contest, The Lamorinda Village, Women's Garden Club, Historical Society, Mindful Littles, Park and Rec Teen Events and Park and Rec Seniors. |