About Us

The Workers' Children's Fund is organized exclusively for charitable purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, and complies with laws related to non-profit corporations. The Fund has no paid staff members, and all tasks related to fundraising, decision-making, and provision of services are performed by an unpaid Board of Directors, or individual volunteers designated by the board. The Board of Directors is currently composed of 15 members, drawn from the fields of social services, law, and accounting. Board members are elected for 3-year terms, and officers of the Board are elected annually.

Workers' Children's Fund Board of Directors

• Steve Arcelona (Vice President)  
• Cheryl Baker (Secretary)
• Brian Baggaley
• Eileen Cavan (President)
• Eric Hoberg (Treasurer and Scholarships)
• Mary Horvers
• Sarah Jimenez
• Bridget Leach
• Evelyn Poates
• Lauren Monson
• Audrey Nauer
• Arlette Smith
• Lark Thomas
• Gloria Samayoa
• Janice Walcott

Towards the Future

The Workers’ Children’s Fund continues to establish itself as a hard-working charity that succeeds in helping many deserving children to pursue their personal interests and dreams. The WCF Board feels confident that residents of the San Francisco Bay Area will continue to support the crucial goals of WCF. The board is also committed to a goal of obtaining corporate under-writing for our largest and best-known fundraiser, the annual softball tournament.

It is the belief of the Workers’ Children’s Fund that no child should be deprived of essential life experiences and enriching activities, even if circumstances around them have created limitations in their family’s financial resources. Dramatic rises in the cost of raising children, and in the cost of programs and services that enhance the experience of childhood, call for continued efforts to make funds available for at-risk children and youth. Additionally, the necessity of a college education as a stepping-stone towards a successful adulthood has never been greater.

Fulfillment of these relatively simple needs can make a significant difference in the lives of foster children and other children receiving child welfare-related services. The Board of Directors is proud of its work at helping children in one of the most culturally and economically diverse cities in the nation. As a new century dawns, the Fund serves as a model of what can happen when concerned community members work together to see that life always provides rewards for children, even those with the fewest material advantages.

“First I got to take karate class, and now I’m taking trumpet lessons. It’s fun and I hope I can keep playing.” - Maurice, age 10 WCF grant recipient

 

"This is Cassandra K. I wanted to thank you very very much for the shoes. Literally I cried when receiving the shoes because I was so happy! I know it sounds cheesy that a person would cry for shoes but I did. I'm so thankful that someone thought about my comfort and safety. I really can't express how grateful I am with words but thank you! Love, Cassandra K." (We'd given her caretaker money to purchase more expensive athletic shoes so that she could participate in sports.)

 

"Dear Social Workers: Thank you for the financial aid that you have sent for my trip to Wrestling Camp in Oregon and the Pinnacle/Outward Bound Program with which I will be backpacking and canoeing in Washington. I am glad to inform you that I have been accepted to both these programs and am very excited to start. Moreover, I have gone to a Ropes Course hosted by the Outward Bound Program to prepare myself for my trip in Washington. There I learned the importance of trusting strangers and following instructions. I am very grateful that I am going to be able to attend the wrestling camp ... Thank you for the opportunity that you have helped me obtain. Sincerely, Chester S."

 

"WCF: Just writing this thank you card/letter to let you guys know how much I appreciate the check for my cheerleading uniform. Thank you. Sincerely, Ashley"