I always ask people where their passions are and what kind of organization they see themselves fitting into, and then use my knowledge of the community to make the connection and introduction.īR: People have to find passion and connection to have the energy to invest in an organization or a cause for the long term - which is what nonprofits need so they can focus on their mission. As an example, I have connected many people to the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara to interview high school seniors and CASA (Court-Appointed Special Advocates) to provide crucial advocacy services.
I am always connecting people with places, and I see that as a valuable contribution in its own way. If an organization speaks to me in a personal way, I am all in … if I cannot provide resources myself I generally play the role of advocate. I always want to be an asset rather than detract from a mission.
What factors go into your decision to give your time or financial support?ĭA: Mostly it is the people, but also it has to feel right. (Adam family photo)īR: My heart has grown three sizes today. Probably the most important part of that experience was the connections … like this one that I have with you, Ben.Īt the Santa Barbara Foundation, Diane Adam is proud to serve wherever needed.
DISCOVERY MUSEUM SANTA MARIA PROFESSIONAL
I was always in awe of the people we got to interact with and the professional way they all treated us. I learned about presence and etiquette, and I learned the necessity of gathering a great team. How did participating in the Katherine Harvey Fellows Program affect you?ĭA: Being a Fellow showed me the value of a community foundation like the Santa Barbara Foundation. I feel like that program really developed my understanding of nonprofit work, philanthropy and investing in our community in strategic ways. I have found that I am more of a people person and less of a microscope person.īR: I first got to know you when we were in the same Katherine Harvey Fellows class. Since my girls came along, I have been retired from laboratory work, but I have always loved all of my subsequent “jobs” - whether at a school or in the community. I am married to Kerry Adam and have two daughters (Mattie, 22, and Meryl, 20). I have a degree in Microbiology/Medical Technology and spent my career in the laboratory at French Hospital (in San Luis Obispo) and Marian Regional Medical Center (Santa Maria). I continued on through local schools and to Colorado State University. Diane Adam as a kindergartener at Nipomo Elementry School in Nipomo.
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