Overview
The Martinez Area CERT Foundation raises and distributes funds for the operation of the Martinez Area Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity recognized by the IRS and California Franchise Tax Board to accept tax deductible gifts.
Established in 2021, the Foundation is comprised of a volunteer Board of Directors and at-large community members from the Martinez Area CERT organization sponsored by the Martinez Police Department.
The Foundation operates independent of city and county government. Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws can be found below.
Tax-deductible contributions can be made by sending a check payable to:
Martinez Area CERT Foundation
P.O. Box 2004
Martinez, CA 94553
Our Mission
To raise and distribute meaningful funds that support the operation, training, and community outreach of the Martinez Area Community Emergency Response Team.
Vision
To financially sustain Martinez Area CERT, to provide the greatest good for the greatest number in our community.
Our Board and Officers
- Stephen Andrews
- Penny Bristol-Wendt
- Lucinda Cartwright Secretary
- Ginger Ogden President
- Marissa Smithwick
- Jim Smithwick
- Mike Steele
- Marta Van Loan Treasurer
- Gary Wendt – Bogear
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