Benefactors Society Members
The Benefactors Society recognizes the exceptional generosity of our compassionate supporters who share in the urgency of our mission and have chosen to support Cancer Support Community at leadership levels.
Benefactors and Patrons, both individual and corporate, provide invaluable resources to Cancer Support Community, enhancing CSC’s ability to assist members in our community facing cancer.
Because of your vision and generosity, your gift to the Benefactors Society will provide the foundation and inspiration necessary to sustain, expand and enhance our programs and services.
Cancer Support Community extends its gratitude to the following Benefactors and Patrons:
Corporate Benefactors ($30,000+ Annually)
Benefactors ($24,000+ Annually)
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Melissa Alcorn/DFA Family Holdings
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Rosemari Annear
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Karen and Tom Capehart
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Leslie and Scott Gaudineer
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The Havner Family Foundation
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Ellen and Harvey Knell *
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Terri and Jerry Kohl
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Shelley Allen and Bob Kohorst
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San Marino Motor Classic
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Lee and Mickey Segal
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The Valenta Family
*Lead Founding Benefactors
Patrons ($12,000 – $23,999 Annually)
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Terry Beyer
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Bonnie and John DeWitt
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Vicki Laidig
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Gloria Podres and George Mack
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Julia and Mark Meahl
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Serge Melkizian
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Dana and Mike Naples
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Gunde & Ernest Posey
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Sue and Steve Ralph
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Susan and Jack Reynolds
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Ellen and Harvey Knell *
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Marcia and Elliot Sainer
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Terri and Jerry Kohl
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Shelley Allen and Bob Kohorst
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Susan and Steve Silk
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Charlotte Streng
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Lee and Mickey Segal
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Susie and Brad Talt
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Ruth C. Williamson, M.D.
The power of your charitable giving at a leadership level cannot be overestimated.
We invite you to join the 2026 Benefactors Society!
$30,000+Annually Benefactor
With a $30,000 annual gift or more, you will be recognized as a Corporate Benefactor in Cancer Support Community’s Benefactors Society.
All Corporate Benefactors receive the following benefits during their membership year:
- Brand Recognition
- Exclusive Event Access
- Media and PR Exposure
- Marketing Opportunities
- Social Media Recognition
- Employee Engagement
- Invitation to Benefactors Society Appreciation Dinner
$24,000+Annually Benefactor
With a $24,000+ annual gift, you will be recognized as a Benefactor in Cancer Support Community’s Benefactors Society.
All Benefactors receive the following benefits during their membership year:
- 12 months of recognition on CSC collateral such as our website, event communications, quarterly newsletters, program calendars, Annual Report, etc.
- Angel Gala: 10 complimentary tickets plus sponsor benefits*
- Sip, Savor & Support: 10 complimentary tickets plus sponsor benefits*
- Invitation to Benefactors Society Appreciation Dinner
$12,000-23,999 Annually Patron
With a $12,000 – $23,999 annual gift, you will be recognized as a Patron in Cancer Support Community’s Benefactors Society.
All Patrons receive the following benefits during their membership year:
- 12 month of recognition on CSC collateral such as our website, event communications, quarterly newsletters, program calendars, Annual Report, etc.
- Patron’s choice: Angel Gala OR Sip, Savor & Support: 10 complimentary tickets plus sponsor benefits*
- Invitation to Benefactors Society Appreciation Dinner
Cancer Support Community uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care.
CSC is a nonprofit public benefit corporation organized under the laws of the State of California, and is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Tax ID: 95-4201985


