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A prestigious collective of leaders whose generosity upholds and shapes every facet of our work - just as a cornerstone provides strength, stability, and alignment to the structure it supports.

The 1884 Cornerstone Society is Children & Families First's most distinguished fellowship. It's members are the individuals and families whose visionary leadership and commitment to build capacity deserve recognition as the cornerstone of our mission and work.

In 1884, members of our community came together, laying the foundation for the organization we have become today - and beginning a legacy of caring individuals working together, dedicated to improving the lives of children and families.

Today, our ability to adapt, innovate, and continuously improve our practices to meet the evolving needs of those we serve is upheld by these generous donors whose annual commitment totals $1884 or more.

Membership

​Membership is extended to individuals and families whose total contributions equal $1,884 or more within a 12-month period, beginning on the date of their gift. Membership is active for one full year from the time of giving and is renewed on a rolling basis.

Membership Levels:

Stewards - $1884 to $2499
Protectors - 
$2500 to $4999
Guardian Silver
$5000 to $9999
Guardian Gold* - 
$10,000+

Membership Benefits:

  • Name listing on our virtual Gratitude Wall

  • Members-only social gatherings

  • Exclusive, limited-access mission aligned tours

  • Invitations to and special recognition at CFF's Annual Meeting

  • Personalized updates on your impact from our leadership team.

  • Member-exclusive bi-annual Cornerstone Chronicle newsletter

*Members who make an annual gift of $5000 or more earn special recognition as Guardians of The Cornerstone Society, our most generous philanthropic leaders demonstrating exceptional commitment to guarding the health, well-being and prosperity of our children, families and communities. These members are availed to additional benefits custom built to match their philanthropic goals. 

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Gratitude Wall

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Happy Difference Foundation

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The Connolly Family Foundation

Karl and Kristin Bennett

Robert and Suzanne DeSantis
John Collins and State Senator Tizzy Lockman
Robert and Enid Hirst

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Larry Gehrke
William and Melissa Lafferty
The Honorable Maryellen Noreika
James and Kathleen Patton

Raben-Martelli Family Fund

Janice Rowe Tigani, Esq.
Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert S. Scarborough III
Jeff and Andrea Sills

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Sherry and Jon Brilliant

Don C. Brown and Lynne Howard

Bill and Ann Bowlsbey

Clark and Donna Collins

Doug Doren and Deborah Ehrenthal

Jennifer and Jason Hann-Deschaine

Drs. William and Barbara Jaffee
The Honorable Mary and Mr. William Johnston

Peg Kates

Diane & Harry Levin Foundation
Mary Valiente and Nick O'Neill

Bonnie White

For More Information

Kiera McGillivray, LMFT

Chief Development & Partnerships Officer

302-545-0689

kiera.mcgillivray@cffde.org

Every child deserves a champion.

Will it be you?

DONATE TODAY!

Children & Families First

302-658-5177

info@cffde.org

Administrative Headquarters

555 Justison Street

Wilmington, DE 19801

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