Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara Board Chair Jamie Dufek and Commission for Women (First District) Commissioner Geordie Scully

The Board of Supervisors of Santa Barbara County has adopted a resolution recognizing the Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara (WFSB) as the 2023 Commission for Women Service Award Recipient for the First District.

The Commission for Women promotes the equitable and equal status, and well-being of women in Santa Barbara County. First District Commissioner Geordie Scully presented the award to WFSB Chair Jamie Dufek. Das Williams, Chair of the County Board of Supervisors, expressed his support of the Women’s Fund and acknowledged the investment it has been making in the community.

Video clips from March 21, 2023 County Board of Supervisors meeting:

Presentation of 2023 Women Service Award
 

WFSB Board Chair Jamie Dufek #1
 

WFSB Board Chair Jamie Dufek #2
 

First District Supervisor Das Williams

Community Service Awards

Many outstanding organizations help shape Santa Barbara County, particularly those who advocate for women in need. To recognize, honor and celebrate the achievements of these organizations, the Santa Barbara County Commission for women established the Commission for Women Service Awards, which is celebrated annually.

The recipients demonstrate their commitment and service to the Santa Barbara Community 365 days of the year and the Commission takes pride in shining the spotlight on them. One organization is honored from each of the five Supervisory districts. 

Lori Goodman of Isla Vista Youth Projects (IVYP - soon to become “LEAP”) received the 2023 Commission for Women Service Award for the Second District. IVYP received grants from the Women’s Fund in 2008, 2013, 2016, and 2019.