In 2006, the Orfalea Foundation approached the two-year-old Women's Fund of Santa Barbara with an exciting offer. Because they liked the collective giving concept and the quality of the Fund's volunteer-driven research, and to help attract more members, Orfalea offered to match Women's Fund member donations. Since 2006, the Orfalea Foundation has donated more than $925,000 to the Women's Fund – matching our member contributions for three of those years to help stimulate the membership growth we enjoy today. While no longer matching member dollars, Orfalea remains a committed supporter.