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ADVISOR SERVICES<\/h1>\n

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As a partner at<\/span> O\u2019Melveny & Myers<\/b><\/a>, Matt Kline is an accomplished lawyer, but perhaps his most cherished work is as chairperson of the<\/span> Warren Christopher Scholarship<\/b><\/a> committee. He is humbled by the scholars\u2019 journey to overcome adversity while excelling in school and, <\/span>in some ways, he can relate to their journey.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cMy parents were absent during my last years of high school, but I had mentors who shaped my life and helped me succeed,\u201d Matt says.<\/span><\/p>\n

Through mentorship and financial support, 250 Christopher scholars, from more than 120 public high schools in Los Angeles, have pursued their college dreams. Nearly all have gone on to four-year universities with more than 90% receiving their degrees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The scholarship honors former U.S. Secretary of State Warren Christopher who was a partner at O\u2019Melveny. The college scholarship \u201cis awarded to high school sophomores because Chris received a scholarship early in his high school career, and it changed the course of his life,\u201d Matt noted.<\/span><\/p>\n

The firm did not have experience running scholarship funds, so it turned to the California Community Foundation (CCF). While there are organizations that provide services relating to the disbursement of scholarship funds, Matt and his team wanted a dynamic partnership to make the scholarship most impactful.<\/span><\/p>\n

CCF offered extensive expertise in administering scholarship funds and facilitating a smooth application process for students. Staff helped create the scholarship guidelines, along with developing the review and scoring process. Additionally, CCF works with each college\u2019s financial aid office <\/span>to ensure students maximize their awards. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

Most recently, CCF helped the fund respond when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Many scholars could not make rent payments, did not have wi-fi access and some had health issues. Matt worked with CCF to create an emergency relief fund to address the scholars\u2019 most urgent needs.<\/span><\/p>\n

This level of engagement would not be possible without the \u201cdeep and sustained commitment of O\u2019Melveny, three generations of the Christopher family, our very committed board and staff, and CCF and LAUSD,\u201d Matt said. LAUSD teachers, counselors and administrators have been critical in identifying scholarship candidates and mentoring those students.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This ongoing partnership makes the Warren Christopher Scholarship fund one of the most cost-efficient and successful scholarship programs of its kind in the country. With wise investments, key donor support, and minimal overhead costs, the program has awarded more than <\/span>$5 million in scholarships\u2014twice the initial grant.<\/span><\/p>\n

But scholarship money is just the start. With a range of programs throughout the year, \u201cwe have built a robust community,\u201d Matt shares. \u201cLong after graduation our scholars form a network to affect the change that they want to see <\/span>in Los Angeles.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW CCF HELPS CREATE INDIVIDUALLY<\/span> TAILORED SOLUTIONS FOR CLIENTS, VISIT CALFUND.ORG\/ADVISORS.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>[\/vc_section][vc_section full_width=\"stretch_row\" content_placement=\"middle\" css=\".vc_custom_1605858135913{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/www.calfund.org\/2020annualreport\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Leaf-Background-Blue-1.png?id=1061) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}\"]

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\u201cTHE SCHOLARSHIP\u2019S IMPACT IS NOT LINEAR. IT IS GEOMETRIC. IMPACTING ONE STUDENT\u2019S LIFE CAN CHANGE AN ENTIRE FAMILY AND EVEN A COMMUNITY.\u201d<\/em><\/h4>\n

\u2014 MATT KLINE,
\nPartner in Litigation Department,
\nO\u2019Melveny & Myers LLP<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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CCF CLIENT SERVICES:<\/h3>\n

\u00b7 Investment management recommendations
\n\u00b7 CCF fund through Charitable Asset Management Partnership (ChAMP<\/a>)
\n\u00b7 Establishing or refining individually tailored giving plans
\n\u00b7 Custom research on local, national or international charities
\n\u00b7 Meetings with community leaders and visits to charities
\n\u00b7 Engaging family members in giving
\n\u00b7 Identifying emerging giving opportunities
\n\u00b7 Continuing education opportunities
\n\u00b7 Access to a team of charitable giving experts<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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HEALTH + HOUSING<\/h5>\n

For every $1 invested in the Housing for Health program, Los Angeles County saved $1.20 in reduced health care costs.<\/h3>\n<\/div>LEARN MORE<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>[\/vc_section]","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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