businesses give back
“Giving back, in my mind, is what brings our community together.”
Jim Schlager, Partner
Moss Adams
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oss Adams is an accounting, consulting and wealth management firm serving middle-market businesses, not-for-profit enterprises and individuals. Jim Schlager has worked in the financial industry for more than 25 years. He and his team help clients across the South Bay meet financial goals, make informed decisions and manage their financial plans. Tell us about Manhattan Beach Education Foundation. “MBEF is a community-driven fundraising organization that supplements state funding for programs that inspire learning, enrich teaching, and promote innovation and academic excellence in the public schools of Manhattan Beach. Moss Adams is a corporate sponsor of the Manhattan Wine Auction as well as the MBEF Golf Fall Classic. We are proud to be a part of such a great organization that helps support our schools and our kids!” How is MBEF a good steward of donor money? “In 2016/2017 MBEF helped fund our local schools with $5.8 million. More than 6,800
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students benefit from programs funded by MBEF. As a result, Mira Costa is ranked in the top 1% of U.S. public high schools, 70 educators are funded by MBEF grades K–12, and 61% of MBUSD teachers received professional development funded by MBEF in 2015/2016.” Do you involve your network in supporting the causes you support? “As a corporate sponsor of the annual Manhattan Wine Auction, we get extra tickets to invite clients and friends who also support this great cause! We have also hosted an annual event benefiting MBEF and the PS I Love You Foundation where we get to invite friends within the community to learn more about these local charities.” How do philanthropic efforts make our community a better place? “Giving back, in my mind, is what brings our community together. The people of this community embody this sense of responsibility, and they value giving back both actively and financially. It’s part of what draws people here, and this growth continues the giving cycle.”
What’s one simple way a local business can reach out and make a difference? “One way to make a difference is to buy a table at a charity fundraiser and fill it with other local influencers who can donate and spread the mission of the charity. You can provide a sponsorship for a child in need, volunteer your time, or find other opportunities to help. Satisfaction comes from participating and seeing a child smile or helping someone else in need.” Assurance, tax, and consulting offered through Moss Adams LLP. Investment advisory services offered through Moss Adams Wealth Advisors LLC. Investment banking offered through Moss Adams Capital LLC.
Featured Charity Manhattan Beach Education Foundation 310-303-3342 mbef.org
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