Vanessa Nichols

Unveiling the Beauty: Conservation Work on Hearst Castle’s Flemish Tapestries

SAN SIMEON, CA, JULY 25, 2024 — The ongoing FHC-funded conservation work on the three magnificent Flemish tapestries in the Hearst Castle Theater lobby is progressing beautifully. We’re excited to share that the first tapestry, “The Burning of the Numidian Camp,” has been completed and is ready for re-installation. Currently, conservation…...

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Exciting Expansion for Our STEAM Program

SAN SIMEON, CA, JULY 23, 2024 —   We are thrilled to announce the expansion of our STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) program for the upcoming year. Building on the success of last year’s initiative, where we hosted up to 14 schools and served over 600 students, we are…...

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The Foundation at Hearst Castle Welcomes New Executive Director and Board Members

SAN SIMEON, CA, JUNE 24, 2024 — The Foundation at Hearst Castle is thrilled to announce the appointment of Doug Jenzen as its new Executive Director, along with welcoming Lisa Haas and Susan Boutonnet as the newest members of its board of directors. These appointments come at an exciting time as…...

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Join Us for Our Biggest Fundraising Event: Twilight on the Terrace at Hearst Castle!

SAN SIMEON, CA, FEBRUARY 12, 2024 — Prepare to immerse yourself in the epitome of elegance and philanthropy at Twilight on the Terrace, returning to Hearst Castle on June 1, 2024! As one of the most anticipated events on the Central Coast, this is your exclusive opportunity to experience an evening…...

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Achieving New Heights: Celebrating 15 S.T.E.A.M Tours in 2024

SAN SIMEON, CA, FEBRUARY 12, 2023 — We’re thrilled to share the exciting news that we’ve surpassed our goal of 12 S.T.E.A.M tours for the year and officially hit our max of 15! It’s a remarkable achievement that underscores our commitment to inspiring and educating young minds through our unique…...

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Please Welcome Our New Operations Coordinator – Mia Fuggetta

SAN SIMEON, CA, NOVEMBER 9, 2023 — The Foundation at Hearst Castle’s mission is to support the conservation and restoration of Hearst Castle in addition to offering youth programs to underserved students aiming to inspire and empower future generations. Our ability to execute our mission takes many talented staff and…...

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The Foundation at Hearst Castle Announces A New Board Member

SAN SIMEON, CA, SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 — The Board of Directors for The Foundation at Hearst Castle is pleased to announce that Douglas Ayres , Partner in the Ayres Hotels Collection, which includes The Allegretto Vineyard Resort in Paso Robles, a property he developed and designed, has joined the Foundations…...

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The Foundation at Hearst Castle Announces Two New Board Members

SAN SIMEON, CA, JUNE 22, 2023 — The Board of Directors for The Foundation at Hearst Castle is pleased to announce two new directors who have joined the organization. Both are San Luis Obispo County residents: Bill Thoma, President of Thoma Electric, Inc. and Margaret Klevins, SVP and Local Market…...

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The Foundation at Hearst Castle Announces a Director of Operations & Marketing

SAN SIMEON, CA, MARCH 1, 2023 — The Foundation at Hearst Castle is proud to announce that Vanessa Robbins has been promoted to Director of Operations & Marketing effective March 1, 2023. Robbins, in her previous role, was the Operations Manager. “Vanessa was hired to be responsible for one aspect…...

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The Foundation at Hearst Castle Recognized For Level of Success

The Foundation at Hearst Castle is proud to announce it has received the 2023 GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency for the first time. GuideStar is the world’s largest source of information on nonprofit organizations and the platinum rating is GuideStar’s highest level of recognition....

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