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It is with great sadness that we report the passing of past FHC board member and president Dr. Lynn Frady Kelley-Enoch on March 5, 2021.

In early 2022, The Foundation at Hearst Castle added four new board members, Gail Cayetano-Classick, Sam Mazzeo, Christopher Burgart, and Bob Priola.

Thank you once again to members who reserved space at one of our special events benefitting the continued conservation of Hearst Castle and inspirational education programs designed for underserved middle school students. Look for an announcement soon about our new, virtual, 3-day STEAM Program launching next month.

Support Us Please consider contributing to our mission. No matter how you choose to give, you’ll be supporting the ongoing conservation of this historic landmark and helping us provide innovative education programs to underserved students. Become a Foundation Member. Individual and corporate memberships are the perfect way to support The Foundation at Hearst Castle’s initiatives while receiving incredible perks and benefits. $500 Annual Membership $1000 Annual Membership $2500 Annual Membership $5000 Annual Membership Event Access ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Complimentary Tickets Tours Standard Tour 3 4 6 2 Private Tour ✓ Events Member Social 2 2 2 4 Twilight on the Terrace 2 2 Dinner/swim 2 Perks Twilight on the Terrace Ticket Discount ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Access to buy out events ✓ Sign Up Today Purchase Purchase Purchase Purchase $500 Annual Membership Access to purchase fundraising event tickets 2 Tickets: Member Social 3 Tickets: Hearst Castle Tour (5 tours to choose from) Members Pricing: Twilight on the Terrace   JOIN NOW $1000 Annual Membership Access to purchase fundraising event tickets 2 Tickets: Member Social 4 Tickets: Hearst Castle Tour (5 tours to choose from) Members Pricing: Twilight on the Terrace   JOIN NOW $2500 Annual Membership Access to purchase fundraising event tickets 2 Tickets: Member Social 6 Tickets: Hearst Castle Tour (5 tours to choose from) 2 Tickets: Twilight on the Terrace Members Pricing: Twilight on the Terrace for additional ticket purchases   JOIN NOW $5000 Annual Membership Access to purchase fundraising event tickets 4 Tickets: Member Social 2 Tickets: Hearst Castle Tour (5 tours to choose from) 2 Tickets: Twilight on the Terrace 2 Tickets: Neptune Pool Swim, OR Private Dinner Discount Pricing: Twilight on the Terrace for additional ticket purchases Access to buy out events   JOIN NOW Monthly memberships are available! For as little as $42/month, you can become a member of The Foundation at Hearst Castle. Contact us to learn more. *Note: Reservations for members-only events like swims in the pools, for example, require an additional donation. See Events for details. Additionally memberships are non-refundable. Corporate membership Corporate members are instrumental to our success in empowering underserved youth and preserving Hearst Castle. With multiple membership options available, you can choose the package that works best for your organization (and unlock exclusive benefits for your staff and VIPs)! Contact us for detailed information about corporate memberships. More ways to support our work Donations Make a tax-deductible donation to The Foundation at Hearst Castle to support continued conservation efforts and the expansion of youth programs for underserved middle school students. Donations of any size are welcome and appreciated! Make a Donation Class Sponsorship We need your help to continue the STEAM Program at the Castle. We know that combining education and inspiration in a memorable environment makes a lasting impact. Sponsor 10 Students = $300 Sponsor 1 Class = $1000 Sponsor 5 Classes = $5000 Every bit helps. Make a Donation  Join Today Planned Giving Planned giving can offer you creative, strategic ways to support The Foundation at Hearst Castle, while also providing you and your family with tax and other benefits. Planned gifts come in many forms, such as beneficiary [...]

Re-joining the board of The Foundation at Hearst Castle brought back many wonderful memories of previous events supported by our fellow philanthropists. One of the most interesting of these unforgettable events was a discussion in 2012 about the treatment of an Etruscan chalice identified in Hearst Castle records as dating from the late 7th century BCE.  Apparently made of glossy black Etruscan bucchero (more on that type of ceramic in the glossary below), the chalice had come from the renowned collection of Cecil Baring, 3rd Lord Revelstoke, which was auctioned in London in 1935.

Education at Hearst Castle Illuminate. Inspire. Empower. We’re inspiring and empowering future generations with educational tours, art lessons, conferences, scholarships, and authentic historical experiences. Featured Program STEAM Program at the Castle Designed to inspire and empower middle school students from underserved communities throughout California Watch students from the Boys & Girls Club experience our STEAM Program at Hearst Castle. Click above to view. Sponsored by The Foundation at Hearst Castle, the STEAM Program is a unique educational opportunity offered in collaboration with the CA State Parks PORTS Program. The program includes a custom tour of Hearst Castle and a guided exploration of nearby San Simeon Bay and Pier, aligned with grade-appropriate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) curriculum. For qualifying groups,* our nonprofit organization covers all costs of your day trip, including a hearty lunch and transportation (if your district does not provide a bus). The STEAM program will be available Tuesdays and Thursdays on a first come, first served basis. This special program incorporates: Pre-visit: Classroom engagement with California State Parks interpreters using high-quality interactive videoconferencing Film: Screening of Hearst Castle: Building the Dream in five-story screen theater at Hearst Castle’s Visitor Center Custom tour: Hearst Castle tour aligned with STEAM curriculum Coastal study: Guided exploration of the nearby pier and beach life, also aligned with STEAM *Some restrictions apply. This program is designed especially for students in underserved communities who do not have the opportunity to take field trips to museums or state parks. Please review the School Qualification Guidelines. More Programs Virtual STEAM Program Social distancing has provided us an opportunity to collaborate with Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument and State Park to expand our STEAM Program at the Castle to a new, virtual format where students receive a "STEAM kit" with activities that pair with a live, customized multi-day virtual experience. This unique program is fully funded by The Foundation at Hearst Castle. Review the guidelines to see if your school qualifies for this free program that explores both Hearst Castle and the nearby coast. Apply Now Kids Art Smart The Foundation at Hearst Castle and Studios on the Park partner to provide unforgettable art experiences for middle school students. Through the Kids Art Smart program, students have the opportunity to tour Hearst Castle followed by a two-point perspective plein air drawing lesson on the Enchanted Hill under a local teaching-artist. Learn More Summer Bridge to Success Cuesta College’s Bridge to Success, a collaboration between college and high school counselors, helps to address student barriers to college, along with diversity and equity components. And a new concurrent enrollment program puts college classes right on local high school campuses for free, allowing high school students to get a jump-start on college without having the added work of getting financial aid and transportation to the college campus. We’re proud to support the annual Summer Bridge program, which takes place at the San Luis Obispo campus and provides graduating high school seniors a great introduction to the college experience as well as an inspirational tour of Hearst Castle. Learn More and Apply Future Programs Though currently focused [...]

Many of you have asked, with Hearst Castle closed, what’s happening with our scheduled charity events?

Newsroom Meet The Foundation at Hearst Castle's Newest Board Members READ MORE Hearst Castle Fundraising Events Are Back! READ MORE Meet The Foundation at Hearst Castle's Newest Board Members READ MORE Upcoming Events SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION, AND INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS TO DREAM BIG!Join Now

The Foundation values the contributions of new board member, Rick Wolfe, who currently serves as treasurer.

Extraordinary Experiences at Hearst Castle Expected to Fill Quickly: Nonprofit Organization Raises Funds via Neptune and Roman Pool Experiences, “Twilight on the Terrace” Tasting Event, and Dinner & Movie Evenings