STANLEY W. EKSTROM FOUNDATION, INC.

IN THE NEWS

SWE Foundation honors our Veterans with "Honor Flight in D.C."

DEVELOPMENT CAUSES

EDUCATION

Stan was a great believer in the improving influence of education. He sponsored deserving candidates in their pursuit of higher education. For over 20 years he funded the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Programs in local high schools.

SOCIAL WELFARE

Following the example of his parents, Stan was a major contributor to a number of organizations that promote social welfare. He cofounded the Family Violence Project of Orange County that protects at-risk-children. He also funded a number of organizations that provide services for the elderly.

ANIMAL WELFARE

Throughout his life Stan was a great lover of animals. Cardinal’s corporate headquarters is adjacent to a recreational area and he made sure that he found homes for the many animals abandoned there. He was an advocate for the humane and ethical treatment of animals.

MILITARY SERVICE

Stan’s respect for veteran affairs stemmed from the fact that his father, Marvin, had served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Many of the men who worked for Marvin and established Cardinal were fellow veterans. Stan was deeply committed to supporting the veterans of the local VFW, VFW Post 10218.

The Stanley W. Ekstrom Foundation continues to support:


  • Active Duty and Retired Military and their Families
  • Academically gifted students from financially challenged families.
  • At-risk women and children.
  • Abandoned, neglected, abused or endangered animals.
  • Senior citizens in need.
  • Amateur athletics.
  • Maritime endeavors for those who normally would be unable to participate.

THE STANLEY WAYNE EKSTROM FOUNDATION IS ENTIRELY SELF-FUNDED AND PRIMARILY RELIES ON VOLUNTEERS.

 

“I love to learn but I hate to be taught.”

— Stan Ekstrom