Pari Livermore, inspired by the Livermore family’s generations of philanthropic work, has had an interest in raising money for Marin County nonprofits.
Following in the footsteps of both her husband Putnam, and his mother, Caroline Sealy Livermore. Pari continues to support organizations dedicated to open space in the Marin area.
Putnam was responsible for the formation of 11 California State Parks and was a founding member of the Trust for Public Land.
Caroline dedicated her life to championing local planning for parks and open space. She was instrumental in acquiring land for Samuel P. Taylor State Park in addition to being credited for saving Angel Island.
Caroline Livermore also brought together groups of Marin County women who shared an interest in their environment. Through their efforts, the Marin Art & Garden Center was created.
Pari and Putnam are grateful for the dedicated work and commitment of their friends and committee members who helped raise large sums for Marin County charities and made her vision a reality.
Their major focus was support for the following organizations:
- Marin Art and Garden Center
- California State Parks
- Home Away from Homelessness
- Children’s Garden
- Sunnyhill Children’s Services
- Meals of Marin
- The California Study
- Angel Island Foundation
- Love is the Answer (LITA)
- Global Book Exchange
Everybody’s Angels
Pari Livermore created and hosted the award winning television show Everybody’s Angels. Although it was a San Francisco based show, Pari made sure that many Marin County nonprofits were featured Examples:
Other Marin nonprofits appearing on Everybody’s Angels included:
- Home Away from Homeless
- Marin Advocates for Children
- Bread and Roses
- New Beginnings
- Marin Art and Garden Center
- Discovery Dogs
- Wild Care
- Sunnyhill Children’s Services
- The California Study
- Gilead House
- Marin Mammal Center
- Women’s Initiative for Self Employment
- Fawn Rescue Center
- Guide Dogs for the Blind
- Angel Island Foundation
- Loving Paws Assistance Dogs
- St. Vincent DePaul Center
- Children’s Garden
- Love is the Answer (LITA)
- Bay Model Association
- Audubon Society
- Koret Family House
- Meals of Marin
- Cure MS Now
- California State Parks Foundation
- The Global Book Exchange
Pari Livermore’s Points of Light Celebration
Pari Livermore’s event, The Points of Light Celebration, was given 4 times over a 10 year period. It honored the top 25 volunteers in the San Francisco Bay Area. They were chosen from 500 nonprofits by Superior Count Judges. The following organizations had volunteers honored from nonprofits in Marin County:
- Koret Family Foundation
- Safari West Foundation
- Cure MS Now
- Adopt a Family
- Gilead House
- A Home Away from Homelessness
- Audubon Society
- Meals of Marin
- Discovery Dogs
- Wild Care
- California State Parks Foundation
- Guide Dogs for the Blind
- Marin Art and Garden Center
- The Global Book Exchange
- Giant Steps
- Loving Paws Assistance Dogs
- Meals of Marin
- Angel Island Foundation
- St. Vincent DePaul Center
- Fawn Rescue Center
- The California Study
Marin Charities Benefit From Generations of Philanthropic work
Inspired by the environmentalists in her family, deep compassion for Mother Earth, and a dedication to creative fundraising efforts, Pari Livermore supports Marin County with a passion for nature’s wellbeing. In honor of her late Husband, Putnam, and mother-in-law Caroline Sealy Livermore that inspired her nature-loving spirit, Pari’s ongoing matchmaking efforts and successful fundraising events actively support Marin County charity work and the preservation of California State Parks, local community gardens, and other worthy causes.
Pari Livermore’s support for Marin County charities has become a legacy rich in diversified generosity. From her ongoing support at the Marin Art and Garden Center that was founded by her mother-in-law to her continued donations to many of the California State Parks that were formed by her late husband Putnam, she has never strayed from her vision of supporting the charitable causes that are near and dear to her heart.
Pari Livermore Has Supported The Following Local Organizations:
- Marin Art and Garden Center
- California State Parks
- Home Away from Homelessness
- Children’s Garden
- Sunnyhill Children’s Services
- Meals of Marin
- & More
A Win-Win Opportunity for Charity and Love
Pari in the Marin Press
Marin Independent Journal
Matchmaker, Matchmaker by Paul Liberatore read more
Glamorous Ball Draws 1,000 Singles by Leslie Harlib read more
Singles Get Ready for Their Big Bash by Leslie Harlib read more
Marin Magazine
Marin Interview by Mimi Towle read more
San Francisco Examiner
An Angelic Show abut Do-gooders by Cynthia Robbins read more
The Whistlestop
Marin’s ‘Queen of Hearts’ Offers Tips for Finding a Man read more
San Francisco Chronicle
Five questions for Pari Livermore: Mill Valley Matchmaker and Expert on Making Love Connections by Carolyne Zinko read more
Pari’s Marin County Charity Work; A Reflection of a Lifetime of Giving
Pari Livermore’s support for Marin County has positively influenced the community, the residents, and the health of many natural areas. Much of the generous funding stems from her ongoing matchmaking events and services. While enriching the lives of those she works with through her successful matchmaking, she continues to give back to build upon the environmental legacy she proudly supports.
Through her award-winning television series, “Everybody’s Angels”, Pari honored volunteers and generous members of the community that demonstrated genuine hearts of compassion and kindness. While sharing these heart-warming stories, Pari regularly mentioned Marin County organizations and nonprofits; her efforts brought attention to many organizations that were supporting natural preservation and helped to secure much-needed funding for underserved nonprofits.
If you’d like to learn more about Pari’s commitment to Marin County, her award-winning book, “How to Marry a Fabulous Man”, or want to learn more about the organizations she supports, check out Pari’s portfolio of charitable efforts for some compassionate inspiration!