Ventura Pier Fund

Established by:  City of Ventura

Established on:  November 24, 1993

Purpose of the fund:  The primary purpose is to provide support to the City of Ventura to maintain, enhance and preserve the Ventura Pier for the enjoyment of future generations.  The secondary purpose is to provide support to the City of Ventura to promote tourism and public access to the city's waterfront.

Background: Since its original construction in 1872, the Ventura Pier has stood as a symbol of the region's rich history and natural resources. Once the cornerstone of Ventura County's agricultural, construction and oil trade, today the Ventura Pier is a favorite attraction for fishing, picnics, sunset strolls and beautiful views of Ventura County's coastline and the Channel Islands.

Pier into the Future: In 1993 a dedicated group of community leaders created Pier into the Future, a non-profit organization, to establish a $1 million endowment fund to preserve and maintain the Ventura Pier for future generations to enjoy. This committed group is continually seeking volunteers to help Pier into the Future reach its goal through community outreach efforts at events such as the Ventura County Fair, the City of Ventura's Street Fairs and the ever-popular food and wine tasting event Pier Under the Stars. Pier into the Future donates to the Ventura Pier Fund. For more information visit www.pierintothefuture.org.