SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists Hike
2022-10-22 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | mission trails, Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, 92119, United States
The group formerly known as the “Young Philanthropists” has rebranded as the Adventuring Philanthropists, with the goal of creating more exciting social engagement opportunities for everyone regardless of age. This group is geared towards women who want to explore San Diego and engage in the community in a more casual setting.
Join us for a hike on October 22 at 9:00AM! We will be meeting at the Kwaay Paay Peak parking lot at Mission Trails. Don’t forget to bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and appropriate clothes and shoes.
Please RSVP so we don’t leave anyone behind!miuni

SDWF Critical Issue Education: Early Childhood Education
2022-10-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Webinar Via Zoom
An unequal distribution of educational opportunities, financial and educational resources, and digital assets has created a widening gap in educational outcomes for under-resourced populations, and the COVID pandemic has exacerbated learning loss in these communities.
In June 2023, SDWF will award unrestricted funding to nonprofit organizations working to combat learning loss and educational disparities for children aged 0-8 in San Diego County.
Join us on Wednesday, October 26th, to learn more about this issue from the San Diego Foundation’s Director of Community Impact, Katie Rast and First 5 San Diego’s Executive Director, Alethea Arguilez.
Must register in advance to receive Zoom link.
About our Speakers:
Katie Rast manages San Diego Foundation’s Community Impact Team, overseeing the Foundation’s programs by stewarding and establishing a set of strategies that will support the mission and values of the organization, as well as maximize the impact of philanthropic investments made by donors and Foundation discretionary funds. Read more about Katie here.
Alethea Arguilez is the Executive Director of First 5 San Diego, the region’s primary organization for promoting the health and well-being of children 0-5 years of age and their families. Alethea has dedicated the past 20 years to the field of early childhood education. Read more about Alethea here.

SDWF x Urban Growth: Hydroponics 101
2022-11-03 16:30 - 18:00 | Jacobs Center For Neighborhood Innovation, 404 Euclid Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92114, United States
SDWF is partnering with Urban Growth to hear about hydroponics, their history, and the impact of their organization’s work combating food insecurity.
Join us for an afternoon of learning and a hands-on activity where you will be able to take home a hydro plant!
Urban Growth’s MicroFarm program focuses on hydroponic farming and provides at-risk San Diego youth with hands-on experience growing their own food. By training youth in the basics of hydroponics, disenfranchised communities will gain the tools to overcome the barriers they face in fighting food insecurity.
Due to supply limitations, please only register if you are certain you will attend.sanunitcal

SDWF MEMBERS ONLY - Early Childhood Education (Part. 2)
2022-11-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Event – Zoom
In June 2023, SDWF will award unrestricted funding to nonprofit organizations working to combat learning loss and educational disparities for children aged 0-8 in San Diego County.
Join us on Tuesday, November 8th as we partner with San Diego Foundation (SDF) staff to learn about grantmaking best practices in the early childhood education space.
SDF Manager of Community Impact, Tori Calisch, will provide hands-on opportunities to review applications and grants criteria from past SDF grant cycles. Due to the sensitive nature of grant applications, this event will only be open to current SDWF members.
About Tori Calisch:
As Manager, Community Impact, Victoria “Tori” Nelson Calisch supports the Early Childhood Initiative, working to increase access to affordable, quality early education and care for children in San Diego County. Her focus is to ensure that all young children ages 0-5, their families and their providers have equitable access to support to thrive in school and beyond. Prior to this role, Tori served as San Diego Foundation’s Thomas Murphy Fellow, Early Childhood Initiative.
Tori’s previous professional experience includes five years of United Way work experience with the United Way of Northeast Florida, United Way of Fresno and United Way of San Diego. There, she combined major fundraising with community development work in early childhood success, economic self-sufficiency and women in leadership. Additionally, Tori brings more than fifteen years of volunteer leadership serving children and military families with a focus on literacy, education and community grants. She currently volunteers as a National Delegate for Girl Scouts San Diego as well as a Brownie/Junior Girl Scout Troop leader.
Tori earned her undergraduate degree in Economics from Wellesley College and her Master’s in Nonprofit Administration from University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business.
Must register in advance to receive Zoom link.

SDWF Cycle 23 Grants Orientation (Members Only)
2022-11-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Event – Zoom
For SDWF Members Only: Learn about all of the ways you can be involved in SDWF’s robust annual grantmaking process. This event is perfect for newer members, or anyone who wants a refresher on how our process has changed since our switch to unrestricted funding.
We will discuss best practices, the different stages of our grants cycle, the training that will be provided, and what to expect when you get involved.
Join us for this educational session to better understand SDWF’s processes and to become a more informed philanthropist!

SDWF Film Screening: No Small Matter
2022-11-18 08:00 - 2022-11-19 22:00 | Online
In June 2023, SDWF will award unrestricted funding to nonprofit organizations working to address the widening educational inequities in pre-kindergarten education for children from under-resourced communities.
Learn more about this topic with us by joining SDWF’s virtual screening of the film No Small Matter. Registered attendees will receive a link to view the documentary at their own leisure. The link will be active for viewing anytime from Friday, November 18 at 5:00AM to Saturday, November 19 at 11:59PM.
No Small Matter is the first feature documentary to explore the most overlooked, underestimated, and powerful force for change in America today: early childhood education. Through poignant stories and surprising humor, the film lays out the overwhelming evidence for the importance of the first five years, and reveals how our failure to act on that evidence has resulted in an everyday crisis for American families, and a slow-motion catastrophe for the country.
Must register in advance to receive documentary link.

SDWF Holiday Party with a Purpose 2022
2022-11-30 16:00 - 18:00 | UCSD Audrey Geisel University House, 9630 La Jolla Farms Road, San Diego, CA, 92037, United States
This season we’re getting into the spirit of giving by partnering with Cycle 22 Community Partner Kitchens for Good to support their work combating food insecurity in our community at our annual Holiday Party with a Purpose.
Kitchens for Good has requested in-kind donations and monetary contributions to help support their apprentices and clients with food, kitchen and dining ware, and professional workforce certifications.
Click here to learn about all of the ways you can support Kitchens for Good this holiday season.
Members only. Please register to attend! Dress is festive casual.
Special thanks to SDWF Board Member and UC San Diego Associate of the Chancellor Thespine Kavoulakis for hosting this event at the UCSD Audrey Geisel University House.unicasan

SDWF LOI Review Training (Members Only)
2023-01-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event – Zoom
LOI review is the first stage in SDWF’s annual grants selection process. This year, we anticipate a large number of applicants, and we need volunteers like you to help determine which organizations will move forward. SDWF Trainers will provide all the necessary information to help evaluators effectively read and score applications — no prior experience is necessary!
After the training members will evaluate their assigned LOIs individually, making this an excellent opportunity for members with less flexible schedules to participate.
A recorded training will be available for members who want to participate but cannot attend the live virtual training on Zoom. Please register and select the “Recorded Training” option if you would like to participate in that way.

MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE TO RECEIVE ZOOM LINK OR RECORDING

Note: All LOI reviewers should plan to attend SDWF LOI Review and Selection meeting on January 24, 2023.

IMPORTANT DATES
January 4 – January 20: LOI Review (Members complete individually)
January 20: LOI Review Deadline
January 24: LOI Review & Proposal Selection Meetingsan

SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists Galentine's Day Happy Hour
2023-02-10 17:30 | Home of Julie McKay, Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA, 92109
Join the SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists for Galentine’s Day on February 10th!
We will be making Valentine’s Day cards and decorating sugar cookies. Attendees are encouraged to bring a small snack or sweet to share.
As this will be hosted at a private home, the address will be sent to registrants closer to event date.

SDWF Philanthropy Fellowship Forum 2023
2023-02-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Online Event – Zoom
The San Diego Women’s Foundation (SDWF) will soon begin accepting applications for Cohort 8 of the SDWF Philanthropy Fellowship Program!
The SDWF Philanthropy Fellowship is a two-year program for nonprofit professionals in San Diego who are seeking mentorship and professional development. The program includes full membership to SDWF and access to SDWF committees and activities for the duration of the fellowship, and provides a unique opportunity to learn about foundation work and grantmaking from the funder’s perspective. Nonprofit professionals at any stage in their career may apply.
The Fellowship term for Cohort 8 will begin on July 1, 2023.
Individuals interested in applying for the fellowship program are encouraged to attend this forum to learn more about the program, expectations, eligibility and the application process.
Must register in advance to attend – Zoom details will be sent closer to the event date.

SDWF Philanthropic Education: Multiyear Funding (Zoom)
2023-02-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Event – Zoom
For SDWF Members Only: Join us for a conversation about multiyear funding and the impact it would have for our Community Partners and organization!
We know that trust-based philanthropy, particularly multiyear funding, allows organizations to allocate resources where they are most needed, plan for the future, and ultimately maximize their impact.
Over the past year, SDWF Cohort 6 Fellowship members have researched multiyear funding models and we are so excited to bring you their work.

SDWF Proposal Review Training (Members Only)
2023-03-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event – Zoom
This members-only training is required for anyone planning to participate in SDWF proposal review.
Trainers will provide all the necessary information to effectively evaluate applications – no prior experience necessary! Reviewers will be assigned to a small team for proposal review. Teams will meet via zoom between March 1 – March 15 to review and score their assigned proposals.
**If you are unable to attend the live virtual training but would still like to participate in proposal review, a recorded training will be available. To select this option, please choose the recorded training option on the next page. **
MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE TO RECEIVE ZOOM LINK OR RECORDING

IMPORTANT DATES
March 1 – 15: Teams will meet via zoom to review proposals (each team will meet once during this timeframe)
March 15: Review deadline
March 21: Post-Proposal Meeting (In-Person at SDF Offices, Liberty Station)
*Note: If you are unable to attend the Post-Proposal Meeting, you may still review proposals.

SDWF x Coastal Roots Farm: Farm Tour
2023-03-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Coastal Roots Farm, 441 Saxony Rd, Encinitas, CA, 92024, United States
cSDWF is partnering with Coastal Roots Farm for an afternoon of wine and snacks and a tour of the farm. Attendees will learn about sustainable agriculture, food justice, and the impact of their organization’s work combating food insecurity.
Coastal Roots Farm is a nonprofit Jewish community farm and education center where they practice organic farming, share their harvest with those who lack access, deliver unique farm-based education, and foster inclusive spaces for people of all ages and backgrounds to come together to celebrate Jewish life and catalyze a healthier, more vibrant community and a more sustainable future for the region.

SDWF Site Visit Training (Members Only)
2023-04-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting
SDWF members are needed to help with the next stage in our grants selection process – site visits!
Site visits provide an opportunity for members to get to know applicant organizations on a deeper level and will help us determine which organizations will appear on our final ballot. This year, site visits will take place from April 12-April 27 and may be virtual or in-person depending on comfort levels of applicant organizations. We anticipate the majority will be in-person.
All volunteers must attend this mandatory training where SDWF members Stephanie Sontag and Ginny Nelson will provide guidance on how to conduct effective site visits.
Site visit times will be pre-arranged with grant applicants, and members will be assigned to small teams to conduct site visits. Member assignments will be determined by the Site Visit Preference Form, so please be sure to submit your availability by 4/6!
**If you are unable to attend the live virtual training but would still like to participate in site visits, a recording will be offered. Please register and select the recorded training option**
Any SDWF member can participate in site visits. However, you must disclose all conflicts of interest to ensure that you are assigned to the appropriate site visits. SDWF staff will send the list of organizations to all registered prior to the training.

SDWF Book Discussion: Passage West
2023-04-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Online Event – Zoom
SDWF members and guests are invited to join us in reading Rishi Reddi’s “Passage West.”
We will hold the book discussion on Thursday, April 13, 4-5PM.
Passage West tells the story of Indian, Japanese, and Mexican farmworkers and sharecroppers in the Imperial Valley, whose lives are shaped by events of the 1900s and the even more momentous decade of the 1920s.
This unforgettable debut novel unflinchingly asks the enduring question: Who is welcome in America? Richly imagined and beautifully rendered, Passage West offers a moving portrait of one man’s search for home and belonging amid the tangled ideology of America.
Must register in advance to attend – Zoom details will be sent closer to the event date.

SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists Scavenger Hunt
2023-06-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Join the SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists for a scavenger hunt at Balboa Park on June 17!
In groups of 5-6 we will be exploring Balboa Park solving challenges and puzzles along the way.
Please note that this activity will include about 2 miles of walking so don’t forget to bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and appropriate clothes and shoes. We will be charging a small fee at the event to cover the cost of the Scavenger Hunt.
All are welcome, please RSVP so we don’t leave anyone behind!
For more details on this event click here

Stories of Impact: SDWF 23rd Annual Grants Celebration
2023-06-28 18:00 - 20:00 | San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
On this night, we will honor the impact of our Community Partners and award over $200,000 in new support to organizations working to address disparities in early childhood education for youth age 0-5 in San Diego County.
Keynote Speaker, Alethea Arguilez, Executive Director of First 5 San Diego, has over 20 years of experience in the field of early childhood education and will share more about the critical needs and impact of efforts to provide quality education opportunities for youth from under-resourced communities.
ALL are welcome at this inspirational evening!
6:00 – 6:45 : Hosted cocktail hour
6:45 – 8:00 : Speaking program and grant awards

SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists Trivia Nigh
2023-08-29 18:30 | Harland Brewing – One Paseo, 3718 Paseo Pl Suite 1300, San Diego, CA, 92130, United States
Join the SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists for trivia at Harland Brewing – One Paseo on Tuesday, August 29!
With delicious brews on tap and prizes given to the top three teams, Trivia Tuesday at Harland Brewing is the perfect spot to test your knowledge, gather your crew and enjoy cold brews – don’t miss out!
All are welcome, RSVP today!

SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists Trivia Night
2023-08-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Harland Brewing – One Paseo, 3718 Paseo Pl Suite 1300, San Diego, CA, 92130, United States

2023 SDWF Summer Social
2023-09-12 18:00 - 19:30 | The Chrysalis: Monarch School’s Center for the Arts, 1805 Main St, San Diego, CA, 92113, United States
Join us on September 12 for the annual SDWF Summer Social! Enjoy the company of your fellow SDWF members and learn more about the awesome work that our community partner Monarch School is doing in the community.
SDWF members and guests over age 21 are welcome!
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the dress code for the Summer Social? Come as you like! Most members will dress smart casual.
Who is invited to this event? This event is only open to SDWF members and their guests over age 21.

SDWF Cycle 24 Grantseekers Forum
2023-10-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom Meeting
In advance of the Letter of Inquiry (LOI) deadline, SDWF invites and encourages all prospective applicants to attend our Cycle 24 Grantseekers Forum to learn about our current funding priority, the grants selection process, and how to apply.
This cycle, SDWF will award unrestricted funding to organizations providing mental health intervention services to junior high or middle-school aged (12-14 years old) youth in San Diego County.
All grantseekers are strongly encouraged to attend before submitting a Letter of Inquiry!
You can view the grant guidelines and application process here.
Must register in advance to receive zoom link.

SDWF Critical Issue Education: Youth Mental Health
2023-10-19 13:00 - 14:30 | San Diego Foundation, 2508 Historic Decatur Road ##200, San Diego, CA 92106, San Diego, CA, 92106
Inadequate access to services, the lingering impacts of COVID-19, and stigma have contributed to the mental health crisis facing youth in our community.
In June 2024, SDWF will award unrestricted funding to nonprofit organizations providing mental health intervention services to junior high or middle-school aged (12-14 years old) youth in San Diego County.
Join us on Thursday, October 19th, to learn more about this issue from Steve Hornberger, Director of the Social Policy Institute at SDSU’s School of Social Work, and Emily Allison, Graduate Student Assistant at SDSU’s School of Social Work.
About our Speakers:
Steve Hornberger has been the Co-Director of the Social Policy Institute (SPI) since 2014 administering a number of statewide contracts and local projects “expanding child, family and community well-being.” He received the SDSU Provost’s Innovation Award in 2018 for the SPI Board Fellows Program and SPI’s 2020 Healthy Aging Across the Lifespan project is a finalist for the SDSU Big Idea Competition. Read more about Steve here.
Emily Allison is a third-year graduate student working towards obtaining two master’s degrees in public health and social work at San Diego State University (MPH/MSW). Her program specializes in health management and policy as well as administration and community development from a macro-ecological social work perspective. Check out Emily’s LinkedIn profile here.

SDWF X Guitars in the Classroom: The Power of Song
2023-10-26 18:00 - 19:30 | San Diego Foundation, 2508 Historic Decatur Road ##200, San Diego, CA 92106, San Diego, CA, 92106
SDWF is partnering with Guitars and Ukes in the Classroom to learn, hands on, how they train educators, including total beginners, to teach through the joy of music.
Participants will learn to build phonological awareness and early math skills with the power of songs. GITC will guide us in foundational music making activities using beat, rhythms, chants, songs, songwriting, and ukuleles! You’ll come away with ideas you can use with the littles in your lives!

SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists: Yoga & Wine Night
2023-11-09 17:15 - 19:00 | Vinya vino + vinyasa, 6185 Balboa Ave, San Diego, California, 92111
SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists events are geared towards women who want to explore San Diego and engage in the community in a more casual setting.
Join SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists for a night full of yoga, wine, and food at Vinya vino + vinyasa. Vinya is located in Clairemont Mesa just off the 805/Balboa and has plenty of parking.
Open to nonmembers, invite a friend!

SDWF LOI Review Training (Members Only)
2023-12-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting
LOI review is the first stage in SDWF’s annual grants selection process. This year, we anticipate a large number of applicants, and we need volunteers like you to help determine which organizations will move forward. SDWF Trainers will provide all the necessary information to help evaluators effectively read and score applications — no prior experience is necessary!
After the training members will evaluate their assigned LOIs individually, making this an excellent opportunity for members with less flexible schedules to participate.
A recorded training will be available for members who want to participate but cannot attend the live virtual training on Zoom. Please register and select the “Recorded Training” option if you would like to participate in that way.
MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE TO RECEIVE ZOOM LINK OR RECORDING

IMPORTANT DATES
December 6 – December 19: LOI Review (Members complete individually)
December 19: LOI Review Deadline

SDWF Holiday Party with a Purpose 2023
2023-12-07 16:00 - 18:00 | UCSD Audrey Geisel University House, 9630 La Jolla Farms Road, San Diego, CA, 92037, United States
This season we’re getting into the spirit of giving by partnering with Cycle 23 Community Partner Logan Heights CDC to support their work addressing disparities in early childhood education at our annual Holiday Party with a Purpose.
Logan Heights CDC has requested gift cards and monetary contributions to help support the families they serve.
Click here to learn about all of the ways you can support Logan Heights CDC this holiday season.
Members only. Please register to attend! Dress is festive casual.
Special thanks to SDWF Board Member and UC San Diego Associate of the Chancellor Thespine Kavoulakis for hosting this event at the UCSD Audrey Geisel University House.

SDWF Critical Issue Education #2: Youth Mental Health Discussion (Members Only)
2023-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting
In June 2024, SDWF will award unrestricted funding to nonprofit organizations providing mental health intervention services to junior high or middle-school aged (12-14 years old) youth in San Diego County.
On Monday, December 11, SDWF will host a virtual discussion on the informational materials related to our grants topic of Youth Mental Health. Participants are required to register in advance and review the material before December 11th.
1. CBS documentary: Narrative about a young man who visits various schools speaking about youth mental health, sharing his story, and listening to the challenges facing youth today, specifically dealing with teens who are suicidal. Documentary link: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/documentary-connecting-the-dots-explores-the-youth-mental-health-crisis/
2. Youth at the Center Report: https://www.chhs.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/CYBHI-Youth-at-the-Center-Report.FINAL_.pdf
3. Accompanying Webinar for CYBHI Report: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XONu6FrL3OY
4. Slide Presentation from 1st Critical Education with Steve Hornberger and Emily Allison.
Must register in advance to receive zoom link. Members Only.

SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists Galentine's Day Sunset Walk
2024-02-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Bay, 2688 E Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA, 92109, United States
Join us for a sunset walk at Mission Bay. We’ll meet at Superbloom Juice and Coffee at 5pm. There is plenty of parking available, and the cafe is open till 6pm if you would like to purchase a treat or beverage before our walk.
Don’t miss out on a chance to unwind, make new friends, and enjoy a gorgeous San Diego sunset together.
Please RSVP so we don’t leave anyone behind!

Proposal Review Training
2024-02-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event – Zoom
This members-only training is required for anyone planning to participate in SDWF proposal review.
Trainers will provide all the necessary information to effectively evaluate applications – no prior experience necessary! Reviewers will be assigned to a small team for proposal review. Teams will meet in person or virtually between February 16 – March 3 to review and score their assigned proposals.
**If you are unable to attend the live virtual training but would still like to participate in proposal review, a recorded training will be available.**
MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE TO RECEIVE ZOOM LINK OR RECORDING

Neighborhood Connection
2024-02-21 17:00 - 19:00 | La Mesa – Private Home, La Mesa, San Diego, CA, 9949, United States
Join us for a happy hour on February 21 to connect with passionate women who care about their community!
SDWF members and their guests are welcome at this Neighborhood Connection, hosted in La Mesa at the home of SDWF member Ann McDonald.
Please note that this gathering is only open to SDWF members and guests.
As this will be hosted at a private home, the address will be sent to registrants closer to event date.
