SDWF Philanthropy Fellowship Forum 2023
2023-02-21 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

SDWF Philanthropy Fellowship Forum 2024
2024-02-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Online Event – Zoom
The San Diego Women’s Foundation (SDWF) will soon begin accepting applications for Cohort 9 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.
The Fellowship term for Cohort 9 will begin on July 1, 2024.
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 Book Discussion: The Deepest Well
2024-02-28 16:00 - 17:30 | Online Event – Zoom
Back by popular demand, we will host an SDWF book club discussion that pertains to this year’s grant topic – Youth Mental Health. The first book is our primary discussion; we will spend an hour on it. The second book will be discussed in the last half hour for those who want to do both or have a deeper dive into the material. A summary of each book will be provided to everyone so even if you are not able to read the full book, please consider attending!
We will hold the book discussion on Wednesday, February 28, 4-5:30PM. You do not need to read both books to participate in the discussion.
Must register in advance to attend – Zoom details and discussion questions will be sent closer to the event date.

Book 1: “The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Trauma and Adversity” by Nadine Burke Harris.
The news of Burke Harris’s research is just how deeply our bodies can be imprinted by ACEs—adverse childhood experiences like abuse, neglect, parental addiction, mental illness, and divorce. Childhood adversity changes our biological systems and lasts a lifetime. For anyone who has faced a difficult childhood, or who cares about the millions of children who do, the scientific insight and innovative, acclaimed health interventions in The Deepest Well represent hope for preventing lifelong illness for those we love and for generations to come​.
Book 2: “Don’t Call Me Crazy: 33 Voices Start the Conversation About Mental Health” by Kelly Jensen.
(Don’t) Call Me Crazy is a conversation starter and guide to better understanding how our mental health affects us every day. Thirty-three writers, athletes, and artists offer essays, lists, comics, and illustrations that explore their personal experiences with mental illness, how we do and do not talk about mental health, help for a better understanding of how every person’s brain is wired differently, and what, exactly, might make someone crazy.

SDWF Site Visit Training (Members Only)
2024-03-26 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 will take place in small teams from April 15 – 26, and provide an opportunity for members to get to know applicant organizations on a deeper level and determine which organizations will appear on our final ballot. While applicant organizations have the option to select a virtual visit, 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.
**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 x HEY Clinic: Community Partner Connection
2024-04-01 17:30 - 19:00 | Helathy Early Years (HEY) Clinic, 4283 El Cajon Blvd #200, San Diego, CA, 92105, United States
Join us for an engaging presentation with our community partner Healthy Early Years (HEY) Clinic where they will share some of the interventions they use with their younger clients!
Space is limited so make sure to register soon!
Learn more about the HEY Clinic:
Low-cost therapeutic services for young children and their families experiencing mild to moderate distress.
Their clinicians help clients

Cope with stressful life events
Reduce overwhelming behaviors
Adjust to the challenges of parenthood
Improve family relationships

SDWF Finalist Forum (Members only)
2024-05-09 17:30 - 19:00 | San Diego Foundation, 2508 Historic Decatur Road ##200, San Diego, CA 92106, San Diego, CA, 92106
All SDWF members are invited to attend the Finalist Forum. SDWF members who participated in Site Visits will share their key takeaways in support of our finalist organizations, making this an excellent opportunity to learn about the organizations that will appear on our final ballot.
We hope you can join us! Snacks and drinks will be provided, please register in advance.

SDWF x Indigenous Regeneration & Climate Science Alliance
2024-05-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Paradise Tribal Farm, 19823 Santee Lane, Valley Center, CA, 92082, United States
Join SDWF for an evening of light bites and drinks at Paradise Tribal Farm, highlighting two of our current Collaboration grantees: Indigenous Regeneration and Climate Science Alliance. Attendees will learn about regenerative agriculture, local food sovereignty projects, and the collaborative impact of these organizations.
Indigenous Regeneration brings hope to Native communities with programming that focuses on traditional and contemporary food cultivation, environmental awareness and stewardship, traditional plant education and integration, and much more, all designed from an Indigenous view, overseen by elders, and aligned with holistic practices for future economic growth on San Diego reservations.
Climate Science Alliance’s Tribal Working Group is a climate collaboration for the lands and cultures of southern California’s Tribes. Their Small Grants Program supports projects that focus on advancing Indigenous climate resilience, adaptation, and/or environmental health for the collective community, including food sovereignty and its interconnectedness to culture and environment.

Shaping Futures: SDWF 24th Annual Grants Celebration
2024-06-13 17:00 - 19:00 | University of San Diego, Mother Rosalie Hill Hall, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
On this night, we will honor the impact of our Community Partners and award over $200,000 in new support to organizations providing mental health intervention services for youth aged 12-14 in San Diego County.
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Ben Maxwell is a passionate advocate for positive youth development. He has traveled the globe to set up mobile health clinics in Guatemala, lived in India to work in orphanages, and taught child psychiatry in Ethiopia. During his formative years of practicing, he learned about life, kids, and the human experience. These lessons continue to kindle his empathy and curiosity. Currently, he serves as the Chief of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Rady Children’s Hospital and UC San Diego.
ALL are welcome at this inspirational evening!
5:00 – 5:45: Hosted cocktail hour
5:45 – 7:00: Speaking program and grant awards
FAQs
What are my transportation/parking options?
Paid parking is available in the West Parking Structure ($2.50 per hour). There is a free tram up to the main campus from the parking structure that runs every 5-7 minutes and should be available before and after the event.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, we will have your name on our registration lists.
Can I purchase a ticket at the event?
This event will sell out in advance, and you will not be able to purchase a ticket at the event.
Are sponsorship opportunities still available?
Yes! Please contact Stephanie Cook at stephaniec@sdfoundation.org for sponsorship details.

SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists Morning Walk
2024-06-15 08:30 - 10:00 | Konos Cafe, 704 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92109, United States
Join the SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists for a morning walk on June 15!
We will meet at Kono’s Cafe at 8:30am and grab a coffee before we start our walk at 8:45am. This event is open to nonmembers so feel free to invite a friend!
We hope you can join us! Please register in advance so that we do not leave anyone behind.

2024 SDWF Summer Social
2024-08-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Coastal Roots Farm, 441 Saxony Rd, Encinitas, CA, 92024, United States
Join us on August 29th for our annual SDWF Summer Social! Enjoy a glass of wine and light bites along with a beautiful sunset at Coastal Roots Farm. Attendees will have the chance to learn about sustainable agriculture and food justice while touring the farm.
ALL are welcome!
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the dress code for the Summer Social? Come as you like! The event will take place outdoors, and we may be walking on dirt paths. Please dress comfortably with flat, closed-toe shoes.
Who is invited to this event? This event is open to nonmembers so feel free to bring a friend!
