San Diego Womens Foundation

Fellowship Committee Meeting
2022-04-26 14:00 - 15:00, 2022-01-25 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom Meeting
The Fellowship Program provides two-year membership scholarships to outstanding women from Community Partner organizations through funding from the Doring Fund. The Fellowship Committee is responsible for overseeing the Fellowship Program and application process, as well as providing opportunities for mutual learning exchanges and strengthens the relationship between SDWF and Community Partner organizations.
Meetings: Quarterly
Kim Heinle, Chair and Rochelle Hershfield, Vice-Chair

SDWF x Resmark Community Partner Connection: Earth Day 2022 Beach Clean Up
2022-04-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Tourmaline Surf Park, 600 Tourmaline St, San Diego, CA, 92109, United States
SDWF is partnering with Resmark and San Diego Coastkeeper to clean up the beautiful Tourmaline Surf Park in honor of Earth Day 2022.
San Diego Coastkeeper is a major force in transforming the San Diego region into a leader in sustainable water management, guided by engaged and informed communities, and protective of a healthy environment that supports high biodiversity, resilient ecosystems, and thriving neighborhoods.
SDWF members are welcome to invite guests. Due to supply limitations, please only register if you are certain you will attend.

SDWF DEI Committee Meeting
2022-04-19 15:00 - 16:00, 2022-03-15 15:00 - 16:00, 2022-02-15 15:00 - 16:00, 2022-01-18 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom Meeting
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is responsible for overseeing SDWF efforts to advance diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization and broader community. The Committee will utilize a DEI lens to recommend changes to SDWF operations and procedures.
Meetings: Monthly Third Tuesday from 3:00PM – 4:00PM
Cindi Hill, Chair and Bridget Strickland, Vice-Chair

Discovery, Inquiry, and Guidelines (DIG) Committee Meeting
2022-04-07 13:00 - 14:00, 2022-03-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2022-02-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2022-01-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom Meeting
The Discovery-Inquiry-Guidelines (DIG) team conducts research to select our grants focus area and works with staff to produce the grant guidelines each year.
Meetings: Monthly Third Wednesday from 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Rosette Garcia, Chair and Jennifer Grodberg, Vice-Chair

Membership Committee Meeting
2022-04-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-03-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-01-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting
The Membership Committee is responsible for outreach to local women and enhancing the current member experience. The committee provides and promotes engagement opportunities for members and works to build passion and inspiration through their involvement.
Meetings: Monthly First Wednesday from 12:00PM – 1:00PM
Julie McKay, Chair and Tiffany Ayres, Vice-Chair

Collaboration Committee Meeting
2022-04-05 15:30 - 16:30, 2022-03-01 15:30 - 16:30, 2022-02-01 15:30 - 16:30 | Zoom Meeting
The Collaboration Committee seeks to increase our impact by partnering with other philanthropic funders. Separate from the annual grants process, investment opportunities are identified by a committee of contributing SDWF members, who pay $500 in additional dues towards the collaborative grants pool.
Meetings: Monthly from September – June
Dale Spector, Chair and Danica Zupic, Vice-Chair

Programs Committee Meeting
2022-04-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-03-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-02-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting
The Programs Committee works to educate, inform and inspire our members and guests through customized programs. This committee works with the Membership Committee to enhance the SDWF experience.
Meetings: Monthly First Monday from 12:00PM – 1:00PM
Signe von Verdo, Chair and Leigh Hartman, Vice-Chair

SDWF Development Committee Meeting
2022-04-04 01:00 - 14:00, 2022-02-07 13:00 - 14:00, 2022-01-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom Meeting
The Development Committee supports the mission of SDWF through fundraising efforts, working closely with staff leadership to develop and implement plans for sustainability and growth. Development efforts include individual and corporate giving, as well as grant funding.
Meetings: Monthly First Monday from 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Michelle Candland, Chair

SDWF Governance Committee Meeting
2022-04-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-03-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-02-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-01-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting
The Governance Committee advises the Board with respect to the governance of the San Diego Women’s Foundation. This committee maintains the accuracy and effectiveness of bylaws, assesses the strength and performance of the board, and implements the annual nominating process for new board members.
Meetings: First Fridays from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (November – April Only)
Tina Williams, Chair and Hema Lall, Vice-Chair

SDWF Proposal Review Training - MEMBERS ONLY
2022-02-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Online Event – Zoom
This members-only training is required for anyone planning to participate in 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 18 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. Please select the recorded training option on the event registration page.
IMPORTANT DATES
March 1 – 18: Teams will meet via zoom to review proposals
March 18: Review deadline
March 24: Proposal Review & Site Visit Selection Meeting (IF NEEDED)

SDWF Philanthropy Fellowship Forum
2022-02-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Online Event – Zoom
The San Diego Women’s Foundation (SDWF) will soon begin accepting applications for Cohort 7 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 7 will begin on July 1, 2022.
Individuals interested in applying for the fellowship program are encouraged to attend the SDWF Philanthropy Fellowship 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.

Collaboration Committee Meeting
2022-01-04 15:30 - 16:30 | San Diego Women’s Foundation, 2508 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego, CA, 92106, United States
