San Diego Womens Foundation

SDWF Collaboration Committee Meeting
2024-03-13 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-04-10 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-05-08 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-06-12 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom Meeting
If you would like more information about the Collaboration Committee or would like to attend a committee meeting, please contact Angela Fujii – afujii@sdfoundation.org

SDWF DEI Committee Meeting
2024-03-18 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-15 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-20 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-06-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom Meeting
If you would like more information about the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee or would like to attend a committee meeting, please contact Stephanie – stephaniec@sdfoundation.org

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 Programs Committee Meeting
2024-04-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting
If you would like more information about the Programs Committee or would like to attend a committee meeting, please contact Angela Fujii – afujii@sdfoundation.org

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 Membership Committee Meeting
2024-04-04 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-05-02 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-06-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom Meeting
If you would like more information about the Membership Committee or would like to attend a committee meeting, please contact Angela Fujii – afujii@sdfoundation.org

SDWF DIG Committee Meeting
2024-04-09 13:00 - 14:15, 2024-05-14 13:00 - 14:15 | Zoom Meeting
If you would like more information about the Discovery, Inquiry & Guidelines (DIG) Committee or would like to attend a committee meeting, please contact Angela Fujii – afujii@sdfoundation.org

SDWF Governance Committee Meeting
2024-04-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom Meeting
If you would like more information about the Governance Committee or would like to attend a committee meeting, please contact Stephanie Cook – stephaniec@sdfoundation.org

SDWF Finance Committee Meeting
2024-04-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom Meeting
If you would like more information about the Finance Committee or would like to attend a committee meeting, please contact Stephanie Cook – stephaniec@sdfoundation.org

SDWF Board Meeting
2024-05-08 12:00 - 13:30 | San Diego Foundation, 2508 Historic Decatur Road ##200, San Diego, CA 92106, San Diego, CA, 92106

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!

SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists Sunset Paint & Sip
2024-09-19 17:00 - 19:30 | Kate Sessions Memorial Park, 5115 Soledad Road, San Diego, CA, 92109, United States
Wind down and unleash your creativity with SDWF Adventuring Philanthropists at Kate Sessions Park in a guided paint session!
Details:

All painting materials will be provided.
Bring a snack or drink to share.
This event is open to non-members, so feel free to invite a friend!

We can’t wait to see you there! Please register in advance to ensure we have enough materials for everyone.

SDWF x Mending Matters Community Partner Connection
2024-09-25 17:30 - 19:00 | San Diego Foundation, 2508 Historic Decatur Road ##200, San Diego, CA 92106, San Diego, CA, 92106
Join SDWF and Mending Matters in an immersive activity where you will experience how they engage, connect, and empower youth in their school communities.
About Mending Matters:
Mending Matters provides on-campus mental health services to middle and high school students. Their team of clinicians offers flexible, free, and unlimited support sessions tailored to each student’s needs. They focus on empowering students through individualized care, student-led initiatives, and continuous collaboration with the school community to ensure effective and evolving mental health programs.
We hope you can join us! Snacks and drinks will be provided, please register in advance.

SDWF Financial Empowerment
2024-10-09 17:00 - 18:30 | The San Diego Foundation – Hoffman Room, 2508 Historic Decatur Rd., San Diego, CA 92106, San Diego, CA, 92106, US
Join SDWF for a financial myth busting session! Our speakers are SDWF members Nancy A. Spector and Helena Xu, who will draw on their decades of experience to identify and challenge commonly held misconceptions about their fields of expertise. Attendees will walk away feeling more informed and confident about their own financial decision-making.
Guest Speakers:
Nancy A. Spector: Certified Specialist, Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law
Helena Xu: Senior Wealth Strategy Associate and Planning Specialist with The Liddy Group at UBS Financial Services
We hope you can join us! Snacks and drinks will be provided, please register in advance.

SDWF Cycle 25 Grantseekers Forum
2024-10-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Meeting
In advance of the Letter of Inquiry (LOI) deadline, SDWF invites and encourages all prospective applicants to attend our Cycle 25 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 in San Diego County that work to prevent and address senior isolation and loneliness, particularly among those most acutely impacted—such as low-income seniors, individuals from under-resourced communities, the homebound, and people with disabilities.
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 | Reel Talk: Understanding Senior Isolation
2024-10-30 18:00 - 19:00 | San Diego Foundation, 2508 Historic Decatur Road ##200, San Diego, CA 92106, San Diego, CA, 92106
In June 2025, SDWF will award unrestricted funding to nonprofit organizations working to prevent and address senior isolation and loneliness through ongoing or increased social and community connections, especially for those most acutely impacted (low-income and those from under-resourced communities, the homebound, and individuals with disabilities).
Join us for a movie night and discussion on senior isolation.
Together, we will watch a documentary episode exploring how growing older can be an isolating experience while exploring innovative ways to create communities that prevent isolation and social withdrawal, followed by a facilitated discussion.
Must register in advance to attend. Popcorn and beverages provided.
