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 [...]
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 [...]
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 [...]