Join SDWF
Together,
We Create Change
A community of women transforming San Diego through collective giving.
Since 2000, members of the San Diego Women’s Foundation (SDWF) have granted more than $5.6 million to over 125 local nonprofits, improving the lives of thousands of San Diegans.
When you join SDWF, you become part of a powerful community of women who learn together, give together, and make a lasting impact together.
Why Join SDWF
Connect.
Build meaningful relationships with diverse, community-minded individuals.
Learn.
Deepen your understanding of San Diego’s most pressing issues.
Lead.
Shape the future of local philanthropy through collective decision-making.
Impact.
Pool your contributions to create larger, more sustainable change.
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VALERIE JACOBS
I have friends who I would have never met if it weren't for SDWF. Since we are form different parts of the county and work in a variety of professions, SDWF has provided an opportunity for us to come together around the same goal: improving the community. Working together to achieve something meaningful naturally results in lasting friendships. I feel blessed that I have met so many friends through SDWF.
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KRISHNA KABRA
I have formed so many meaningful relationships. With alum, current board members and members but most of all staff. There is such a genuine and heartfelt sense of community among us all. I love that. It’s not something that is easy to foster. Stephanie and the team bring such a wonderful positive culture to the Foundation – we as Board members simply amplify it.
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TD SMITH
One memorable moment from my time with SDWF was speaking to prospective fellowship participants about the foundation’s impact on my life. Standing alongside founding members and past fellows, I felt immense pride sharing my journey and offering a perspective that added depth to their understanding. It was a powerful reminder of the legacy we’re continuing to build together.
Membership Options
Your membership contribution supports annual grants to local nonprofits and ongoing education and engagement opportunities for members and the broader community.
No matter your giving level, every member has an equal voice and vote in our collective decision-making process.
Giving Level 1
$2500 / Year
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Full Membership benefits, including voting privileges, committee involvement, and event access.
*Rate based on giving capacity
Giving Level 2
$1,250 / Year
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Full membership benefits, including voting privileges, committee involvement, and event access.
*Rate based on giving capacity
25th Anniversary Giving Level
$750 / First Year
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Special Promotional Rate – Available for new members only. Enjoy full membership benefits while celebrating SDWF’s 25th anniversary!
*Rate based on giving capacity
Optional Enhancements
President’s Circle Contribution
President’s Circle members give beyond their dues to increase our grantmaking capacity and support our growth and sustainability as an organization.
$3,000 additional
Collaboration Committee Contribution
Collaboration Committee contributions grants access to take part in a nimble collaborative-funding pool.
$500 additional
Each member’s contribution is tax deductible as allowed by law. Tax ID: 33-0907092
Ways to Contribute
We offer several easy options to make your membership contribution:
Have questions about joining or payment options? Contact Ahtziri Ayala at aayala@sdfoundation.org
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