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 [...]

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 [...]

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. [...]

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: [...]

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 [...]

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 […]

All are invited for an exciting day of soccer, community, and unforgettable fun! Cheer on our team with fellow SDWF members and enjoy the electric stadium atmosphere. We hope you can join us! Please register in advance so we know how many tickets to purchase.

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! […]

This season we're getting into the spirit of giving by partnering with Cycle 24 Community Partner Monarch School Project to support their efforts to provide quality mental health support and wrap-around services to youth in San Diego County at our annual Holiday Party with a Purpose. Monarch School Project has requested in-kind donations and monetary contributions to help support [...]