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: First Tuesday from September – June, 3:30PM – 4:30PM Dale Spector, 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
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 […]
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 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 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
Food insecurity has long been an issue in our community - recent data shows that as many as 1 in 3 San Diegans lack access to adequate food. This year, in our 22nd grants cycle, the San Diego Women's Foundation will fund solutions to this critical issue. Join us on Wednesday, October 6th, to learn more about this […]
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
SDWF members are invited to join us for one of our Strategic Plan Socials, where we provide updates on our strategic plan and commitment to equity, learning, collaboration, and more! The Strategic Plan Socials will serve as an opportunity for SDWF members to be reacquainted with our 3-year Strategic Plan and provide feedback to help […]
