Our Mission

Advancing

Collective Philanthropy in San Diego

The San Diego Women’s Foundation brings people together to learn, give, and drive meaningful change in our community.

Our Mission

Connect, educate and inspire women to come together in collective philanthropy

Our Vision

A connected network of changemakers, committed to bold philanthropy that creates a more equitable San Diego region

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What We Value

Learning

We believe informed giving leads to greater impact. Through education and shared experiences, we deepen our understanding of community needs and solutions.

Belonging

We foster an inclusive and welcoming environment where every member feels valued, respected, and empowered to participate.

Equity

We are committed to advancing equity by supporting organizations and initiatives that address systemic challenges and uplift underserved communities.

Collaboration

We believe in the power of working together, pooling resources, perspectives, and expertise to maximize our collective impact.

Integrity

We act with transparency, accountability, and trust in all that we do.

How We Put Our Mission Into Action

We are a member-driven community that practices collective philanthropy through a thoughtful and engaging process:

  • Learning together

    about critical issues affecting San Diego

  • Evaluating nonprofit organizations

    through a rigorous grantmaking process

  • Pooling resources

    to fund high-impact solutions

  • Engaging members

    in meaningful, hands-on philanthropy

Through this approach, we empower individuals to become more informed, confident, and impactful philanthropists.

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Who We Serve

We support nonprofit organizations across San Diego County that are addressing pressing community challenges, with a focus on advancing equity and opportunity in underserved communities.

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Our Story

Founded in 2000, the San Diego Women’s Foundation was created to expand women’s participation in philanthropy and build a more informed, engaged community of givers.

Today, we continue to grow as a diverse network of changemakers committed to learning, giving, and making a lasting difference.

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Be part of a network committed to learning, giving, and creating meaningful change in San Diego.

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