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From thoughtful conversations and leadership sessions to moments of reflection and connection, here are a few highlights...
07/30/2026

From thoughtful conversations and leadership sessions to moments of reflection and connection, here are a few highlights from this year's SVCF 1440 Multiversity Retreat. 🌳

Each year, SVCF brings together nonprofit leaders, community partners, funders and staff for a unique opportunity to step away from the demands of daily work to focus on strengthening relationships, exchanging ideas and exploring new ways to address the challenges facing our region.

Surrounded by the redwoods of Scotts Valley, participants spent three days building connections, sharing experiences and collaborating across issue areas including housing, food systems, health, early childhood, arts and culture, journalism, Indigenous leadership, immigration and movement building.

Meaningful change doesn't happen in isolation. It happens when people come together with a shared commitment to learning, partnership and community.

We're grateful to 1440 Foundation and The Health Trust for partnering with us to make this year's retreat possible and support nonprofit leaders across our region.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this year's retreat such a meaningful experience. We look forward to seeing the ideas, partnerships and collaborations that continue to grow from these conversations. ❤️

This morning, SVCF joined leaders from across the Bay Area at the 2026 Corporate Philanthropy Awards & Summit, hosted by...
07/30/2026

This morning, SVCF joined leaders from across the Bay Area at the 2026 Corporate Philanthropy Awards & Summit, hosted by the San Francisco Business Times and Silicon Valley Business Journal.

Jessica Weare, SVCF Vice President of Corporate Responsibility, had the honor of presenting NetApp with the Education Beyond the Check Award, recognizing its commitment to creating impact that extends beyond financial support.

SVCF President and CEO Nicole Taylor also joined Fred Blackwell of the San Francisco Foundation and Pete Casillas of the San Francisco Business Times for a conversation about the power of cross-sector collaboration. Together, they explored the important role corporations, AI innovators, nonprofits and individual philanthropists play in addressing our communities’ most urgent challenges.

At a time when local organizations are facing rising demand and growing uncertainty, meaningful progress depends on partnership, shared responsibility and a willingness to meet the moment.

Congratulations to NetApp and all of this year’s honorees!

Thank you to the Japanese American Museum of San Jose and Contemporary Asian Theater Scene(CATS) for leading such a mean...
07/17/2026

Thank you to the Japanese American Museum of San Jose and Contemporary Asian Theater Scene(CATS) for leading such a meaningful guided walking tour of San Jose's Japantown during Obon Festival weekend.

Our team was honored to learn more about the rich history, resilience and vibrant culture of one of only three remaining historic Japantowns in the United States.

Congratulations to the Japantown community on its recent designation as a California Cultural District—a well-deserved recognition that celebrates and helps preserve this remarkable neighborhood for generations to come.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4gEYG3C

Applications are now open for the California Civic Media Program, which invests in local, ethnic and community news orga...
07/14/2026

Applications are now open for the California Civic Media Program, which invests in local, ethnic and community news organizations across California.

Eligible organizations can apply for funding to support original, community-focused journalism.
Key details:
• Applications close August 21 at 12 p.m. PT
• Applicant webinars and office hours are available throughout the application period

To learn more visit: cacivicmedia.org

This Fourth of July, we're celebrating the power of generosity. 🇺🇸 Every day across Silicon Valley, donors, nonprofits, ...
07/02/2026

This Fourth of July, we're celebrating the power of generosity. 🇺🇸
Every day across Silicon Valley, donors, nonprofits, volunteers and community partners come together to help neighbors thrive. Whether it's expanding access to food, housing, healthcare or education - generosity helps build stronger communities.

We're proud to join the hashtag campaign celebrating 250 years of charitable giving and the many ways generosity continues to make a difference today.

This Fourth of July, please join us in celebrating the power of American generosity. ❤️

GenerosityBuilds.org

"Humble Beginnings." That's the message captured in this beautiful mural created through the work of Guadalupe River Par...
06/30/2026

"Humble Beginnings." That's the message captured in this beautiful mural created through the work of Guadalupe River Park Conservancy, one of this year's Community Action Grant recipients.

It's also a fitting reflection of the Community Action Grants program itself.

Every day, small, community-rooted nonprofits across Santa Clara and San Mateo counties are creating opportunities, strengthening neighborhoods and addressing local challenges. While they may not always have access to large philanthropic funding, their impact is felt throughout our region.

This year, Silicon Valley Community Foundation is proud to invest $2.7 million in 139 local nonprofits through our Community Action Grants program, supporting organizations that serve historically marginalized communities and are deeply connected to the people they serve.

We invite you to explore this year's grantees, learn about their work - and find ways to support the organizations helping build a stronger Silicon Valley.

đź”— View the full list of recipients: https://www.svcf.org/about/news-media/blog/silicon-valley-community-foundation-awards-2-7m-to-local-nonprofits-serving-marginalized-communities

As Silicon Valley enters a new era of wealth creation driven by AI, an important question emerges: What opportunities wi...
06/26/2026

As Silicon Valley enters a new era of wealth creation driven by AI, an important question emerges: What opportunities will this create for philanthropy and community impact?

In a recent article by The Wall Street Journal, SVCF President and CEO Nicole Taylor shared her perspective on what the next wave of tech wealth could mean for charitable giving.

As Nicole notes, Silicon Valley has experienced multiple waves of innovation and wealth creation - from Hewlett and Packard to the social media era and now AI. Across generations, one theme has remained consistent: people want to create change, and they want to do it at scale.

The article explores how potential future IPOs and liquidity events could shape philanthropy in the years ahead, and how a new generation of donors may approach giving through a focus on systemic challenges such as climate change, education and economic opportunity.

At SVCF, we're committed to helping donors turn generosity into meaningful, lasting impact for our communities. Read the article to learn more about the future of philanthropy in the age of AI.

➡️ https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/tech-s-next-ipo-wave-promises-a-charitable-windfall/ar-AA25Cmae

A recent Palo alto Weekly article highlights how organizations like Second Harvest of Silicon Valley are preparing for i...
06/15/2026

A recent Palo alto Weekly article highlights how organizations like Second Harvest of Silicon Valley are preparing for increased demand as new CalFresh work requirements take effect and additional reductions loom.

Through Silicon Valley Community Foundation's Community Lifeline Fund, we are helping local nonprofits respond to growing community needs. Second Harvest of Silicon Valley is among the organizations that have already received support through the fund, helping ensure families, seniors and individuals facing food insecurity can continue to access essential services.

As our Executive Vice President of Community Impact and Policy, Moses Zapien, shared in the article: "The need simply shifts to local food banks, community-based organizations, schools, faith communities and other nonprofits that become the safety net."

The need is growing, and so is the importance of supporting the organizations working on the front lines.

Read the full article in Palo Alto Weekly: https://www.paloaltoonline.com/food/2026/06/12/new-calfresh-work-requirements-put-67000-in-silicon-valley-at-risk-of-losing-food-assistance/

❤️ Help strengthen our community safety net. Give today: svcf.org/lifeline

What a great morning at the 2026 Bay Area Council's Silicon Valley Summit!Four members of the SVCF team joined leaders f...
06/12/2026

What a great morning at the 2026 Bay Area Council's Silicon Valley Summit!

Four members of the SVCF team joined leaders from across business, government and philanthropy for conversations about the future of the Bay Area. From the rapid evolution of AI to healthcare innovation and regional leadership, the Summit offered valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges shaping our communities.

We especially enjoyed hearing from keynote speaker Fareed Zakaria, and from San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee and Assemblymember Buffy Wicks, as well as the thought-provoking discussions featuring leaders from OpenAI, NVIDIA, Google, Sutter Health and Genentech.

Thank you, Bay Area Council, for the invitation, and to Sutter Health and Genentech for bringing together so many voices committed to the future of our region. We left feeling energized by the ideas and partnerships that will help move the Bay Area forward.

Last week, members of SVCF's Donor Circle for Environment joined San Bruno Mountain Watch for a guided visit to San Brun...
06/12/2026

Last week, members of SVCF's Donor Circle for Environment joined San Bruno Mountain Watch for a guided visit to San Bruno Mountain State and County Park.

The group explored the Summit Loop Trail while learning about the mountain's unique ecosystem, native plant communities, and the interconnected web of life they support. Along the way, participants had the opportunity to see firsthand how San Bruno Mountain Watch is working to preserve and restore native habitats, protect biodiversity, and expand access to nature.

Experiences like these help connect donors directly with the organizations and landscapes they support, deepening understanding and inspiring continued engagement.

Thank you to San Bruno Mountain Watch for hosting us and sharing your important work!

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