Silicon Valley Community Foundation

We’re honored to celebrate these remarkable leaders during Black Philanthropy Month! The contributions of Marc Philpart, Keshia Sexton, Fred Blackwell, Dr. Robert K. Ross and our own Nicole Taylor showcase the strength of collective impact in advancing equity and justice. Their commitment inspires us all to keep pushing forward in uplifting our communities. Thank you for your leadership! #BlackPhilanthropyMonth

📣 Nonprofits in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties: Apply for a SVCF Grant! Silicon Valley Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications until Friday, September 6, 2024. Our request for proposals (RFP) is open to local nonprofit organizations engaged in the following focus areas: - Arts and Culture - Environment - Faith and Neighborhoods - Health - Local Journalism - Movement- and Power-Building We've simplified the application process. You can now apply through a single application, twice a year, across a wide range of focus areas. Visit our website to review the requirements, watch a virtual information session, and schedule time with SVCF’s grantmaking team if you need more information. If you have any questions, please contact SVCF’s grantmaking team at [email protected]. We look forward to receiving your application! Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/eGan78Ry #GrantOpportunity #Nonprofits #BayArea #SVCFGrants #CommunitySupport

There are only three stops in the State of Black California event series left – RSVP now to join us! Over the last few months, we’ve traveled to San Diego, Santa Barbara, and Fresno, convening lawmakers, local leaders, and community members for critical conversations on the issues impacting our communities. Thank you to the hundreds who have shown up and committed to building power and driving change for our communities. Next month, we are headed north, with stops in Sacramento and Oakland. And, in early October, we will cap off the series in Moreno Valley with the second annual State of the Black I.E., featuring a special keynote from civil rights and social justice icon Reverend Al Sharpton. Visit stateofblackcalifornia.org to RSVP today! #SOBC #StateofBlackCalifornia

Thank you to everyone who joined us last Wednesday for the PEEP (Party to Enhance Equity in Philanthropy) event! It was wonderful to reconnect and network with such an inspiring and dynamic group of nonprofit leaders! A special thank you to our amazing partners—the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, The Sobrato Organization, and The Health Trust - for co-hosting this event and helping to create a space where we can come together to advance equity in philanthropy. We look forward to continuing this important work together! #Networking #CommunityBuilding #PEEP #Philanthropy #EquityInAction

Join Choose Children, Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits and other partners for a Santa Clara County District 2 Supervisor Candidate Forum! Monday, August 26 at 3:00pm, in person at Sobrato Center, San Jose. Go to www.svcn.org to register now!

We share the disappointing news that the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) has decided to withdraw the $20 billion general obligation bond measure for affordable housing from the November 5th ballot. The postponement of the proposed BAHFA bond marks a significant setback in our collective efforts to bring more affordable housing to our communities. Research consistently shows that creating affordable homes is the most effective way to prevent homelessness. Despite this unfortunate delay, we remain hopeful that the Bay Area will embrace the next version of this measure, acting on our shared commitment of compassion and care for those who need it most. Learn more about the decision and what’s next in the full statement: https://lnkd.in/gbTTQzwf #AffordableHousing #BayArea #SVCF #HomelessnessPrevention

Join us for our signature annual event, where we bring the community together to network and discuss the critical role of journalism in a functioning democracy. 🗓 Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. 📍 Location: Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts We are thrilled to welcome renowned journalist and PBS News senior correspondent Judy Woodruff to the stage, where she will engage in a conversation with our president and CEO, Nicole Taylor. Judy will also moderate a discussion with distinguished journalism leaders on how we can support journalism initiatives to help them thrive in the years ahead. We are thrilled to welcome an exceptional lineup of speakers: Judy Woodruff, Senior Correspondent, Former Anchor & Managing Director, PBS News Neil Chase, CEO, CalMatters Ramona Giwargis, Co-founder and CEO, San José Spotlight Michael Isip, President & CEO, KQED Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and engage on this important topic. REGISTER NOW ➡ https://lnkd.in/gR8d4CAD #SVCFAnnualMeeting #JournalismMatters #Democracy

📣 Nonprofits in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties: Apply for a SVCF Grant! Silicon Valley Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications until Friday, September 6, 2024. Our request for proposals (RFP) is open to local nonprofit organizations engaged in the following focus areas: - Arts and Culture - Environment - Faith and Neighborhoods - Health - Local Journalism - Movement- and Power-Building We've simplified the application process. You can now apply through a single application, twice a year, across a wide range of focus areas. Visit our website to review the requirements, watch a virtual information session, and schedule time with SVCF’s grantmaking team if you need more information. If you have any questions, please contact SVCF’s grantmaking team at [email protected]. We look forward to receiving your application! Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/eGan78Ry #GrantOpportunity #Nonprofits #BayArea #SVCFGrants #CommunitySupport

As we continue to celebrate Black Philanthropy Month, we recognize three dynamic leaders, including SFF's very own Fred Blackwell, Brandi Howard of the East Bay Community Foundation, and Nicole Taylor of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation. These Black-led philanthropic institutions continue to forge a path toward a Bay Area where all people across the region can live, work, enjoy, and thrive. #BlackPhilanthropyMonth #BPM2024

We are thrilled to welcome two outstanding professionals to our executive leadership team. Marie D'Costa has joined us as Executive Vice President of Philanthropic Partnerships, and Moses Zapien as Executive Vice President of Community Action, Initiatives, and Policy. Marie brings a wealth of experience from her role at The New York Community Trust and will lead our efforts in strengthening donor relationships and driving impactful philanthropic initiatives. Moses, with his extensive background in advocacy and public service, will focus on enhancing our grantmaking programs and developing policies to promote equity in our communities. Learn more about their commitment to advancing our mission in today's press release: https://lnkd.in/gjW52qDe Please join us in welcoming Marie and Moses to SVCF! #Leadership #CommunityImpact #Philanthropy #SVCF #NewTeamMembers