The San Diego Women's Foundation

Thank you to everyone who joined our Adventuring Philanthropists group for a paint and sip night at Kate Sessions Memorial Park yesterday. Cheers to more beautiful moments and masterpieces together!

Teaching literacy through music works. Along with supercharging student engagement, this is GITC's greatest area of impact. Here is why. "Neuromusical research has pinpointed the brain mechanisms and interactions that decode language sounds to understand and develop the syntax of language right through to the comprehension and creation of meaning through language. It has led to the enlightening finding that the human brain processes all language as if it was music." For more insights, please read on! #literacy #musiceducation The San Diego Council on Literacy NAMM Foundation San Diego Foundation The San Diego Women's Foundation Social Venture Partners International

Only one week left until our SDWF Summer Social! Join us on August 29th at Coastal Roots Farm. Enjoy a glass of wine, light bites, and a beautiful sunset while connecting with fellow members. Attendees will also have the unique opportunity to learn about sustainable agriculture and food justice through an informative tour of the farm. Don't miss this chance to unwind and gain insight into the impactful work happening right here in our community. We can't wait to see you there! https://lnkd.in/gm_yQHer

Last week’s board retreat was filled with energy, ideas, and inspiration. As we step into this new fiscal year, we're more committed than ever to making a meaningful impact together. We are grateful for the amazing women on our board who will be leading our foundation with dedication and purpose. Here’s to a year of growth, collaboration, and meaningful progress toward a more equitable community!

We are thrilled to share that two of our board members Carolyn Taylor and Tonya Torosian are finalists for San Diego Magazine's Celebration Women Awards! Tonya Torosian is in the running for the Nonprofit Pioneer award. Carolyn Taylor is a finalist for the Finance Pioneer award. Awards are selected by popular vote, so please take a moment to share and cast your vote to support your fellow SDWF members. Voting is open today through Sunday, August 25th. You can only vote once for each category. Vote here: https://lnkd.in/gWMZG8xh Congratulations, Carolyn, and Tonya. It’s an honor to be in community with such inspiring women!