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We connect, collaborate and catalyze

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Who We Are

As a community foundation, SVCF brings together the resources and skills of donors, businesses, government, and community members to address the most pressing challenges in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties.

We actively pursue solutions to the region’s housing, childhood education and economic disparities. Alongside community partners and donors, we use tools such as grantmaking, advocacy, research and policy work to drive lasting, positive change and create a future where every community member can thrive.

Vision
Our community is united to create an equitable, economically secure and vibrant future for all.
Mission
We connect people, ideas and resources to transform systems and ensure equity and opportunity for all.
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What We Do

We serve our whole community—from individuals and families to nonprofits, donors, and advisors, to local officials, institutions, and companies of all types and sizes. As a community foundation, we are non-partisan and non-political.

We build a sense of shared purpose, catalyze inclusive solutions, and deliver positive impact that changes lives for the better locally, nationally and globally. We deliver groundbreaking progress and solutions right here at home. We share our expertise and build greater capacity in others.


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We’re looking for people who want to use their talents to make a lasting difference locally and globally. If that’s you, contact us.


Get the latest information about SVCF and the impact of our advocacy, research, policy and grantmaking on the community.

Our Tax I.D. number

Silicon Valley Community Foundation's federal tax identification number/EIN (employer identification number) is 20-5205488

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