Our Affiliates
The Community Foundation values partnerships that work together to strengthen a shared vision. We proudly support the work of these partners who are making a difference in Sonoma County. Our affiliates enable residents in each geographical area to realize their philanthropy within their local community. Each affiliate has local board members, donors and its own grantmaking program. Local communities benefit from the Community Foundation’s resources, including a comprehensive investment program, professional services, grantmaking expertise, legal knowledge and administrative support.
Healdsburg Area – serving the greater Healdsburg area, including Geyserville, Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and parts of Russian River Valley (USPS Zip Codes 95448 and 95441)
Sonoma Valley Fund – serving Sonoma Valley
“There’s never enough money to solve all the current pressing community needs,” says Jeannie Schulz, founding board member who helped design the blueprint of the Community Foundation. “In the early days, the board focused on creating an unrestricted endowment; we did everything we could to encourage a wide donor base.” More…
In 1995 when former Santa Rosa Mayor, Charles "Chop" DeMeo chose to leave his $16 million estate for the benefit of Sonoma County teens and homeless mothers, he knew he would be creating a bridge to the future. His legacy, the DeMeo Teen Club, a supporting organization of the Community Foundation, is a perfect example of creating something lasting value that spans generations