About Community Foundation
Sonoma County
Community Foundation Sonoma County helps people give back to the place they love. With over 40 years of experience and deep roots in the region, we partner with donors, nonprofits, and local leaders to strengthen giving, grow impact, and support the people and organizations driving change in Sonoma County.
We work alongside donors and nonprofits alike —making philanthropy easy and meaningful through trusted guidance and personalized support, and helping organizations grow stronger through grants, capacity-building, and collaborative initiatives.
We’ve granted more than $300 million to local organizations and now steward over $214 million in charitable assets across 450 charitable funds created by individuals, families, businesses, and community groups. Together with donors and partners, we’re addressing Sonoma County’s most pressing issues—from housing and healthcare to climate resilience, education, and equity.
Our Vision
A vibrant, just and inclusive community for all.
Our Mission
We advance the power of people, ideas, and resources to solve Sonoma County’s most pressing problems.
Our values
Leadership
We lead with courage and compassion, approach challenges with empathy and humility, and ensure that diverse community voices and perspectives are included in decision-making.
Equity
Fairness and belonging are the lens through which we address pressing issues and disparities in our community, ensuring everyone feels valued, that their voice matters, and that they have what they need to thrive.
Community
We are made for and by community- donors, nonprofits, and community members- enriched by the diversity of Sonoma County. We foster community through meaningful relationships; sharing resources and power, we cultivate transparency, accountability, and trust.
Key FActs about Cfsc
- Community Foundation Sonoma County was established in 1983.
- Our office is located in Santa Rosa, California.
- We have a dedicated and knowledgeable staff of 16.
- Our current assets of over $200 million are held in over 450 charitable funds created by individuals, families, community groups and businesses.
- We are governed by a Board of Directors representing a cross section of Sonoma County’s business, civic and philanthropic leaders and our President & CEO.
- Since inception, the Community Foundation and our donors have awarded $300 million in grants.
Community Foundation Sonoma County is confirmed in compliance with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations.