Sonoma Gives

Strong communities rely on strong, adaptable nonprofits. Yet traditional funding often focuses solely on short-term direct services, leaving organizations with little room to innovate, address operational challenges, or plan for long-term stability. To help nonprofits adapt to these changes, Community Foundation Sonoma County is pleased to partner with the County...

In 2026, Community Foundation Sonoma County's Fund for Belonging will distribute more than $1 million to support Sonoma County's immigrant communities in three key areas: legal information sharing to reduce confusion and fear, income generation to increase financial security, and safe spaces to foster community and wellbeing. Through this work,...

From learning to perform on stage for the first time to creating films in the classroom and expressing themselves through murals and storytelling, arts education gives young people opportunities to build confidence, creativity, and community. Community Foundation Sonoma County is proud to announce 18 Arts Education Grants supporting nonprofits that...

We’re excited to welcome three new team members to Community Foundation Sonoma County, each bringing deep experience, strong relationships, and a shared commitment to this place we call home. Across different roles and perspectives, they have something important in common: a focus on connection. Whether it’s building partnerships, working alongside...

Coffee & Community is our annual gathering for nonprofit partners across Sonoma County, a chance to step out of the day-to-day and come together to listen, learn, and connect. This year, more than 130 nonprofit leaders joined us for a morning of conversation, reflection, and collective visioning. Together, we explored...

We’re pleased to welcome Christine to Community Foundation Sonoma County as our new Senior Philanthropic Advisor. With over 15 years of nonprofit fundraising and community-building experience, Christine joins us most recently from Point Blue Conservation Science, where she worked on the philanthropy team connecting caring people to impactful, science-based solutions....

Community Foundation Sonoma County (CFSC) is proud to share $1.2 million in grants to 51 organizations helping people across Sonoma County stay fed, housed, and healthy. Across Sonoma County, many people are struggling to afford basic necessities. As costs rise and resources fall short, more individuals and families are turning...

Leaders Serving Our Community At Community Foundation Sonoma County, our board of directors plays a vital role in shaping our vision, strategy, and impact. We are deeply grateful for the dedicated leaders who give their time, expertise, and passion to guide our mission of creating a just and thriving Sonoma...

The Julia L. Grant Fund for Basic Human Needs program addresses the pressing challenge of meeting the basic needs of individuals and families in Sonoma County. This year, the Basic Human Needs program supported 50 organizations with over $1.3 million in grants, supporting a critical safety net of organizations throughout...

We are thrilled to announce that Angela Ryan has joined Community Foundation Sonoma County as the Executive Director of the Catalyst Fund. Angela brings a deep understanding of Sonoma Valley’s unique challenges and opportunities, having recently served as the Executive Director of the Sonoma Valley Education Foundation. In this newly created...