In the days after the October 2017 wildfires, emergency officials knew that the cleanup process would be a long haul. They also knew they needed to start working immediately to identify a partner that could immediately take in the hundreds of thousands of tons of...
Magali Telles is Los Cien’s first paid executive director, which marks yet another milestone in the organization’s development—and draws attention to the speed at which the organization has grown. “Since their founding in 2008, Los Cien has gone from all volunteers with a small all-volunteer board,...
We are thrilled to announce grants to two organizations working to help individuals impacted by the fires who are struggling with insurance claims, legal issues, and securing the resources they need to recover. These grants are funded through our Sonoma County Resilience Fund, which was established in...
When Katherine Fulton and Katharine Kunst moved into their home in the heart of Sonoma, they knew this community was unique. They were charmed by its beauty and small town vibe. Katharine Kunst explains, “I love that it is so incredibly walkable. As an artist and...
A man of many talents, Barry Weitzenberg is a modest, observant man. Community Foundation Sonoma County’s former board chair’s demeanor—refined, understated, and intelligent—doesn’t suggest the magnitude of his accomplishments. His activities in his spare time—golf, duck hunting, bike riding, to name a few—keep him physically active,...
Steph Curry prevailed against Chris Paul once again in a showdown on ABC's Celebrity Family Feud on Sunday June 24th. The stakes? A $25,000 donation to the player's charity of choice. The Curry Family win means a $25,000 donation will be made to our very...
Welcome to our new VP for Finance and Operations, Ann Butterfield! Ann brings over 20 years of executive leadership experience in multi-faceted non-profit organizations and has a strong passion for community development and social change. Ann joined Community Foundation Sonoma County after serving as Director of Business...
Welcome to our new Controller, Noel Mechau! Noel feels fortunate to have been born and raised in Santa Rosa. She graduated from Sonoma State University with her BS in Business Administration / Accounting and an emphasis on Philosophy, as well. Specializing in the hospitality industry she...
A rainy night didn’t deter nearly 200 donors and nonprofit leaders from gathering together at SHED to celebrate local philanthropy and to honor Mary Hafner for her steadfast leadership and support of the Healdsburg Forever Fund. In 2017, Healdsburg Forever awarded a record $160,000 in grants...
Earlier this month our CEO Elizabeth Brown chatted with KSRO morning news host Pat Kerrigan to give listeners an update on our Sonoma County Resilience Fund. This interview has been condensed and lightly edited for clarity. Pat Kerrigan: Is the money still coming in? Elizabeth Brown: Yes! We...