2021 Annual Report

Mobilizing Collective Resources for Santa Barbara County. SBF’s 2021 Annual Report provides examples of how the Foundation works on behalf of Santa Barbara County and asks our community members to engage with us to enhance the lives of all who live in our region.

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State of the Nonprofit Sector

After a turbulent and unpredictable global pandemic that shook the nonprofit sector, the data reveal key insights to guide funders, practitioners, and government agencies in collaborating toward reopening and rebuilding. Read the report that provides the most up-to-date and holistic picture of Santa Barbara County’s nonprofit sector.

Choose Your Option for Impact

Whether you’d like to contribute a one-time donation or create an ongoing partnership, your goals in giving are very important to us. We offer our expertise to assist you in finding the right giving opportunity. Whatever cause is near and dear to your heart, we will work with you to make an impact.

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Open a Fund

Establish a charitable account to support the causes or organizations you care about.

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Give Together

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Leave A Legacy

Give a gift that will positively impact the next generation and leave a lasting legacy.

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Corporate Philanthropy

Support a culture of philanthropy. Demonstrate your corporate leadership by investing in the health and well-being of Santa Barbara County.

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Donor Resources

Get access to FAQs, Bill of Rights, Privacy Policy, Bequest Language, Quarterly Reports and so much more.

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Discover Our Impact

See some of our latest work impacting the many communities of Santa Barbara County.

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