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July Coffee & Conversations
A Conversation about Food. Date and time coming soon! ***This is an exclusive event for SBF donors and fundholders.
A Conversation about Food. Date and time coming soon! ***This is an exclusive event for SBF donors and fundholders.
A Conversation about Shelter & Safety/Housing. ***This is an exclusive event for SBF donors and fundholders.
A Conversation about Collaborative Problem Solving. Date and time coming soon! ***This is an exclusive event for SBF donors and fundholders.
78th People of the Year Awards Ceremony Formerly known as Man & Woman of the Year, the 78th annual People of the Year honors Santa Barbara area individuals, couples, or families whose volunteer service represent a meaningful commitment to the community. Learn more and register for the 78th People of the Year Ceremony.
Conversation topic TBD. Date and time coming soon! ***This is an exclusive event for SBF donors and fundholders.
Join us for our in-person Celebrate Philanthropy luncheon at the beautiful Santa Maria Country Club. Stay tuned for more information about the awards recipients and event details. Celebrate Philanthropy honors individuals, couples or families who, through direct service or financial support, have demonstrated outstanding civic and charitable work in the Santa Maria Valley. Learn more […]
A Conversation about Year-End giving tips. Date and time coming soon! ***This is an exclusive event for SBF donors and fundholders.
Looking to make change in your community? Have a great idea for doing good and helping others? We applaud that charitable spirit and want to help you consider your first steps toward realizing your vision. Should you incorporate as a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization or consider an alternative, like working with a fiscal sponsor? What forms […]
Perfect for the first-time grant writer or those interested in brushing up on the fundamentals, this introductory workshop provides an overview of why grants are an important part of a development strategy. Workshop attendees will explore the basics of writing a winning proposal and learn how to craft each component of a grant proposal. Register […]
Nominate an individual, couple, or family for the 79th Person of the Year honor! The Santa Barbara Foundation invites the community at large to nominate an individual, couple, or family whose volunteer service represents a meaningful commitment to the community; addresses a real community needs or enhances the quality of life in the Santa Barbara […]
Nominate an individual, couple, or family for the 2022 Celebrate Philanthropy honor! The Santa Barbara Foundation invites the community at large to nominate an individual, couple, or family who, through direct service or financial support, have demonstrated outstanding civic and charitable work in the Santa Maria Valley. Nominations open Monday, May 16, and close Friday, […]