The San Francisco Foundation

In Marin County, one of California’s most expensive housing markets, the difference between stability and displacement often comes down to timing.

A longtime landlord decides to cash out. A small apartment building goes up for sale. An investor makes a quick, all‑cash offer, and overnight, working families who have anchored a neighborhood for decades face rising rents ...

In honor of Pride Month, our LGBTQ+ employee affinity group is highlighting six Bay Area organizations that are vital to LGBTQ+ communities across the region.

These groups provide essential services—from youth development to legal advocacy—while strengthening safety, belonging, and leadership within the community.

At a time when federal actions are threatening L...

The California Governor’s debate on housing made clear what too many families across the state already know: housing is the central issue. Rising rents, displacement, and homelessness are putting pressure on communities everywhere, and they’re looking for leadership that matches the scale and urgency of the crisis.

This race is crucial because the next governor will sh...

May 20, 2026

Barron’s: These Charitable Funds Have Limits on Giving. What to Know About Restrictions to Donor-Advised Funds.

Donors may have been surprised to learn recently that they can’t give to any organization they want through their donor-advised fund.

That fact became news after some of the largest DAF sponsors in...

It is with deep gratitude and reverence that we honor the life and legacy of Rita R. Semel, who passed away at the remarkable age of 104 on May 13. A respected civic and interfaith leader, devoted wife and mother, and a mentor to so many, including myself, Rita leaves behind an extraordinary legacy. 

Rita’s vision and leadership helped shape the