The San Diego Women's Foundation

What an incredible weekend celebrating our members and their amazing milestones!

Congratulations to everyone reaching 1, 5, 10, 15, 20, and even 25 years. Your dedication, passion, and commitment have helped shape who we are today. We are so proud to celebrate each of you and the impact you’ve made over the years.

A special thank you to our President, Rosette Garcia, for hosting such a thoughtful and memorable event.

Here’s to many more years of growth, connection, and success together!

Our President, Rosette Garcia, and Board Member Kelsey Wadman recently joined CBS8 to talk about our Next25 Campaign and how SDWF members are coming together to shape what’s next.

For 25 years, our community has invested in organizations creating lasting change across San Diego. Now, we’re building on that legacy and expanding our impact.

To welcome new members into this work, we’re offering a special $750 promotional rate.

If you’ve been looking for a way to get more involved in your community, this is your moment to join us.

🎥 Watch the interview:

CBS 8 highlights San Diego Women's Foundation Next25 Initiative Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Our Fellowship community is made up of inspiring individuals across San Diego.

Meet Portia Seautelle, Director of Partnerships at San Diego Wellness Collaborative, who brings curiosity, big-picture thinking, and a deep belief in strengthening nonprofits that serve our region’s diverse communities.

The SDWF 2026 Fellowship Application closes on March 20th! If you or someone you know would like to apply, follow the link below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUn9nv7p4gzzDjxDk9T7Iq74dU_1OMBzTiyvZv8RFimp_C3g/viewform

This is what Fellowship looks like!

Meet Rithi Arora, Grant Writer at YMCA of San Diego County, a storyteller at heart who is passionate about connecting resources to real community needs and believes in listening, learning, and growing alongside others.

The SDWF 2026 Fellowship Application is open until March 20th! If you or someone you know would like to apply, follow the link below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUn9nv7p4gzzDjxDk9T7Iq74dU_1OMBzTiyvZv8RFimp_C3g/viewform

We’re happy to share an upcoming event from our community partner Guitars and Ukes in the Classroom. Join an afternoon of music, storytelling, and art at Sparks Gallery featuring internationally renowned harp guitarist Muriel Anderson, all in support of bringing music into classrooms.

Next Sunday, March 15 at Sparks Gallery in the SD Gaslamp, please join us for the new art exhibitions and an afternoon benefit concert with international phenom, Muriel Anderson! Experience Muriel's exquisite harp guitar artistry and delightful storytelling from her adventures around the world. Seating is limited, so please register early to save your place. This intimate event gives the San Diego GITC community and local art lovers a rare chance to experience her musical magic, and support our charitable work. Hope to see you there!

Thank you to Cal Coast Credit Union and the Women of the Workforce (WOW) Employee Resource Group for inviting the San Diego Women’s Foundation to join your International Women’s Day luncheon.

We’re especially grateful to our board member, Kelsey Wadman, for sharing her personal journey in philanthropy. Kelsey began her career in grant writing at the Center for Community Solutions and now serves as Director of Foundation and Government Relations at Outdoor Outreach.

She spoke about the determination it took to reach her goals—interviewing with Outdoor Outreach three times before landing her current role and how being part of SDWF helped build her confidence and grow as a leader.

Thank you to Cal Coast Credit Union for creating space to celebrate women’s leadership and the power of supporting one another.

Our President, Rosette Garcia, and Board Member Shannon Pavell recently joined Fox 5 to share more about our Next25 Campaign and how collective giving drives meaningful change across San Diego.

For 25 years, SDWF members have come together to support organizations strengthening San Diego communities. Now, we’re building the next chapter.

To welcome new voices into this work, we’re offering a special promotional membership rate of $750 for new members.

If you’ve been thinking about getting involved, this is a great time to join us and be part of our collective impact.

🎥 Watch the interview:

Fox 5 features SD Women's Foundation's Next 25 Years of Impact Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Thinking about applying for the SDWF Fellowship?

Meet Heather Piedrahita, Director of Alumni Relations at National University, someone who believes strong communities are built through lasting relationships and a shared investment in San Diego’s future.

The SDWF 2026 Fellowship Application is open till March 20th! If you or someone you know would like to apply, follow the link below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUn9nv7p4gzzDjxDk9T7Iq74dU_1OMBzTiyvZv8RFimp_C3g/viewform

Get to know our first-year Fellowship members as they share their thoughts on the SDWF Fellowship Program and offer advice to those thinking of applying.

Meet Jessica Diller, Community Events Manager at Just in Time for Foster Youth and a proud San Diegan who loves bringing people together and building meaningful connections across our community.

The SDWF 2026 Fellowship Application is now open! If you or someone you know would like to apply, follow the link below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUn9nv7p4gzzDjxDk9T7Iq74dU_1OMBzTiyvZv8RFimp_C3g/viewform

Thank you for allowing us to be a part of such a special event!