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 […]
Grants of up to $250,000 are available to eligible performing arts venues – including nonprofits -- through The California Office of the Small Business Advocate. The short application window for […]
A Conversation about Year-End giving tips. Date and time coming soon! ***This is an exclusive event for SBF donors and fundholders.
Grants of up to $250,000 are available to eligible performing arts venues – including nonprofits -- through The California Office of the Small Business Advocate. The short application window for […]
Join us (virtually!) at our annual Policy Convention as we explore some of the key issues facing California's nonprofit community in the year ahead. It's a time for grassroots advocates, […]
The Center for Nonprofit Leadership celebrates its 30th anniversary of service to our region’s nonprofit sector and philanthropic community. Join us for this special Celebration of the Sector to recognize 30 […]
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 […]
Santa Barbara Foundation’s Small Capacity Building Grant Program awards grants with a short review period and up to $5,000 aimed at strengthening the organizational capacity and effectiveness of Santa Barbara […]
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