Donor Stories Archives - The San Diego Foundation

Amid Tragedy, San Diego Philanthropist Bob Wilson Gives $1.1 Million to Help Wildfire Survivors

30 November 2018 | by TSDF

Learn how Bob Wilson, longtime donor with the Escondido Charitable Foundation and The San Diego Foundation, brought some positivity to individuals whose lives were impacted by the Camp Fire.

Giving Back is a Family Affair for the Anklesarias

19 November 2018 | by TSDF

Learn how the Anklesaria family is living proof that philanthropy can serve a deep and powerful purpose for parents and their children.

Susan Gephardt’s Legacy Smells of Roses

29 October 2018 | by TSDF

Through her endowment fund, V. Susan Gephardt's philanthropic ongoing legacy helps enrich the visitor experience in Balboa Park and the iconic Rose Garden.

Sue Randerson Helps Develop Next Generation of Environmental Stewards

29 August 2018 | by TSDF

Learn how Sue Randerson became a longtime champion for connecting, protecting and increasing access to San Diego's outdoors through her philanthropy.

Diane Johnson: Champion for an Equitable & Just Society

24 July 2018 | by TSDF

Learn how philanthropist Diane Johnson's legacy fund is helping low-income and first-generation San Diego students prepare for, pay for and persist through college.

Pat & Chris Weil Strengthen the Future for Hundreds of San Diego Students

30 May 2018 | by TSDF

Discover how Pat and Chris Weils' philanthropy is the perfect example of a broader charitable movement that is bridging the education gap among underserved communities.

Barbara Monroe: From Hollywood Star to Community Hero

3 April 2018 | by TSDF

A Hollywood star during the silent film era, Barbara Monroe established a legacy scholarship fund at The San Diego Foundation that now helps hundreds of local students pursue higher education.

Karen McElliott Leaves Life-Saving Legacy After Family Tragedy

28 February 2018 | by TSDF

Learn how the sudden death of Karen McElliott's husband from cardiac arrest helped lead to the creation of San Diego Project Heart Beat and save the lives of San Diegans region-wide.

Debbie Kurth Helps Make Rancho Bernardo One of Region’s Most Generous Communities

31 January 2018 | by TSDF

From Volunteer of the Year for the Rancho Bernardo Business Association to Honorary Mayor of the community of Rancho Bernardo, Debbie Kurth's many accolades speak volumes.

Knox Williams Personifies the Gift of Giving

28 December 2017 | by TSDF

Learn how longtime philanthropist Knox Williams has been leaving his mark in Carlsbad and the greater San Diego region for more than 56 years.

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Category: Donor Stories

Amid Tragedy, San Diego Philanthropist Bob Wilson Gives $1.1 Million to Help Wildfire Survivors

Giving Back is a Family Affair for the Anklesarias

Susan Gephardt’s Legacy Smells of Roses

Sue Randerson Helps Develop Next Generation of Environmental Stewards

Diane Johnson: Champion for an Equitable & Just Society

Pat & Chris Weil Strengthen the Future for Hundreds of San Diego Students

Barbara Monroe: From Hollywood Star to Community Hero

Karen McElliott Leaves Life-Saving Legacy After Family Tragedy

Debbie Kurth Helps Make Rancho Bernardo One of Region’s Most Generous Communities

Knox Williams Personifies the Gift of Giving

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