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.
Diane Johnson: Champion for an Equitable & Just Society
Category: Donor Stories
Pat & Chris Weil Strengthen the Future for Hundreds of San Diego Students
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
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
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
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
Learn how longtime philanthropist Knox Williams has been leaving his mark in Carlsbad and the greater San Diego region for more than 56 years.
Bill Geppert Cycles 3,500 Miles Across U.S. to Help Challenged Athletes
Learn why San Diego philanthropist Bill Geppert and his wife Amy completed the daunting challenge of cycling from the west coast of Oregon to the east coast of Maine.
Mary Alice and Ron Brady: A Birthday Gift that Keeps on Giving
Learn how Ron Brady's endowment fund gift to Mary Alice has helped positively impact the lives of more than 300,000 San Diego children and families.
J.A. and Flossie Mae Smith Plant Seeds for Youth to Flourish
Since 1973, the J.A. and Flossie Mae Smith Scholarship Fund has awarded more than $300,000 in scholarships.
Amid Heartbreak, Elene Bratton Brings Joy to the Community
After losing her 6-year-old son in a tragic auto accident, Elene Bratton decided to keep her son Jamie's legacy alive by giving back to her community to further his message of joy, love, connection and peace.
