History of RSF Foundation In October 1981, four local Rancho Santa Fe residents came together with the hope of creating a local foundation for individual philanthropists to help improve the community. Knowing they would need help to achieve their goal, they enlisted a group of founding directors to create what was to be known as […]
Updates
North County COVID19 Response Fund March 2021 Update
It’s hard to believe that the COVID19 Pandemic has been our reality for a year now. While time has become confusing – days passing slowly and months blurring together, one thing is for certain, our global and local communities will be feeling the effects of COVID19 long into the future. Our work through the North […]
How to Navigate Virtual Site Visits
With almost everything being virtual these days, we’re becoming well versed in hosting business online. And even though we’re all anxious to get back together and be able to gather in person, some of the conveniences of conducting business online will help us be more efficient even after we return to the office. With that, […]
Honoring Black History Month – Philanthropy Edition
In honor of Black History Month, we’ve selected a compilation of resources and articles highlighting black philanthropy and the importance of how black history has shaped what this looks like. Read below for some of the excerpts from articles we selected and we also encourage you to read the full posts by following the links. […]
Can I Donate Stocks to a Donor Advised Fund?
Donate Stocks to a Donor Advised FundFor a Tax Benefit When you donate stocks to a donor-advised fund, you gain a tax benefit and maximize your contribution to support the charities of your choice. A significant tax benefit of using a donor-advised fund for charitable giving is the ability to donate appreciated stocks to the […]
North County COVID-19 Response
Summary: This Response Fund serves the basic needs of nonprofits supporting the vulnerable populations affected by COVID-19 in North County San Diego. Donate here or contact our staff with questions. The Coastal Community Foundation, Leichtag Foundation and Rancho Santa Fe Foundation were honored to come together to launch the North County COVID-19 Response Fund in […]
Valley Wildfire Survivor and Recovery Efforts Support
As the Valley Fire continues to burn, it can be challenging to decide where to donate relief funds. Donors want to be timely about their giving so the problems facing the community can be addressed as quickly and responsively as possible. They also want to know that their gifts are being used appropriately and in […]
North County COVID-19 Response Fund Receives $100,000 Challenge Grant
The North County COVID-19 Response Fund, a collaborative fund established to support the specific needs presenting in North County San Diego due to COVID-19 and managed by Coastal Community Foundation, Leichtag Foundation, and Rancho Santa Fe Foundation, has received a $100,000 challenge grant to raise additional funds to continue to help the North County community. […]
Paycheck Protection Program & CARES Act for Nonprofits
In partnership with Coastal Community Foundation and Impact Cubed, Rancho Santa Fe Foundation has created a video to help nonprofits understand the newly passed Paycheck Protection Program and CARES Act. We hope this helps our local nonprofits better understand the program, learn if your nonprofit is eligible, how to apply, and find more resources to […]
Donors: How to Conduct a Successful Site Visit at a Non-Profit
Questions to Ask Prior to Visiting a Nonprofit Organization You’re Considering Supporting A site visit to a nonprofit you’re considering supporting is extremely helpful and informative. Nonprofits are serving diverse populations and communities, sometimes the best way to understand them and how they operate is in person. Why should you request a site visit to […]
