Rancho Santa Fe Foundation Awards $350,000 in Grants to 14 San Diego Organizations Supporting Military and Veterans

In a move that underscores its commitment to local military and veteran communities, the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation (RSF Foundation) has recently bestowed upon 14 San Diego area military and veteran support organizations more than $350,000 in grants.

Rancho Santa Fe Foundation has consistently demonstrated its commitment to enhancing the community across various domains, including education, health, and military and veterans. (Photo: RSF Foundation Org)

Rancho Santa Fe Foundation Awards $350,000 in Grants to 14 San Diego Organizations

According to a published article, the funding was distributed through the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation’s grants program, named The Patriots Connection, with a clear focus on improving the lives of military personnel, veterans, and their families.

The selected organizations represent diverse initiatives, each with the goal of enhancing the quality of life for those who have served their country. Among the recipients of the grants from the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation are notable names such as Biocom California Institute, Support The Enlisted Project, Armed Services YMCA San Diego, and the Foundation for Women Warriors.

Since its inception in 2008, The Patriots Connection has emerged as a beacon of support, injecting more than $2.4 million into San Diego grants for nonprofits dedicated to serving the military community.

This substantial investment is a testament to the Foundation’s commitment to collaborative giving, made possible by the philanthropic efforts of donors associated with the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation.

Chris Sichel, President and CEO of the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation, expressed his enthusiasm about the grant awards. He highlighted the importance of organizations like The Patriots Connection in uplifting and assisting military service members and their families, emphasizing the pivotal role of donors in making this support possible.

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Rancho Santa Fe Foundation’s Commitment

Rancho Santa Fe Foundation has consistently demonstrated its commitment to enhancing the community across various domains, including education, health, and military and veterans. Their upcoming fall 2023 grant cycle will center on improving academic success for K-6 students in underserved North County San Diego communities.

San Diego County, home to the nation’s largest concentration of military personnel, faces unique challenges related to the high cost of living, particularly for military families. This includes the challenge of military spouse employment, where the cost of childcare often becomes a major barrier to work.

The Patriots Connection grants from the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation, dispersed to the 14 chosen organizations, aim to address these multifaceted issues. The initiatives supported range from youth enrichment programs to emergency financial assistance, financial literacy, housing, and homeless intervention.

In this recent round of grant awards, Rancho Santa Fe Foundation granted multi-year and single-year grants to their partner organizations. Including multi-year grants is a strategic move, allowing nonprofit partners to invest more time in their communities without the constant pressure of the grant application process.

For those interested in contributing to any of these grantmaking areas or seeking to make a difference in the San Diego region, Rancho Santa Fe Foundation provides an opportunity to engage. Donations, whether big or small, are harnessed to have a significant impact.

To donate or get involved, visit rsffoundation.org/donate/ or reach out to their team at rsffoundation.org/contact/. By working collectively, the RSF Foundation and its supporters are creating positive change and bettering the lives of those who have dedicated themselves to serving their country.

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