Welcome New Board Members!

We are thrilled to welcome four new members to SV2’s Board of Directors: Rolland Janairo, Kera Jewett, Cindy Lang, and Jennifer Min. We are also very happy to announce that Kwok Lau has been elected the new SV2 Board Chair, and we’re grateful to outgoing Board Chair Jim Basile for his leadership. Join us in thanking and celebrating these outstanding Board members. 

Recap: Grantee Partner Updates & Celebration 

Each year, SV2’s grant reporting process with our Grantee Partners takes a relational approach in line with Trust-Based Philanthropy - starting with check-in calls with each Executive Director, and culminating in our annual “Grantee Partner Updates and Celebration,” held this year on May 31. Alongside their Partner Champions, each Grantee Partner shares updates on their progress, openly discusses challenges, and shares how SV2 can continue to support them in their mission. This meeting is truly one of the highlights of the SV2 calendar. Plan to join us next year for a huge dose of inspiration!

SV2 Job Opportunity: Development Coordinator

SV2 is hiring! We are in search of a motivated and detail-oriented Development Coordinator to support SV2’s donor recruitment and stewardship. All the details can be found in the job description on our website. Please share with your networks and reach out to Jody Chang at jchang@sv2.org with any questions. 

SV2 Happy Hour

Thursday, 7/13  | 4:00pm - 6:00pm PT | In Person

SV2 Office (350 Twin Dolphin Drive #103, Redwood City, CA)

Join us for a casual Happy Hour at the SV2 office -- come connect with old friends and make some new ones. We'll have drinks and light snacks, and we look forward to seeing you there! Please reach out with questions to Jody at jchang@sv2.org.

Race, Equity & American Identity – SV2 Trip to the US South Info Session

Thursday, 7/20  | 12:00pm - 1:00pm PT | Zoom

Registration is open for the second SV2 immersive learning trip to the US South this fall - October 14-21, 2023. We begin in New Orleans, travel to Jackson and Selma, and end in Montgomery – the heart of the US racial justice and civil rights movement.

On this immersive trip we will meet local civil rights and social justice leaders as well as visit key historical sites to deepen our understanding of our history. We will build our skills on better understanding and working with people across the political spectrum. Every interaction and conversation will build your capacity as a citizen and someone who wants our communities and country to work better for everyone.

Join the info session to learn more about the upcoming trip.  

SV2 Happy Hour

Thursday, 8/23  | 4:00pm - 6:00pm PT | In Person

SV2 Office (350 Twin Dolphin Drive #103, Redwood City, CA)

Join us for a casual Happy Hour at the SV2 office -- come connect with old friends and make some new ones. We'll have drinks and light snacks, and we look forward to seeing you there! Please reach out with questions to Jody at jchang@sv2.org.

WELCOME NEW SV2 PARTNERS

Narges Baniasadi

Narges Baniasadi is originally from Iran. She has been in Silicon Valley for about two decades now, and has experienced this ecosystem as a scientist, a founder, CEO, executive, investor, and now an educator. Her interest is in transforming our business sector towards social impact.

 Amulya Kottapalli 

Amulya Kottapalli has worked for the past 20 years in Data Science/Analytics at various Tech companies. She is passionate about contributing to organizations that focus on underserved communities, education and women's empowerment.  She and her husband, Dinakar, have two kids (12 and 8).  She loves to hike, travel and play board games. She is excited to join the SV2 community, learn more about impact investing and explore ways to give back!

SV2 BOOK CLUB READING LIST

The Social Impact Book Club, led by SV2 Partner Paru Desai, is for current Partners only and meets on the 3rd Sunday of each month. Join the Book Club on mySV2!

Food Distribution with Redwood City Together | Community Initiative

Friday, July 14th | 2:00-6:00PM | Fair Oaks Community Center 2600 Middlefield Rd. Redwood City, CA 94063

Join us for some community volunteering! This is a monthly food distribution where 200-250 families benefit from free groceries. This is an exciting in person volunteer opportunity to be in community with Redwood City Together, our new Community Initiative Grantee Partner. We have five slots available for the SV2 community each month. RSVP

Mujeres Unidas y Activas

We are seeking English Language Tutors to work one on one with staff on Zoom. The commitment is 1-2 hrs per week and training is provided. Contact María José Bastias (mariajose@mujeresunidas.net) to learn more and apply.

Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund (SV2) is a learning community of everyday givers committed to accelerating equity in the Bay Area through grantmaking and impact investing. For over 20 years, SV2 has been a trusted social innovation leader supporting locals to connect, learn, and practice giving in community alongside their peers.