Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # The Grove Foundation Philanthropy. Social Impact. Building Community. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://grovefoundation.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://grovefoundation.org/) - Our team is guided by a vision that all people have the resources, respect and sense of belonging to live and contribute fully as themselves, in safety, and with joy. Please follow our LinkedIn Business page for updates on our work and review our list of FAQs on our Programs Page. - [Our Vision in Action](https://grovefoundation.org/vision-in-action/) - Our team is guided by a vision that all people have the resources, respect and sense of belonging to live and contribute fully as themselves, in safety, and with joy. Please follow our LinkedIn Business page for updates on our work and review our list of FAQs on our Programs Page. - [Spenddown](https://grovefoundation.org/spenddown/) - Our team is guided by a vision that all people have the resources, respect and sense of belonging to live and contribute fully as themselves, in safety, and with joy. Please follow our LinkedIn Business page for updates on our work and review our list of FAQs on our Programs Page. - [In The News](https://grovefoundation.org/in-the-news/) - Our team is guided by a vision that all people have the resources, respect and sense of belonging to live and contribute fully as themselves, in safety, and with joy. Please follow our LinkedIn Business page for updates on our work and review our list of FAQs on our Programs Page. - [Financials & Investments](https://grovefoundation.org/about/financials-investments/) - FINANCIALS & INVESTMENTS Financials The Grove Foundation has an annual grantmaking budget ranging from $15M to $20M. Key information from our 990s are included below. 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Investments We are committed to aligning all of our assets with our mission. In 2017, the Foundation board allocated a carveout to align more - [Board of Directors and Staff](https://grovefoundation.org/about/team/) - OUR TEAM Board of Directors Karen Grove Board Chair At the Foundation Holds up our vision during our final years – of moving wealth and power to the leaders who will build the world we envision: one in which everyone has the resources, respect, and sense of belonging to live and contribute, fully as - [Program Areas](https://grovefoundation.org/programs/) - CIVIC ENGAGEMENT SAFETY NET ENVIRONMENT IMMIGRATION REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH, RIGHTS & JUSTICE OUR PROGRAMS The Grove Foundation is a philanthropic organization guided by the vision that all people have the resources, respect, and sense of belonging to live and contribute fully as themselves in safety and with joy. Founded in 1986, The Grove Foundation operates as - [Founders & History](https://grovefoundation.org/about/founders-history/) - FOUNDERS & HISTORY The Grove Foundation was founded by Andy and Eva Grove, who came to this country as a refugee (Andy) and an immigrant (Eva). Andy grew up in Hungary and survived the Holocaust by hiding his Jewish identity during the war. Eva left Austria with her family at age three after her father - [About Us](https://grovefoundation.org/about/) - ABOUT US Grove Foundation Board and staff visiting Silver State Voices and partners in Nevada. Our Vision We envision a world in which all people have the resources, respect and sense of belonging to live and contribute fully as themselves, in safety, and with joy. Our Mission We seek to ensure that all people have: - [Contact](https://grovefoundation.org/contact/) - CONTACT US Please follow our LinkedIn Business page for updates on our work. Looking for more Grove updates? Subscribe to our mailing list to receive quarterly updates on key activities, events, partner resources and updates from The Grove Foundation. Subscribe to Newsletter Please fill out the form below to contact us. Please note: The Grove - [Contact](https://grovefoundation.org/contact-2/) - CONTACT US Please follow our LinkedIn Business page for updates on our work. Looking for more Grove updates? Subscribe to our mailing list to receive quarterly updates on key activities, events, partner resources and updates from The Grove Foundation. Subscribe to Newsletter Please fill out the form below to contact us. Please note: The - [In The News](https://grovefoundation.org/in-the-news-in-progress/) - Reimagining Reporting, Part 1: Insights From the Field https://cep.org/blog/reimagining-reporting-part-2-sharing-the-vision/ Field reflections gathered in partnership with The Grove Foundation, exploring how grant reporting can better support learning, trust, and effectiveness. Reimagining Reporting, Part 2: Sharing the Vision https://cep.org/blog/reimagining-reporting-part-2-sharing-the-vision/ Interview featuring Blanch Vance of The Grove Foundation on shifting from compliance-based reporting toward relational and conversational approaches. - [Safety Net](https://grovefoundation.org/programs/safety-net/) - SAFETY NET PROGRAM The Safety Net program area builds on a longstanding Grove commitment to fund organizations that support individuals and families with resources, respect, a sense of belonging, and the opportunity to live and contribute fully in their communities. Although located within Silicon Valley’s great wealth and innovation, we recognize that areas of income - [Reproductive Health, Rights & Justice](https://grovefoundation.org/programs/reproductive-health-rights-justice/) - REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH, RIGHTS & JUSTICE PROGRAM The Reproductive Health, Rights and Justice program works toward a future in which all people have the education, resources, and power to determine their sexual and reproductive lives. This requires education that is inclusive, accurate and non-judgmental; equitable access to care that is relevant, responsive, and delivered without prejudice; - [Immigration](https://grovefoundation.org/programs/immigration/) - IMMIGRATION PROGRAM The immigration program protects and advances immigrant rights. The foundation funds a broad range of legal services that ultimately create the conditions for immigrants to set roots and thrive in this country. While the foundation primarily funds local, San Mateo County-based legal services, it also supports some state, regional, and national policy advocacy, - [Civic Engagement](https://grovefoundation.org/programs/civic-engagement/) - CIVIC ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM The Civic Engagement program is rooted in the belief that democracy is richer, deeper, and more vibrant when all people are actively involved. The program focuses on supporting progressive organizations that share our values and that are working to engage historically under-represented populations (people of color, youth, and low-income people) in the - [Black Led Power Building Initiative](https://grovefoundation.org/programs/blackledpowerbuilding/) - BLACK LED POWER BUILDING PROGRAM The Black Led Power Building initiative started in 2020 in response to the murder of George Floyd. Staff initiated and led efforts to provide general operating support to BLPB groups. Then, the Grove Foundation Board approved five years of funding for Black-led organizations doing advocacy work that focuses specifically on - [Shop](https://grovefoundation.org/shop/) - [Environment](https://grovefoundation.org/programs/environment/) - ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM We have recently transitioned our Environment Program. The Environment Program, launched in 2015, was designed to incorporate a handful of California-focused grants that had been part of a Board member’s discretionary giving through the Foundation. It was also designed to intentionally dovetail with a new Civic Engagement Program that was initiated at the - [Terms of Use](https://grovefoundation.org/terms-of-use/) - Terms of Use Last Updated: December 8, 2020 The policies below are applicable to The Grove Foundation website located at www.grovefoundation.org, any affiliated websites (including any versions optimized for viewing on a wireless or tablet device); all email newsletters published or distributed by The Grove Foundation and all other interactive features, services, and communications provided - [Privacy Policy](https://grovefoundation.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Last Updated: December 8, 2020 We are strongly committed to letting you know how we will collect and use your personal information. 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