In annual report, excerpt from chairman’s letter:

At the San Francisco Foundation, we’re much more than another pool of philanthropic assets. We’re change agents.

We work from the grassroots on up and from the boardrooms on down, building bridges between concerned citizens and local governments. We work daily with nonprofit groups and other foundations to stay in touch with the communities we serve. If you seek expert advice on which charities to support, we offer it. If you need investment options and financial management, we offer them. Our schedule is packed with workshops, site visits, and giving and granting forums. In sum, we help you choose the most effective, efficient, and intelligent use of your funds.