Circle of Collaboration
by: James Higa, Executive Director In previous issues of our ‘Progress’ newsletter, I discussed the growing Inequality Gap and how PVF wants to catalyze ‘Radical [...]
Where’s James? Getting Amped Up About Starbucks’ Approach to Corporate Philanthropy
I sat down recently with Howard Schultz, Chairman, President and CEO of Starbucks, to talk about the fracturing of the American Dream. Nearly half of Americans who begin college don’t finish. [...]
PVF Invests in After School Fun
by: Aly Quiroz-Perez, Clerical Assistant Every student needs to have a fun way to unwind after a long day at school. Some students go straight home and relax by watching television or going [...]
Soles Without Holes: Recycling Shoes for Those in Need
by: Duncan Beardsley, PVF Board Chair What fun it is to visit a farmer’s market and discover a small but very worthwhile project being run by a high school girl in San Mateo. Abbie Schultz [...]
Where’s James? Uniting with Foundations and Nonprofits at the Social Innovation Summit
Held at the United Nations Headquarters, the Social Innovation Summit brought together leaders in philanthropy, business, and international development to investigate solutions and catalyze [...]