The Project Leader’s Guide: Navigating California’s Green Infrastructure Grants
The Project Leader’s Guide: Navigating California’s Green Infrastructure Grants For project leaders in California, the current funding landscape is uniquely positioned at the intersection of climate resilience and social equity. State and federal investments are...
Stewardship Opportunities with Greening Projects
Grow Your Legacy: Stewardship Opportunities with Greening Projects Move beyond basic volunteering and take the lead in restoring San Francisco’s urban canopy and community gardens. Greening Projects is a San Francisco-based nonprofit dedicated to transforming...
How Do I Start a Community Garden in San Francisco?
How Do I Start a Community Garden in San Francisco? You can absolutely start a community garden in San Francisco without forming a nonprofit. Still, you’ll need to plug into the city’s existing urban agriculture framework and choose the right land, structure, and...
What is a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)?
In 2026, the philanthropic landscape is shifting. With new tax regulations like the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) now in effect, smart giving requires a bit more strategy. A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) remains one of the most effective tools for donors who want to...
Community Profile: Vicky Rideout
Community Profile: Vicky Rideout Steering Committee Member & Volunteer, Tompkins Stairway Garden When Vicky Rideout moved to Bernal Heights, she quickly noticed something troubling in her new neighborhood: a neglected staircase that had become a source of concern...
Cultivating Community: The Green Transformation of San Francisco
Cultivating Community: The Green Transformation of San Francisco In a city defined by its iconic skyline and dense Victorian neighborhoods, a quiet revolution is taking root beneath its feet. From the “unaccepted streets” of Bernal Heights to the asphalt...
Unlocking California’s Green Infrastructure Grants: A Guide for Community Groups
Unlocking California’s Green Infrastructure Grants: A Guide for Community Groups California has committed hundreds of millions of dollars to transform urban neighborhoods through parks, trees, and green infrastructure, but navigating the maze of grant programs...
How to Volunteer for Green Spaces:
How to Volunteer for Green Spaces: A Guide to Bernal Heights Community Projects (2026) Volunteering for local green spaces in San Francisco’s Bernal Heights district offers a dual benefit: restoring vital urban ecosystems while enhancing personal mental well-being. By...