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Philanthropic Ventures Foundation (PVF)

Oakland, CA
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venturesfoundation.org

    • About Us

    Philanthropic Ventures Foundation (PVF) takes a unique approach to philanthropy, serving as a demonstration foundation, taking risks and trying new approaches to meet community needs. Under the stewardship of founder Bill Somerville, PVF has gained national recognition for pioneering innovative and creative approaches to grantmaking – including immediate response resource grants and customizing grant programs for donors. Ours is a grassroots approach that champions people and ideas to maximize the social impact of every donated dollar.

    Philanthropic Ventures Foundation (PVF) takes a unique approach to philanthropy, serving as a demonstration foundation, taking risks and trying new approaches to meet community needs. Under the stewardship of founder Bill Somerville, PVF has gained national recognition for pioneering innovative and creative approaches to grantmaking – including immediate response resource grants and customizing grant programs for donors. Ours is a grassroots approach that champions people and ideas to maximize the social impact of every donated dollar.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Philanthropy

    Location

    • 1222 Preservation Park Way, Oakland, CA 94612, United States
      Rear Unit, 1st Floor
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