San Francisco Foundation
Valerie Goode possesses extensive experience in communications and marketing across various notable organizations. Currently serving as a member of Chief since March 2022, Valerie focuses on empowering women in leadership roles. As the Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President of Marketing & Communications at the San Francisco Foundation since April 2020, Valerie has been instrumental in promoting the foundation's initiatives. Prior roles include Deputy Chief of Communications and Public Affairs at the Oakland Unified School District, where Valerie led a large team to enhance the district's brand strategy, and Director of Marketing & Communications for the School Board of Broward County. Valerie's career began in journalism with roles such as Urban Crime Reporter for The Post-Standard, contributing writer for The Source, and editorial assistant at The Boston Globe. Valerie holds a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and Public Relations from Northeastern University.
San Francisco Foundation
Founded in 1948, the San Francisco Foundation is one of the nation’s largest community foundations — a grantmaking public charity dedicated to improving life within a specific local region. Our mission is to mobilize resources and act as a catalyst for change to build strong communities, foster civic leadership, and promote philanthropy in the San Francisco Bay Area. Together with community leaders, nonprofits, and donors, we are committed to advancing racial equity and economic inclusion to ensure that everyone in the Bay Area has a chance to attend a good school, get a good job, live in a safe and affordable home, and have a strong political voice.