Reflections on the 2024 Election: What We Believe

By James Higa, Executive Director of PVF

There has been so much to process. The 2024 Election is behind us and uncertainty and anxiety ahead. It feels like overload. So let’s take a moment to reflect on what we believe.

We believe the need is greater than ever to lift us all into a future that is equal, inclusive, and just.

We believe we can make a difference in the world and the work ahead of us will require empathetic hearts, open minds, and innovative hands.

We believe it is more beautiful to unite and create than it is to divide and destroy. We will continue to venture towards ideas and solutions that bring us together and make us more human.

We believe that it is through people and communities that our lives can be transformed. We will continue to ‘find ’em and fund ’em’ in the conviction that you will be that light in the world.

We believe in embracing radical collaboration. We believe that together with each of you, we will find the conviction of courage to move forward. And we shall be right there along side you on this journey as we have always been and will be.

Onward,

James Higa

How to Donate

If you feel inspired to donate, but don't know where to start, take a look at our previous round-ups of PVF's Designated Funds and Programs:

Organizations providing critical support to individuals still recovering from Hurricane Helene
Projects that champion women's careers, financial health, motherhood, and education by making funding accessible where it's needed
PVF's immediate response Teacher Resource Grant Programs supporting students' Arts, Math, STEM, Special Education, and Environmental Science education
The impact of travelers' generosity in supporting people and communities in need identified by travelers to developing countries, with funds for schools, clinics, wells, and wildlife conservation
Organizations here at PVF doing important work supporting and uplifting Black communities through various lens

View all of PVF's Designated Funds Here

About the Editors

James Higa, Executive Director, brings 28 years of executive experience from Silicon Valley, working with Steve Jobs to change the face of technology. He was at the birth of the personal computer revolution as a member of the original Macintosh team and was deeply involved in the creation of many products and services at Apple over 3 decades. He has a long history of public service as a board member of Stanford's Haas Center and in grassroots relief efforts.

Savannah Lira, Program Manager, is responsible for program management and development, as well as communication materials at PVF. She is an AmeriCorps Alum and has a background in economic development and grantwriting.

About PVF

PVF is a demonstration foundation practicing unique forms of grantmaking

and innovative philanthropy. Our primary interest is in the creative

and significant use of the philanthropic dollar.

Philanthropic Ventures Foundation's website: www.venturesfoundation.org

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