Emerging Leaders Program 2026 Launching a new leadership program to strengthen advocacy for older adults in San Francisco Metta Fund is proud to announce the inaugural cohort of the Emerging Leaders Program — 18 community leaders united by a shared commitment to advancing equity, dignity, and quality of life for older adults in San Francisco. … Continued
We are pleased to announce over $900,000 in new grants to strengthen advocacy, organizing, and caregiving across California. These investments support organizations that amplify community voices, defend critical care systems, and advance equity for older adults, caregivers, and immigrant communities. In an era of shifting federal policy and funding threats, this work is more urgent … Continued
We are pleased to announce $1.9 million in new grants aimed at fostering social connectedness and a sense of belonging among elders of color in San Francisco. This significant investment underscores our ongoing commitment to addressing racial disparities and enhancing the quality of life for older adults in our community. “We believe that every older … Continued
San Francisco, CA –– Metta Fund announces today that Debra Plousha-Moore and Thurman V. White Jr. have been elected to the foundation’s Board of Directors. I am deeply grateful that Debra and Thurman have agreed to join the board,” said Jarmin Yeh, Metta Fund’s newly elected board chair. “They will bring invaluable personal and professional experience to … Continued
Collaboration between artists, aging caregivers, and philanthropy showcases diversity of aging and intergenerational care in California In partnership with Caring Across Generations, the Center for Cultural Power, and the SCAN Foundation, Metta Fund is thrilled to present When We Grow Older, a visual and oral storytelling of care and aging inspired by the experiences of … Continued
We’ve all done it. Said it. Thought it. “He’s over the hill.” “That’s so geriatric.” “Little old lady.” The list goes on. The fact is –– ageism is both pernicious and pervasive. Look no further than the current public discourse in our national politics. While often said in jest, ageist language has real percussions and … Continued
Metta Fund celebrates the life of Joe Hafey, Metta Fund board member, who passed away on July 4th, just a few days after his 80th birthday. At the time of his passing, Joe was a long-time board member and active retiree following a decades-long career in public health and advocacy. He founded and served as … Continued
In response to the growing needs of our rapidly aging region, in 2021, Metta Fund announced a refreshed mission and vision along with a formal racial equity commitment as a means of expanding and accelerating the impact of our grantmaking. Leaning into this commitment, we spent months examining community conditions and progress toward our goals, … Continued
Happy Pride Month! Here in San Francisco, we had a joyful Pride Parade this past weekend. Hundreds of thousands came out to celebrate this year’s theme: “Looking Back and Moving Forward.” LGTBQ+ movements have made significant progress in securing recognition, respect, and equal rights, but there is still much work to be done. From book … Continued
As we reflect on Black History Month and enter Women’s History Month, we’re honored to highlight Ms. Carolyn Doelling, a 76 year-old fashion model and writer on a mission to change hearts and minds about age inclusion. This year’s theme for Women’s History Month is “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories.” In this vein, we’re … Continued