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About PFS

The PFS Team
Since 1987, Pacific Foundation Services (PFS) has worked with private foundations to design and implement their charitable giving programs. As one of the oldest and most respected philanthropic management firms in the San Francisco Bay Area, PFS applies extensive knowledge of the nonprofit and foundation sectors to help clients enhance the depth, scope and outcomes of their contributions.

A Personal Approach

Because our clients have individual preferences, PFS offers a personalized approach to serving private foundations. We meet with our clients often and listen carefully to understand their vision. We then create a tailored set of administrative and program services to achieve their unique philanthropic goals. PFS staff enjoys working with family foundations as they encourage younger members to become actively involved in the process of charitable giving.

The Benefits of Working with PFS

  • PFS clients have access to an experienced staff with extensive knowledge about nonprofits, foundations, and a wide range of giving possibilities.
  • Our structure helps our client foundations make grants in a more cost-efficient manner. Client foundations share PFS’ staff and services, which multiplies expertise while decreasing operating costs.
  • We reduce the amount of time that foundation boards have to spend on management, so that they can spend more time – and have more fun - making grants.
  • We work to enhance your enjoyment in giving, because just as your philanthropy should make a real difference in the lives of others, so should it be a satisfying part of your life.