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Goldman Fund announces its closure

January 19, 2011
The Richard & Rhoda Goldman Fund annouced its plans to cease operations by December 31, 2012.
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In memory of our founder, Richard N. Goldman

November 29, 2010
Richard N. Goldman, philanthropist and co-founder of the world-renowned Goldman Environmental Prize, passed away peacefully early this morning at his San Francisco home at age 90.
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Lands End honored as one of San Francisco's most beautiful places

August 10, 2010
San Francisco Beautiful, an organization that works to maintain a sense of respect for the city's history and natural places, has recognized Lands End with this year's Beautification Award. Learn more

Goldman Fund provides an additional $5 million to Lands End

April 7, 2010
The latest grant to the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy will help create a much-anticipated visitor center at Lands End, an important San Francisco landmark. Learn more

Cal honors alum Richard Goldman

December 31, 2009
The UC Berkeley Alumni Association has honored Richard Goldman (class of '41) as the 2010 Alumnus of the Year. Learn more.

Goldman Fund awards $5 million to UC Berkeley's School of Public Policy

November 19, 2009
The Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund has authorized a $5 million grant to UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy. Learn more.

Israeli environmental groups to get $1.5 million in grants

September 15, 2009
Thirteen Israeli nonprofit environmental organizations will receive a total of $1.5 million in grants as part of a matching program. Learn more.

Founder Richard N. Goldman Honored with the Robert Sinton Extraordinary Leader Award

May 28, 2009
The Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties will honor Richard Goldman for his lifelong commitment to supporting the Bay Area Jewish community. Learn more.

Maccabi Games in San Francisco

May 1, 2009
In the summer of 2009, Jewish youth from around the world will journey to San Francisco for the international Maccabi Games, an Olympic-style event. Richard N. Goldman will preside as honorary chair. Learn more.

The Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund Announces $8,908,000 in New Grants

July 1, 2008
The Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund has authorized new grants for a total of $8,908,000. Highlights include initiatives addressing waterway health in California and support for the next generation of philanthropists. Learn more.

Environmental Impact of Bottled Water Targeted in New Goldman Fund Initiative

March 1, 2008
The Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund announced a new grant initiative that responds to the negative environmental effects of the exploding market for bottled water. This $1.7 million initiative is split among five leading organizations working to mitigate the impact of this relatively new industry. Learn more.

Full Circle Fund Honors Richard N. Goldman

November 14, 2007
Richard Goldman was honored as the Full Impact Community Leader for 2007. This award is given to business leaders who have both inspired and served as role models to Full Circle Fund members. The award was presented at the organization's annual Full Impact Forum at San Francisco's City Hall, with a keynote address by Vice President Al Gore.

Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund Announces $15,975,000 in New Grants

October 25, 2007
In October, the Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund authorized new grants for a total of $15,975,000, including $3,470,000 to address global access to safe water and improved sanitation.
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Founder Richard N. Goldman Honored as a "Green Champion"

September 26, 2007
The San Francisco Botanical Garden Society presented their first annual Green Champion Award to Richard Goldman at their Garden Feast event, recognizing his long-term commitment to the environment.

Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund Announces New Grants

July 20, 2007
In June, the Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund authorized new grants for a total of $12,700,000, including $1,500,000 to restore wetlands at San Francisco's Candlestick Point.
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