We strive to build a fair and inclusive workplace where staff are valued for who they are and where our policies and benefits support them equitably.
We know we have more work to do. We welcome feedback as we continue to learn and improve.
The 2026 survey results below offer a snapshot of the staff, Board of Trustees, and independent consultants who responded. We share them to support transparency and track change over time.
Race
Since deepening our commitment to equity in 2016, we have worked to build a team that reflects the communities that we serve. We also partner with a diverse group of mission-aligned consultants.
National Context
The Council on Foundations’ 2025 Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Report found that people of color made up 34.7% of full-time staff at grantmakers.
69%
of staff identify as people of color
82%
of the Board identify as people of color
68%
of consultants identify as people of color
Gender
In 2026, women made up the majority of staff and consultants, while the Board was 45% women. Asked in a separate question, 1% of staff identified as transgender.
National Context
The Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Report found that women accounted for 76% of full-time staff.
Sexual Orientation
We share sexual orientation data alongside race and gender to give a fuller picture of the people who work for, govern, and partner with SFF.
Percentages are rounded and may not total 100%.
All 11 Board respondents identified as straight (100%).
“Prefer to self-identify” was 0% for staff, Board members, and consultants.
Age
While staff respondents were represented in every age range, all Board members were 40 or older, and the majority of consultants were 50 or over.
National Context
The Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Report found that 34.5% of full-time staff were under 40. 27% of our staff were under 40.
Percentages are rounded and may not total 100%.
Disability
These figures show the share in each group who identified as a person with a disability.
12%
Staff
0%
Board
9%
Consultants
Military Service
In our 2026 survey, two of 85 staff respondents (2%) reported military service. None of the 11 responding Board members or 22 consultants reported military service.