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Her Idea SF

Her Idea SF empowers young women by providing mentorship and funding for their passion projects, fostering entrepreneurial and leadership skills to create the next generation of change-makers in the Bay Area.

Overview Join us for a milestone anniversary celebration honoring five years of empowering youth to design and launch real-world projects that transform their communities &mdash; and themselves. Since 2021, Her Idea has supported 1,000+ students, helped young leaders secure over $980K in funding for their own initiatives, and achieved 100% college attendance among program alumni. Experience powerful student showcases, inspiring stories, and an evening dedicated to the next generation of leaders in San Francisco. Celebrate the impact. Invest in the future. Raise a glass to five years &mdash; and the many ideas ahead. Date: Friday, May 15, 2026Location:&nbsp;Terra Gallery &amp; Event Venue, San FranciscoAttire:&nbsp;Evening chic | Wear BOLD colors! Evening Program 5:00 &ndash; 6:00 PMVIP ReceptionVIP guests will enjoy an intimate welcome hour sponsored by Armand de Brignac Champagne &amp; Lalo&nbsp;with curated cocktails provided by&nbsp;Fog&nbsp;City Spirits,&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;delicious bites from Gourmei Catering. Thank you to our partners at Roc Nation, Clase Azul, &amp; Lalo. 6:00 PMDoors Open for General AdmissionNetworking, project booths, and silent auction openSounds by DJ ELOM 7:00-7:45 PMProgram BeginsStudent highlights, keynote remarks, and special recognition 8:30 PMClosing Celebration &amp; Networking 9:00 PMEvent Concludes OUR 2026 FELLOWS:Addis MarshIla DuongKatelin LeongLeslynne MartinezLiana ChenMolly JonesWinnie Liao VISIONARY PARTNERFOSOTA CREATIVITY PARTNERSnap Inc.LinkedIn MOMENTUM PARTNERArmand de Brignac ChampagneGitHubRoc NationNadel INSPIRATION PARTNERAnonymousPermanent HolidayWater Heater BoysJettywaveBarebottleGraymatterLaloGLG SILENT AUCTION SPONSORSBlue Rock Springs Golf CourseBoeschen VineyardsBookshop West PortalBuena Vista WineryEasy BreezyFitness SFFreeman Vineyards &amp; WineryGolden State WarriorsJ8 Hot Pilates &amp; YogaKarl Lawrence CellarsKendra Scott JewelryLarkmead VineyardsMendocino FarmsPAX WinesSan Jose SharksSF House of NailsSmall Vines WinerySugar Bowl ResortThe Silverado VineyardsUSS Hornet Sea Air and Space MuseumValkryiesVJB CellarsWellington CellarsWilliams Selyem Estate&nbsp; Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities <a fr-original-style="" href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mdfUX43_FtclCWukX7ZB7xXGjrwV-s5ChxE9YVM_BBM/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Corporate sponsorships are available</a> and offer meaningful ways to support youth innovation while connecting your company to a growing community of leaders, mentors, and students. To learn more, email <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:elaine@heridea.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">elaine@heridea.org</a> ABOUT HER IDEA: Her Idea is a nonprofit that mentors young women as they make the transition from high school to the &quot;real world&quot; of college and career. We are working to partner with local schools to provide students with the resources needed to pursue their passions and purpose. We focus on the power of personal projects to serve as transformative learning experiences. We believe education is a community effort and we are very excited to create this opportunity for these talented young people to share what they have been working for the past few months.

Her Idea Gala 2026

Bid on experiences, services, and local goods that champion youth leaders and entrepreneurs in San Francisco 💡 Each item in the 2026 Her Idea&#39;s Silent Auction has been contributed by partners who believe in our mission. Her Idea is a nonprofit that mentors youth as they make the transition from high school to the &quot;real world&quot; of college and career.&nbsp;We partner with local high schools to provide students with the resources needed to pursue their passions and purpose. We focus on the power of personal projects to serve as transformative learning experiences. Your participation directly fuels workshops, mentorship, and community resources for young entrepreneurs building and growing their initiatives. Browse the listings, place your best bid, and help turn bold ideas into sustainable ventures 🤝 <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1771453674/wysiwyg/wkf0j5bvyyvn2prqijj2.jpg" style="box-sizing: inherit; max-width: 100%; position: relative; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-style="box-sizing: inherit; max-width: 100%; position: relative; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">

2026 Her Idea's Silent Auction

Her Idea presents&nbsp;an unforgettable evening of storytelling, connection, and impact. In the Mood for Stories is a one-of-a-kind gathering bringing together voices from film, sports, and craft to share powerful, personal stories that inspire and unite. Hosted by Academy Award&ndash;winning filmmaker Mark Andrews (Brave), and Anna Bukareva, founder of Her Idea, this immersive experience transforms the evening into a Shanghai 1920s night market, featuring signature cuisine by Yank Sing, elevated cocktails by High Road Spirits, and an intimate atmosphere designed for connection. In partnership with Collective Storytelling Group, this event brings together a curated room of culturally engaged, creative, and influential guests for a night rooted in story, experience, and impact. ✨ What to expect:<ul data-end="1965" data-start="1702" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1777" data-section-id="qvk7fy" data-start="1702" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Live storytelling from acclaimed voices across film, sports, and beyond</li><li data-end="1830" data-section-id="184vyhi" data-start="1778" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A fully immersive dining and cocktail experience</li><li data-end="1897" data-section-id="1d6562u" data-start="1831" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A curated silent auction featuring exclusive, high-value items</li></ul>👗 Dress code: Shanghai Night Market -- jewel tones, dark suits, silks, a little glamour. Any elegant outfit works! Proceeds support youth leadership and storytelling initiatives through Her Idea and Collective Storytelling Group. Come for the stories. Stay for the community. Leave inspired. 📍 Yank Sing, 101 Spear St. San Francisco📅 April 24🕕 6:00 PM Hosted by&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.fogcitysocial.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">Fog City Social</a>Cocktails by&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.highroadspirits.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">High Road Spirits</a>

In the Mood for Stories

Bid on local experiences, services, and art donated by supporters across the Bay Area. 💫 Every item in this silent auction reflects the creativity, grit, and vision of entrepreneurs in the Her Idea &amp; Creative Storytelling Group community. Your support helps fund workshops, mentorship, and networking that give youth the tools and confidence to launch and grow their businesses. Place your bids, discover new ventures, and stand behind the next wave of youth-led ideas. 💪

Silent Auction - In the Mood for Stories

🤍 Move with Purpose &mdash; J8 Hot Pilates &times; Her Idea:&nbsp;<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Date:&nbsp;Saturday, April 11, 2026</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Time:&nbsp;1:00&ndash;3:00 PM PST</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Location: J8 Hot Pilates &amp; Yoga &middot; 1887 El Camino Real, Burlingame, CA 94010</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Tickets:&nbsp;$45 - includes your journal + a curated swag bag (and 50% goes directly to Her Idea)</li></ul>Move with intention, reset your mindset, and give back &mdash; all in one afternoon.Join us for a two-hour community wellness experience that blends mindset work and movement, hosted in partnership between J8 Hot Pilates &amp; Yoga and Her Idea. ✨ WHAT TO EXPECT① 75-min guided mindset workshop:&nbsp;Where you&#39;ll work through intentional journal exercises &mdash; writing out your vision, setting goals, and releasing the beliefs that have been holding you back. *Each attendee receives their own journal to take home. ✍🏽② Short break + transition:&nbsp;Freshen up before we move.③ 45-min hot Pilates class: A shortened version of the classic 26-posture series &mdash; a moving meditation designed to detoxify, tone, relieve stress, and support healing. All levels welcome.④ Mingle + connect: Stay after, meet the community, and visit the Her Idea table to learn about their programs and&nbsp;<a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/her-idea-gala-2026-tickets-1981396080013?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">upcoming Gala on May 15.</a> 🧘&zwj;♀️ &nbsp;WHAT TO BRING:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Your mat&nbsp;&mdash; bring your own yoga or Pilates mat for comfort</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Towels&nbsp;&mdash; we suggest at least two: one for your mat and one for yourself (hot Pilates gets steamy! 🔥)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Water &mdash; a large water bottle is a must. Stay hydrated before, during, and after class</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Comfortable workout clothes &mdash; wear something you&#39;re okay sweating in. Breathable, fitted clothing works best so it doesn&#39;t get in the way of your movement</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">An open mind&nbsp;&mdash; all levels are welcome, go at your own pace and enjoy the ride&nbsp;</li></ul> 💛 YOUR TICKET GIVES BACKTickets are $45 and 50% of every ticket goes directly to Her Idea &mdash; a Bay Area nonprofit mentoring young women as they launch real-world passion projects and build entrepreneurial and leadership skills. Your spot helps fund youth-led ideas and gives young people access to mentorship and over $750,000 in funding and opportunities. 🎁 ATTENDEE PERKS<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">✨FREE SF Giants Ticket for the game (San Francisco Giants vs. the Chicago White Sox) &mdash; &nbsp;on May 22nd @ 7:15pm PST&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Exclusive J8 offer: $89 for your first month of membership (new members only)</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Swag bag featuring own journal, LMNT, Beekeeper&#39;s Naturals, Gr&uuml;ns Gummies, Bloom Gummies and more</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Intimate experience &mdash; only 65 spots available (!)</li></ul>When you move with purpose here, you&#39;re investing in yourself and the next generation of Bay Area change makers. Come solo or bring a friend &mdash; we can&#39;t wait to see you there. 🤍

Move With Purpose: Mindset Workshop & Pilates Class (J8 X Her Idea)

Empowering student education! Graph Up aims to support high school students taking advanced math classes by providing them with the graphing calculator that is required for the class. The outcome of Graph Up is to lift the financial burden of graphing calculators from students and families, so students can focus on learning. Every student should have the resources to be successful. It is important to give students the resources that they need to succeed in school because it instills confidence in learning in a rigorous environment. Graph Up is a student-led initiative to make graphing calculators accessible to students who need them for their math classes. Graph Up loans graphing calculators to SFUSD high school students to use for advanced math classes.&nbsp; All the donation money received will be used to buy more graphing calculators. This will increase the amount of graphing calculators that will be loaned to SFUSD high school students every semester. Fundraising goal for Graph Up is $5,000 More information can be found on the website: <a fr-original-style="" href="https://graphup.framer.website/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://graphup.framer.website/</a>

Empowering student education!Graph Up aims to support high school students taking advanced math classes by providing them with the graphing calculator that is required for the class. The outcome of Graph Up is to lift the financial burden of graphing calculators from students and families, so students can focus on learning. Every student should have the resources to be successful.It is important to give students the resources that they need to succeed in school because it instills confidence in learning in a rigorous environment.Graph Up is a student-led initiative to make graphing calculators accessible to students who need them for their math classes. Graph Up loans graphing calculators to SFUSD high school students to use for advanced math classes. All the donation money received will be used to buy more graphing calculators. This will increase the amount of graphing calculators that will be loaned to SFUSD high school students every semester.Fundraising goal for Graph Up is $5,000More information can be found on the website: https://graphup.framer.website/

Her Idea SF

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Past events

Her Idea Gala 2026

2026 Her Idea's Silent Auction

In the Mood for Stories

Silent Auction - In the Mood for Stories

Move With Purpose: Mindset Workshop & Pilates Class (J8 X Her Idea)

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