Skyline Foundation funds organizations that address problems at their roots and shift systems toward a more equitable and just future.
Founded
2000
Location
San Francisco, CA, US
Founded in 2000 by David and Angela Filo (Yahoo co-founder) as Yellow Chair Foundation and rebranded June 2023 to Skyline Foundation. Manages >$1.26B assets (2024 FMV) and has awarded >$612M to 530+ grantees (2000-2025). Emphasizes trust-based philanthropy: multi-year, unrestricted general operating support.
Four focus areas: Climate Solutions, Just Democracy (journalism, civil liberties, voting, economic security), Equity in Education, Birth Justice (midwifery integration). Values: Gratitude and Hope, Justice and Opportunity, Urgency, Curiosity and Humility, Trust and Partnership. Led by Executive Director Angie Chen; Filos on board; ~13 professional staff (2025); operations via Pacific Foundation Services. Endowment ESG-screened.