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< Back Strengthening Our Impact in San Mateo County SolMateo Board of Directors Nov 19, 2025 SolMateo announces an exciting new chapter in its commitment to mental health services across San Mateo County. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Strengthening Our Impact in San Mateo County Burlingame, CA — November 19, 2025 SolMateo is delighted to announce an exciting new chapter in its commitment to mental health services across San Mateo County. Following a thoughtful and rigorous process led by the Nonprofit Selection Committee—and affirmed by a vote of the General Membership—SolMateo is proud to launch an expanded grant-making strategy that strengthens its impact throughout the community. SolMateo will continue its longstanding support for the Mental Health Association of San Mateo County (MHA) while officially welcoming two new partners: Family Connections and National Alliance on Mental Illness San Mateo County (NAMI SMC) . This balanced approach allows SolMateo to: • Deepen support for individuals living with serious mental illness (MHA) • Expand early intervention and prevention efforts for families (Family Connections) • Strengthen advocacy and peer support across the county (NAMI SMC) Together, these partnerships create a more comprehensive continuum of mental health care—from birth through adulthood. Community members are invited to learn more about the incredible work of these three organizations and celebrate this milestone at SolMateo’s Holiday Auction & Luncheon on Friday, December 5. This special event will highlight the expanded partnerships and the future of SolMateo. About SolMateo SolMateo is a volunteer group working to support our local community with issues surrounding mental health. By raising money and awareness for organizations that provide essential services like suicide prevention, emergency housing for homelessness, and counseling services, we strive to help our neighbors obtain important resources in times of need. Media Contact SolMateo Board of Directors Email: info@solmateo.org Phone: 650-350-2094 Previous Next

SolMateo’s 44th Signature Kitchen Tour is a self‑guided showcase of exceptional Bay Area design, featuring stunning homes in Hillsborough and San Mateo, along with food tastings and boutique shopping, all supporting mental health organizations that serve the local community. Proceeds Benefit Mental Health in Our Community Saturday, May 16 | 10AM - 3PM Hillsborough | San Mateo Tickets | $75 in advance | $85 day of event Innovative Designs | Food Tastings | Boutique Shopping Purchase Tickets Signature Kitchen Tour Proceeds Benefit Mental Health The Signature Kitchen Tour opens the doors to five extraordinary Bay Area homes, each one a showcase of visionary design and inspired living. This self‑guided experience winds through Hillsborough and San Mateo, giving guests the freedom to explore at their own pace and in any order they choose. Attendees will enjoy an immersive day of beautifully crafted kitchens and gardens, flavorful bites prepared by local culinary talent, and curated shopping from artisans whose work reflects the creativity of our community. Every ticket supports three essential organizations—Mental Health Association of San Mateo County, Family Connections, and NAMI San Mateo County—ensuring that individuals and families can access critical mental health resources when they need them most. Every guest receives a beautifully crafted, full‑color Tour Book—designed not only to guide you through the day, but to become a keepsake you’ll want to revisit long after the event. Inside, you’ll find rich home profiles, curated resources, and stunning photography that brings each stop on the tour to life. The Tour Book also features advertising from local businesses and vendors, giving you direct access to the people and services that help make the event—and our community—so special. A digital edition will be available online the day before the tour, offering an early look at all the inspiration ahead. And for continued enjoyment, the digital version will remain accessible for a full year after the event, so you can return to your favorite ideas anytime. Enjoy a day filled with beauty, creativity, and meaningful impact. Support mental health in our community by being a part of the 44th Signature Kitchen Tour! Thanks to Our 2025 Event Sponsors SUPPORTING SPONSOR Donna & Eric Colson Full List of 2025 Sponsors 2025 Tour Book PDF Become a 2026 Sponsor! got kitchen? got goods? Contact us today for more details.

< Back Outstanding Philanthropic Organization Award Association of Fundraising Prefoessionals (AFP) Nov 14, 2019 SolMateo received the Outstanding Philanthropic Organization award from AFP Silicon Valley, in recognition of their incredible work supporting and promoting local mental health services. Every year, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, (AFP) accepts nominations from the community for organizations that go “above and beyond” to give back. StarVista nominated SolMateo and we won! SolMateo was honored at the 31st Annual Silicon Valley Philanthropic Day to receive their “Outstanding Philanthropic Organization Award”. A few facts about this award as noted by StarVista: Since 1976, Sol Mateo has donated over $2.3 million to MHA and StarVista. SolMateo donates 100% of the funds it raises. Gone above and beyond to support StarVista’s Crisis work initiatives, including revamping the service, a youth-focused counseling website that allows youth to anonymously log-on and talk with trained volunteer peer mentors. Thank you AFP and StarVista for this prestigious recognition! Previous Next

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Join us for SolMateo’s Holiday Auction & Luncheon, a festive celebration with great food, cocktails, unique auction items, and community spirit—all benefiting essential mental health services in San Mateo County. Holiday Auction & Luncheon Celebrate community and compassion at SolMateo’s beloved holiday fundraiser—a long‑standing tradition of socializing, savoring delicious cuisine, and supporting vital mental health services in San Mateo County. Enjoy cocktails, shop and bid on unique items, and take part in festive auctions, all while making a meaningful difference for those in need. We look forward to coming together for our annual holiday fundraising event on Friday, December 4, 2026 . Stay tuned for more details coming in September! In the meantime, check out photos from our past events...

SolMateo’s Signature Kitchen Tour connects sponsors with a discerning audience of design lovers and community leaders, offering standout visibility and sustained engagement through our Tour Book and event experience. Advertise/Sponsor SolMateo’s Signature Kitchen Tour is more than a showcase of extraordinary homes—it’s a curated experience that attracts an influential audience of design enthusiasts, industry professionals, and community leaders. Our Tour Book highlights the exceptional contributors who help shape this event, and sponsors consistently benefit from meaningful engagement and lasting patronage from our guests. SKT Ad Packet 2026 Sponsor Levels Explore our Sponsor Levels to find the option that best aligns with your visibility goals. Presenting, Premium & Benefactor Levels include full‑page ads placed prominently in the Tour Book for maximum exposure Patron & Community Builder Levels offer flexible ad sizes and are placed throughout the book to provide ongoing exposure to our discerning audience Levels Sponsor Agreement Secure your place in the Signature Kitchen Tour 2026 by submitting your sponsorship today! Some opportunities may already be filled, so reach out to support@solmateo.org to confirm availability. Submit your ad and logo files—meeting all Tour Book Materials Specifications—along with full payment and a signed contract by April 1, 2026. By completing your authorization, you commit to being featured in the May 16, 2026 Signature Kitchen Tour Book. Agreement Create Artwork & Submit Ad After selecting your Sponsor Level and completing the Sponsor Agreement: Review our Materials Specification Sheet for print size guidelines and file requirements Create your artwork, ensuring it meets all guidelines for size, resolution, and format Submit your final ad artwork and logo by emailing support@solmateo.org Ad Specs The Tour Book is the official guide for the Signature Kitchen Tour on Saturday, May 16, and a valued resource for our guests. A digital edition will go live May 14, 2026, featuring your advertisement and a direct link to your website depending on your level of commitment. Ads are due April 1, 2026. Why Become a Sponsor? By becoming a sponsor—whether through advertising or monetary support—you make a tangible difference for individuals and families in our community affected by mental illness. At the same time, you position your brand in front of a highly engaged audience that values quality, craftsmanship, and trusted local businesses. Visibility to more than 600 guests from the Peninsula, San Francisco, and the greater Bay Area Complimentary Kitchen Tour tickets (based on sponsorship level) Sponsorship acknowledgment at each home on Tour Day Online exposure through SolMateo’s digital platforms Meaningful support for local mental health programs and families in crisis Proceeds Benefit Mental Health Among Your Benefits We look forward to partnering with you to create a successful event for your business, our guests, and the agencies we proudly support. The 43rd SolMateo Signature Kitchen Tour on Friday, May 16, 2025, provided each guest a full color Tour Book and access to a Digital Tour Book to be used throughout the day as a guide, providing home descriptions, kitchen photos, design details and product information. The Digital Tour Book will be available for years to come as a reference and resource guide. 2025 Tour Book PDF Thanks to Our 2025 Event Sponsors SUPPORTING SPONSOR Donna & Eric Colson Full List of 2025 Sponsors To learn more, please email support@solmateo.org . Become an Event Sponsor - Donate Now!

Discover SolMateo’s annual Holiday Auction & Luncheon and Signature Kitchen Tour, two major events that generate critical funding and awareness for mental health organizations serving San Mateo County. Events Be part of what brings our community together. Our two fundraising events unite people who believe in shining a light on mental health, promoting wellness, and strengthening the vital services that support individuals and families facing mental illness, homelessness, and crisis. Your presence helps build a future where no one navigates mental health challenges alone—and where hope, connection, and care reach everyone who needs it. Signature Kitchen Tour The Signature Kitchen Tour is a self-guided tour showcasing five of the Bay Area's most inspiring design talents and stunning homes in Burlingame, Hillsborough and San Mateo. Read More Holiday Auction & Luncheon Celebrate community and compassion at our cherished holiday tradition—enjoy cocktails, cuisine, shopping and unique auction finds, all supporting vital mental health services in San Mateo County. Read More By purchasing a ticket to our fundraising events or joining us as an event sponsor, you will help strengthen and expand mental health services throughout our county.