Achievements of Representative Grantees

At The Becky Valentine Foundation, we take pride in partnering with organizations and individuals who share our commitment to education, environmental stewardship, and lasting community impact. Each of our grantees is carefully selected through a rigorous due diligence process to ensure transparency, accountability, and alignment with our mission. The achievements highlighted here reflect not only their dedication but also the trust we place in those we support to make a measurable difference.

Southeast Ventura County YMCA

Since 2017, The Becky Valentine Foundation has partnered with the Southeast Ventura County YMCA to expand community access, safety, and opportunity. In addition to landmark capital investments—including major contributions to the Yarrow Family YMCA and a $500,000 pledge in 2025 to expand the Simi Valley YMCA—the Foundation fuels two vital programs: Find My Genius, providing academic enrichment for 700+ under-resourced students annually, and Safety Around Water, delivering life-saving drowning prevention instruction to local youth.

Kettering University

Since 2018, The Becky Valentine Foundation has partnered with Kettering University—a world-class leader in STEM and business education—to empower the next generation of innovators. Through The Valentine Scholarship, the Foundation provides annual tuition assistance to 20 under-resourced scholars, supporting over 160 students to date. This funding enables talented students to participate in Kettering’s renowned co-op model, seamlessly pairing academic instruction with paid, hands-on professional experience to prepare them for leadership in science and industry.

Wildlife Conservation Society

Since 2018, The Becky Valentine Foundation has provided nearly $2 million in support to the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) to safeguard fragile land and marine ecosystems. Through field science, anti-poaching measures, and direct habitat protection, our funding targets two critical frontiers: Intact Forests, which harbor 80% of terrestrial wildlife, and The Ocean, which produces half the planet's oxygen. Together, we work to protect nature's strongholds and preserve biodiversity for generations to come.

University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric & Earth Science

Since 2019, The Becky Valentine Foundation has supported the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science to accelerate cutting-edge environmental research. Our partnership provides essential infrastructure and funding through The Valentine Research Vessel—which has helped plant over 5,000 corals—alongside The Valentine Fellowship for top scientific minds and the UGalapagos Program for immersive field study in the iconic archipelago. Together, we are advancing marine science and educating tomorrow's environmental leaders.

Scripps Institution of Oceanography

The Becky Valentine Foundation partners with Scripps Institution of Oceanography to protect Southern California’s vital kelp forests from the threats of warming oceans and habitat loss. By supporting Dr. Jennifer Smith and the Smith Lab, our funding drives cutting-edge research into kelp heat-sensitivity and science-backed restoration techniques. Together, we are working to strengthen coastal resilience, safeguard marine biodiversity, and protect these crucial underwater ecosystems for future generations.

Partner With Us to Build the Next Chapter

From expanding educational access for hundreds of students to restoring critical ocean habitats and forests across the globe, these accomplishments are made possible through targeted, high-impact partnerships. Help us carry this momentum forward and expand our reach for generations to come.