Henry Mayo Newhall Foundation
The Henry Mayo Newhall Foundation is a private family foundation dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in regions connected to the legacy of California pioneer Henry Mayo Newhall. Established in 1963 by his fourth-generation descendants, the foundation focuses on philanthropic activities in San Francisco, the Santa Maria Valley, and the Santa Clarita Valley.
Henry Mayo Newhall, a notable figure from the Gold Rush era, founded an auction business and played a significant role in California's development by establishing the first railroad from San Francisco to San Jose. His legacy as a benefactor of various charitable, social, and educational institutions continues through the foundation's support of nonprofit organizations in the communities he influenced.
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