Hewlett Foundation

The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation is a private charitable foundation based in Menlo Park, California. Founded in 1966 by William Hewlett and his wife Flora, the Foundation focuses on addressing critical social issues and promoting the common good through grantmaking and partnerships. Its mission is to support efforts that improve the quality of life for individuals and communities, with an emphasis on innovative and impactful solutions.

The Hewlett Foundation’s primary areas of focus include education, global development and population, environment, the performing arts, and philanthropy. It supports a range of initiatives, from advancing educational equity and addressing climate change to strengthening the arts and promoting effective philanthropy. By providing financial support and strategic guidance, the Foundation aims to foster positive social change and enhance the effectiveness of its grantees’ work.

Helena Geefay

Talent Development Officer

Hewlett Foundation

Menlo Park, CA,
United States

Helena is the Talent Development Officer at the Hewlett Foundation. She oversees professional development and growth opportunities for Hewlett employees, manages ERGs and other DEIJ initiatives, and supports organizational development, learning, and other HR projects. Areas of staff development include leadership, management, interpersonal skills, cultural competency, career development, coaching, feedback, and other professional development areas. Helena started her career as a mental health therapist and progressively moved into roles that focused more on developing people in the workplace. Prior to joining the foundation, she served as the head of human resources and operations for City Year San Jose, and supported leadership development programs at The Walt Disney Company. She enjoys engaging people in meaningful work and curating dynamic learning environments that support sustained growth. Helena lives with her family in the SF Bay Area. and holds a master’s degree in psychological counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University, and bachelor’s degrees with honors in psychology and English from the University of Southern California.

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