The San Francisco Council of Grand Dukes and Grand Duchesses was founded in 1972 to provide diverse areas of the San Francisco community with charitable and personal support. Through the years we have expanded our grants to other worthy groups of the community at large which may be overlooked by other fundraising organizations in the City. We do not receive support from government resources, but depend on donations from individuals and businesses. Thousands of people's lives have been materially and positively affected by the kindness and charity of the people who support us.