Golden State Valkyries

Together with Ross Stores, Inc., we partnered to launch the inaugural season of Read to Achieve programming—featuring three Reading Roundups across the Bay Area and culminating in a full library refurbishment at REACH Academy in Oakland with Golden State Warriors Community Foundation. This renovation marks the first time in three years that students can fully access their library, now supported by the school’s newly appointed librarian. With more than 400 eager learners, the space was intentionally designed to meet students where they are and spark their curiosity. We’re proud to help inspire the next generation across the Bay Area by creating environments that foster a lifelong love of literacy.

Every free throw made, a future unlocked. Through Free Throws for Futures, the Valkyries’ inaugural season raised $174,750 for Kode With Klossy, empowering young women and gender expansive youth around the world to build confidence, creativity, and careers in STEAM. Together with the PG&E CORPORATION FOUNDATION and the Golden State Community Foundation, we’re investing in the next generation of innovators—one free throw at a time.

Every shot counts — on and off the court. This season’s free throws helped raise $174,750 for Girls Inc. of Alameda County, empowering girls across the Bay Area neighborhoods with the education and mentorship they need to thrive. In partnership with the PG&E CORPORATION FOUNDATION and the Golden State Community Foundation, we’re turning every basket into opportunity.

Congratulations, Jess Smith! https://lnkd.in/gUiVwMu2

Congrats to Jess Smith! Your vision, dedication, and leadership have set a new standard — not just for our team, but for women’s sports everywhere.

She raised the bar — and then built a whole new league above it. Golden State Valkyries President Jess Smith has been named the WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) Business Executive Leadership Award winner, presented by Deloitte.

A year of growth, momentum and breakthroughs culminated at our first-ever Rakuten International Ascending Stars Summit, where the leaders of tomorrow had the opportunity to learn face to face from the trailblazing women making moves now. Here's to ambition, impact, and the next generation of game-changers.

We’re proud to spotlight September's Rakuten Ascending Stars, leaders shaping the future of their fields right here in the Bay: 🌟 Grace Porras – Emmy Award-winning producer and Co-Director of Make It Bay. Grace is driving efforts to revitalize the Bay Area as a hub for film and media, ensuring local talent and storytelling are celebrated and supported. 🌟 Laura Barton – Ticketing Sales Administrator at Bay FC. After three seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers, Laura brought her skills and passion to the Bay Area, where she continues to merge purpose with career growth while uplifting others along the way. Through their work, Laura and Grace exemplify what it means to rise, lead, and create lasting impact in our communities. Congratulations on being named Ascending Stars!

We’re proud to celebrate our August & September Pacific Gas and Electric Company Power Forward honorees: ✨ Courtney Good ✨ Gene Nakamura ✨ Honey Mahogany ✨ Lamont Robinson Jr. ✨ Yolanda Jackson ✨ Quiana Canada ✨ Angela Davis ✨ Elizabeth Cushing ✨ Jennifer Lyle ✨ Helen Torres From championing youth and advancing equity, to breaking barriers in law, policy, sports, and community leadership, each honoree exemplifies what it means to power the Bay forward. Thank you all for being forces of positive change. Pacific Gas and Electric Company | Power Forward

In celebration of reaching the playoffs in our inaugural season, we are featuring an incredible lineup for the next Golden State Community Foundation auction, including floor seats for Game 2 of our first round series against the Minnesota Lynx on September 17 at SAP Center in San Jose. That VIP experience is featured below along with other highlights: The Ultimate Valkyries Playoff Game Experience: includes 2 Floor Tickets to Game 2 on September 17 - Valkyries vs. Lynx at SAP Center in San Jose Food and beverage included Note: This item will close on Tuesday, September 16th at 12pm PT. - A Veronica Burton Signed Jersey - A Veronica Burton Signed Basketball - A 2025 Team Signed Basketball - A Kaitlyn Chen Signed Jersey - A Tip Hayes Signed Jersey - A Kate Martin Signed Photo And so much more! Don’t miss your chance to secure these amazing items while making a meaningful impact. Start bidding now: https://lnkd.in/gg-cfuYk The auction will close on Friday, September 19 at 10pm PT.