THE MISSION OF THE HELZEL FAMILY FOUNDATION IS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA AND BEYOND THROUGH SUPPORT OF NOT-FOR-PROFIT EDUCATIONAL, ARTS, AND CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS. THE FOUNDATION SUPPORTS ORGANIZATIONS AND PURSUES PARTNERSHIPS COMMITTED TO THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT AND EXCELLENCE, WITH A GOAL OF DIRECTLY AFFECTING INDIVIDUAL LIVES. THE HFF IS A SUPPORTING …