Silvanus Foundation
Silvanus Foundation
WILDFIRE PREVENTATION
We will support Wildfire Preventation Science Research and the education fund of California deceased firefighters' family. Every donation counts!
Silvanus Foundation c/o Tribute to Fallen Heroes (EiN# 88-0820710) is a 501(c)(3) exempt from federal income tax under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501 (c) (3). Donors can deduct contributions they make to you under IRC Section 170. Silvanus Foundation is also qualified to receive tax deductible bequests, devise, transfers or gift under section 2055, 2106 or 2522. IRS determined you are a public charity under the IRC Section listed at the top of the approved letter.
Please Zelle to: gosilvanus@gmail.com
or mail your donation check to:
Silvanus Foundation
1669 Hollenbeck Avenue STE 2-166, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Featured Sponsors & Partners
Calling all teens!
We are recruiting high school staff volunteers with high enthusiasm and great responsibility to serve our community and make the world to be a better place.
Founder & President
Nathan Liu
Performers
Welcome the talented youth to join us!
Volunteers
Thank you for your contribution.-The 2nd TTFH Benefit Concert
Volunteers
Thank you for your contribution.-The 3rd TTFH Benefit Gala with Music.
Volunteers
Thank you for your contribution.-The 4th TTFH Benefit Concert and Forum.
Guest Speakers
Thank you for your contribution.-The 4th TTFH Benefit Concert and Forum.
Performers
Thank you for your contribution.-The 4th TTFH Benefit Concert and Forum.
Ambassadors and Volunteers needed!
Our ambassadors, mentors and volunteers Team
Ambassadors & Volunteers
Earth and Arbor Day Festival team: Justin, Nathan, Zavier, Raeanne and Christine. (from left to right)
Ambassadors & Volunteers
Earth and Arbor Day Festival Team: Nathan, Stanley and Jonathan. (from left to right)
Mentor & Team
Mentors, Wayne and Judith, with Team members.
Ambassador
Earth and Arbor Day Festival Ambassador: Erika
Executive Members
Founder of Silvanus Foundation
Nathan Liu
President and Executive Director
Nathan is a dedicated advocate for the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, and is committed to using his passion for technology to protect the environment. He believes that combining scientific innovation with empathy and human-centered approaches is key to solving today's most pressing problems. In addition to his interest in music and sports, Nathan has also founded the Silvanus Foundation, a youth-led nonprofit organization focused on wildfire prevention, climate change awareness, and sustainability. Through this organization, Nathan aims to inspire young people to become more engaged in creating a sustainable future.
Nathan is also the founder and committee chairman of the Tribute to Fallen Heroes (TTFH) annual benefit events, as well as the basketball team captain at The Harker School. His research focuses on wildfire prevention and sustainability, and he has been recognized for his work in this field. His 2020 research on "Using AI to Distinguish Between Human-Caused and Natural Fires" and 2021 research on "A Scientific Method to Demystify the Lightning-Caused 2020 August Complex Fire & EVT Theorem to Predict the Extreme Event" were both published in the Synopsys Science Research Championship. Nathan's 2022 summer research in sustainability area, "Sustainable Lipstick: Using Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence to Reduce Carbon Footprint in the Cosmetics Industry", was successfully presented and published in The Harker Schhol 2023 Research Symposium Breakout Session 1 at Nichols 307 of Harker School.
When he's not working on his research or running his nonprofit organization, Nathan enjoys playing sports and music. He has been playing piano for 11 years, saxophone for 4 years, and has been playing basketball and golf for 8 years. Nathan is also an avid fan of football and baseball. Additionally, he enjoys playing chess, designing logos, and editing videos in his free time.
20th California Firefighter memorial 7/30/2022
Nathan Liu performed piano in the same stage with the speaker-guests of California Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis (left), Attorney General of California Rob Bonta (far right) and President of California Professional Firefighteres Brian K. Rice (right)
KRCA 3 / NBC Community Champion TV interview-10/19/2022
Nathan Liu was interviewed by Lee Anne Denyer, KRCA 3 News Community Champion. Nathan mentioned his 3rd TTFH charity golf tournament and gala with music.
City of Cupertino council meeting on 1/19/2021
Darcy Paul, Mayor of City of Cupertino award Nathan Liu “Certificate of Recognition” in recognition of the performance (1st place award) in the Santa Clara County 2020 Synopsys Championship Science Fair with project “Using AI to Distinguish Between Human-Caused and Natural Fires.”
City of Cupertino council meeting on 12/21/2021
Darcy Paul, Mayor of City of Cupertino (1st right of the 2nd row) and Liang Chao, Vice Mayor of City of Cupertino (center) awarded Nathan Liu “Certificate of Recognition” in recognition of the performance (The most promising young scientist) in the Santa Clara County 2021 Synopsys Championship Science Fire with project “A Scientific Method to Demystify the Lightning Caused 2020 August Complex Fire & EVT Theorem to Predict the Extreme Event.”
Team Members
Our team consists of many talented high school students with service enthusiasm. Please join our team to work together!
Jonathan S.
Ambassador
The 3rd TTFH Benefit Gala performer and committee member. Voluntter in the Earth and Arbor Day festival, and Sole support-Outfitting kids in need.
Erika W.
Ambassador
Earth and Arbor Day Festival Marketing Content. Volunteer in the 3rd TTFH benefit golf tournament & Gala, Earth and Arbor Day festival, and Sole support-Outfitting kids in need.
Raeanne L.
Ambassador
Design the flyers of the 3rd TTFH annual benefit golf tournament and gala with music flyers. Earth Day education poster.
Timothy D.
Volunteer
The 3rd TTFH Benefit Gala performer and committee member.
Shwetha S.
Volunteer
volunteer in the 3rd annual TTFH benefit gala with music.
Justin Y.
Volunteer
Volunteer in the 3rd TTFH Benefit Gala, Earth and Arbor Day festival.
Stanley C.
Ambassador
Volunteer in Earth and Arbor Day festival, and the 4th TTFH Benefit Concert & Forum.
Christine D.
Ambassador
Volunteer in Earth and Arbor Day festival, and the 4th TTFH Benefit Concert & Forum.
Please join our Volunteers & Ambassadors team!
Please submit the application form.
We need any K-12 students who are willing to serve our community to be our volunteers. If you want to take more responsibility and leadership in the fundraising and service project, and join monthly ambassador meeting , you can apply for our ambassador program. Please press below "Volunteer Form" button to fill in your application. Please email to gosilvanus@gmail.com if you have any question. Thank you!
"As the flames and smoke from the recent wildfires impacted countless residents of the Bay Area, we at Harker experienced the emotional roller-coaster of the event as Harker families living in the affected areas eagerly awaited news about their homes. Sadly, two staff members' houses were consumed by the fire, but many others were saved thanks to the exceptional effort of the responders. And, more importantly, everyone and every animal was saved," said Brian Yager, Head of School, The Harker School. "Given our school's mission 'to prepare our students to take their place as global citizens,' it is uplifting to see our students take on this project to recognize and support the members of the firefighting community who sacrifice so much to safeguard the people and environment around us, and who, through their efforts, are heroes to all of us."
Brian Yager, Head of School, The Harker School.
“Nathan represents the highest ideals of a community member. He understands that living a purposeful life means supporting those in need,” said Paul Barsky, Head of the Upper School, Harker School. “Nathan's drive and dedication are proof that one individual truly can inspire others. His work on behalf of those most impacted by wildfires is a beacon for others who seek to lead from a place of caring, kindness, and responsibility. On behalf of all the lives that you have touched, I thank you, Nathan.”
Paul Barsky, Head of the Harker Upper School.
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