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Organized by: Trust-Based Philanthropy

In this moment of rapid change and uncertainty, many in philanthropy are scrambling to figure out what to do next. While a handful of foundations have taken swift action to support grantees – including significant moves to increase payouts – there isn’t yet a groundswell of coordinated action. Meanwhile, nonprofits are going into strategy-and-survival mode … Continue reading Meeting the Moment: Activate Collective Action (Session 2)

Impact investing is a powerful but underutilized tool for funders to align investments with social impact and environmental goals, amplify their impact, and potentially create a sustainable source of funding for future initiatives. Join us for the fourth and final session of our Fundamentals Academy for a 101-level overview to build a baseline understanding of … Continue reading Fundamentals Academy Session 4: Impact Investing

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Do the Work: Border Region

Secure your spot now! The deadline to register for this event is May 2nd. Do the Work is making its return in 2025 with an overnight trip to the United States/Mexico border. Participants will hear insights from those directly impacted by immigration policies, including the organizations working tirelessly to support humanitarian, legal, case management, and … Continue reading Do the Work: Border Region

Organized by: Philanthropy California

With political turmoil, funding threats, and rising attacks on the nonprofit sector, the policies being shaped today could directly impact your mission tomorrow. The good news? You have more power than you think. You don’t need to be a professional lobbyist or a policy expert to influence decision-makers – you just need the right tools … Continue reading California Policy Forum: Make Your Voice Count – Effective Advocacy with Elected Officials

The Early Childhood Funders Collaborative is reconnecting for the first time since 2023! Join us as we come back together to strengthen our network, explore key funding opportunities, and reflect on insights from the Children First Collective Town Hall in February. This gathering is a chance to reengage with the collaborative, align on priorities, and … Continue reading Early Childhood Funder Collaborative May Meeting

Organized by: Trust-Based Philanthropy

In this moment of rapid change and uncertainty, many in philanthropy are scrambling to figure out what to do next. While a handful of foundations have taken swift action to support grantees – including significant moves to increase payouts – there isn’t yet a groundswell of coordinated action. Meanwhile, nonprofits are going into strategy-and-survival mode … Continue reading Meeting the Moment: Activate Collective Action (Session 3)

About the Collaborative The Early Childhood Funder Collaborative seeks to motivate a sense of urgency around early childhood needs and bring together philanthropists to increase access to high-quality early childhood care and education in the San Diego region. Target Audience If you're interested in learning more about the Early Childhood Funder Collaborative, please contact Michele … Continue reading Early Childhood Funder Collaborative August Meeting

About the Collaborative The Early Childhood Funder Collaborative seeks to motivate a sense of urgency around early childhood needs and bring together philanthropists to increase access to high-quality early childhood care and education in the San Diego region. Target Audience If you're interested in learning more about the Early Childhood Funder Collaborative, please contact Michele … Continue reading Early Childhood Funder Collaborative November Meeting

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