Events

This gathering in Sacramento will bring together funders from across the state and beyond to reconnect, recharge, and rebuild — with time to strengthen relationships, gain inspiration, and explore philanthropy’s role in shaping California’s future. Why Sacramento? Sacramento is a meeting ground where California’s diverse regions converge — politically, economically, and culturally. It’s a hub … Continue reading Smart Growth California’s 2026 Funder Summit

This session offers a timely update on how communities statewide are responding to ICE deployments, with a regional focus on Los Angeles, Orange County, the Inland Empire, and the Central Coast/Ventura. Participants will examine how enforcement patterns, community response, and funding needs have shifted since June of 2025, explore lessons from other regions, and discuss … Continue reading National Lessons, Regional Action: Preparing for ICE Deployments

Philanthropy California invites you to join our 2026 Philanthropy in Sacramento Day, coming up on Tuesday, April 7 and Wednesday, April 8. This is an opportunity to connect with funders from across the state, build alignment and strategic coordination around key cross-regional issues, educate and advocate with state policy makers and agencies. With turmoil and … Continue reading 2026 Philanthropy in Sacramento Day

The biennial Mission Investors Exchange (MIE) National Conference is the leading forum for foundations, mission-driven asset owners, and their partners advancing impact investing in philanthropy. The MIE 2026 National Conference will bring 750 philanthropy and impact investing leaders to Atlanta, Georgia to highlight innovative investment strategies, develop new partnerships, and help shape the field in … Continue reading MIE 2026 National Conference

When communities, institutions, and values are under attack, philanthropy must root to our purpose. We hold the privilege and responsibility to invest in the courageous leadership of those transforming systems in escalating crises. In Northern California, philanthropy must not concede our power to usher in transformation. We must build our muscle to practice courage. Which … Continue reading 2026 NCG Annual Conference: Rooted in Courage