Events

Join California Policy Forum's webinar as we discuss the implications of OpenAI’s corporate restructuring. OpenAI is the largest nonprofit in the world, with a valuation of at least $500 billion and an important mission of harnessing the power of AI for the benefit of humanity. But OpenAI has strayed from its charitable purpose. They'll break … Continue reading Public Good vs Private Gain: The Implications of OpenAI’s Restructuring Plans

We know that funders face many challenges when attempting to make the case within their institutions for the value and importance of investing in immigrant communities. We also know that moving money to immigrant-led and immigrant-centered organizations can help foundations advance their strategic priorities, whether they relate to immigration explicitly or not. GCIR has developed … Continue reading Making the Case for Supporting Immigrants in Your Grantmaking: A Messaging Toolkit for Funders

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