Events

How can foundation trustees provide meaningful oversight, foster mutual accountability, and steward a mission-aligned organization in a time when deepened solidarity and partnership are critical for impact? Foundation boards have tremendous potential to reimagine philanthropic governance and leadership. Good governance involves mindsets, tools, and practices that foster frank conversation, reveal power inequities, and harness the … Continue reading Upleveling Governance: A Cohort for Foundation Trustees and CEOs

Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Milenko Matanovic, a renowned community activator, artist, and founder of the Pomegranate Center. In-Person Location: Design Lab, Design and Innovation Building, Room 3069510 Innovation Lane, La Jolla, CA 92093 Over the past 40 years, Milenko has developed and practiced a creative, collaborative approach to community-building that centers art, … Continue reading Beyond the Material: Art as a Framework for Civic Engagement and Building Democracy

One act of courage can inspire a movement. Southern California has risen in the face of extraordinary challenges this year. In January, when Los Angeles was devastated by wildfires, the region came together to support the individuals and communities affected by the crisis. In June, when federal immigration raids targeted Los Angeles’ immigrant and migrant … Continue reading SoCal Grantmaker’s 2025 Annual Conference: Acts of Courage

Nonprofit tickets for this conference are now sold out. If you are interested in attending, please join the waitlist here and we will notify you if additional spots become available. The challenges facing our region today demand both collective action and bold imagination, and our region is uniquely equipped for both. Catalyst’s 2025 Annual Conference: Bright Spots … Continue reading 2025 Catalyst Annual Conference: Bright Spots

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the philanthropic sector, sometimes in ways we cannot yet see. As AI becomes more embedded in the social impact space, it’s critical for funders to understand both the possibilities and the pitfalls. Join Catalyst in partnership with the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG), a global leader in advancing technology in … Continue reading Artificial Intelligence in Philanthropy: Aligning Innovation with Impact

The most recent federal budget bill, signed into law on July 4th, includes a major change for corporate philanthropy: a new 1% taxable income floor for corporate charitable deductions. This provision is poised to reshape the landscape of corporate giving, making it essential for companies to understand its implications.   In partnership with Orange County Grantmakers … Continue reading The New 1% Floor: Implications for Corporate Charitable Giving

The biennial Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) conference is the premier event for philanthropic leaders to learn, connect, and ultimately improve their practice of philanthropy. CEP hosts this conference because they believe effective funders, working collaboratively and thoughtfully, can profoundly contribute to creating a better and more just world. CEP tailors their conference to leaders … Continue reading CEP2025

We rallied against federal funding cuts. We stood our ground in our commitment to supporting marginalized communities. We pushed back – and won – against many harmful tax policies. Nonprofits have faced an unprecedented barrage of attacks and challenges this year. And yet together we remain United. Fearless. Powerful. Please join CalNonprofits in Los Angeles … Continue reading CalNonprofits Policy Conference: United. Fearless. Powerful.

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

This event is on Tuesday, November 18 – Wednesday, November 19 from 9am-1pm both days. Grab your spreadsheets, dust off your Theory of Change, rally your stack of notebooks: Catalyst Learning Labs are your office hour to get things done. In these workshop-style sessions designed for hands-on engagement, participants will be encouraged to bring their … Continue reading Learning Labs: Equitable Grantmaking in Practice

Join us in Imperial County for the first in-person meeting for Imperial Valley Funder Collaborative. Attendees will get the chance to meet other funders interested in funding the valley, as well as enjoy the diversity and uniqueness of communities in Imperial County. The Imperial Valley Funder Collaborative (IVFC) is a Catalyst collaborative of funders dedicated … Continue reading Imperial Valley Funder Collaborative December Meeting