Events

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 at [email protected]. This … Continue reading Early Childhood Funder Collaborative August Meeting

At this meeting of the Binational Migration Funder Collaborative will explore the evolving landscape of migration at the San Diego and Imperial County borders. Through an interactive discussion, we will discuss priorities and emerging opportunities for philanthropy to play a pivotal role in ensuring dignity, safety, and support for asylum seekers, refugees, and immigrants. About This … Continue reading Binational Migration Funder Collaborative September Meeting

Join Catalyst’s gathering of our Corporate Members Community of Practice, formally known as our corporate philanthropy cohort! These corporate-only spaces will provide a space to facilitate learning, share best practices, and foster connections among CSR professionals in our region. Our second meeting of the year will be a lunch and site visit to corporate member … Continue reading Corporate Members Community of Practice

Join the Climate Funder Collaborative for an in-person, working lunch to share relevant updates, discuss year-end priorities, and the road ahead into 2026. Participants will hear updates from each of the working groups, explore shared funding opportunities, identify gaps, and discuss how to mobilize resources toward high-impact, achievable projects. Current Working Groups These are shaped … Continue reading Climate Funder Collaborative September Meeting

Imperial County is rich with opportunities for investment, collaboration, and lasting impact, but navigating the region’s funding landscape can be complex. The Imperial Valley Funder Collaborative (IVFC) is a Catalyst collaborative of funders dedicated to growing funding interest and capacity specifically for the rural communities of Imperial County. If you are a funder currently investing … Continue reading Imperial Valley Funder Collaborative September Meeting

Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Milenko Matanovic, a renowned community activator, artist, and founder of the Pomegranate Center. Over the past 40 years, Milenko has developed and practiced a creative, collaborative approach to community-building that centers art, culture, and inclusive dialogue. Through his “Pomegranate Method,” more than 60 gathering spaces have been co-created … 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 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

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

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