Investments by philanthropists and impact investors spark change, test and prove promising practices, and fill gaps. And when those sparks combine with government funds, we can accomplish deep, wide, and long-lasting change. But someone has to navigate the relationships and logistics that make such change possible. That’s why at Catalyst, we are diving into the … Continue reading Sparking Change
We are pleased to welcome Nat De Jesus to the Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties team as manager of programs and learning, where they will lead the development and execution of high-quality learning opportunities for Catalyst’s diverse membership base in the San Diego & Imperial County region. Nat is a true local, having … Continue reading Nat De Jesus joins Catalyst as Manager of Programs and Learning
We are pleased to share several exciting organizational updates at Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties. Vilavanh Sanginthirath has joined the organization as director of marketing and communications, where she will lead implementation of Catalyst’s strategies to engage and connect with Catalyst members and partners across San Diego and Imperial Counties. Vilavanh is tech … Continue reading Catalyst Welcomes New Staff and Board Members
With the new year, we are welcoming new board members and saying goodbye to dynamic leaders who have reached their term limit serving on Catalyst’s board of directors. We look forward to introducing you to our newest board members very soon – but first! With a combined 18 years of service to Catalyst, we recently … Continue reading Reflections From 18 Years of Combined Service
On August 17, 2021, Rep. Sewell (D-AL), along with 191 cosponsors, reintroduced the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to combat voter suppression and increase access to voting. Catalyst, along with our charitable sector colleagues across the country, supports this important legislation that updates and strengthens the 1965 Voting Rights Act (VRA) by requiring … Continue reading Sign a Charitable Sector Letter Supporting Voter’s Rights
A LETTER FROM OUR PRESIDENT & CEO As we wind down work for 2021 and look towards the new year, I find myself reflecting in this natural moment of transition – a literal and proverbial turning of the calendar page – with fresh eyes, and renewed conviction. 2021 found us navigating renewed hope and resurging … Continue reading Resurging Challenge, Renewed Hope
Calls for changes in foundation practice have come for decades from philanthropic and nonprofit leaders and others in the sector. The ways in which foundations responded to these calls at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020 have been well-documented and widely discussed, including in a series of three reports released late last year by … Continue reading Foundations Respond to Crisis: Lasting Change?
All In 2021 invited members, partners, and colleagues of Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties to a day of inspiration and works-in-progress illustrating how, collectively, a transformative social change ecosystem can come into being and realize a just, equitable future for our region. We have cataloged all parts of the day in this … Continue reading 2021 Annual Conference Recap
Thank you to all who joined us for Catalyst’s Annual Conference this year! In case you missed it or want to revisit a segment, you may view the conference recording in full below. You may also view the recordings as individual segments by clicking the links below or viewing the video playlist on YouTube: … Continue reading All In Videos & Links
SAN DIEGO, Calif., November 1, 2021 – Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties (“Catalyst”), a nonprofit network of funding organizations and impact investors in the region, today announced that Kamaal Martin has been named as vice president of Networks and Initiatives. Martin, a former Lemon Grove Mayoral candidate, most recently joins Catalyst from having … Continue reading Kamaal Martin Joins Catalyst as Vice President of Networks and Initiatives