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From funding essentials to urgent issue briefings – and everywhere in between – Catalyst events foster brave spaces to learn, push boundaries and grow together.

Organized by: Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties

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

Organized by: Philanthropy New York

This program is hosted by their partner, Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees (GCIR), who has extended an invitation to Philanthropy New York members. Our nation is at its best when we embrace the promise and potential of our multiracial democracy, casting aside the false narratives that seek to divide and weaken us. Unfortunately, both … Continue reading Anti-Authoritarian Funder Learning Series Part II: Global Lessons in the Resistance Against Authoritarianism

Organized by: Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties

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

Organized by: Philanthropy California

The political landscape is becoming a minefield for a growing number of nonprofits and foundations. Whether you’ve been explicitly targeted or are looking to feel more prepared, you’ll want to join the next CA Policy Forum. A panel of two of the state’s most experienced nonprofit attorneys will offer an expert briefing, guidance, and tools … Continue reading Guidance for Nonprofits and Foundations Facing Federal Pressure

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

Our nation is at its best when we embrace the promise and potential of our multiracial democracy, casting aside the false narratives that seek to divide and weaken us. Unfortunately, both here at home and abroad, autocratic tendencies have taken root, with leaders cynically exploiting people's fear and material suffering in order to aggregate dangerous … Continue reading Anti-Authoritarian Funder Learning, Part I: In Defense of Civil Society

Organized by: Philanthropy California

Every ten years the U.S. Constitution mandates a count of every person in the country, making the Census a fundamental piece of our democracy. The data collected influences the allocation of more than $2 trillion in federal funds to states and local communities for critical services and infrastructure projects, including schools, hospitals, roads, and businesses. … Continue reading Census 2030: A Look Ahead of California’s Demographic Projections, Opportunities, and Challenges

Come together for our 2nd Imperial Valley Funder Collaborative meeting to learn about funder interests, hear from members on current and anticipated funder projects, and discuss alignment and opportunity for collaborative work in the Valley. Imperial County is rich with opportunities for investment, collaboration, and lasting impact, but navigating the region’s funding landscape can be … Continue reading Imperial Valley Funder Collaborative June Meeting

Organized by: Fund the People

Join this event to hear stories of talent justice in action from across California. The virtual event will feature a sneak preview of a forthcoming report from Fund the People: Long-Haul Grantmaking: How Many-Year Grants Can Transform Nonprofit Jobs and Amplify Impact, a case study of the Walter & Elise Haas Fund’s Endeavor Fund. Report … Continue reading Talent Justice in Action: New Fund the People Research on “Many-Year Grants” in the Bay Area and More

Organized by: SoCal Grantmakers

Join SoCal Grantmakers for an important, two-part conversation on the work of California funders and partners to protect and preserve California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal. In part two, we will look more deeply at the work of community partners in Southern California, and discuss what grantees and partners might expect in the next 3-12 months. Attendees will also … Continue reading Protecting & Preserving Medi-Cal: Looking Ahead – What Comes Next and What’s Ahead

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Binational Migration Funder Collaborative June Meeting

At this meeting of the Binational Migration Funder Collaborative, we 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. … Continue reading Binational Migration Funder Collaborative June Meeting

Organized by: SoCal Grantmakers

Join SoCal Grantmakers for an important, two-part conversation on the work of California funders and partners to protect and preserve California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal. In part one, attendees will have the opportunity to hear from national partner Grantmakers In Health and from statewide foundations who have been engaged in policy advocacy at the state and … Continue reading Protecting & Preserving Medi-Cal: Federal Context and Philanthropy’s Response