Events

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

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

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

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

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

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

In this moment of rapid change and uncertainty, many in philanthropy are scrambling to figure out what to do next. While a handful of foundations have taken swift action to support grantees – including significant moves to increase payouts – there isn’t yet a groundswell of coordinated action. Meanwhile, nonprofits are going into strategy-and-survival mode … Continue reading Meeting the Moment: Activate Collective Action (Session 3)

As extreme weather events become more prevalent, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and other federal agencies must play an increasingly crucial role in keeping communities across the country safe, helping them prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Yet, the federal government’s role and resources for disaster-related efforts are in flux, even as … Continue reading Major Changes in Federal Disaster Response: What Funders Need to Know

The Early Childhood Funders Collaborative is reconnecting for the first time since 2023! Join us as we come back together to strengthen our network, explore key funding opportunities, and reflect on insights from the Children First Collective Town Hall in February. This gathering is a chance to reengage with the collaborative, align on priorities, and … Continue reading Early Childhood Funder Collaborative May Meeting