Events

The Trump administration has already had a significant impact on climate adaptation and disaster resilience priorities and funding availability in California. The Federal administration has completely frozen or outright cancelled large funding programs like the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities, and the Community Change Grants Program, and we have recently seen the criminalization of … Continue reading California Funder Briefing – Climate Resilience Under Attack

Power in the Desert is a documentary that lifts up voices from communities impacted by new lithium developments in Argentina, Chile, and California, highlighting some of the dilemmas, challenges, and opportunities in this moment. This virtual event will be the first public release of the full 55-minute documentary. Presenters include: Emiliano Rodriguez Nuesch, Film Director/Producer … Continue reading POWER IN THE DESERT Documentary Film Screening and Discussion

In February, the core planning group for the Arts & Intersections Funder Collaborative came together to set a vision for 2025. In part two of this conversation, we will share the learning agenda and work plan and hone in on a critical next step: developing our funding strategy. Join us to explore opportunities for collaborative … Continue reading Arts & Intersections: Planning and Strategy Session, Part II

With major state and federal tax and budget debates on the horizon, California families and communities, particularly immigrant families and communities, may face significant economic hardship in the years to come. Join fellow California funders for a series of engaging and informative sessions exploring critical budget and tax issues affecting the state, including the impact … Continue reading Tax Equity Series: Session 2

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 1)

The first 100 days of the new presidential administration have set the tone for sweeping policy change — many of which will have direct implications for philanthropy and the communities these organizations serve in California. As executive orders roll out and federal priorities take shape, how can funders proactively engage with the shifting political landscape? … Continue reading 100 Days Funder Briefing

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 Funders Meeting

With major state and federal tax and budget debates on the horizon, California families and communities, particularly immigrant families and communities, may face significant economic hardship in the years to come. Join fellow California funders for a series of engaging and informative sessions exploring critical budget and tax issues affecting the state, including the impact … Continue reading Tax Equity Series: Session 1

In our commitment to advancing racial, social, and economic justice, it is essential that we closely examine the patterns present in grantmaking practices. Gathering and analyzing demographic data about the organizations being funded is one way philanthropy can gain valuable insights and make meaningful strides toward achieving racial equity. With this clear framework in place, … Continue reading Data for Impact: Fueling Accountability in Philanthropy

Imperial County is rich with opportunities for investment, collaboration, and impact, but navigating the funding landscape can be challenging. During this virtual meeting we will discuss the current funding landscape in Imperial, as well as how to best engage with local, state, and national funders supporting work in the county. Don't miss this opportunity to … Continue reading Imperial Valley Funder Collaborative

Philanthropy CA and the Center for Nonprofit Management invite you to a timely discussion on the profound and ongoing impacts of the recent Los Angeles wildfires on the nonprofit sector. New research from the Center for Nonprofit Management highlights the threat of severe impact the wildfires might be having on nonprofits and the essential services they provide. … Continue reading Funder Briefing: How the L.A. Wildfires Are Reshaping the Nonprofit Sector

Join this virtual workshop led by the Center for Nonprofit Management and SoCal Grantmakers to learn how nonprofits can access FEMA & SBA disaster aid. This program will provide an overview of the FEMA Public Assistance (PA) program that non-profits may be eligible for, including the updates on the Small Business Administration (SBA) Program that … Continue reading Accessing Federal Assistance: Workshop for Nonprofits Impacted by the Wildfires