Community Vision CA

Back in 2016, we proudly provided an acquisition loan to support Planting Justice, an agricultural nonprofit, in purchasing their East Oakland nursery. Today, their incredible work continues to flourish. In a beautiful new chapter, Planting Justice purchased an old nursery in El Sobrante. With the transformation of this property, the organization is meeting community needs through a weekly farmers market (with vendors being charged no fees to participate) and the creation of "The Good Table" – a community-centered space featuring a pay-what-you-can café, a garden, and more. Their mission extends beyond just growing food, as they provide living-wage jobs and empower formerly incarcerated individuals. Read the rest of the story: https://lnkd.in/gnFHND3h #PlantingJustice #HealthyCommunities #SustainableAgriculture #SocialGood #FoodJustice #CommunityOwnership #CommunityVision

The call for speakers is now open for the Social Purpose Real Estate (SPRE) Summit 2025! With approximately 350+ attendees, the SPRE Summit will be an opportunity for community space operators, philanthropic leaders, social justice advocates, CDFIs, lenders, government leaders, real estate development professionals and more to connect, collaborate, and learn. During sessions, roundtables, and plenaries, we will explore how to create and operate community spaces for the common good, how real estate can be an effective tool for shifting power, and what’s next for community development, investment, and impact. The SPRE Summit 2025 will feature 30+ sessions on a range of themes. The call for speakers is open for SPRE leaders to submit a proposal to help shape the conversation around community spaces, provide thought leadership, and support the social purpose real estate movement throughout North America. 🗓️ Deadline for proposals: November 8, 2024 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g4jUAEDc #CommunityVision #CommunityOwnership #CommunityEmpowerment #SocialPurposeRealEstate #SPRESummmit

Yesterday, Community Vision CA held our all-staff BBQ at the beautiful Shorebird Park Nature Center & Adventure Playground. What a great way to relax and reconnect with fellow teammates. There was great food, good conversation, games, and a beautiful view of the San Francisco Bay. The day ended with a team "paint by numbers" art exhibit, which was the icing on the cake! What does your team do to relax and reconnect? #TeamEngagment #CultureBuilding #RelaxReconnect

Community Vision celebrates Nate Schaffran's recent appointment as the inaugural Executive Director of the California Coalition for Community Investment (CCCI). In this part-time role, Nate will continue with Community Vision CA as Director of Impact and Learning. We are excited about this collaborative opportunity that strengthens our collective impact within the CDFI sector. #CollectiveImpact #Leadership #CDFI #CaliforniaCommunities #CCCI #CommunityVison

Community Vision is searching for a senior leader to join the Executive Team as the Vice President of Strategic Initiatives. This creative, innovative strategist will lead the consulting team, and will design and implement programs and collaborations to further Community Vision's mission and objectives. Learn more and apply: https://the360group.us/CV_VPSI_PD.pdf #CommunityVision #CommunityOwnership #CommunityEmpowerment #SocialPurposeRealEstate

Community Vision is searching for a senior leader to join its Executive Team as the Vice President of Strategic Initiatives. This creative, innovative strategist will lead the consulting team, and will design and implement programs and collaborations to further Community Vision's mission and objectives. Learn more and apply: https://the360group.us/CV_VPSI_PD.pdf #CommunityVision #CommunityOwnership #CommunityEmpowerment #SocialPurposeRealEstate

Join us for the final session of Real Estate Readiness, our free webinar series for community organizations embarking on facility projects! This session dives into what it takes to put your organization on the path to buying a building. Together, we’ll review: 🏠 How to get ready to buy 📅 The real estate development process and timeline 💸 Financing options and strategies ⚖️ Legal structures for shared ownership 👥 Best practices for assembling your development and governance teams 🔧 Asset management and responsibilities of ownership This series is ideal for executive directors, senior managers, and board members who are looking for real estate solutions for their organization. We encourage executive directors and board chairs to attend together. 📅 Register now: https://buff.ly/3Y1ffKM #CommunityVision #CommunityOwnership #CommunityEmpowerment #SocialPurposeRealEstate

Are you a community-based real estate entity in the Central Valley? Applications are now open for our next California Community-Owned Real Estate (CalCORE) cohort! CalCORE’s fourth cohort will support community developers working to stabilize and catalyze commercial corridors. Launched by Community Vision and @ Genesis LA, CalCORE is a multi-year, state-wide initiative that empowers communities of color to advance local ownership of social purpose real estate. Participants will learn the skills needed to be owners, landlords, and real estate advisors, gaining the expertise to acquire their first projects or be well on the path to doing so. By the program's end, participants will have a comprehensive toolkit to train the next generation of emerging business leaders in their neighborhoods on real estate readiness. Apply by August 22, 2024 at 11PM PST. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3AxBs9y #CommunityVision #CommunityOwnership #CommunityEmpowerment #SocialPurposeRealEstate #CalCORE4 #CentralValley

We are excited to have recently closed a $2.3 million loan to Shadetree, an artist live/work project in Oakland that has existed for over 40 years. This financing will help Shadetree refinance their initial acquisition loans and access more affordable government financing, ensuring the project continues as a vital and affordable space for artists. In 2016, Shadetree residents, with support from the Bay Area Community Land Trust, purchased the building from the owner, keeping their artistic community intact. Over the last several years, the resident owners have worked to resolve numerous zoning, code compliance, and deferred maintenance issues, while knowing they also needed to retire the initial financing. Our team partnered with Shadetree to navigate their unique ownership structure in refinancing these loans. We’re excited for this next chapter of #CommunityOwnership. Congratulations Shadetree! #CommunityVision #CommunityOwnership #CommunityEmpowerment #SocialPurposeRealEstate

📢 We’re #Hiring: Director of Development Community Vision is seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Development to join our dedicated team. As a key strategist, you will lead and implement comprehensive fundraising and capitalization strategies to advance our mission. You’ll work closely with executive leadership, manage a dynamic team, and drive our fundraising goals to new heights. Join us in advancing racial and economic equity. Learn more and apply: https://buff.ly/3ynAS0k #CommunityVision #CommunityOwnership #CommunityEmpowerment #SocialPurposeRealEstate