Korean American Community Foundation (KACF)

We are seeking a Communications Associate (Full-Time | Hybrid) to join our team as we grow as a national foundation. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, community-minded communications professional eager to grow and apply their skills in the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors while contributing to impactful, mission-driven work. For this position, we will only be considering candidates who are based in the New York metropolitan area. To learn more and apply, visit: bit.ly/kacfjobs

We were honored to help co-sponsor the first-ever #Chuseok celebration at the White House with the Council of Korean Americans. It was deeply moving to see Korean Americans from across the country gathered on the steps of the White House to celebrate our heritage and how we have enriched the vibrant fabric of American life and society. Sharing our abundance with our community is deeply embedded in Korean culture and traditions, and has been integral to our identity and contributions as Korean Americans. It lies at the heart of KACF’s mission and we look forward to continuing to foster a culture of giving in our community to build a more abundant future for all. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Phil Kim, Grace Choi, Jumee Song, and all of the leadership who worked behind the scenes to make this historic celebration at the White House possible. Photo on the steps by Annette Lee Photography

Thank you for the overwhelming response to our first Giving Summit in Los Angeles! We were thrilled to have a sold-out event and felt deeply grateful to be welcomed by a full house of 200+ Korean Americans and friends from Southern California and beyond. It was truly inspiring to see generations of Korean Americans sharing their stories and diverse perspectives on giving, and to celebrate our small but mighty community as a force for change! Being Korean is pretty cool right now—K-pop, K-dramas, K-food, and K-beauty are making waves around the world. Yet it is the power of 'K-giving' that will keep us connected deeply to our roots, to one another, and to the #KoreanAmerican future that we can build together. As KACF expands nationally to ignite a greater movement of philanthropy by and for our community, we look forward to being a part of your K-giving journey. Stay tuned for more insights and learnings from the Summit! See all photos: givingsummit.org (Photography: John Nyboer | estnyboer.com) A special thanks to our panelists and speakers, Steering Committee, sponsors, and partners who made this Giving Summit possible. Sponsors: Annie E. Casey Foundation, CJ Group, Crankstart, Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund, Thomas Lee & Esther Lee, YS Kim Foundation Affiliate Partner: Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco Community Partners: Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California, Council of Korean Americans, Korean American Coalition - Los Angeles, Korean American Family Services (KFAM), Korean American Federation of Los Angeles (KAFLA), KoreanAmericanStory.org, Korean Resource Center, KYCC (Koreatown Youth and Community Center), SOMANG SOCIETY #KoreanAmerican #KGiving #Philanthropy

#GIVINGSUMMIT2024 in Los Angeles on September 14 is close to selling out! Join us for a day of inspiration and celebration of the transformative power of giving: givingsummit.org. About the Giving Summit™: Through this annual summit, KACF brings together community-minded Korean Americans from across the country, including nonprofit leaders, social impact innovators, and philanthropists. We're thrilled to be taking it beyond New York for the first time as we expand our impact nationally and ignite an even greater philanthropic movement by and for our community. Sponsors: Annie E. Casey Foundation, CJ ENM America, Crankstart, Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund, Thomas Lee & Esther Lee, YS Kim Foundation Affiliate Partner: Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco Community Partners: Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California, Council of Korean Americans, Korean American Coalition - Los Angeles, Korean American Family Services (KFAM), Korean American Federation of Los Angeles (KAFLA), KoreanAmericanStory.org, Korean Resource Center, KYCC (Koreatown Youth and Community Center), SOMANG SOCIETY #KoreanAmerican #KGiving #Philanthropy

In less than 3 weeks: The Giving Summit is coming to Los Angeles for the first time ever! #GIVINGSUMMIT2024 Join us for a day of inspiration and celebration of the transformative power of giving: givingsummit.org. About the Giving Summit™: Through this annual summit, KACF brings together community-minded Korean Americans from across the country, including nonprofit leaders, social impact innovators, and philanthropists. We're thrilled to be taking it beyond New York for the first time as we expand our impact nationally and ignite an even greater philanthropic movement by and for our community! #KoreanAmerican #KGiving #Philanthropy

Are you in New York/New Jersey and interested in making a difference in your community while connecting with other community-minded volunteers? If so, we invite you to apply to participate in our grantmaking process through our Community Grants Committee (CGC)! The CGC assists in reviewing grant proposals, participates in site visits, and provides input to help inform funding recommendations. You will also have a unique opportunity to: ➡️ build a deeper understanding of how KACF is advancing the economic security of the #KoreanAmerican community; ➡️ learn about issues impacting your community and how local organizations are addressing them; and ➡️ join our growing community of philanthropists, volunteers, and advocates! Learn more & apply: bit.ly/kacf-cgc

✅ Are you a nonprofit working with low-income Korean Americans as a target population or within the larger group of constituents you serve? ✅ Does the organization's work address issues of economic insecurity? If so, we invite you to apply for funding: bit.ly/kacfgrants. ⏰REMINDER FOR NONPROFITS BASED IN NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY: The deadline to apply for a Community Grant is next Thursday, August 22!

We're thrilled to be bringing the Giving Summit to Los Angeles on September 14 for the first time ever as we expand our impact nationally and ignite an even greater philanthropic movement by and for our community! Get your tickets now: givingsummit.org. The Giving Summit™ brings together community-minded Korean Americans from across the country, including nonprofit leaders, social impact innovators, and philanthropists. Speakers and agenda to be announced soon. Stay tuned!

📣EXCITING NEWS: The Korean American Community Foundation is thrilled to announce that we have received a one-time, unrestricted grant of $5 million from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott! This transformative gift is a powerful affirmation of trust in our track record and vision. With it, we will accelerate the next chapter of our growth as a national foundation, doing more for our most vulnerable neighbors and bridging connections between Korean Americans across the country and generations to ignite an even greater philanthropic movement by and for our community. Read our full press release: bit.ly/kacf-yieldgiving #KoreanAmerican #Philanthropy #KGiving

How can entrepreneurs integrate culture and philanthropy into their brand strategy? Join us for a conversation on “Bridging Korean Culture with Entrepreneurship & Philanthropy” co-hosted by KACF's Associate Board and The Korea Society: tr.ee/dP65NLtUcc. Hear from three #KoreanAmerican entrepreneursㅡEunice Byun (Material), Melissa Shin Mash (Dagne Dover), and Wonny Lee (ELOREA)ㅡabout how they celebrate their culture and give back to the community through their respective brands. 📅 When: July 11th @ 6:30PM 📍 Where: The Korea Society (350 Madison Avenue)