SoCal Grantmakers

⭐Sharing on behalf of SoCal Grantmakers⭐ Paving Pathways for Democracy Funding: Arts and Media, Catalysts for Social Change Join this virtual event to explore how arts and media are deeply intertwined with personal and political expression. Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:00 – 11:15am https://lnkd.in/gQPAwbMX About the event: The ability to express and see one’s self through art and media parallels the desire for democratic representation, equity, and freedom. Today, with the ease of globally shareable content and the ability to collaborate across regions and platforms, creative expression has tremendous power to create and inspire change. Join us for an enlightening conversation that delves into the pivotal role of art and media in sustaining and enhancing democratic societies. Our speakers will explore the reciprocal dynamic between arts and policy, and how relationship-building is crucial to both democracy and creative outlets. This session will also elevate how philanthropy can provide support for artists, local media outlets, and communities to encourage critical thinking, diverse voices, and an engaged public. #journalism #art #media #democracy #equity #freedom

📣 Fire Response & Action | The Boyles Fire in Lake County has destroyed dozens of homes, leaving many older & uninsured residents without the resources to recover. This disaster will likely not reach the threshold for a state or federal disaster declaration, limiting the public resources that will flow into this community in the coming months & years. The newly launched Lake County Community Foundation is accepting donations for its Emergent Needs Fund. The League of California Community Foundations is providing resources and support as the Community Foundation responds to the first disaster in their service area since its formation. ➡️ Funders looking to #support the new Lake County Community Foundation directly can give to their vetted Emergent Needs fund here: https://lnkd.in/gANBDs6H ➡️ Funders wishing to support the League's work bolstering the #capacity of new and established community foundations can give to their vetted Relief, Recovery, and Resilience Fund here: https://lnkd.in/gVrrr3NJ ➡️ To view all Philanthropy CA #vetted active disaster response & recovery funds you can visit: https://lnkd.in/gYiW5mRQ Philanthropy California is an initiative of Northern California Grantmakers, Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties, & SoCal Grantmakers

We are returning with another #ArtistHighlight this week! Each year, SCG's Knowledge & Communications team partners with illustrators to create art reflecting important themes in the philanthropic sector. This year, SCG has partnered with artists to create works reflecting Gender Justice, LGBTQ+ Rights, Health & Wellness, and Disability Justice. Today, we are excited to highlight an illustration from artist Jasmine Yee. An artist by day and a nurse by night, Jasmine Yee is a Chinese-American digital illustrator whose work focuses on human-centered design and collective healing. Jasmine hopes that her art can inspire others to see the beauty in diversity and spark dialogue in her community. Jasmine's featured artwork depicts four people embracing and smiling in front of a vibrant background with the sun, scattered clouds, and flowers. Alongside the art is the message "We Are All Interconnected," emphasizing that our lives are tied to the people around us, and taking care of one another is essential to create meaningful social impact. The systemic issues that affect our communities are all interconnected. In our quest for change, we must not only advocate for our own community, but also stand behind and support the diverse causes that matter to the people around us. By working together, we can build a better future for everyone. Learn more about Jasmine Yee and her work here: https://buff.ly/3TuDxNb #SCGArtistHighlight

We are less than two weeks away from SCG's 2024 Annual Conference, Better Together: Creating A Collective Legacy! Register and get your ticket today: https://buff.ly/3Yq12ue We are pleased to share the next breakout session, "Reimagining Public Safety: Human Trafficking and Large Global Events." Global events in Los Angeles, such as the World Cup and the Olympics, will have drastic regional impacts and will naturally raise the question of how best to protect and support vulnerable individuals. Issues that funders are working on every day, including homelessness and justice reform, intersect in unexpected and important ways with other issues, including human trafficking. Media portrayals of sex and labor trafficking often distort public understanding, perpetuate harmful stereotypes, and even lead to the criminalization of victims. Join us to dispel myths, understand the real impact of these events on vulnerable people, and consider your role as a funder in advancing systemic change on these interrelated issues. Speakers will include: ⭐ Susie Baldwin, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health ⭐ Jenna Bruce, Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking (CAST) ⭐ Kiran Gupta, Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking (CAST) ⭐ Lyresh Magee, Coco Strandz ⭐ Abigail Marquez, City of Los Angeles, Community Investment for Families Department Learn more about our session topics and register today: https://buff.ly/3YJLelW #SCGBetterTogether

🚗 Join TFN's Smart Growth California and SoCal Grantmakers for "Decarbonizing Transportation: Electrification, Clean Rides and the 2028 Olympics" on Sept. 20 at 1:30 p.m. ET / 10:30 a.m. PT. 💙 The gathering will be moderated by TFN's Martha Roskowski! 📢 Connect with leaders working to make the vision of a decarbonized transportation sector in California a reality 👟 🥇 Hear about the Transportation Electrification Partnership and how the upcoming 2028 Olympics could be a catalyst to shift the transportation culture in Los Angeles For more information, click here ⤵ https://bit.ly/47mtQWI

SCG's job board is updated weekly with new opportunities in #philanthropy! Interested in learning more about our sector? We invite you to explore the most recent job postings from our members: https://buff.ly/45Nnb7q The Anthony & Jeanne Pritzker Family Foundation is hiring a Senior Program Officer. The Senior Program Officer engages in the design, implementation and evaluation of strategic initiatives that enhance the foundation’s community impact within the focus areas mentioned above. In addition to internal responsibilities, the Senior Program Officer also plays an important public role, representing the foundation in a range of private and public meetings. The ideal candidate will have experience in developing collaborative partnerships and a demonstrated ability to forge relationships with leaders from philanthropy, community-based organizations and government. The salary for this position is $135,000 - $160,000. The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles is hiring a Grants Management Associate. Under the supervision of the Manager of Grants Administration, the Grants Management Associate position will focus on processing Donor Advised Fund grant recommendations and assisting with The Foundation’s annual discretionary grant-making application process. With annual grant-making exceeding $100 million, the ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced and high volume environment with a keen attention to detail, accuracy, and deadlines. This is a non-exempt, union position. The salary for this position is $60,000 - $65,000. Learn about these opportunities and more on our job board: https://buff.ly/45Nnb7q #NewJobs #SCGJobBoard

Philanthropy California Responds to the Line Fire, Bridge Fire, and Airport Fire Amidst the increasing wildfires in California, Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency and assigned personnel and resources to combat the fires and their impacts. The Line Fire alone has burned over 20,000 acres, forced thousands of evacuations, and caused significant environmental damage. Meanwhile, the Airport Fire and Bridge Fire continue to affect California. Apart from the Philanthropy California Disaster Response page, the Inland Empire Community Foundation has launched its Disaster Relief Fund for San Bernardino and Riverside Counties to support relief and recovery and to build lasting resilience. Contributions can be made to the fund at https://buff.ly/4gqB14f With support from The California Wellness Foundation, the Inland SoCal United Way also activated a fund to help replace lost items, pay for hotel stays, make deposits on new housing, or other fire-related needs. Contributions can be made to the fund at https://buff.ly/3Zh4s2K #PhilanthropyCA #Wildfires #California #Philanthropy

Join SCG on September 26 for our 2024 Annual Conference, Better Together: Creating A Collective Legacy, taking place at the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown! We encourage you to register today: https://buff.ly/3Yq12ue This week, we are excited to share the breakout session "Reimagining Corporate Grantmaking to Support Communities." Aligning grantmaking with business goals can be a powerful way to drive positive social impact while also benefiting a company's bottom line. In this session, corporate philanthropy leaders will discuss how they are aligning their grantmaking efforts with business objectives to increase brand recognition, reputation, sales, and consumer sentiment while simultaneously supporting communities. Our speakers will then lead industry-specific group discussions where corporate funders can share successes and challenges, brainstorm solutions, make new professional connections, and explore opportunities to make an impact. Speakers will include: ⭐ David Ambroz, Amazon ⭐ Corey J. Matthews, JPMorganChase ⭐ Linda N., Microsoft ⭐ Kelsey Orens (she/her), The Walt Disney Company Learn more about our conference sessions and register today: https://buff.ly/3Yq12ue #SCGBetterTogether

California Wildfires Update 🚨 Ongoing wildfire incidents including the Line Fire (San Bernardino County), Bridge Fire (Los Angeles County), and Airport Fire (Orange County) are impacting communities across the state. Funders looking to support response efforts in these regions can refer to our Philanthropy California Disaster Response page for a list of active, vetted funds: https://lnkd.in/gYiW5mRQ About Philanthropy California Philanthropy California is a statewide alliance of Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties, SoCal Grantmakers, and Northern California Grantmakers. Our vetted funding options help you direct resources to funds supporting nonprofits active in place-based relief and recovery efforts, with a special focus on supporting communities facing structural inequities. Some funds also specifically support long-term resilience building & recovery efforts, which provide support for communities recovering in the years after a hazard event. #disasterresponse #philca #californiawildfires #philanthropyca #wheretodonate #linefire #airportfire #bridgefire #boylesfire

Our LGBTQ+ Professionals Network Summer Reception last week was an absolute blast! The SCG staff had a fantastic time at this special gathering we co-hosted in partnership with the David Bohnett Foundation, the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, and the Los Angeles LGBT Center. We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the attendees — both LGBTQ+ identified people and allies — who came together to celebrate the immense contributions of LGBTQ+ professionals in the philanthropic sector. Cheers to you for helping us foster an environment that encourages community. 🎉🎉🎉🎉 To attend events like this one and learn about SCG's diverse programming, visit our event calendar: https://buff.ly/45rzdCr. #LGBTQ #Philanthropy