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🚗 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

SCG is excited to announce our reimagined two-day Family Philanthropy Conference, taking place on December 6, 2024 and March 6, 2025! We invite you to register today: https://buff.ly/3AYkLHy Over the last few years, family foundations have engaged in a unique balancing act: adapting creatively and swiftly to an ever-changing world while navigating the internal dynamics present within their families and organizations. Many family funders find themselves increasingly serving as a bridge between many priorities, from succession planning to managing family conflict to strengthening their grantee relationships. SCG's Family Philanthropy Conference, Bridging Possibilities, will explore how family foundations today are modeling effective collaboration as they bring together different perspectives and strategies to find common ground and move our collective work forward. Our incredible lineup of family philanthropy leaders and partners will host a series of family-focused conversations grounded in deepening our relationships, commitments, and investments to be catalysts for change. This year, SCG has reimagined this year's signature family convening to become a two-day event, now taking place on December 6, 2024, and March 6, 2025. We believe these new dates will better align with our member's schedules and create more opportunities for our community to learn, connect, and build together. We highly encourage members to attend both days, but note that attending Day 1 is not a prerequisite for attending Day 2. Register for SCG's Family Philanthropy Conference: https://buff.ly/3AYkLHy #SCGBridgingPossibilities

SCG is hiring! 💫 Are you interested in working in #philanthropy? SCG is seeking applications for two new positions! Learn more about these opportunities below: SCG's Membership & Sustainability Team is seeking a Coordinator, Membership. The Coordinator, Membership is instrumental in cultivating relationships with our members, deepening their engagement, managing membership renewal campaigns, and optimizing our processes for continued success. The Coordinator, Membership is responsible for leading and executing the annual membership renewal campaign, including directly establishing and maintaining ongoing relationships to renew members, and supporting and activating other staff to renew key strategic members. The Coordinator, Membership is also responsible for the ongoing forecasting and tracking of renewal rates, and for continually improving renewal processes and systems. SCG is seeking a VPAN Compliance Manager to continue expanding support services for military veterans and their families through the Veteran Peer Access Network (VPAN). This collaborative public-private partnership has been instrumental in implementing vital services for veterans. After four successful years, the leadership of VPAN will transition to the Los Angeles County (LAC) Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA). SCG is now seeking a Program Analyst to join our dedicated team and further this impactful initiative. The primary function of this role is to monitor contracts for peer-to-peer support services provided to insured and uninsured military veterans and their families. Responsibilities include overseeing up to five Community-Based Organization (CBO) contracts, training provider contracts, and analyzing data to ensure services meet the requirements and quality standards set by the Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (LAC DMVA). Learn more about these positions on our job board: https://buff.ly/45Nnb7q #NewJobs #SCGJobBoard

SCG's 2024 Annual Conference, Better Together: Creating A Collective Legacy will take place on September 26, 2024 at the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown! Today, we're highlighting the breakout session "Unlocking Capital: Demystifying Impact Investing for Foundations." Foundations have a powerful yet often underutilized tool at their disposal: impact investing. This session will introduce philanthropic professionals to impact investing by exploring the different tools available to foundations, including loans, equity investments, and guarantees. Using real-world examples and case studies, attendees will learn how to leverage different impact investing strategies to help unlock capital, reduce risks, and support high-impact projects. Our session speakers will also help participants introduce impact investing strategies to their foundations and implement them into their organization’s programmatic efforts. Speakers will include: ⭐ Melanie Audette, Mission Investors Exchange ⭐ Rosa Benitez, Weingart Foundation ⭐ Kevin Schuster, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Learn more about SCG's 2024 Annual Conference and register today: https://buff.ly/3Yq12ue #SCGBetterTogether

Funders: How can accountability shape organizational culture and spark new, more equity-centered partnerships and giving practices? Learn more in this upcoming event hosted by SoCal Grantmakers featuring Alicia Lara, MPH of Community Partners, London Jones of Social Good Solutions, and Sequoia Thompson of SoCal Grantmakers. Together, the panelists will explore how building a culture of accountability can help strengthen, reimagine, and transform our giving. This virtual event takes place on Sept. 11 and is open to members of SoCal Grantmakers, Northern California Grantmakers, and Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties. Details and registration: https://lnkd.in/gYJRkzf7 Community Partners and our leadership team are proud to take part in learning events like this. As a fiscal sponsor and philanthropic intermediary, we help funders and practitioners collaborate in ways that advance both equity and impact. #SCGEvents #nonprofits #impact #CommunityPartners #accountability #philanthropy #organizationalculture