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Join community, philanthropic, and public sector changemakers in a discussion about the racial and economic justice opportunities in East Contra Costa County and a community-centered philanthropic collaborative activating leadership development, narrative change, and public and philanthropic investment in the region.
Join Oakland Thrives, The San Francisco Foundation, East Bay Community Foundation, and Northern California Grantmakers for a site visit in the 40x40 neighborhood on November 1st to learn about the visionary work of Rise East. This half-day event includes transportation through the neighborhood, lunch in Liberation Park, and stops at key sites.
Imagine an East Oakland where Black children and families are not only surviving but flourishing. In this vibrant and inclusive community, every individual can reach their full potential and contribute to the greater good. RiseEast is a 10-year collective effort to make deep and lasting improvements in the well- being of Black children and families in East Oakland, with initiatives that are direct reflections of the hopes and needs of the people who live here.
Join us for an important virtual panel discussion on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm PST / 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm EST. We'll explore valuable lessons from recent place-based, community-led initiatives and their implications for future efforts. Moderated by: Brandi Howard, President & CEO, East Bay Community Foundation. Panelists Include: Tonya Allen, President, McKnight Foundation Fred Blackwell, CEO, San Francisco Foundation Dr. Tony Iton, Formerly of The California Endowment Garland Yates, Formerly of The Annie E. Casey Foundation Please note: You must log in to Zoom to join the discussion.
Data has proven to be a vital ingredient in furthering racial and economic equity in the Bay Area. However, not all local organizations have the capacity to leverage data-driven insights and tools to drive solutions forward and achieve equitable outcomes.
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Community Based Organizations (CBOs) have responded quickly and nimbly to ensure Black, Indigenous, and other people of color who have been most impacted have access to timely and accurate information in multiple languages, tests and vaccines, food, internet, and so much more. These organizations are essential partners, trusted by the people they serve, who have taken on public health work that often goes beyond their core missions and programming because their communities need it.
Investing in community-led real estate infrastructure is a powerful strategy that promotes the security of place, creates affordability, builds wealth, and supports Black and Brown leadership of community real estate development.