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06/2016
When women thrive, our families and communities prosper.
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Policy Insights 2023
April 25, 2023 | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm PST In-Person Event: SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, 1401 K Street, Sacramento, CA
Snapshots in Philanthropy: Women's Foundation of California
Publication date:
02/2011
The Snapshots of Philanthopy are meant to offer a glimpse into the many ways organized philanthropy is making a difference in our community. This snapshot features NCG member The Women's Foundation of California and its Women’s Policy Institute (WPI), a nine-month training fellowship in policy advocacy.
First Look: Restrained Budget Proposal Reflects Uncertainty About Federal Commitments and Economic Conditions
Publication date:
02/2017
On January 10, Governor Jerry Brown released a proposed 2017-18 budget that reflects both deep uncertainty about looming federal actions and a tempered economic and fiscal outlook for the state. The Governor forecasts revenues that are $5.8 billion lower — over a three-year period — than previously projected and proposes taking steps to address a $1.6 billion projected shortfall for 2017-18. (This gap would be even larger but for the Administration’s assumption that some state General Fund costs will decrease in 2017-18. For example, the Governor proposes to change how the state and counties...
Voter’s Choice Act: Big Changes Ahead for California Elections | 2/21/2018
Publication date:
02/2018
Our featured speakers discussed the impetus for the new law, how it might affect underrepresented communities, and how election offices, community organizations, and others are working together to prepare voters for the change. They also discussed the funding landscape and opportunities to start planning for statewide rollout in 2020.
01
Jun
2017
Using Data to Increase Access and Equity in Arts Education: A Funders Briefing on the California Arts Education Data Project
Areas of Focus
June 1, 2017 -
8:00pm to 9:15pm
Webinar
Philanthropy California (Northern California Grantmakers, San Diego Grantmakers and Southern California Grantmakers) invite you to participate in an interactive webinar exploring the powerful role of new statewide data in increasing equity and...
13
Jul
2021
United We Stand: Creating an Inclusive California through a Robust Movement Building Ecosystem
Areas of Focus
July 13, 2021 -
11:00am to 12:30pm
A California that allows all residents to reach their full potential requires both a focus on racial equity, inclusion, and justice, and a commitment to challenging the systemic issues that permeate our society and government, even in this great...
19
Dec
2019
Ending Excessive Sentencing & Punishments in California | California Criminal Justice Funders Group
Areas of Focus
December 19, 2019 -
10:00am to 12:00pm
Webinar
This webinar is presented by the California Criminal Justice Funders Group. Earlier this year, Governor Newsom declared a moratorium on all executions in California. In the wake of this decision, a new statewide coalition was...
24
Oct
2017
Northern California Fires Funder Briefing
Areas of Focus
October 24, 2017 -
10:30am to 11:30am
Join by Phone
NCG is holding calls to update funders on the fire response, opportunities for support, and emergent issues. Join us each Tuesday from 10:30-11:30 AM PST. We're tapping expertise from peer networks to learn from those who've gone before, meet the...
12
May
2015
Mapping the Landscape of California Legal Services
May 12, 2015 -
10:00am to 11:30am
Farella, Braun + Martel
Join the Legal Services Funders Network (LSFN) as Julia Wilson, Executive Director of OneJustice, sheds light on where and how legal services organizations attempt to meet the needs of individuals and communities throughout California.
27
Jun
2018
Where Are the Children? Family Separation Becomes U.S. Immigration Enforcement Policy
Areas of Focus
June 27, 2018 -
10:00am to 11:30am
Since October 2017, the U.S. government has forcibly separated at least 2,400 children—including hundreds who are under four years old—from their parents as they arrive on our southern border seeking refuge. Attorneys and other humanitarian aid...
Women’s Foundation of California Welcomes New Chief Development Officer
Release Date:
10/05/2017
NCG member the Women's Foundation of California recently announced the hiring of Rozella "Rozie" Kennedy as its new Chief Development Officer. Welcome to the community Rozie!
09
Apr
2020
COVID-19 School Closures in California: How Philanthropy Can Help Now
Areas of Focus
April 9, 2020 -
11:00am to 12:00pm
Webinar
Schools closed a few weeks back, forcing teachers, districts, caregivers, and the department of education to scramble to find immediate solutions. There are immediate needs no longer being met because of school closures, like nutrition, physical...
04
May
2021
Belly of the Beast Film Screening and Discussion about Forced Sterilizations in California’s Women’s Prisons
May 4, 2021 -
2:00pm to 3:30pm
Between 2006-2010, 144 people were sterilized without consent in California’s women’s prisons. This atrocious human rights abuse was kept secret from the survivors and the public. Forced sterilizations are part of the long legacy of eugenics,...
Building a Win on Equity: Philanthropy’s Investment in Equitable Recovery Can Help California Govern for All
Release Date:
02/24/2022
This is a governance moment. We can master governing for all people by bringing a racial equity consciousness to every aspect of how government does business. We have an unprecedented opportunity to strengthen our democracy by...
11
Aug
2016
What’s next for California? The Immigration Agenda after the Supreme Court Decision
August 11, 2016 -
10:00am to 12:00pm
The San Francisco Foundation
Please join us to learn the latest on the Supreme Court ruling and its impact in the state of California, and to explore how philanthropy in California can strengthen and support the immigrant community. Informal networking lunch will follow the...
05
Feb
2015
Inspiring Action to Advance Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
February 5, 2015 -
9:30am to 11:30am
Northern California Grantmakers
Join us for an interactive training session on how to communicate effectively and motivate others to take action that helps advance Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in philanthropy.
California Criminal Justice Funders Group Member Spotlight: The San Francisco Foundation
Release Date:
12/02/2019
The San Francisco Foundation (SFF) is committed to ensuring that all people in the Bay Area are economically secure, rooted in vibrant communities and civically engaged. We envision a Bay Area where everyone is able to make ends meet and plan for...
It’s Time to Standardize Demographic Data to Advance Equity
Release Date:
01/19/2023
In an age of big data, it’s clear that we need an efficient way for nonprofits to share the demographic data funders seek in an accessible and reusable format. If we want true progress toward building an equitable future, we need not only a sense of...