Marguerite Casey Foundation Welcomes Two New Board Members
Release Date:
09/28/2015
The Marguerite Casey Foundation has welcomed two new members to their board. Help us welcome them to the NCG community!
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California Wellness Foundation Announces New VP of Public Affairs
Release Date:
02/26/2016
In his new position he will oversee the creation of a new Public Affairs Department. This comes after years of executive public relations, marketing and journalism positions.relations, marketing and journalism positions.
Member Spotlight: Jennifer Ratay, Executive Director of Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund
Release Date:
08/15/2016
Jennifer Ratay is the Executive Director of the Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund (SV2). As a part of our Member Spotlight Series, Jen told us about her current favorite reads and guilty pleasures. She may not be alone in these.
Metta Fund Hires New Director of Programs
Release Date:
09/22/2014
NCG member Metta Fund has announced the appointment of Shalini Iyer as their new Director of Programs.
East Bay Community Foundation Welcomes Two New VP's
Release Date:
01/25/2017
The East Bay Community Foundation is excited to announce the hiring of two key leadership positions at EBCF; Alexandra Aquino-Fike and Stacey Manley. Join us in welcoming them to the NCG community!
The Haas, Jr. Fund Welcomes Director for Education Program
Release Date:
12/04/2014
NCG member the the Haas, Jr. Fund has announced the appointment of Theresa Garcia as its Director for the Fund’s Education Equity program.
Community Foundation Santa Cruz County Announces CEO Retirement
Release Date:
11/28/2016
NCG member the Community Foundation Santa Cruz County announced the retirement of its CEO Lance Linares after 22 years of service. Join us in celebrating and honoring his impact over the years!
David Orr Named the David and Lucile Packard Foundation Board Chair
Release Date:
01/18/2018
The David and Lucile Packard Foundation announced David Orr as its new chair of the Board of Trustees. Congratulations David!
03
Oct
2019
Foundation Endowments…Activate!: Aligning Investment Strategy with Social Justice Values
Areas of Focus
October 3, 2019 -
10:00am to 12:00pm
Northern California Grantmakers
In-person attendance for this event is now at capacity. Please join us via webinar by registering on Zoom. Given the scale of social, economic and environmental crises our communities are facing, it is hopeful to see foundations...
The East Bay Community Foundation Announces New VP of Community Investments and Partnerships
Release Date:
10/11/2018
New Hire Joins at Pivotal Time as Foundation Pursues a Social Justice Vision for East Bay Region
15
Jul
2021
Racism and the Economy: Understanding Racial Capitalism | 2021 Foundations of Racial Equity Session 2
July 15, 2021 - 9:30am to July 22, 2021 - 12:00pm
About the Series Anti-Black racism and white supremacy are embedded in philanthropy and in our institutions, often invisible to the majority of us, even as we work with intention towards equity and justice. As change agents within philanthropy, we...
Sobrato Family Foundation Invests $29 Million in Literacy Model
Release Date:
05/25/2017
Last week NCG member the Sobrato Family Foundation celebrated its 20th anniversary by sharing the news of its $29 million investment in the Sobrato Early Academic Language (SEAL) educational model. With a ten-year commitment, the investment will...
02
Aug
2022
Racism and the Economy: Understanding Racial Capitalism | 2022 Foundations of Racial Equity Session 2
August 2, 2022 - 10:00am to August 16, 2022 - 12:00pm
Virtual Series
About the Series Anti-Black racism and white supremacy are embedded in philanthropy and in our institutions, often invisible to the majority of us, even as we work with intention towards equity and justice. As change agents within philanthropy, we...
Member Spotlight: Linda Moll, Business and Grants Manager at the Rosenberg Foundation
Release Date:
09/12/2016
Linda Moll is the Business and Grants Manager at the Rosenberg Foundation and a member of the Mad Hatter's Network. Linda told us a little about herself and asks you to join her our upcoming Mad Hatter's Network program.
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...
Clarifying Purpose: Zellerbach Family Foundation’s Shifts Toward a More Equitable Region
Release Date:
06/30/2022
We’ve learned at ZFF that legacy is not synonymous with complacency. Rather than working in conflict with our history, the changes we’ve made have clarified our purpose , offered opportunities to deepen our impact , and introduced new...
21
Oct
2021
Grantmaking with a Racial Equity Lens | 2021 Foundations of Racial Equity Session 5
October 21, 2021 - 9:30am to October 26, 2021 - 12:30pm
About the Series Anti-Black racism and white supremacy are embedded in philanthropy and in our institutions, often invisible to the majority of us, even as we work with intention towards equity and justice. As change agents within philanthropy, we...
Building Diversity: A Survey of California Foundation Demographics, Policies and Practices
Publication date:
06/2009
In the fall of 2007, Northern California Grantmakers (in partnership with Southern California Grantmakers and San Diego Grantmakers) commissioned the Foundation Center to conduct two studies on diversity in philanthropy in California. The first of these studies examined the extent to which grantmaking by large California foundations serves populations of color. Titled Embracing Diversity: Foundation Giving to California’s Communities of Color , this study was released in June 2008. The present study reports findings from a survey that collected baseline data from 115 California foundations on...
Four Foundations Launch New Course for Grantees on Understanding Advocacy and Lobbying Laws
Release Date:
05/23/2018
The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, David & Lucile Packard Foundation, and the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation have announced the launch of a new online course to help grantees...
What Artists Say: A Study of The McKnight Foundation Supported Artists
Publication date:
09/2013
A 2013 study commissioned by The McKnight Foundation to learn more about the structure and dynamics of Minnesota’s artist ecosystem.