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Why We've Stopped Saying 'Natural Disaster': Taking Action

Headshot of the blog author, Alan Kwok
Release Date: 
08/29/2019
There’s nothing natural about the suffering that follows disasters because it doesn’t have to be that way. Philanthropy can proactively invest in hazard mitigation and preparedness efforts to lessen the impacts of disasters.
24 Jun 2020

Impact Investing: An Impact Investing Journey to address California’s Housing Crisis

Areas of Focus 
Regional Vibrancy and Sustainability
June 24, 2020 -
11:00am to 12:30pm
Webinar
More than half of all people experiencing unsheltered homelessness (108,000 individuals) in our country live in California. And, in the wake of our current pandemic, that number is bound to grow. With such staggering numbers, we are quickly...
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Briefing Webinar
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Impact Investing
Geographic Location 
Statewide
Areas of Focus 
Regional Vibrancy and Sustainability
09 Sep 2020

Expert Insights: Integrated Capital Approaches to Racial Equity

Areas of Focus 
Equity and Social Justice
September 9, 2020 -
10:00am to 11:30am
Zoom Webinar
In recent years funders have been increasingly coordinating the use of different forms of financial capital and non-financial resources to support enterprises and initiatives working to solve complex social and/or environmental problems, called...
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Briefing Webinar
Topic(s) 
Innovation
Geographic Location 
SF Bay Area
Areas of Focus 
Equity and Social Justice
07 Oct 2020

Reimagining Safety: Community-Driven Solutions to Gun Violence

Areas of Focus 
Equity and Social Justice
Regional Vibrancy and Sustainability
October 7, 2020 -
2:00pm to 3:30pm
Zoom Webinar
The onset of the coronavirus pandemic and tensions over police violence following the death of George Floyd has brought a new chapter to America’s gun violence crisis. States recorded a historically high surge in firearm purchases amid the pandemic...
17 Feb 2021

CCJFG: Closing DJJ the Right Way | Part 2

Areas of Focus 
Equity and Social Justice
Leadership, Culture and Community
February 17, 2021 -
3:00pm to 4:30pm
Closing DJJ the Right Way, 2 Part Webinar Series In September 2020, Governor Newsom signed SB 823, a historic bill that will lead to the closure of California’s Division of Juvenile Justice. The legislature is currently working on...
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Briefing Webinar
Topic(s) 
Legal
Funding Area 
Populations & Communities
Geographic Location 
SF Bay Area
Areas of Focus 
Equity and Social Justice
Leadership, Culture and Community
28 Oct 2021

Workforce Innovations for an Equitable Recovery

Areas of Focus 
Equity and Social Justice
Public Policy
Regional Vibrancy and Sustainability
October 28, 2021 -
11:00am to 12:00pm
Zoom Webinar
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will be felt by communities for years. The subsequent economic downturn had a disproportionate impact on communities of color and frontline, essential workers. As we continue to battle the pandemic and plan for...

Silicon Valley Nonprofit Space and Facilities Report | Nonprofit Displacement Project

The Bay Area economic boom is having dramatic, tectonic effects: deepening income and opportunity disparities are placing nonprofit and arts institutions at higher risk for displacement, further threatening to undermine the unique, vibrant character and culture that have been the legacy of our region for generations. While the real estate boom generates revenue and opportunity for the Bay Area, it places additional stress on nonprofits and the communities they serve who are struggling to remain in their neighborhoods. The kind of pressure the housing crunch is putting on individuals, is also...

Resources for California for All: What’s in Governor Newsom’s First Proposed Budget?

Just three days into office, Governor Newsom offered a bold vision for the state rooted in a commitment to a “California for all." In his proposed 2019-2020 budget, the Governor calls for a series of bold and smart investments intended to broaden economic security and opportunity for Californians, while continuing to strengthen the state’s underlying fiscal health. With significant expansions in support of low- and middle-income Californians who are struggling to make ends meet and access greater economic opportunity, Governor Newsom has begun to lay the groundwork for significant investments...
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Policy
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Public Policy
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Statewide
19 Apr 2018

End of Life: A Theatrical Exploration of Death, Dying, and Suffering

Areas of Focus 
Equity and Social Justice
Regional Vibrancy and Sustainability
April 19, 2018 -
7:00pm to 9:00pm
The Castro Theatre
End of Life presents readings of Sophocles’ ancient Greek plays to spark a community conversation about death, illness, and the challenges faced by patients, families, caregivers, and medical professionals. This unique, participatory event is...
15 Apr 2020

Disability Matters: How Philanthropy Can Support Disability Healthcare Rights During Coronavirus

Areas of Focus 
Regional Vibrancy and Sustainability
April 15, 2020 -
10:30am to 12:00pm
Webinar
The Coronavirus public health crisis is a moment when we need to be intentional in addressing the needs of disability communities. As funders, there is also the opportunity to be ahead of the curve on disability civil and human rights. In applying...
13 Apr 2021

The Future of California: People, Place, and Power

April 13, 2021 -
5:30pm to 6:30pm
As California and the world are changing, this symposium brings together California state legislators to share their visions of the future of California and the policies to achieve that future. California's large and diverse population needs...
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Briefing Program
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Statewide
13 Dec 2021

Racial Justice in Family Philanthropy Symposium

Areas of Focus 
Equity and Social Justice
Leadership, Culture and Community
December 13, 2021 - 9:00am to December 14, 2021 - 1:30pm
Virtual Sumposium
NCG recently announced a partnership with NCFP. Members can now have access to NCFP's webinars and resources at the member rate. You can learn more about it here . NCFP’s Family Philanthropy Racial Justice Symposium is a two-day...
13 Jun 2022

Liberation: A Festival of Arts & Culture Honoring Juneteenth

Areas of Focus 
Regional Vibrancy and Sustainability
June 13, 2022 (All day) to June 19, 2022 (All day)
Our partners at Southern California Grantmakers are offering this event. Liberation Festival is coming back for the second year! In honor of Juneteenth, SCG is thrilled to once again host this virtual experience showcasing eight...
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Briefing Webinar
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Arts and Culture
Areas of Focus 
Regional Vibrancy and Sustainability

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