The Community Foundation is committed to improving the lives of all who live, work and love across our County. Through a robust grants and scholarship program the Foundation awards $3-5million each year in support of local needs and services. The Community Foundation is conducting a search for the Director of Grants and Program position. Position… Read more about The Community Foundation of San Luis Obispo is Seeking a Grants & Program Officer
The League of California Community Foundations is taking an oppose position on bill AB 1712
The League of California Community Foundations is taking an oppose position on bill AB 1712 (Wicks) also known as the DAF bill. With a bill that holds the potential for such harm to community philanthropy, we believe all of us should hit pause, step outside the pressure of the legislative timetable and bring together the… Read more about The League of California Community Foundations is taking an oppose position on bill AB 1712
League of California Community Foundations – CEO Search
The League of California Community Foundations is seeking a Chief Executive Officer. The ideal candidate will have an outgoing personality with excellent communication skills; ability to work independently and remotely; experience in membership based organizations and community foundations are desired but not required. To see the full job description including instructions on how to apply,… Read more about League of California Community Foundations – CEO Search
Women’s Center High Desert – Ridgecrest Strong – Identifying Community Needs
We had an eye-opening conversation with Carol Beecroft, Executive Director of Women’s Center High Desert (WCHD), the only domestic violence and sexual assault shelter in East Kern with a large service area of 2,600 square miles stretching from the desert communities (Ridgecrest, Mojave, Rosamond, California City, Iyokern) to the Kern River Valley area (Lake Isabella,… Read more about Women’s Center High Desert – Ridgecrest Strong – Identifying Community Needs
KERN COUNTY EARTHQUAKE DISASTER RELIEF!
Kern Community Foundation, a trusted 501(c)(3) nonprofit responding to the philanthropic needs of Kern County, including during emergencies, has established the Kern County Earthquake Disaster Relief Fund to address the community’s recovery needs in the aftermath of recent earthquake activity. Please donate in any one of the following ways: – Online by going to www.kernfoundation.org. Click on… Read more about KERN COUNTY EARTHQUAKE DISASTER RELIEF!
Community Foundations Tapped to Take on Critical Role in 2020 Census
The news was announced today by the California Complete Count Office: community foundations will be leading four of the 10 regional hubs designated by the state for the 2020 Census. The hubs—officially known as administrative community-based organizations or ABCOs— were established to help reach hard-to-count populations. As much of 75 percent of California’s population is considered hard to count.
Community Foundations at the Center of New Inland California Coalition
Inland California stretches from Sacramento and Stockton through Fresno, Merced, Bakersfield and the Inland empire. It’s larger than 43 states and, on a February morning in Sacramento, it was the centerpiece of a summit, led by Inland California’s community foundations, that converged on the State Capitol for meetings with legislators and key members of Governor’s Newsom’s staff.
Ventura County Community Foundation Responds to Hill Fire and Woolsey Fire
On the heels of the tragic events in Thousand Oaks, Ventura County now faces additional threats in the form of wildfires that broke out yesterday afternoon.The Hill Fire and Woolsey Fire have already destroyed dozens of homes and continue to spread. Ventura County Community Foundation has set up the Hill Fire/Woolsey Fire Sudden and Urgent Needs Effort Fund as a vehicle to collect the generous donations from our community.