League of California Community Foundations

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East Bay Community Foundation is hiring a dynamic and mission-driven Program Director to join our Oakland-based team. The ideal candidate will have insight into the East Bay non-profit landscape, systems change strategies, and a comprehensive economic justice lens. If you have philanthropic expertise, and a keen and generative problem solving ability, apply today! See the full job description here and help us spread the word: https://lnkd.in/gn4_ghXF

Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation (TTCF) was honored to host Secretary Tomiquia Moss, the California Secretary of Business, Consumer Services, and Housing Agency, Sasha Wisotsky Kergan, Deputy Secretary of Housing and Consumer Relations, and Anastasia Carney, Deputy Secretary of External Affairs, last week. They came to learn about Tahoe-Truckee’s regional housing and forest-to-housing efforts as part of a greater, statewide effort hosted by the League of California Community Foundations. They came ready to listen, learn, and identify solutions that could be replicated across California. Day One focused on workforce housing and the Mountain Housing Council Legacy Partner Gathering. This dynamic conversation walked the Secretary through Tahoe Truckee’s full housing landscape, from rural homelessness to workforce housing gaps and rising fire insurance costs to where State policy can leave mountain communities behind. TTCF’s Kristina Kind presented data on our regional housing needs and the impact of the Mountain Housing Council from 2017-2023, including 29 partners engaged, 770 units facilitated, $80 million+ invested in the region, 15 programs launched, and 3 social enterprises created. Local leaders masterfully articulated our complex needs, demonstrated our community's ingenuity and resilience, and provided precise and actionable insights into how California can use Tahoe Truckee as a pilot for other rural communities. “What impresses me most is the collaborative mechanism of the Mountain Housing Council. I would love to see this model replicated in other communities,” Secretary Moss shared. TTCF had the same idea and has been developing a Mountain Housing Council playbook adaptable to other communities. On Day Two, we made the turn the intersection of forest and housing. "The Secretary and her team were eager to talk about the nuances of our local housing work and multi-sector collaboration, as well as the forest-to-housing portfolio we have been building for years at TTCF. They were already knowledgeable about the possibilities that can be unlocked when forested communities look at the forest health crisis as an opportunity for housing, workforce, and local economies," Stacy Caldwell, CFRE, TTCF CEO, shared. Stayed tuned for Day Two of the housing tour! Thank you to all our partners in this housing work: Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, Nevada County, CA, Town Of Truckee, Placer County, Tahoe Housing Hub, Sierra Community House, Related California , and Tahoe Workforce Housing Agency. This visit was hosted by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation (TTCF) and the League of California Community Foundations as part of a series to spotlight the unique needs and scalable housing solutions across the state. #housing #ruralhousing #homelessness #california #tahoe #truckee #biomass #foresthealth #housingcrisis #affordablehousing #systemschange #mountainhousing #mountainhousingcouncil #forestfutures

Vice President of Philanthropy Opportunity // Pasadena Community Foundation is pleased to be working with Blair Search Partners to find a VP of Philanthropy to join the team. For over 70 years, PCF has served the greater Pasadena area by building strong relationships with donors, offering exceptional stewardship of entrusted funds, and connecting donors to meaningful causes that enrich the community. With nearly $260 million in assets under management, of which over half are endowed, PCF provides diverse giving options and robust support for local nonprofits. As a member of the senior leadership team, the VP of Philanthropy will manage PCF’s fundraising and external engagement strategy to ensure long-term financial sustainability and mission impact. Salary: $175,000 - $200,000 DOE Location: Pasadena, CA Apply today! --> http://bit.ly/3GBL0qF #hiring #nonprofitjobs #pasadenajobs #foundationjobs

We're Hiring! The Rancho Santa Fe Foundation is excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as Director of Growth & Strategy. This is a key leadership role focused on expanding our impact and deepening our commitment to community. If you're a strategic and innovative thinker with a passion for philanthropy and relationship-building, we’d love to hear from you. 📩 Learn more, apply today, or help us spread the word by sharing with your network. #Hiring #LeadershipOpportunity #BusinessDevelopment #RSFFoundation #DirectorOfStrategy #NowHiring #RanchoSantaFeFoundation #SanDiegojobs #CommunityFoundation #RanchoSantaFe #RelationshipManagement #FundDevelopment

We're hiring a Director of Grantmaking! Join the Santa Barbara Foundation as we build a more resilient, inclusive, and empathetic Santa Barbara County. Help lead a grantmaking strategy that reflects our support for our vital nonprofit sector and our commitment to creating a thriving community for all: https://lnkd.in/gdsdCSSp

Looking for ways to support flood relief in central Texas? Here are response funds and resources from Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country and Center for Disaster Philanthropy. Check back for regular updates as more information and opportunities to support long-term recovery become available. https://hubs.ly/Q03wcc2J0

In California, nonprofit organizations employ a substantial portion of the state's workforce. Specifically, nonprofits account for 9.6% of the total workforce in California. This translates to roughly 1.7 million employees working in the nonprofit sector within the state, ranking as the 4th largest by number of jobs.  The nonprofit sector's total wages (subject to unemployment insurance) are substantial, reaching $32 billion. In addition to paid employees, California's nonprofits rely heavily on volunteers, contributing an estimated $16.6 billion in unpaid labor annually. 

Marking six months since the Eaton Fire devasted Altadena, CCF President & CEO Miguel Santana stood with survivors and community leaders to honor their resilience—and to call for continued investment in long-term recovery. The response has now entered its most challenging phase. It is no longer about immediate relief, but about rebuilding homes and infrastructure, preventing displacement, restoring livelihoods, and supporting the mental health of those impacted. This stage must lead to meaningful, measurable progress for the communities most affected.

Six months ago, our community was forever changed by the Eaton Fire. The losses we experienced—of homes, nature, and peace—left deep scars. We still grieve, and we still remember. As a community, we have also witnessed extraordinary resilience. Neighbors opened their doors, strangers became friends, and the strength of Pasadena, Altadena, and Sierra Madre was showcased in countless acts of kindness and courage. At Pasadena Community Foundation, we’ve been honored to support recovery efforts and amplify the generosity of donors who stepped up without hesitation. Together, we’re helping rebuild not only structures, but the spirit of community. To those still healing: we see you, and we stand with you. 💙 #EatonFireRecovery #CommunityMatters #DenaStrong