On October 6th, 2022, 18 climate-oriented funders gathered at the Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center on a cloudy and cool day in San Diego to… Read More »
Opportunities for Philanthropic Investment: Federal & State Funding
Funders active in Smart Growth California workgroups have discussed the unique role that philanthropy can play in supporting the equitable implementation of federal and state… Read More »
#TFN2022: San Diego, California
Thanks to everyone who made TFN’s Annual Conference in San Diego a success! Check out 10 conference highlights in our latest post. Read More »#TFN2022: San Diego, California
#TFN2022 California Highlights
Join funders from across North America for TFN’s 2022 Annual Conference in San Diego to expand our learning, foster collaboration and catalyze action. See these #TFN2022 CA highlights below. Read More »#TFN2022 California Highlights
2021: A YEAR OF ADAPTATION
2021 has been a year of adaptation as funders continue to assess the ever-changing landscape affecting their work. Check out our latest blog on Smart Growth California’s 2021 accomplishments and highlights. Read More »2021: A YEAR OF ADAPTATION
2022 PLACES Fellowship
Calling all California Funders! Smart Growth California invites you to apply for the 2022 PLACES Fellowship. Read More »2022 PLACES Fellowship
‘A Force of Nature’: Remembering former TFN Board Chair Arlene Rodriguez
We’re deeply saddened to share that one of the key funders who launched Smart Growth California back in 2009, Arlene Rodriguez, passed away. We invite you to read more about Arlene’s legacy through some of her colleagues. Read More »‘A Force of Nature’: Remembering former TFN Board Chair Arlene Rodriguez
TFN 2022 Annual Conference: Call for Proposals!
TFN invites you to submit a session proposal for their 2022 Annual Conference: Seize the Moment, which brings together funders from across North America to deepen learning, foster collaboration and catalyze action. Read More »TFN 2022 Annual Conference: Call for Proposals!
New TFN Report! Community Foundations: Drivers of Inclusive and Meaningful Local Change
Check out TFN’s blog on how community foundation programs, including the Community Foundation Water Initiative, help broaden expertise, grow peer networks, deepen local connections and build community power. Read More »New TFN Report! Community Foundations: Drivers of Inclusive and Meaningful Local Change
Workgroup Network Gathering Highlights
Smart Growth California started off 2021 with our first ever virtual Workgroup Network Gathering, attended by active funders from our workgroups. We discussed integrating racial equity in our work, and opportunities for leveraging our statewide network. Read More »Workgroup Network Gathering Highlights