November 14, 2017 @ All Day – This full-day program will bring together an array of funders interested in health, the environment, racial and gender equity, climate and energy, water, urban and rural communities, smart growth, and related areas. This event is cohosted by the Climate and Energy Funders Group/CGBD, Environmental Grantmakers Association, Grantmakers In Health, Health and Environmental Funders Network, and […]
Re-Envisioning Water and Transportation Infrastructure: Webinar
November 8, 2017 @ 11:00 am-12:00 pm – This is a learning network from the Funders’ Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities (TFN). The benefits of integrating water and transportation infrastructure are undeniable and many cities are quickly getting on board. In addition to improving pedestrian and bicycle safety, reducing stormwater run-off, and making streets more aesthetically appealing, incorporating green infrastructure elements […]
Webinar: SB 1, California’s New Transportation Funding Bill
October 31, 2017 @ 10:00 am-11:00 am – Smart Growth California invites you to join us for a funder-only webinar on lessons learned and opportunities ahead for the implementation of SB 1, a new bill that will transform transportation infrastructure in California. Register now. SB 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, was signed into law on April 28, 2017. This […]
MoveLA’s Transportation Conversation
October 27, 2017 @ All Day – Ballot measures R, M and H will transform Los Angeles County into a more livable, sustainable and equitable place in which to live. This year’s ninth annual convening of the Move LA coalition will discuss which problems to tackle next. Learn more.
Building Equitable Communities: A Housing & Parks Summit
October 25, 2017-October 26, 2017 @ All Day – This two-day summit organized by the Los Angeles Regional Open Space & Affordable Housing (LA ROSAH) Collaborative will delve into the challenges of “green gentrification” and offer new policy and development strategies to ensure low-income residents have access to affordable housing, parks, and nature. Learn more.
2017 GREEN! Annual Meeting for Funders
October 24, 2017-October 26, 2017 @ All Day – GREEN! facilitates funder learning and strategic initiatives and collaborations that advance sustainable, equitable, and prosperous regions and communities by increasing resource efficiency and sustainable infrastructure, protecting public and environmental health, expanding urban sustainability practices, and enhancing the affordable green housing field. GREEN! is an initiative of the Funders’ Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities (TFN), […]
Webinar: Climate Resilient & Equitable Water Systems Capital Scan
October 20, 2017 @ 9:00 am-10:00 am – This webinar is coordinated by the Stormwater Funders’ Group and the Funders’ Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities Earlier this year, the Kresge Foundation commissioned MissionPoint Partners and California Environmental Associates to author a Capital Scan on Climate Resilient & Equitable Water Systems. The Capital Scan was designed to illuminate strategies for using a full […]
Webinar: Disasters and the Needs of Vulnerable Populations
October 3, 2017 @ 12:00 pm-1:00 pm – Harvey. Irma. Maria. As the United States and the Caribbean grapple with one of the most devastating Atlantic hurricane seasons in recent history, the impact of these storms raise important questions about disaster preparation, relief and recovery – especially for vulnerable and marginalized communities. Do our most vulnerable neighbors – including low-income households, immigrant communities, […]
California Bicycle Summit
October 3, 2017-October 6, 2017 @ All Day – The California Bicycle Summit will bring together bicycle advocates, planners, bicycle industry representatives, elected officials, and activists for racial, gender, and economic equity. Learn more.
Rail~Volution
September 17, 2017-September 20, 2017 @ All Day – Rail~Volution is dedicated to harnessing opportunities for transit-oriented development in order to create more livable communities. Rail~Volution’s annual conference features some of the most cutting-edge ideas and thought leaders from around the country. Registration opens June 5. Learn more.
