Events Archive - The California Wellness Foundation

Mission Investors Exchange | 2022 National Conference

Stephanie Myers — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 21:42:14 +0000

Mission Investors Exchange (MIE) is the leading impact investing network for foundations, philanthropic asset owners, and their partners. MIE provides resources, inspiration, and connections to help members increase the scale and impact of their impact investing practice. Join MIE December 5-7 in Baltimore, Maryland, for the Mission Investors Exchange 2022 National Conference to hear from leading voices in the field, build partnerships, experience on-the-ground investments, and much more!

See Cal Wellness CEO Judy Belk speak in the opening plenary session: "All in for Equity: Activating the Entire Foundation."

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Economic Mobility for People Impacted by the Justice System

Stephanie Myers — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 18:36:39 +0000

March 4, 2022

Economic mobility refers to a person’s ability to improve their economic status over the course of their life. Economic mobility requires access not only to income, assets, training, and employment, but also intangible resources such as the power and ability to make choices. Individuals impacted by the justice system face tremendous obstacles that prevent them from achieving economic mobility. In the U.S., there are thousands of collateral consequences, these are legal and regulatory restrictions that limit or prohibit people convicted of crimes from accessing employment, business and occupational licensing, housing, voting, education, and other rights, benefits, and opportunities. In this webinar we will learn strategies and approaches that have proven to help people who have been impacted by the justice system to get on a path towards economic mobility. The session will challenge us to be thoughtful in how we prepare, train, and place participants in jobs and career pathways that can transform their lives and break the cycle of poverty. ---- The National Reentry Workforce Collaborative (NRWC) is a community of practice that strategically collaborates to provide resources and support that enhances the capacity of workforce organizations serving returning citizens. To learn more about the NRWC & the Thought Leadership Series, you can visit thenrwc.org.

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California Health Equity & Racial Justice Fund: CA Budget Update

Stephanie Myers — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 21:17:52 +0000

Join the sponsors of the Health Equity and Racial Justice Fund for an update on the Governor's January California budget and a NEW toolkit for advocates to show their support! The HERJF dedicates funding directly to community-based orgs, clinics, and tribal orgs.

Register here!

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Zócalo: Can California Solve Its Air Quality Inequality?

Stephanie Myers — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 21:01:29 +0000

What would it take for the more privileged parts of California to reduce air pollution that disproportionately affects low-income and rural communities around the state? What political and economic strategies have succeeded in improving air quality locally and statewide? And can people and organizations fighting for clean air find inspiration from coalition-building and organizing efforts in other arenas? A panel including Central Valley Air Quality Coalition executive director Catherine Garoupa White and USC sociologist and Solidarity Economics author Manuel Pastor visits Zócalo to discuss how we can help all Californians breathe easier.

Based on the City of Los Angeles requirements for similar events, proof of vaccination (at least two weeks after the final dose) will be required. Additionally, face coverings are required for all audience members.

Register here!

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EPIP | Coast-to-Coast New Year Chapter Kickoff

Marisabel Hernandez — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 17:01:05 +0000

Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy (EPIP) is kicking-off the new year with a virtual networking event! You can look forward to highlights such as a virtual scavenger hunt, cocktail making, a night of magic, casual networking, and more! The celebration will take place on Feb. 9, 2022 from 3PM-4:30PM PST. EPIP members can RSVP here.

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Peer to Peer: Place-Based Insights and Action for Centering Wealth Equity

Marisabel Hernandez — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 17:00:36 +0000

Asset Funders Network members can join on Jan. 20, 2022 from 9:30AM-10:45AM PDT for "Peer to Peer: Place-Based Insights and Action for Centering Wealth Equity." The conversation will center promising funding models that center wealth equity and close the racial wealth gap. For more information, click here.

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Community Information Exchange Virtual Summit 2021

Marisabel Hernandez — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 20:35:45 +0000

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In collaboration with our grantee Health Leads, Community Information Exchange (CIE) is hosting CIE Summit 2021. The sessions in this year's Summit will thoughtfully analyze and explore how community-driven solutions can advance equity and anti-racism.

Click here for member/nonmember pricing and additional event information!

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BOSS Bay Area Black August Block Party

Marisabel Hernandez — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 16:09:02 +0000

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Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) is commemorating Black August by hosting a community block party event. This resource fair and virtual mural unveiling will celebrate culture, community and solidarity.

This free, in-person event will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021 from 1:00-4:00PM at Oakland City Hall.

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State of the State: A Just Recovery

Stephanie Myers — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 15:34:26 +0000

Our state and country are at a critical turning point. Join the third annual State of the State to explore why and how California must center equity as we strive to recover and build anew in the wake of the pandemic and other recent crises.

This live virtual program will take place via Zoom and feature a panel of California’s leading progressive policymakers and community organizers, along with other special guests.

Buy your ticket today to reserve your spot!

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ABFE’s Harambee 2021: Let’s All Pull Together

Stephanie Myers — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 17:51:46 +0000

Join the nation’s largest gathering of Black professionals in philanthropy at ABFE’s 2021 “HARAMBEE - LET’S ALL PULL TOGETHER” as we lift up our “Call to Action” as a path forward for us all.

From April 21-23, you will experience 10 featured sessions that focus on our Call-to-Action issue areas. We will celebrate the work and challenge our thinking on how to do this work, do it better and do it for the long haul.

For programming inquiries, contact Tekecha Morgan, Programs Associate at tmorgan@abfe.org

For communications inquiries, contact Sabrina Williams, Director of Marketing & Communications at swilliams@abfe.org

For membership inquiries, contact Evelyn Rivera, Director of Membership at membership@abfe.org

For sponsorship inquiries, contact T'Shawn Rivers, Director of Development and Campaigns at trivers@abfe.org

For registration inquiries, contact Shamika Shahid, Virtual Event Planner at virtualadmin@buoyantpartners.com

Register today.

Harambee Conference Highlights from ABFE Philanthropy on Vimeo.

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Yale Philanthropy Conference

Stephanie Myers — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 21:20:22 +0000

Launched in 2004, the Yale Philanthropy Conference is a student-run convening held at the Yale School of Management, and host to philanthropic and nonprofit leaders who seek to tackle the social sector's most pressing challenges. This year's conference will be hosted virtually to protect the safety and well-being of our speakers, attendees, volunteers, and community. This year's conference features Cal Wellness President and CEO Judy Belk.

Ticket options include a $10 General Admission, or a Complimentary Pass for students, nonprofit professionals, or anyone experiencing financial hardship. In lieu of the regular ~$100 ticket price, we are asking attendees to make a donation to the Greater New Haven COVID-19 Community Fund.

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What Makes a Country a Home?

Stephanie Myers — Tue, 17 Nov 2020 16:16:57 +0000

Sponsored by Hour of Justice.

Learn about the changing immigration law in the United States and the dismantling of asylum and refugee protections, featuring Cal Wellness board member Angelica Salas.

Register here.

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