Ron Milam

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 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!

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

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

2020 was full of constant reflecting and pivoting in a year of unprecedented change in our field and work. Check out our latest blog on Smart Growth California’s 2020 accomplishments and highlights. Read More »2020: Continued Growth Amidst Unprecedented Change

Check out our breakdown of fall learning sessions we hosted with advocates and funders. Read More »Fall 2020 Virtual Learning Wrap Up

With multiple crises raging across California, a broad ecosystem of organizations and coalitions supported by funders active in Smart Growth California have issued detailed policy recommendations to build a more just, inclusive and sustainable California.  Read More »Crisis California: Policy Recommendations

Check out our blog on the policy briefing we co-hosted with Local Government Commission covering the role that public engagement plays to advance equitable and sustainable water management solutions throughout California. Read More »Weaving Water, Equity and Land-Use in California

A message from Smart Growth California’s Director, along with funders in our network and advocates.  Read More »Speaking Out, Slowing Down and Being Compassionate