February 13, 2024 @ 2:00 pm-3:30 pm – If you’re a funder that supports organizations working in rural communities with less than 100,000 people, we invite you to attend our next virtual RUI meeting. For more information, please contact Ron Milam.
Coastal Resilience in an Era of Rapid Sea Level Rise
January 31, 2024 @ 10:30 am-12:00 pm – Hosted by Northern California Grantmakers. Register here. Rising sea levels due to climate change have put people, the natural and built environment at severe risk not only on the California coast, but throughout the state. Flooding affects housing and transportation infrastructure and rising groundwater releases buried toxics, with disproportionately impacting low-income communities of color bearing […]
Climate Funders’ Collaborative (Baja/Imperial/San Diego Region)
January 29, 2024 @ 10:00 am-2:00 pm – Location: Downtown Los Angeles Our CFC plans on meeting in person to explore opportunities for alignment and collaboration in support of equitable implementation of public funding for sustainable communities. If you are affiliated with a funding institution that funds in the Baja, Imperial and/or San Diego Region, and would like more information about this […]
Los Angeles Funders’ Collaborative
January 26, 2024 @ 10:00 am-2:00 pm – Location: Downtown Los Angeles Our Los Angeles Funders’ Collaborative plans on meeting in person to explore opportunities for alignment and collaboration in support of equitable implementation of public funding for sustainable communities. If you are affiliated with a funding institution that funds in Los Angeles County and would like more information about this meeting, […]
Smart Growth California End of Year Workgroup Network Gathering
December 8, 2023 @ 2:00 pm-3:00 pm – Register Here As we approach the close of 2023, we extend a warm invitation to all funders, whether you’re already involved or simply interested in Smart Growth California Workgroups. This is your opportunity to come together, reflect on the year, foster connections, and play a part in shaping our 2024 Funder Summit. Stay tuned for […]
Binational Resilience Initiative and Climate Funders’ Collaborative Tour
October 26, 2023 @ 7:00 am-6:00 pm – REGISTER HERE Thursday, October 26Tour Departs: 7:30 a.m. PTApproximate End Time: 6:00 p.m. PT – Tour starts at thE Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve 301 Caspian Way, Imperial Beach, CA 91932 Climate Funders Collaborative Site Visit Join us on October 26th for a special close look at our vibrant communities advancing climate resilience. We’ll […]
Do the Work: Imperial County Overnight
September 21, 2023-September 22, 2023 @ 10:00 am-5:00 pm – Register Here Join Catalyst of San Deigo & Imperial Counties for this immersive, overnight experience that will give you a comprehensive understanding of the impacts of environmental and climate issues including health disparities, job and infrastructure opportunities, community leadership, and more. Participants will have the opportunity to foster meaningful relationships with community groups, leaders, and […]
Navigating Extreme Heat with Equitable Climate Solutions
August 18, 2023 @ 10:30 am-12:00 pm – Register Here Presented in partnership with SoCal Grantmakers Event Description As the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health notes, “Heat causes more deaths in the U.S. each year than floods, storms, and lightning combined. Older adults, young children, outdoor workers, athletes, and people with a chronic medical condition, among others, are especially sensitive to […]
Register Now! Rural Urban Interface Learning Group Kickoff Meeting
August 8, 2023 @ 2:00 pm-3:30 pm – Register Here Smart Growth California is excited to announce the kickoff meeting for the Rural Urban Interface Learning Group (name not yet official). If your work focuses on or impacts communities in the rural-urban interface, we invite you to meet with us and other funders virtually on August 8th from 2:00 – 3:30 PM. […]
California Adaptation Forum 2023 | CivicWell Event
July 31, 2023-August 2, 2023 @ All Day – Register Here Advancing Adaptation Throughout California The biennial California Adaptation Forum (CAF) aims to gather California’s adaptation community to foster knowledge exchange, innovation, and mutual support to accelerate adaptation efforts and create equitable and resilient communities throughout the state. CAF provides an inclusive space for community leaders, decision-makers, technical experts, and on-the-ground practitioners working across […]