Working Together on Behalf of California Philanthropy
Release Date:
08/25/2014
Dear Colleagues,
President's Blog
SCG's New Searchable Member Directory is Now Live!
Release Date:
07/14/2014
We've heard from so many of you how valuable it is to find—and be found by—your peers in philanthropy.
SCG's New Community Building Initiative
Release Date:
06/16/2014
Dear Colleagues,
SCG is taking a major step forward in our strategic work to help you learn, connect, and share with your peers for greater impact. Your engagement in this effort is critical to our shared success!
A Major Step Forward in Protecting LA County Children
Release Date:
06/13/2014
This week, the LA County Board of Supervisors voted to establish a position for a countywide child protection executive to implement reforms in foster care and child protection—a landmark decision actively supported by a core group of SCG members.
SCG Partnership with Town Hall LA: Two Upcoming Events
Release Date:
05/22/2014
Great news! As part of our efforts to connect you with more high-profile speakers and leaders, SCG is partnering with Town Hall Los Angeles to present two dynamic events.
Call for SCG Board Nominations
Release Date:
05/16/2014
SCG Nominations Committee Chair Mary Odell Calls for Board Nominations:
Dear Colleagues,
Lights, Camera, Philanthropy: A Close-up on Giving and the Entertainment Industry
Release Date:
05/02/2014
When you think of charity and the entertainment business, what likely comes to mind is a movie star or musician having their photo taken at an upscale fundraising event.
Key Takeaways and Resources from SCG's 2014 Public Policy Conference
Release Date:
04/16/2014
Thank you to everyone among the 175 regional philanthropic leaders at our 2014 Public Policy Conference on April 3rd! The day was packed with thoughtful insights, candid discussions, and ideas for action. I’m writing to share key takeaways and resources so that everyone in the SCG leadership community can get the benefit of the day’s learning.
A CEO Salon on Global Challenges with Vuk Jeremic
Release Date:
03/25/2014
Recently, a small group of SCG’s CEO-level members gathered for an intimate salon featuring global leader Vuk Jeremić at the Green Acres estate, home of Ron Burkle. Mr. Jeremić is considered in United Nations circles to be one of the strongest candidates to become the next UN Secretary General, after Ban Ki-moon’s term finishes in 2016. Hosted by SCG, the event was held in partnership with the UCLA Burkle Center for International Relations.
Your Corporate Peers are Leading the Way at SCG
Release Date:
02/13/2014
Our new SCG Corporate Leadership Council (CLC)—spearheaded by Board member Deidre Lind and facilitated by corporate consultant Lisa Cleri Reale—held their second meeting last week. After robust discussions, we prioritized key areas of focus for corporate programming in 2014, with a purposeful intention of meeting the needs and interests of the corporate sector.
How Funders Can Actively Support Nonprofit Capacity Building
Release Date:
02/05/2014
Recently, SCG members from the Weingart Foundation, The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation, and the California Community Foundation organized an SCG Leadership ExChange on a critical issue that confronts many of us as funders: nonprofit capacity building and the role of philanthropy in helping grantees overcome fundraising challenges.
SCG Members Lead Health Care Reform Series
Release Date:
01/29/2014
I am happy to announce that SCG will continue our In Focus: Health Care Reform series in 2014. Save the date for the first session of this year, taking place on April 30th and featuring Brenda Solórzano, Chief Program Director, Blue Shield of California Foundation.
Meet Our New Director of Programs & Public Policy
Release Date:
01/16/2014
Dear Colleagues,
Happy Holidays from SCG!
Release Date:
12/19/2013
As the year comes to a close, I'd like to wish you a joyful holiday season and a very happy New Year!
Coming Soon... SCG's New Website!
Release Date:
12/10/2013
Big changes are coming to SCG’s website! Our new site will be up and running in early January 2014, with continued enhancements planned throughout the spring.
SCG Forming Family Foundation Advisory Council
Release Date:
12/09/2013
Happy holidays! As the year comes to a close, I want to let you know about a special leadership opportunity that will be available for our family foundation members in 2014.
Thanksgiving 2013 Message to Members
Release Date:
11/25/2013
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I want to take a moment to say how grateful SCG is for everything you do.
Thanks and Resources From Our Annual Conference
Release Date:
11/20/2013
Thank you again to the more than 300 philanthropists and change makers who joined us earlier this month at SCG's 2013 Annual Conference and 40th Anniversary Celebration!
A Message on Reframing Abuse
Release Date:
10/30/2013
Recently, I was honored to have SCG co-host a special program on Reframing Sexual Abuse: Understanding the Needs of Male Survivors.
The Great California ShakeOut is Here!
Release Date:
10/14/2013
Are you and the nonprofits you serve prepared for the next major earthquake? While some areas of California are more likely to have earthquakes than others, all of California is at higher risk compared to the rest of the country.