Resources from Measuring Poverty Better: The Real Cost Measure in California 2018
Publication date:
12/14/2018
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Philanthropy CA Opposes Proposed Changes to "Public Charge"
Publication date:
12/10/2018
On December 9, Philanthropy California submitted public comment to oppose the proposed changes to "public charge." The proposed DHS rule would expand the government's ability to deny immigrants permanent residency or visas if a person benefits from aid programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid, and housing assistance programs. As written, these proposed changes inflict significant harms on children and families, depart from longstanding immigration practice related to public charge, and place a new, extraordinary burden on the charitable sector.
An Escalating Humanitarian Crisis at the San Diego-Tijuana Border How Philanthropy Can Respond
Publication date:
11/26/2018
Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees and Hispanics in Philanthropy have created this two-page issue brief to update funders on this crisis, which will worsen with the arrival of the much-publicized exodus of Central American asylum seekers and migrants, including many families with young children. This brief covers the multi-faceted nature of the situation, its impact on communities on both sides of the border, and how funders can support local efforts to address urgent humanitarian needs and long-term p
CalNonprofits: An Open Letter to Crowdfunding Platforms
Publication date:
11/19/2018
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Resources from Public-Private Partnerships in Tackling Poverty: A Funders’ Briefing on CalSavers, A Cross-Generational Approach
Publication date:
11/12/2018
Resources for Survey- Informing the National Perspective on Immigration Reform
Publication date:
10/29/2018
October Public Policy Roundup
Publication date:
10/25/2018
Request for Action – Public Charge
Publication date:
10/05/2018
On September 22, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a proposed rule to revise the criteria for “public charge.” Public charge refers to guidelines employed by immigration officers to determine if an immigrant is likely to become “primarily dependent on the government for subsistence.”
Proposition 1 (Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond) and Proposition Two (No Place Like Home)
Publication date:
10/05/2018
Two ballot measures appearing on the November 6 ballot directly relate to the work of SCG members in the area of housing. Proposition 1, Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2018, would generate $4 billion in bonds for housing and homeownership programs. Proposition 2, No Place Like Home, would clarify that a limited amount of revenue generated from Mental Health Services Act (2004) can be used for housing individuals with mental health needs.
September Public Policy Roundup
Publication date:
09/28/2018
2020 Census: Hard-to-Count Fact Sheets
Publication date:
09/10/2018
The Census Bureau faces various challenges to an unconventional census which includes a new online response option and the pending inclusion of the citizenship question. These challenges increase the potential of undercounting historically underrepresented groups referred to as “Hard-to-Count” (HTC) communities. These groups are at higher risk of not being fully counted in the 2020 Census which can lead to unequal access to vital public and private resources.
Career and Technical Education (CTE): Public Policy Changes to the CTE Landscape
Publication date:
09/06/2018
By Gustavo Medrano, Public Policy Intern
August Addendum - Public Policy Roundup
Publication date:
08/30/2018
August Public Policy Roundup
Publication date:
08/23/2018
Highlights from the California State Budget
Publication date:
08/15/2018
By Eric Schroer and Gustavo Medrano
At the end of June, Governor Brown and the Legislature negotiated a state budget of $201 billion. This summary examines the state’s spending in areas of funders’ interest, including:
July's Child Welfare Policy Round Table and Foster Youth
Publication date:
08/13/2018
By Eric Schroer and Gustavo Medrano
Take Action: Private Foundations Advocating for Census 2020
Publication date:
08/13/2018
By Gustavo Medrano, Public Policy Intern
The Bauman Foundation recently sought legal opinion from Harmon, Curran, Spielberg + Eisenberg, LLP on how private foundations, in general, can play a role in promoting a fair and accurate census. This post outlines the legal opinion obtained by the Bauman Foundation. The opinion provides that:
November 2018 Ballot Measures
Publication date:
08/09/2018
On November 6, Californians will head to the polls to decide on various initiatives. These ballot measure cover the gamut of public policy issues, including affordable housing bonds and rent control to transportation funding and daylight savings time. Many of these initiatives would have direct consequences for the Southern California region. This includes funding for the Lower Los Angeles Rivers, Santa Monica Bay and Ventura County, funding for children's hospitals, and modified homeowner property tax regulations that would significantly impact local tax revenues.
Comments on Proposed Information Collection on 2020 Census
Publication date:
08/07/2018
Philanthropy California joined the League of California Community Foundations to urge the Department of Commerce to withdraw the citizenship question from the 2020 Census questionnaire as it will significantly undermine efforts to achieve a fair and accurate census.
Resources from the 'CA Policy Forum - We All Count: Tackling the 2020 Census Together'
Publication date:
08/06/2018
Below is a link to the webcast recording of the 'CA Policy Forum - We All Count: Tackling the 2020 Census Together. Please be advised that the webcast recording was created to be viewed in real-time, and as such the viewing pane is small. However, the panel discussion was a fascinating conversation that will serve as an important resource.