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CCF News: Fall 2019
August 26, 2019 | BLOOM, Census 2020, Donors, Los Angeles, Philanthropy, Youth Empowerment
In Los Angeles and around the world, CCF and our donors are making an impact. Discover how we’re partnering to transform lives and futures in South L.A., protect vital services by ensuring an accurate census count and much more in our Fall 2019 newsletter.
CCF News Fall 2019 – We Count L.A.
August 26, 2019 | Census 2020
Data from the U.S. Census, taken every 10 years, plays a tremendous role in almost every aspect of our lives, driving more than 80 percent of California’s federal funding. The future of our schools, hospitals, childcare centers, public transit and government services depend on full participation.
CCF News Fall 2019 – Looking Back on BLOOM
August 26, 2019 | BLOOM, Youth Empowerment
Studies show that attaining a high school diploma reduces the chance of incarceration by 87 percent. That’s why CCF launched BLOOM (Building a Lifetime of Options and Opportunities for Men), which helped more than 800 young Black men onto positive paths so they can succeed in college, careers and life.
CCF News Fall 2019 – International Grantmaking
August 26, 2019 | Donors, Philanthropy
Every day, CCF donors are making an impact. Their gifts address pressing needs and help revitalize communities around the world. To assist them, we perform thorough due diligence process on international grants, from determining an organization’s public charity status to investigating their financial and organizational stability.
CCF News Fall 2019 – Donors in Action
August 26, 2019 | Donors
As summer turns to fall, it’s inspiring to take a look back at all the incredible work in which CCF donors have been involved. In issues from the arts to wildfires, our donors transform hundreds of thousands of lives and futures every year. By creating customized programming to educate donors on the issues they care […]
CCF News Fall 2016: Social Justice Learning Institute
August 18, 2017 | BLOOM, Youth Empowerment
When Dr. D’Artagnan Scorza wanted to move the cause of educational equity for young Black men forward, he started by looking back. He founded the Black Male Youth Academy at his alma mater, Inglewood’s Morningside High School, to help young men of color break cycles of recidivism and create opportunities for academic achievement.
CCF News Fall 2016: BLOOMer Spotlight – Zakeer, BLOOM Alumnus & College Student
August 18, 2017 | BLOOM, Youth Empowerment
I wound up on probation for three or four months. It was my first offense. Looking back, it was a blessing, because it opened me up to BLOOM. It’s changing me for the better. I started off at Social Justice Learning Institute’s Black Male Youth Academy, and BLOOM is like a family. All the doors […]
CCF News Fall 2016: Brotherhood Crusade
August 18, 2017 | BLOOM, Youth Empowerment
Mykol Lewis is making a difference and sowing seeds among young men in an effort to build a stronger South L.A. This belief in making our communities better is the trademark of Brotherhood Crusade.
CCF News Fall 2016: BLOOM Impact 2015-16
August 18, 2017 | BLOOM, Youth Empowerment
When we believe in, invest in and support our young men, they will thrive. By doubling down on our focus on high school completion and reducing recidivism, youth participating in BLOOM saw improved outcomes in school and were better able to complete the terms of their probation and separate themselves from the system.
CCF News Fall 2016: Investing in L.A.’s Black Male Youth
August 18, 2017 | BLOOM, Youth Empowerment
Though they are only 10 percent of all L.A. young people, Black youth make up nearly a third of all youth on probation. And once in the system, it is hard to get out, with more than 80 percent facing re-arrest within three years. We are losing out on countless innovators and entrepreneurs – a […]
CCF News Fall 2016: BLOOM
August 18, 2017 | BLOOM, Youth Empowerment
We are facing a crisis of potential, and nowhere is hit harder than South Los Angeles. Young black men who drop out of high school face a 90 percent chance of incarceration, but a diploma reduces that to 12 percent. Learn how CCF’s BLOOM initiative is helping young Black men in South L.A. onto positive […]
CCF News Spring 2017 – Spotlight On Family Philanthropy: Leah Bishop & Gary Yale
April 21, 2017 | Donors, Philanthropy
“When our daughters were little, we felt like they needed to see that not everyone in the world had it as good as they did. They helped us feed the hungry and homeless. “They really absorbed the desire to give back. Elizabeth used to take her allowance and give it away to various causes. We […]
CCF News Spring 2017 – The Home L.A. Loan Fund
April 21, 2017 | Donors, Homelessness, Housing, Philanthropy
Every night, nearly 50,000 Angelenos go to sleep homeless, enough to fill Dodger Stadium. The California Community Foundation is working with partners to build 10,000 housing units over ten years for our neighbors in need. We invite donors who are passionate about homelessness to become charter investors in the Home L.A. Loan Fund, a one-of-a-kind, […]
CCF News Spring 2017 – We Are Los Angeles
April 21, 2017 | Arts, Centennial
On November 12, 30 L.A. County-based artists unveiled a group of never-before-seen sculptures exploring the most pressing issues facing our region. Commissioned by CCF, the We Are Los Angeles exhibit represents the collective diversity and strength of Los Angeles. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of our board members and donors, these sculptures now reside with […]
CCF News Spring 2017 – Fellowship for Visual Artists
April 21, 2017 | Arts
In January, CCF awarded 14 Los Angeles County artists with $350,000 in grants through the CCF Fellowship for Visual Artists. Launched in 1987 with a generous contribution from the J. Paul Getty Trust, the fellowship has awarded more than $3 million to nearly 300 visual artists. Through the generosity of our donors, the fellowship has […]
CCF News Spring 2017 – Making Giving a Family Value
April 21, 2017 | Donors, Philanthropy
One of the greatest gifts you can give your family is the love of giving. That’s why CCF has partnered with the National Center for Family Philanthropy to provide donors with complimentary access to the award-winning Family Philanthropy Online Knowledge Center.
CCF News: Spring 2017
April 21, 2017 | Arts, Donors, Homelessness, Housing, Philanthropy
Is there a risk-free way to help end homelessness? How can you share the joy of giving with your children and grandchildren? How can you support L.A.’s most innovative creative voices? Find out in CCF’s Spring Donor Newsletter.
CCF News Summer 2016: Invest in the Future of L.A.
July 14, 2016 | CCF, Donors, Education, LASIF, Los Angeles
When Jeffrey steps across the stage and takes his degree in a few short years, he won’t be the only one who benefits. Every graduate is a million dollar victory for the future of Los Angeles County. Every South Central Scholar who leaves high school college-ready, who has the services and support to succeed, makes our region stronger and more prosperous. Investors in L.A. and around the country have taken notice of LASIF’s impact and are coming together to realize the potential of our children.
CCF News: LASIF Scholar Summer 2016: Jeffrey Castro
July 14, 2016 | CCF, Donors, Education, LASIF, Los Angeles
Jeffrey Castro’s parents instilled in him a drive to attend college. But just as he entered high school, tragedy struck. His father passed away, leaving his mother to provide for him and his two older brothers. College seemed further away than ever. Then he discovered LASIF partner Upward Bound.
CCF News Summer 2016: South Central Scholars
July 14, 2016 | CCF, Donors, Education, LASIF, Los Angeles
So much attention is placed on college admission, but what happens next? That’s the question South Central Scholars staff found themselves asking as their students began their journeys into higher education.
CCF News Summer 2016: How LASIF Works
July 14, 2016 | CCF, Donors, Education, LASIF, Los Angeles
Experience shows that scholarships aren’t enough to close the graduation gap. LASIF combines need-based scholarships with intensive services before and during college to end the college completion crisis and increase the number of low-income youth who achieve their degree. That’s how LASIF programs have helped tens of thousands of Angeleno students prepare for, pay for and succeed in college.
CCF News Summer 2016: The Los Angeles Scholars Investment Fund
July 14, 2016 | CCF, Donors, Education, LASIF, Los Angeles
Few things transform a life like a college diploma. A bachelor’s degree can lead to an additional $1 million in lifetime earnings, but it’s about more than just money. College success benefits entire communities. That’s why the Los Angeles Scholars Investment Fund combines need-based scholarships with innovative services proven to help students graduate.
CCF News: Summer 2016
July 14, 2016 | CCF, Donors, Education, LASIF, Los Angeles
At a time when a college degree is more necessary than ever, Los Angeles County is facing a graduation crisis. In this issue, you’ll learn the extent of this crisis and how donors are joining forces to end it through the Los Angeles Scholars Investment Fund.
Advisor News – June 2016 – Welcome to the new CCF advisor newsletter.
June 14, 2016 | Advisors, CCF, Philanthropy
by Antonia Hernández, President & CEO, California Community Foundation: For more than a century, the California Community Foundation (CCF) has partnered with professional advisors to produce the most favorable outcomes for their clients while producing the greatest possible charitable impact. Every day, we see the vital role advisors play in creating gifts that change the lives of people in Los Angeles and around the world.
CCF Advisor News – June 2016
June 14, 2016 | Advisors, CCF, Philanthropy, Planned Giving
June 2016 Advisor Newsletter: CCF unveils the Planned Giving Design Center, Helping your business grow, Creating a “safe-zone” with family philanthropy, Philanthropy and the tech entrepreneur, Personalized philanthropy: fixing the flaw in your business model.
CCF News: Winter 2016
March 25, 2016 | CCF, CCF Publication, Centennial Legacy Campaign, Housing, Los Angeles, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Tackling L.A.’s homelessness epidemic, Housing works, Donor Spotlight on Robert and Barbara Klein, Unsung Hero Spotlight on Mollie Lowery
CCF News: Fall 2015
November 25, 2015 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Housing, Immigration, LASIF, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Volunteering through L.A. Works, Giving Tuesday, LASIF, New Americans Opportunity Fund, Pass it Along Fund, Home L.A. Fund, Year End Giving Guide.
CCF News: Fall 2014
December 9, 2014 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Grameen America, Housing, Newsletter
Grameen America Los Angeles, Choosing Your Investment Pool, Year-End Giving
CCF News: Summer 2014
June 1, 2014 | CCF, CCF Publication, Centennial Legacy Campaign, Donors, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Planned Giving
Cynthia Watts and Vision to Learn, Protecting Donor Intent, Centennial Legacy Spotlight: Michael Freehling & Farida Fotouhi
CCF News: Spring 2014
March 1, 2014 | CCF, CCF Publication, Centennial Legacy Campaign, Donors, Fellowship for Visual Artists, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Planned Giving
Fellowship for Visual Artists, Giving Gifts of Art, Centennial Legacy Spotlight: George Manet
CCF News: Summer 2013
July 1, 2013 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Health, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Planned Giving
CCF & the Affordable Care Act, Legacy Spotlight: Stanley Dashew, Investing Donor Assets
CCF News: Spring 2013
April 1, 2013 | Arts, CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Planned Giving, Smart Growth
Smart Growth, Donor Spotlight: Mort La Kretz, Fellowship for Visual Artists, Legacy Spotlight: Gloria Dell’Aqua Leiding
CCF News: Fall 2012
October 1, 2012 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Grameen America, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Family Philanthropy, Focusing Philanthropy with Larry and Cathy Gibson, Grameen America, Giving Illiquid Assets
CCF News: Summer 2012
July 1, 2012 | CCF, CCF Publication, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Smart Growth
Matching Intent to Impact, Pass it Along, Donor Spotlight: Chandra Wilson, Grant Agreements, Turning Plans into Gifts, Smart Growth
CCF News Spring 2017 – Make an Impact, Forever
April 21, 2012 | Centennial Legacy Campaign, Donors, Los Angeles, Philanthropy
Join with more than 100 other donors who want to make a difference in the lives of L.A. residents, through the next century and beyond. In celebration of our 100 years of service, CCF launched the Centennial Legacy Campaign to help donors create enduring gifts that continue to change lives in Los Angeles County for […]
CCF News: Spring 2012
April 1, 2012 | BLOOM, CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Health, Housing, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Planned Giving
Timeless Giving, Legacy Spotlight: Walter Holiday, Preventing Homelessness and Creating Healthy Homes, Donor Spotlight: Burt Belzer, Investing in Black Male Youth
CCF Advisor News: Spring 2012
April 1, 2012 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Planned Giving
The Advisor’s Role in Charitable Decision-Making, Giving After Liquidity Events, Making Estate Plans in Uncertain Times, Donor Intent
CCF Advisor News: Winter 2012
January 1, 2012 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Transfer of Wealth in L.A., Advising the Entrepreneur, Enhancing Relationships with Corporate Clients
CCF News: Winter 2012
January 1, 2012 | Arts, CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Planned Giving
Transfer of Wealth in L.A., Donor Profile: David Bohnett, Pass it Along Fund, Guide for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners, Pacific Standard Time: Art in L.A.
CCF Advisor News: Fall 2011
October 1, 2011 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Preparing Achievers for Tomorrow, Youth Empowerment
Advisor Spotlight: Gary Edelstone, Converting a Private Foundation, Ernest Lieblich Foundation, Unsung Heroes of Los Angeles, Pass it Along, Preparing Achievers for Tomorrow
CCF News: Fall 2011
October 1, 2011 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Preparing Achievers for Tomorrow, Youth Empowerment
Pass it Along, Charitable Gift Annuities, Preparing Achievers for Tomorrow, Unsung Heroes of Los Angeles
CCF News: July 2011
July 1, 2011 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Summer Youth Fund, Tom Tierney on Giving Smart, CCF Welcomes Nike Irvin, Donor Spotlight: Karin Larson, Samuel Oschin Cancer Center
CCF Advisor News: Summer 2011
July 1, 2011 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Tom Tierney on Giving Smart, Tax Benefits of Closely-Held Stock Gifts, Grantmaking Highlights
CCF Advisor News: Spring 2011
April 1, 2011 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Advisor Spotlight: Loeb & Loeb LLP, Mission Investing, CCF Efficiency, 2010 Tax Relief Act
CCF News: Winter 2011
January 1, 2011 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Education, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Board Profile: Sheldon Stone, 2010 Financials, Named Permanent Scholarships, CCF Welcomes Maria Blanco
CCF Advisor News: Winter 2011
January 1, 2011 | Advisors, CCF Publication, Education, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Board Profile: Sheldon Stone, 2010 Financials, Named Permanent Scholarships, CCF Charitable Advisors
CCF Advisor News: Fall 2010
October 1, 2010 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Advisor Spotlight: Mickey Segal, Advisor Questions, Continuing Education, Year End Giving, Grantmaking Highlights, Critical Needs Fund
CCF News: Fall 2010
October 1, 2010 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Newsletter
Critical Needs Fund, Year End Giving, Donor Spotlight: Dana Baldwin, Family Philanthropy, Grantmaking Highlights
CCF Advisor News: Summer 2010
July 1, 2010 | Advisors, Arts, CCF, CCF Publication, Fellowship for Visual Artists, Health, Housing, Newsletter, Philanthropy
CCF at 95, Admiral Mullin on Giving to Veterans, CCF Honors Top Advisors, Fellowship for Visual Artists, Retained Life Estates
CCF News: Summer 2010
July 1, 2010 | Arts, CCF, CCF Publication, Fellowship for Visual Artists, Health, Housing, Newsletter, Philanthropy
CCF at 95, Donor Spotlight: Jackee Marks, Summer Youth Fund, Admiral Mullin on Giving to Veterans, Fellowship for Visual Artists, Retained Life Estates
CCF Advisor News: Spring 2010
April 1, 2010 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Encouraging Clients to be Philanthropic, Strategic Grantmaking, International Grantmaking, Gifts of Stock, Taproot Foundation, Giving Trends
CCF News: Spring 2010
April 1, 2010 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Health, Housing, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Donor Spotlight: Stephen Kanter, High Impact Grantmaking During Tough Economic Times, International Grantmaking, Critical Needs in L.A., Taproot Foundation, Giving Trends
CCF Advisor News: Winter 2010
January 1, 2010 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Education, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Investing in Scholarships, Advisor Spotlight: John W. Weldon, Fraser Scholar Profile: Norma Sanchez, Census 2010, Gifts of Real Estate
CCF News: Winter 2010
January 1, 2010 | CCF, CCF Publication, Civic Engagement, Education, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Investing in Scholarships, Advisor Spotlight: John W. Weldon, Scholarship Fund Options, Fraser Scholar Profile: Norma Sanchez, Census 2010, Gifts of Real Estate
CCF News: Fall 2009
October 1, 2009 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Donor Spotlight: Dr. Julius Griffin, Supporting Veterans and Troops, Donor Services, Unsung Heroes, Grantmaking Highlights
CCF Advisor News: Summer 2009
July 1, 2009 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Sustainability
Jonathan C. Lurie on Charitable Lead Trusts, Including Family in Philanthropy, David Greco and Nonprofit Finance Fund
CCF News: Summer 2009
July 1, 2009 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Sustainability
Donor Spotlight: Cusumano Family, Jonathan C. Lurie on Charitable Lead Trusts, Private Foundation Alternatives, David Greco and Nonprofit Finance Fund, DonorConnect 2.0
CCF News: July 2008
July 1, 2009 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Donor Profile: Grace and Sho Iino, Giving Trends, Saint Barnabas Senior Center
CCF News: Spring 2009
April 1, 2009 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Housing, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Planned Giving
Basic Needs in L.A., Donor Spotlight: Peter and Cam Starrett, Estate Giving, How to Give in Challenging Times, Giving Trends
CCF Advisor News: Spring 2009
April 1, 2009 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Housing, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Planned Giving
Advisor Profile: Michael Glowacki, Giving Trends, Remembering CCF in Estate Plans, Basic Needs in Los Angeles, Managing Clients During Tough Economic Times
CCF News: Winter 2009
January 1, 2009 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Sustainability
Helping Nonprofits Prepare for Uncertain Times, Donor Profile: Gary Erickson, Investing in Scholarships
CCF Advisor News: Winter 2009
January 1, 2009 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Newsletter, Philanthropy, Sustainability
Sylmar Wildfires, Preparing Nonprofits for Uncertain Times, Naming Successor Advisors for Funds, Advisor Profile: Jane Peebles, Creating Scholarship Funds
CCF Advisor News: Fall 2008
October 1, 2008 | Advisors, CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Advisor Spotlight: Paul Livadary, Year-End Private Foundation Alternatives, Donor Spotlight: Hope Wintner and Ted Meisel, IRA Charitable Rollover, Giving Trends, Grantmaking FAQ
CCF News: Fall 2008
October 1, 2008 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Health, Newsletter, Philanthropy
Year-End Giving, IRA Charitable Rollover, Donor Spotlight: Hope Wintner and Ted Meisel, Private Foundation Alternatives, Giving Trends, Karen Hernandez and Children’s Clinic, Making an Impact in the San Fernando Valley, Grantmaking FAQ,