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Early Care and Education Workforce Study: Highlights of 2006 Statewide Study
June 1, 2006 | Early Childhood, Education, Research
By Marcy Whitebook, Laura Sakai, Fran Kipnis, Yuna Lee, Dan Bellm, Richard Speiglman, Mirella Almaraz, LaToya Stubbs, and Paulina Tran Center for the Study of Child Care Employment, Institute of Industrial Relations, University of California at Berkeley; California Child Care Resource and Referral Network
Early Care and Education Workforce Study: Licensed Child Care Centers, 2006
June 1, 2006 | Early Childhood, Education, Research
By Marcy Whitebook, Laura Sakai, Fran Kipnis, Yuna Lee, Dan Bellm, Richard Speiglman, Mirella Almaraz, LaToya Stubbs, and Paulina Tran Center for the Study of Child Care Employment, Institute of Industrial Relations, University of California at Berkeley; California Child Care Resource and Referral Network
Early Care and Education Workforce Study: Licensed Family Child Care Providers. 2006 Study
June 1, 2006 | Early Childhood, Education, Research
By Marcy Whitebook, Laura Sakai, Fran Kipnis, Yuna Lee, Dan Bellm, Richard Speiglman, Mirella Almaraz, LaToya Stubbs, and Paulina Tran Center for the Study of Child Care Employment, Institute of Industrial Relations, University of California at Berkeley; California Child Care Resource and Referral Network
Buenos Principios: Latino Children in the Earliest Years of Life
June 1, 2007 | Civic Engagement, Early Childhood, Education, Research
By Miriam Calderon, Associate Director, Policy Analysis Center Office of Research, Advocacy and Legislation, National Council of La Raza
Importance of Early Care and Education
June 1, 2007 | Early Childhood, Education, Research
By Taryn W. Morrissey and Mildred E. Warner, Cornell University
LAPAI Preschool Toolkit (English)
April 7, 2009 | Brochure, CCF Publication, Early Childhood, Education
LAPAI Preschool Toolkit (Korean)
April 7, 2009 | Brochure, CCF Publication, Early Childhood, Education
LAPAI Preschool Toolkit (Vietnamese)
April 7, 2009 | Brochure, CCF Publication, Early Childhood, Education
LAPAI Preschool Toolkit (Cambodian)
April 7, 2009 | Brochure, CCF Publication, Early Childhood, Education
LAPAI Preschool Toolkit (Chinese – Simplified)
April 7, 2009 | Brochure, CCF Publication, Early Childhood, Education
LAPAI Preschool Toolkit (Chinese – Traditional)
April 7, 2009 | Brochure, CCF Publication, Early Childhood, Education
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 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
Reparable Harm: Executive Summary
June 1, 2010 | Education, Immigration, Research
By Laurie Olsen, Ph.D; A Californians Together Research & Policy Publication
School Readiness Begins in Infancy
November 1, 2010 | Early Childhood, Education, Research
By J. Ronald Lally
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 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
Los Angeles Scholars Investment Fund: Realizing the Promise of Education
June 1, 2012 | Brochure, CCF Publication, Education, LASIF
California Community Foundation Announces $1.7 Million Investment in Los Angeles Public Schools
July 20, 2012 | CCF, Education, Press Release
CCF has secured a $1.5 million investment from the Ford Foundation in extended learning time initiatives in up to 15 high schools…
National Funder Invests In Multi-Million Dollar Initiative to Improve College Success in Los Angeles
February 21, 2014 | Education, LASIF, Philanthropy, Press Release
The Kresge Foundation has contributed $1 million to CCF to help low-income Los Angeles students get to and through college.
Increasing Graduation Rates in L.A. County – LASIF 2014 Progress Report
September 1, 2014 | CCF Publication, Education, Impact Report, LASIF
Los Angeles Preschool Advocacy Initiative Fact Sheet
December 11, 2014 | CCF Publication, Early Childhood, Education, Fact Sheet
“Ending the Education Drought in California”
May 28, 2015 | Education, LASIF, Media Mention
By John E. Kobara for The Huffington Post
“San Pedro High School sophomore snags $20,000 Warren Christopher Scholarship”
June 7, 2015 | Donors, Education, Media Mention
Daily Breeze
“Charter school supporters raise concerns about impact on LAUSD”
November 18, 2015 | Education, Media Mention
89.3 KPCC
“Nonprofit is formed to advance charter-school plan in Los Angeles area”
November 18, 2015 | Education, Media Mention
Los Angeles Times
CCF News: Los Angeles Scholars Investment Fund
November 28, 2015 | CCF, CCF Publication, Donors, Education, LASIF, Newsletter
Supporting Early Care and Education in Los Angeles County
December 11, 2015 | CCF Publication, Early Childhood, Education, Fact Sheet
The Arts in Early Childhood: Social and Emotional Benefits of Arts Participation: A Literature Review and Gap-Analysis (2000-2015)
February 2, 2016 | Arts, Early Childhood, Education, Research
By Melissa Menzer, PhD, Office of Research & Analysis, National Endowment for the Arts
Los Angeles Scholars Investment Fund (LASIF): More than a Scholarship
June 7, 2016 | CCF, Education, LASIF
Launched in 2012, the Los Angeles Scholars Investment Fund (LASIF) is increasing the number of low-income L.A. County youth who achieve their dream of a college degree. By combining need-based scholarships with intensive services before and during college, LASIF addresses the multifaceted financial, academic and personal barriers that have led to a college completion crisis […]
LASIF Partners: 2016-17
June 7, 2016 | CCF, Education, LASIF
The California Community Foundation supports a diverse portfolio of high-impact college access and success organizations serving low-income students in Los Angeles County. Each year, these nonprofit partners collectively help tens of thousands of students get to and through college, graduating at rates far higher than local or national averages. These organizations contribute to the cohort […]
LASIF Data: 2013-15
June 7, 2016 | CCF, Education, LASIF
Launched in 2012, the Los Angeles Scholars Investment Fund seeks to increase the number of low-income Los Angeles County youth who complete college. Part high-performing mutual fund, part innovation incubator, LASIF partners with nonprofit organizations to provide scholarships and services that get students to and through college. The data in this document reflect the impact […]
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.
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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
Education Fact Sheet
September 23, 2016 | CCF, Early Childhood, Education, LASIF
Partnering with community leaders and networks of educational institutions, CCF helps our most vulnerable students access the educational resources they need to succeed from cradle to college. These groups include preschool-age children, English language learners and students of color, particularly young men. We support efforts to encourage the fair and transparent funding for all schools regardless of zip code and want students to learn in innovative environments that put their needs at the center.
Black Minds Matter: Supporting the Educational Success of Black Children in California
September 26, 2016 | BLOOM, Education, Youth Empowerment
By The Education Trust – West
“Scholarships aimed to benefit minority students at Cal Poly”
March 16, 2017 | Education
By Selena Alvarado, KSBY.com
“$2 million in scholarships available for incoming minority Cal Poly students”
March 18, 2017 | Education, Newsroom Category
by Andrew Sheeler, The Tribune
California Community Foundation Awards $5.1 Million to Build a Stronger Los Angeles County
April 12, 2017 | Arts, Civic Engagement, Education, Health, Housing, Immigration, LASIF, Philanthropy, Press Release, Youth Empowerment
LOS ANGELES – April 11, 2016 – The California Community Foundation (CCF) has awarded $5,130,787 through 52 grants to Los Angeles County nonprofit organizations working to address pressing needs and improve the lives of Los Angeles County residents. CCF’s grants this quarter include $1,435,000 to provide critical support to immigrant rights organizations working to defend […]
“LAUSD to pilot an expanded dual-language preschool program”
April 25, 2017 | Early Childhood, Education
by Kyle Stokes, KPCC
FEDCO Teacher Grants Fact Sheet
April 26, 2017 | Education
“Is Jerry Brown lifting all students, $41 billion later?”
June 7, 2017 | Education, Los Angeles
by Elise Buik, Antonia Hernández and Bruce Fuller, The Sacramento Bee
“Demand for UC immigrant student legal services soars as Trump policies sow uncertainty”
June 19, 2017 | Education, Immigration, Los Angeles
By Teresa Watanabe, Los Angeles Times
“Aumentan estudiantes DACA en la UC, entre la incertidumbre generada por las políticas de Trump”
June 21, 2017 | Education, Immigration
By Teresa Watanabe, Los Angeles Times En Español
“Another jolt for L.A. schools as civic group seeks a role in fixing school district”
July 19, 2017 | Education, Los Angeles, Philanthropy
By Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times
“Foundation awards low income scholarships”
August 7, 2017 | Education, Housing
By Charlene Muhammad, The Final Call
“College Futures Foundation Grant Funds Implementation of Transition to College Mathematics and Statistics Course”
August 9, 2017 | Education, Los Angeles, Smart Growth
Los Angeles Unified School District
“California Education Leaders Advance College Promise Partnerships, With Focus on College Affordability”
August 30, 2017 | Education, Youth Empowerment
WestEd
“School-Based Health Clinics: Critical Access Points For Confronting The Addiction Epidemic”
September 12, 2017 | Education, Health
By Alexa Eggleston, Health Affairs Blog
“Join Us For National Day Of Civic Hacking 9/23”
September 14, 2017 | Civic Engagement, Education, Los Angeles
Department of Neighborhood Empowerment of Los Angeles
“UCLA Law Alumnae Take Center Stage”
September 22, 2017 | CCF, Education, Los Angeles
UCLA School of Law
“City National Accepting Applications For Literacy Grants Totaling Up to $80,000”
October 3, 2017 | Early Childhood, Education
BusinessInsider.com – Markets
“Lumina Foundation Awards $750,000 Grant to WorkingNation to Develop Mini-Documentary Series and More”
October 26, 2017 | Education
PR Newswire
“How a curious kid from Atherton started and grew a global environmental news site”
November 9, 2017 | Education, Sustainability
By Barbara Wood, The Almanac
“Anna Sew Hoy Selected as Inaugural Artist in Residence at UC San Diego”
November 13, 2017 | Arts, Education
By Anthony King, UC San Diego News Center
“L.A. Business This Week – Making Promises Count”
November 17, 2017 | Education, Los Angeles
Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce Weekly Newsletter
“Cal State L.A. offers higher education pathway with YMCAs”
November 17, 2017 | Civic Engagement, Early Childhood, Education, Los Angeles
Los Angeles Wave
“MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Social Justice Learning Institute reaches out to youth”
November 24, 2017 | BLOOM, Education
By Dorany Pineda, Los Angeles Wave
California Community Foundation Awards $11 Million to Build a Stronger Los Angeles County
November 27, 2017 | Civic Engagement, Education, Health, Housing, Immigration, LASIF, Philanthropy, Press Release
LOS ANGELES – November 27, 2017 –The California Community Foundation (CCF) has awarded $11,292,972 through 51 grants to nonprofit organizations working to advance long-lasting change that strengthens Los Angeles communities. This quarter’s portfolio includes 17 L.A. Justice Fund grants totaling $7,450,000, to provide critical support and resources to immigration legal service nonprofits providing representation for […]
“What ruled school news in 2017: Immigration changes and unpaid lunch debt drove debate in a year of uncertainty”
December 8, 2017 | Education, Immigration, Los Angeles, Philanthropy
By Ariana Fine, District Administration Magazine
“Teachers give students $60,000: How did they spread the wealth?”
December 25, 2017 | Education, Los Angeles, Philanthropy
By Julie Tilsner, USC News
“Inside Player: Behind a Unique Effort to Transform a Big Urban School District”
February 7, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles
By Caitlin Reilly, Inside Philanthropy
“University Program for First-Year Male Students Earns $100,000 Grant”
February 14, 2018 | Education, LASIF
Cal Poly Pomona University News Center
“What L.A. should look for in its next police chief and school superintendent”
March 5, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles
By Fred Ali, Antonia Hernández and Robert K. Ross, Los Angeles Times
“City Attorney Mike Feuer Launches School Safety Panel; Will Hold Hearings Throughout Los Angeles”
March 5, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles
Los Angeles City Attorney’s newsroom
“Ballet Hispánico, Cal State LA bring arts education to Southeast L.A. YMCA”
March 22, 2018 | Arts, Education
By Jillian Beck, Cal State LA News Service
“Will Today’s Young Activists Become Their Generation’s Lifelong Advocates for Change?”
April 2, 2018 | Civic Engagement, Education
By Wendy Lazarus & Laurie Lipper, Medium
“College Promise Programs in Los Angeles County Receive Support to Strengthen Student Success”
April 3, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles
The Campaign for College Opportunity Newsroom
“Panel prepares to address school safety issues”
April 5, 2018 | Early Childhood, Education, Los Angeles
By Edwin Folven, Beverly Press Online
“Making promises that count”
April 12, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles
American Association of Community Colleges 21st Century Center
California Community Foundation Awards $4.9 Million to Create Positive Change in Los Angeles County
April 12, 2018 | CCF, Education, Health, LASIF, Press Release
LOS ANGELES – April 12, 2018 – The California Community Foundation (CCF) has awarded $4,967,204, through 57 grants to nonprofit organizations developing innovative solutions to address the needs of Los Angeles County and create positive change for all Angelenos.
“Campaign underway in California to elect a ‘children’s governor'”
April 13, 2018 | Early Childhood, Education, Philanthropy
By Louis Freedberg, EdSource
Los Angeles Scholars Investment Fund (LASIF) Fact Sheet
April 28, 2018 | Education, LASIF
The Los Angeles Scholars Investment Fund (LASIF) combines need-based scholarships with intensive services before and during college to addresses the multifaceted financial, academic and personal barriers that have led to a college completion crisis in our community. A partnership with the College Futures Foundation and committed donors, LASIF has granted more than $20 million since 2012 and helped more than 33,000 low-income Angelenos prepare for, pay for and succeed in college.
“John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest Winner Highlights Historic Vote for Women’s Suffrage”
May 1, 2018 | Education, Philanthropy
John F. Kennedy Library Foundation newsroom
“New Superintendent Austin Beutner pledges ‘commitment to change’”
May 2, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles
Office of Communications, Los Angeles Unified School District
“New L.A. schools chief Beutner pledges to listen, learn and take action”
May 3, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles
By Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times
“School Safety Meeting This Week”
May 30, 2018 | Early Childhood, Education, Los Angeles
Los Angeles Downtown News
California Community Foundation Awards $5.7 Million to Advance Opportunity in Los Angeles County
June 20, 2018 | CCF, Education, Health, Housing, Immigration, Press Release, Sustainability
LOS ANGELES – June 20, 2018 – The California Community Foundation (CCF) has awarded $5,750,020, through 54 grants to nonprofit organizations dedicated to creating a healthier, more empowered and more prosperous future for all Angelenos.
“‘Not all machines are evil,’ and other thoughts on California’s changing economy”
July 2, 2018 | Civic Engagement, Education, Housing
By Amy Chance, The Sacramento Bee
“New Education Fund for LAUSD Aims to Improve Student Performance”
July 5, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles
KFI AM640
“The Passing of Civil Rights Legend John Mack is a Deeply-Felt Loss to the Urban League Movement”
July 20, 2018 | Civic Engagement, Education, Philanthropy
by Marc H. Morial, L.A. Watts Times
“‘Invest and prioritize’: What to do about California schools”
July 30, 2018 | Early Childhood, Education
By Dan Schnur, Sacramento Bee
“‘Kids can’t learn’ when they’re hungry. How to help all California students succeed”
August 6, 2018 | Education, Philanthropy
Sacramento Bee
“‘Do what works for your schools’ — A new year kicks off in Los Angeles with a new superintendent looking for change”
August 14, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles, Philanthropy
By Esmeralda Fabián Romero, L.A. School Report
“Superintendent seeks more resources, increased learning”
August 16, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles, Philanthropy
By Don Wanlass, the Los Angeles Independent
“William Lautman of Nexus Health Announces Continued Expansion of Corporate Social Responsibility Program with Donations to Shawn Carter Foundation and Los Angeles Scholars Investment Fund”
August 20, 2018 | Education, LASIF, Philanthropy
By Nexus Health Capital
“MALDEF Commemorates 50th Anniversary By Honoring The Contributions Of Four Individuals In Advancing The Latino Community”
October 4, 2018 | Civic Engagement, Education, Immigration
MALDEF newsroom
“College Promise In California: Community-Wide Efforts To Support Student Success”
October 9, 2018 | Education, LASIF
By Mary Rauner, Forbes
California Community Foundation Awards $3 Million to Uplift Los Angeles Communities
October 23, 2018 | CCF, Civic Engagement, Education, Health, Housing, Immigration, Press Release, Sustainability
LOS ANGELES – October 23, 2018 – The California Community Foundation (CCF) has awarded $3,016,875 through 34 grants to Los Angeles County nonprofit organizations working to uplift vulnerable communities and advance long-lasting change.
“Commentary: We should invest in kids and their support networks, not juvenile justice systems”
October 31, 2018 | BLOOM, Education
By D’Artagnan Scorza, L.A. School Report
“More parents, less district: LAUSD’s new superintendent readies his strategic plan to bring change to LA schools”
November 12, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles
By Esmeralda Fabián Romero, LA School Report
“Obama Foundation Selects Five California Communities as part of MBK Community Challenge Competition”
November 15, 2018 | BLOOM, Education, Los Angeles
California Funders for Boys and Men of Color newsroom
“If Los Angeles teachers strike, poor students will lose”
December 28, 2018 | Education, Los Angeles
By Fred Ali, Antonia Hernández and Robert K. Ross
“Standardized tests unfairly favor wealthier students in college admissions”
January 15, 2019 | Education, LASIF, Los Angeles
By Francisco Valero-Cuevas, Samantha Sklaar and Megan Peters, Sacramento Bee
“California Community Foundation Awards Grants Totaling $5.5 Million”
January 19, 2019 | Education, Health, Housing, Immigration, Philanthropy
Philanthropy News Digest
“Transform Learning LA”
February 5, 2019 | CCF Publication, Early Childhood, Education
California Community Foundation
Los Angeles County Poised to Provide Additional Community-based Services for Youth Diversion and Development in History-making Partnership
February 7, 2019 | BLOOM, Education, Los Angeles, Press Release, Youth Empowerment
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors yesterday approved a historic Public/Private Partnership between the Los Angeles County Probation Department and two of the area’s leading grant-makers—the Liberty Hill Foundation and the California Community Foundation. This landmark collaboration will dramatically increase services and opportunities delivered by local community-based organizations to youth currently in the probation […]
“Los Angeles Partners with Foundations on $3.2 Million Venture to Prevent Juvenile Delinquency”
February 12, 2019 | Education, Philanthropy, Youth Empowerment
By Taylor Walker, Witness LA
“CSUN Joins UC Berkeley, Compton Unified Efforts in Retaining Male Teachers of Color”
February 27, 2019 | Education, Los Angeles, Philanthropy
San Fernando Valley Sun
“With new ears in capitol, scholars push K–12 improvements”
March 6, 2019 | Early Childhood, Education
By Ross Brenneman, USC Rossier newsroom
Application Process Opens to Provide Community-Based Youth Development Services
March 19, 2019 | Education, Press Release, Youth Empowerment
A new grant opportunity to support and expand local youth development services and programs centered on healing, learning, and opportunity in high need areas across Los Angeles County opened today. This collaboration will expand opportunities and resources for programs that keep youth out of the criminal justice system and help those in the system successfully transition back into the community.
“California Community Foundation Invites Applications for New Youth Development Initiative”
March 20, 2019 | Education, Los Angeles, Philanthropy, Youth Empowerment
Philanthropy News Digest
Yes on Measure EE So All Students Can Thrive
April 3, 2019 | Education, Los Angeles
The California Community Foundation (CCF) believes in a future where all Angelenos have the opportunity to contribute to the productivity, health and well-being of our region. Our common fate will be determined by how successfully we improve the quality of life for all our residents. Our children represent the future of our community and their […]
“California’s education challenge: Preparing students for jobs in a rapidly-changing world”
April 22, 2019 | Civic Engagement, Education
By Dan Schnur, The Fresno Bee
California Community Foundation Awards $4.8 Million to Strengthen Los Angeles Communities
May 2, 2019 | CCF, Education, Health, Housing, Immigration, Los Angeles, Press Release
The California Community Foundation (CCF) awarded 37 grants totaling $4,880,730 to nonprofit organizations working to create change and unlock the potential of our region.
“Social justice advocate Antonia Hernández to receive honorary doctorate at Cal State LA Commencement”
May 8, 2019 | CCF, Education, Philanthropy
By Cal State LA News Service
“Antonia Hernández recibe doctorado honorario en Cal State LA”
May 22, 2019 | CCF, Civic Engagement, Education, Los Angeles
By Jacqueline García, La Opinión
“Medida EE busca fondos para educación”
May 23, 2019 | Civic Engagement, Education
By Virginia Gaglianone, La Opinión
“Want to avoid future strikes? Stop giving teachers something to strike about”
May 26, 2019 | Civic Engagement, Education
By Dan Schnur, Sacramento Bee
“La educación es lo más importante para asegurar el futuro”
May 28, 2019 | Education, Los Angeles, Philanthropy
Hispanos Press
BLOOM Final Report: Transforming the Lives of Young Men in South Los Angeles
May 31, 2019 | BLOOM, Education, Los Angeles, Youth Empowerment
$7.1 Million Awarded to 49 Nonprofit Organizations to Provide Community-Based Youth Development Services
July 18, 2019 | Education, Health, Philanthropy, Youth Empowerment
The public-private partnership between L.A. County Probation, Liberty Hill Foundation and the California Community Foundation has awarded $7.1 million to 49 L.A. based nonprofits providing community-based youth development services. The initiative is called Ready to Rise: Expanding Opportunities for All L.A. County Youth.
“Building a Lifetime of Options and Opportunities for Men of Color”
July 22, 2019 | BLOOM, Education
Momentum Solutions, Medium
“Member Spotlight – Antonia Hernández”
July 26, 2019 | Education, Philanthropy
California Funders for Boys and Men of Color newsroom
“What can we do to prepare our children for school earlier?”
August 4, 2019 | Education
By Dan Schnur, The Sacramento Bee
“Watts-Willowbrook Conservatory Offers Free Music Lessons for Youth”
August 9, 2019 | Arts, Early Childhood, Education
By Lauren Floyd, Los Angeles Sentinel
Parent engagement, bilingual education and immigrant friendly schools are crucial to student success in LA, where 60% of children have at least one immigrant parent, new report finds
January 21, 2020 | Education, Immigration, Media Mention, Newsroom Subject
LA School Report
¿Enfrentan inseguridad financiera las guarderías para niños en Los Ángeles?
January 23, 2020 | Early Childhood, Education, Media Mention
Los Angeles Times
Do childcare centers in Los Angeles face financial insecurity?
January 23, 2020 | Early Childhood, Education, Media Mention
Los Angeles Times
COVID-19 LA County Response Fund Grants $1.7 Million to Address the Immediate Needs of the Most Vulnerable
March 24, 2020 | Education, Health, Homelessness, Housing, Immigration, Los Angeles, Philanthropy, Press Release
California Community Foundation’s First Round of 70 Grants Focuses on the Needs of Youth, Homeless, Immigrants, Uninsured and Under Insured. LOS ANGELES – The California Community Foundation’s (CCF) COVID-19 LA County Response Fund grants $1.7 million to respond to the immediate and emerging needs of our region’s most vulnerable residents. CCF continues to monitor the […]
California Community Foundation Awards $1.8 Million In Second Round of COVID-19 LA County Response
April 15, 2020 | Education, Health, Homelessness, Housing, Immigration, Los Angeles, Philanthropy, Press Release
Supports Hardship Assistance, Youth and Family Services, Healthcare Staffing, Medical Resources and Community Organizing LOS ANGELES – Building on its first round of grants, the California Community Foundation’s (CCF) COVID-19 LA County Response Fund grants $1.8 million to 41 nonprofits to continue to address the immediate and emerging needs of our region’s most vulnerable residents—from […]
As Students and Schools Struggle With Remote Learning, Local Funders Shift K-12 Priorities
April 30, 2020 | Early Childhood, Education, Media Mention, Philanthropy
Inside Philanthropy
California Community Foundation Awards $7,949,500 through 110 Grants Via COVID-19 LA County Response Fund
May 4, 2020 | Education, Health, Homelessness, Housing, Immigration, Los Angeles, Philanthropy, Press Release
The California Community Foundation (CCF) announced the next rounds of its COVID-19 LA County Response Fund awards totaling $7,949,500. Since the start of this pandemic, CCF has awarded $11,922,500 to nonprofits across LA County bringing the total number of grants awarded to 233.
When distant education exposes historical California inequality
May 27, 2020 | Education, Los Angeles, Media Mention
Público
Supes Approve Expanding School-Based Intervention Programs for Young Men of Color
July 27, 2020 | BLOOM, Education, Media Mention, Newsroom Subject
SCVnews.com
Here’s How a Community Foundation Works to Get Students “To and Through” College
May 17, 2021 | Education, LASIF, Media Mention, Philanthropy
Inside Philanthropy
California State University campuses in Los Angeles County awarded grants to increase transfers
June 3, 2021 | Education, Media Mention, Newsroom Subject
EdSource
How California districts re-imagined summer school to focus on innovation and fun
November 19, 2021 | Education, Media Mention, Newsroom Subject
EdSource