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Announcing LCF’s Newest Board Members
The Latino Community Foundation (LCF) is thrilled to announce the appointment of two new board members: Hector Mujica, Head of Americas Philanthropy at Google.org, and Angélica Salas, Executive Director of CHIRLA. Their diverse expertise and commitment to Latino communities will strengthen LCF as we pursue our mission to unleash the civic and economic power of
Announcing the Relaunch of our Latino Power Fund
The Latino Community Foundation (LCF) is and has been ready to respond to times of challenge, crisis and opportunity affecting our Latino communities. In this moment, with a target on the back of our community, we have no time to waste. Our team is partnering with community leaders now to transform lessons from the past
Together, We Build What’s Next: LCF Post Election Reflection
This morning, we woke up with a clearer sense of what lies ahead for the next four years. In the midst of it all, I hope you’re finding the space you need to process, reflect, and connect with loved ones who, like us, are considering what this moment means for our future. In my own
This November, Let’s Correct California’s Wrongful Past and Reaffirm Marriage Equality
Almost sixteen years ago, while Californians joined the nation in electing its first Black president, they also made same-sex marriage illegal in the state. Proposition 8, which amended California’s Constitution to recognize marriage as solely between a man and a woman, was the mechanism that voters chose to codify misguided attitudes towards the LGBTQ+ community.
New Poll Shows California Latino Voters to be Pivotal in Deciding Balance of Power in Congress
The Latino Community Foundation (LCF), in partnership with BSP Research, announced the results of our latest poll of Latino voters in California’s five competitive congressional districts. These congressional districts will be key to determining which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives next term – and Latino voters make up a big part of each
LCF Launches New Latino Capital Accelerator to Drive Economic Justice and Opportunity for Latino Entrepreneurs
The Latino Community Foundation (LCF) is thrilled to announce the launch of the Latino Capital Accelerator, an innovative new program designed to address community demand for greater control over their economic futures. This program will expand access to capital and enhance the infrastructure of Latino-led nonprofits dedicated to unleashing the power of Latino entrepreneurs across
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LCF Announces Results of Statewide Poll of Latino Voters in California
The Latino Community Foundation (LCF), in partnership with BSP Research, announced the results of its statewide poll of Latino voters in California. Significant findings of the poll include: •When asked about the top issues facing the country, Latino voters overwhelmingly cite cost of living, housing costs, and concerns over jobs and the economy •When asked
A Summer in Community With Our Latino Leaders
In a crucial year for Latino families, the Latino Community Foundation (LCF) is expanding our programs and deepening our partnerships with grassroots leaders who are at the forefront of community-driven solutions. In addition to expanding our grantmaking to Nevada and Arizona, we continue to prioritize underserved regions. Our latest initiative, Activate Imperial, is a public-private partnership with the