In response to the devastating wildfires that have upended the lives of thousands of families in the Los Angeles community, the Latino Community Foundation is announcing $1 million in grants from our California Wildfire Relief Fund. These funds will provide critical and immediate support to community-based organizations focused on the inclusion and support of Latino
The wildfires tearing through Southern California have upended the lives of countless families. Among them are homeowners, small business owners, and workers who are the heart and soul of these communities, including domestic workers, day laborers, and small contractors. Our team spent yesterday connecting with our grassroots partners and Latino Giving Circle Members in Los
I want to start the new year by thanking you for the tremendous support and goodwill you provided to the Latino Community Foundation (LCF) during my first year as CEO. I’ve loved every minute of this role, from working with a fantastically talented team to witnessing the impact of dedicated partners and learning about philanthropy.
This year marked the seventh anniversary of one of California’s most destructive wildfire seasons on record. In 2017, after the Tubbs Fire ravaged communities in Napa and Sonoma Counties, the Latino Community Foundation (LCF) partnered with Latino-led and Latino-serving organizations to ensure that Latino and immigrant families could receive critical financial and emergency assistance, rehousing
As the incoming presidential administration openly threatens the safety and security of undocumented and mixed-status families, the Latino Community Foundation is investing in grassroots organizations that are protecting these vulnerable families. We’re proud to announce 6 strategic capacity grants to frontline immigrant rights organizations across California, helping them to prepare for and respond to imminent challenges. The
Our signature initiative, the Latino Giving Circle Network (LGCN)—a collective of visionary philanthropists dedicated to strengthening Latino communities through impactful giving—proudly announces a significant milestone: over $3 million in grants awarded to 179 organizations championing civic engagement, economic equity, and community empowerment. This achievement highlights the remarkable commitment of LGCN members to create lasting change
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
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
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