LCF is committed to convening Latinos from all over California to connect, strategize, learn, network and amplify our collective impact. We offer a range of events for you throughout the year. Register below for our upcoming events or contact us for additional information.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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PAST EVENTS
MAY
19
LGCN Retreat & Fiesta
For the first time since 2020, Latino Giving Circles from across the state will come together for a day of community service, connection, and reflection. We’ll end the day with what we do best – a fiesta to celebrate 10 years of collective giving and impact led by YOU, our Latino philanthropists.
We’ll begin the retreat reconnecting with ourselves and each other taking in the healing medicine of the Pacific Ocean. LCF will partner with Ayudando Latinos a Sonar (ALAS) for a meaningful service opportunity with our farmworkers. We’ll reconvene at Oceana to reflect and strategize for the future of our network.
Are you hungry for purpose and inspiration? Make this a priority for 2023 because you deserve it. Join us for this historic gathering and be part of crafting the future for our movement.
Agenda and more details will be shared as the date approaches. This event is restricted to LGCN members only. Members are welcome to invite interested friends to the fiesta at 5pm.
DATE: May 19, 2023 | 10:00 AM PDT
LOCATION: Half Moon Bay
SEPT
15
El Poder Latino
This signature LCF event will showcase Latina entrepreneurship and celebrate our power and culture to kick off this year’s Latino Heritage Month. We are inviting Latina entrepreneurs, VCs, and Latino-led CDFI’s alongside influencers, policy-makers, and artists. Join us to unleash the economic power of Latinos and amplify the brilliance of our entrepreneurs!
DATE: September 15, 2022. | 2:00PM – 4:30PM PT
LOCATION: Bay Area
OCT
12
El Poder Latino
A powerful conversation on El Poder Latino: Rebuilding a Just Economy for California! Our dynamic speakers and leaders are ready to point to the solutions we need to build a more just economy for our state and nation! We’re shining a spotlight on the essential role Latino entrepreneurs have and will continue to play in our nation’s growing economy.
DATE: Oct. 12, 2021 | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Virtual Event
APR
1
A Year On The Frontlines
As we approach the one year mark of this pandemic, we are bringing together our network of Latino philanthropists, grassroots leaders, and advocates to reflect on the challenges and highlight lessons learned during the pandemic to inform our collective future.
DATE: Apr. 1, 2021 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Virtual Event
FEB
20
LGCN 2021 Retreat
Let’s start off 2021 centered on people and purpose! The Latino Giving Circle Network retreat is the perfect opportunity to connect with other Giving Circle members in the network, learn about how we can deepen our impact as philanthropists, and build the power of our civically engaged network.
DATE: Feb. 20, 2021 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Virtual Event
FEB
1
NEW YEAR, NOW WHAT?
The Community Investment Network and Latino Giving Circle Network gathered their Black and Latino Giving Circle members to honor Black History Month, deepen bonds, and share dreams.
DATE: Feb. 1, 2021 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM PT
LOCATION: Virtual Event
SEPT
29
MUJERES & POLITICS: 2020 IT’S ON
Women of Color are the changemakers in America’s democracy and economy. From the ballot box to the storefronts of America, women of color are safeguarding our democracy and strengthening our economy every single day.
During this important discussion, we will hear from the women who are leading movements to increase voter turnout among women of color, who are starting and leading small-businesses and companies, and who are leveraging the power of their communities to increase philanthropic funding to support women civic engagement.
This event is sponsored by Bank of America.
DATE: Sept. 29, 2020 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Virtual Event
OCT
1
Dismantling Transphobia in the Workplace
Being transgender in the workplace is often met with passive ignorance, offensive invasion of privacy, and blatant discrimination. According to one study, as many as 90 percent of transgender workers have reported some form of harassment or mistreatment on the job. These workplace abuses pose a real and immediate threat to the economic security of gay and transgender workers.
How can companies and organizations unlearn transphobic beliefs in order to foster a more inclusive workplace for transgender and gender nonconforming workers?
DATE: Oct. 1, 2020 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Virtual Event
OCT
6
WE THE PEOPLE: The Power of the Latino Community in CA
Join us as LCF brings together students, philanthropists, grassroots leaders, entrepreneurs, business owners, and advocates to mobilize the Latino vote for the 2020 Presidential Election. At this virtual rally, we’re making it clear: We are voting early and inspiring our community to vote early too!
DATE: Oct. 6, 2020 | 4:00 – 5:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Virtual Event
SEPT
23
Dismantling Transphobia in the Latinx Community
Isa Noyola and Maritza Martinez, two social justice activists, will help explain transphobia and provide a framework for you to unlearn, heal, and become an ally for all trans and gender noncomforming people.
DATE: Sept. 23, 2020 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM PT
LOCATION: Virtual Event
MAY
21
15th ANNUAL GALA CELEBRATION
We’re Going Virtual! Are you ready for an evening of hope, unity, and community? Your Latino Community Foundation Family is ready to deliver! On May 21st at 6:30 p.m., we are taking our Quinceañera Coming of Age Celebration directly to your living room!
DATE: May 21st, 2020 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM PT
LOCATION: Virtual Event
APRIL
7
DIRECT LINE TO THE FRONTLINES
As part of the Love Not Fear Fund, Latino Community Foundation’s response to COVID-19, this event featured four community partners directly on the frontlines serving the Latino community. Watch the full video below.
DATE: April 7, 2020
LOCATION: Facebook Live
SEPTEMBER
21
LATINO OUTDOORS: COMMUNITY HIKE 2019
In partnership with Target, LCF is promoting healthy eating and active living in the lives of Latino youth and their families. LCF is partnering with the following Latino organizations to get it done: Somos Mayfair, Latino Outdoors, and National Compadres Network.
DATE: September 21st, 2019 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
LOCATION: Land’s End, 680 Point Lobos Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
JULY
31
LATINO DEBATE WATCH PARTY
On March 3, 2020, over 7.7 million Latinos will be eligible to vote for the California Presidential Primary. Our participation in this next election is crucial and will set the tone for our state and the country!
Join the Latino Community Foundation and Accenture’s Bay Area Hispanic American Employee Resource Group (ERG) for a live viewing of the second Democratic Presidential Debate with a post-debate discussion featuring community leaders from the Bay Area.
What are the issues facing the Latino community in this election?
Are the candidates making the active effort to talk to Latinos?
How can we prepare our community to vote in this election?
AGENDA:
5:00-7:00pm – Democratic Debate Watch Party
7:00-7:45pm – Post-Debate Discussion on The Latino Stake in the 2020 Presidential Election
7:45-8:00pm – Final Thoughts and Call to Action
DATE: July 31st, 2019 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATION: Accenture, 415 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
APRIL
24
ANNUAL POLICY SUMMIT
When?
Wednesday, April 24th, 2019
SUMMIT: 8:30 am-5:00 pm
POST SUMMIT RECEPTION: 5:00-7:00 pm
Where?
SUMMIT: Golden 1 Center, 500 David J. Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814
POST SUMMIT RECEPTION: Cafeteria 15L, 1116 15th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
What?
For 2019, LCF will host its most important Latino Policy Summit yet.
This is a monumental year to prepare California’s Latino community for the 2020 Presidential Election and the 2020 Census. As the largest Latino voting bloc in the nation at 7.7 million eligible voters, we have the responsibility to advocate for meaningful change in our state and country. Influencing the outcome of this election is critical and Latinos have the power to do so.
Latinos will also play a pivotal role in ensuring California gets its fair share of representation and funding to meet the growing needs of our state. From Los Angeles and the Bay Area to the rural areas of the Central Valley, let’s make sure all Latinos are ready to be counted in the 2020 Census to secure these rights for our communities and state.
Immediately following the Summit, we will bring the power of our community to the State Capitol by visiting the legislators we elected to represent our interests. After the Legislative Visits, all Summit attendees are invited to re-connect and convene with attendees and members of the Latino Legislative Caucus at the Latino Leadership Reception at Cafeteria 15L at 5 pm.
MAY
17
ANNUAL GALA: CELEBRATING PHILANTHROPY CON SABOR LATINO
When? Friday, May 17th, 2019 | 6:00 pm
Where? The Fairmont Hotel, 950 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
What? An unforgettable evening as we Celebrate the joy of giving con sabor Latino! The Latino Community Foundation exists to unleash the power of Latinos. On this special evening we celebrate the leadership and contributions made by our past, present, and future leaders. We celebrate culture, values, and families! We celebrate and honor the sacrifices that have been made to open doors of access of opportunities for others. We celebrate you—and your legacy!
MARCH
6
LATINO POLITICAL POWER IN CALIFORNIA: 25 YEARS AFTER PROPOSITION 187
When? March 6, 2018 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where? The Museum of Contemporary Art, 250 South Grand Avenue, Ahmanson Auditorium, Los Angeles, CA 90012
What? Join us for a historic evening featuring the key leaders that fought against Prop. 187.
Who? Jacqueline Martinez Garcel, CEO, Latino Community Foundation
Antonia Hernandez, President & CEO, California Community Foundation
Angelica Salas, Executive Director, CHIRLA
Annetta Wells, Board Member, Community Coalition
Michele Siqueiros, President, Campaign for College Opportunity
Kevin de León, Senate President Emeritus, California State Senate
NOVEMBER
27
RECAP OF THE 2018 MID-ELECTIONS: THE POWER OF THE LATINO VOTE & WHERE WE GO FROM HERE?
When? November 27, 2018 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where? Salesforce, San Francisco
What? Discussion to reflect on the results of the 2018 Midterm Election and strategize for 2020.
SEPTEMBER
22
LCF & LATINO OUTDOORS COMMUNITY HIKE
WHEN: September 22, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Roberts Regional Recreation Area, Redwood Bowl Staging Area, Oakland, CA 94062
Join the LCF, Target, and Latino Outdoors at Roberts Regional Recreation Area in Oakland. Led by a bilingual guide, we will learn about nature, connect back to our roots, and make new friendships while hiking in the great outdoors.
SEPTEMBER
25
ADVANCING THE LATINO AGENDA
WHEN: September 25
WHERE: Kaiser Permanente, San Jose
Sara Velten will make a presentation regarding the Latino Giving Circle Network to Latino affinity groups, event organized by Kaiser Latino Association.
SEPTEMBER
26
LCF NONPROFIT ACCELERATOR RETREAT
WHEN: September 26, 2018 at 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Digital NEST, 318 Union St. Watsonville, CA
LCF will host its final retreat for the first Latino Nonprofit Accelerator cohort! We will be celebrating the power of our Latino nonprofit leaders, host a Pitch Session and engage mentors and Latino tech leaders.
SEPTEMBER
27
2018 STATE OF HISPANICS
WHEN: September 27, 2018 at 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Sacramento State, Redwood Room, University Union, 6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819
Jacqueline Martinez Garcel will be moderating a panel of experts at this year’s “Count Us In!” panel to discuss important trends on civic engagement as it relates to Latinos in and the 2020 Census. State of Hispanics event is where the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce highlights the impact and influence of Hispanics in Sacramento and beyond.
SEPTEMBER
27
STRONGER TOGETHER – 2018 NAPA VALLEY COAD CONFERENCE
WHEN: September 27, 2018 at 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Westin Verasa Hotel – 1314 McKinstry Street, Napa, CA 94559
Samantha Sandoval will be speaking on a panel on Equity and Disaster, sharing our experience with our North Bay Just Recovery efforts.
SEPTEMBER
28
LATINO BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE BY HAYWARD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WHEN: September 28, 2018 at 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
WHERE: St. Rose Hospital, 27190 Calaroga Avenue, Hayward, CA
Samantha Sandoval will be speaking about our efforts on the 2020 Census for Latino business professionals.
OCTOBER
02
DROPBOX: LUNCH AND LEARN
WHEN: October 2, 2018
WHERE: Dropbox, San Francisco
Sara Velten will be sharing insights on our Latino Giving Circle Network with Dropbox’s Latino ERG.
OCTOBER
05
REUNION ANUAL INCAISTA – INCAE BUSINESS SCHOOL
WHEN: October 5, 2018
WHERE: Alajuela, Costa Rica
Jacqueline Martinez Garcel will be co-hosting a plenary session on “Defining an Individual Strategy for Social Investment” and share the trends transforming the future of philanthropy, including the Latino Giving Circle Network and LCF wider efforts.
OCTOBER
10
LCF LAUNCHES INLAND EMPIRE GIVING CIRCLE!
WHEN: October 10, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Metro Ale House, 197 East 2nd Street, Pomona, CA 91766
Join us to launch the Inland Empire Latino Giving Circle and let us know if you have anyone who might be interested in joining.
OCTOBER
10
NATIONAL LATINO LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
WHEN: October 10, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Los Angeles Downtown, 120 South Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles, CA
Sara Velten will be speaking on Latino philanthropy and our civic engagement efforts in this annual gathering.
OCTOBER
11
COMMUNITY WATER CENTER: CONFERENCE KEYNOTE
WHEN: October 11, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Café 210, 210 W Center Ave, Visalia, CA 93291
Jacqueline Martinez Garcel will serve as a keynote for the Community Water Center’s annual conference regarding the need for safe drinking water in California.
OCTOBER
16
WE STAND WITH PUERTO RICO! LATINOS IN CALIFORNIA UNITE FOR A JUST RECOVERY
WHEN: October 16, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Twitter – SF Tenth Building, 875 Stevenson Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
In partnership with the Hispanic Federation and Twitter Alas, LCF will be hosting an event that convenes key leaders who mobilized their community after Hurricane Maria to discuss the future of Puerto Rico and how we can leverage civic engagement to achieve maximum impact for Puerto Ricans living on the Island.
