What We Do

LCF EXISTS TO UNLEASH THE POWER OF LATINOS IN CALIFORNIA.

We fulfill our mission by building a movement of civically engaged philanthropic leaders, investing in Latino-led organizations, and increasing political participation of Latinos in California.

BUILDING A PHILANTHROPIC MOVEMENT

LCF has established the largest network of Latino philanthropists in the country. Our Latino Giving Circle Network® unites people with a shared sense of justice and generosity. With over 500 members and 22 Giving Circles across the state, these individuals have pooled their collective resources, time, and talents to invest in Latino-led organizations that are creating opportunities for youth and families to thrive. Join our growing movement! LCF also hosts the largest Latino Gala in California with over 600 leaders from nonprofits, corporate, foundations.

INVESTING IN LATINO-LED NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

LCF invests in Latino-led organizations advancing education, health and safety, civic engagement, and youth leadership in communities across California. Through core operating grants and capacity building efforts, LCF is committed to deepening the impact and expand the reach of organizations on the frontlines of social change. Our ultimate goal is to secure the future of Latino-led organizations as anchor institutions that leverage the strength and power of the communities they serve. LCF’s latest initiative, the Latino Nonprofit Accelerator, is a year-long program that provides marketing and communication training, fundraising mentorship, and leadership development for Latino-led organizations.

INCREASING CIVIC AND POLITICAL PARTICIPATION OF LATINOS

LCF is leading efforts to increase civic and political participation of Latinos in California. By investing in civic leadership, facilitating conversations between community leaders and policy makers, creating a California Latino Agenda, and mobilizing the Latino vote, LCF is elevating the voice of the largest ethnic group in the state. LCF’s Latino Power Fund is strengthening the civic muscle of Latino youth and families. From participation in the next presidential election to advocacy on historic federal and state investments, LCF is building the next generation of Latino civic leaders.