East Bay Community Foundation
We partner with donors, social movements, and the community to eliminate structural barriers, advance racial equity, and transform political, social, and economic outcomes for all who call the East Bay home.
Explore our core program strategies to learn more about how we’re advancing an inclusive, fair, and just East Bay.
Your Philanthropic Home
When you choose EBCF for your philanthropic giving, you’ll find a robust network of like-minded individuals dedicated to advancing social change.
Investing in Community
With our investment strategy you have the option for 100% mission-aligned investments with a competitive financial return.
“Philanthropy is commendable, but it must not cause the philanthropist to overlook the economic injustice that makes philanthropy necessary.”
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Featured News
The Hidden Genius Project & ASCEND: BLO > Empowering Black Leadership and Black Youth
Welcome to the first feature of EBCF’s community partner spotlight series. Our ASCEND: BLO team is proud to support The …
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EBCF Joins California’s Philanthropic Leaders in Standing United Against Hate & Division
Today we reaffirm our commitment to protecting communities, defending progress, and keeping the California Dream within reach for all.
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EBCF Announces Autumn McDonald as New Vice President of Community Investments and Partnerships
Oakland, CA, January 21, 2025 – Today, East Bay Community Foundation (EBCF) announced that Autumn McDonald has been selected as …
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By the Numbers
$
million in charitable assets under management
charitable funds under stewardship
$
million in grants in FY24
