News
Catch up on the latest news from East Bay Community Foundation. This section features letters from our president, community statements, press releases, and important news about the Foundation.
EBCF commits $250,000 to defend and uplift East Bay immigrant communities
The funding will support 11 organizations in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties East Bay Community Foundation is providing $250,000 this …
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EBCF’s 2025 Impact Report: Celebrating Our Collective Impact
By Brandi Howard If you turn on the news today, you’ll find plenty of stories designed to stir up anger …
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Janelle Cavanagh and Kaya Hersh, two visionary leaders, join East Bay Community Foundation
As Chief Philanthropy Officer and Chief Financial Officer, they bring decades of experience to EBCF’s work on behalf of East …
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ASCEND: BLO increases wellness funding for Black-led organizations
This round of grants will award $30,000 each to 10 organizations in Alameda County ASCEND: BLO, an initiative at East Bay …
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Stories & Insights
We’re proud to partner with movement leaders, community organizations, donors, institutions, and government partners across the East Bay region. As a community catalyst, we’ll post stories and insights about our partnerships in this section.
Oakland Goes Outdoors and the Riddell Family Fund are Growing Resilience, Health and Connection
EBCF is committed to creating a healthy and thriving East Bay. On issues ranging from education to racial equity and …
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EBCF commits $250,000 to defend and uplift East Bay immigrant communities
The funding will support 11 organizations in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties East Bay Community Foundation is providing $250,000 this …
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How to Support East Bay’s Immigrant Communities
At EBCF, we set our course by this north star: a vision of an East Bay where everyone has the …
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Debrah Giles: Championing Arts, Culture, and Community Power in the East Bay
Celebrating 14 Years of Leadership at East Bay Community Foundation At East Bay Community Foundation (EBCF), we believe that arts …
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Events
Find information about upcoming and recent town hall events, community forums, our Inclusive Economy Showcase, and more in this section.
Resource Library
Looking for a report about donor organizing or transforming philanthropy? Find it here in the Resources Library.
What is a Donor-Advised Fund?
A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a personalized approach to philanthropy that allows donors to make a charitable donation to a …
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Three Ways to Use Your Donor-Advised Fund Beyond Grantmaking
Learn how you can make loans, loan guarantees, and private equity investments.
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10 Must-Read Books for Latinx Heritage Month
Pick a book and learn more about Latinx heritage this month and every month.
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