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BETTER BROTHERS LOS ANGELES (BBLA) & THE DIVA FOUNDATION, LED BY EMMY® AWARD-WINNING ACTRESS & ACTIVIST SHERYL LEE RALPH WILL HONOR KARINE JEAN-PIERRE WITH THE HISTORY MAKER AWARD & MULTIMEDIA MAVERICK MONA SCOTT-YOUNG WITH THE ALLY AWARD

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Better Brothers Los Angeles (BBLA), in partnership with The DIVA Foundation, under the guidance of the Emmy® Award-winning actress and activist Sheryl Lee Ralph Abbott Elementary, is proud to announce additional honorees, host, performers, and presenters for the 10th Annual Truth Awards. This event promises to be a groundbreaking celebration of excellence and empowerment. Wendy Raquel Robinson, an Emmy® Award-winning producer and actress known for her role as sports agent Tasha Mack on The Game, will host the landmark event. The 10th Annual Truth Awards will be held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday, March 30th, from 5:30 pm to 11:00 pm. As BBLA celebrates a decade of excellence, this year's awards show promises to be an unprecedented affair spanning three unforgettable evenings - a groundbreaking first in the Truth Awards history.

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  • "We are thrilled to have Emmy®Award-winning producer Wendy Raquel Robinson as our host for this special milestone event," said Vincent L. Holmes, co-founder of Better Brothers Los Angeles (BBLA). "
  • her talent and passion for supporting the community aligns perfectly with the mission of the Truth Awards."
  • Hailey Kilgore, a distinguished actress who received a TONY AWARD nomination for her outstanding contributions to the industry, will deliver an awe-inspiring performance.
  • "The recognition of Karine Jean-Pierre is a testament to her unwavering dedication to social justice and equality," said Sheryl Lee Ralph, Founder of The DIVA Foundation.

KBLA Talk 1580 Announces Historic 12-Month, $2 Million Climate Justice Campaign Aimed at California Communities of Color on MLK Holiday Weekend, Friday, January 12, 2024, 10:30 AM, MLK Memorial Tree Grove @ Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area

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Friday, January 12, 2024
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Going Public PR, a Black and female-owned Communications and Branding agency, will lead the coordination of the aforementioned efforts.

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  • Going Public PR, a Black and female-owned Communications and Branding agency, will lead the coordination of the aforementioned efforts.
  • Additional Quotes About the Climate Justice Campaign:
    “LADWP is a proud partner in this climate justice campaign, and it perfectly complements the numerous climate equity initiatives we already have underway.
  • “We recognize the urgent need for action in the face of climate change, especially within our communities of color.
  • While KBLA Talk 1580 is unapologetically progressive, the station and its on-air talent prefer good ideas over ideology.

Nonprofit Sector Faces Pressing Challenges in Worker Stress, Public Trust, and Donor Participation, Shows New Report at the 2023 Upswell Summit

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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Independent Sector launched the report in advance of the 2023 Upswell Summit , co-hosted with Social Venture Partners (SVP) Dallas in Dallas, Texas on November 15-17, 2023.

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  • Independent Sector launched the report in advance of the 2023 Upswell Summit , co-hosted with Social Venture Partners (SVP) Dallas in Dallas, Texas on November 15-17, 2023.
  • The 2023 Upswell Summit will provide a central meeting place for more than 600 nonprofit and foundation leaders, philanthropists, business and corporate leaders, activists, academics, journalists, and changemakers.
  • The report covers sector health data, as well as Independent Sector’s analysis from 2022 through the second quarter of 2023.
  • View the official PSA for the 2023 Upswell Summit here: https://youtu.be/sKKuyP41vDI
    You may also follow along on social media using #Upswell2023.

More than $539,000 in Strategic Grants Awarded by Community Foundation

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Community Foundation of Frederick County is excited to announce that it awarded more than $539,000 in strategic grants to 21 area nonprofits dedicated to improving lives and enhancing Frederick County.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Community Foundation of Frederick County is excited to announce that it awarded more than $539,000 in strategic grants to 21 area nonprofits dedicated to improving lives and enhancing Frederick County.
  • The Community Foundation's strategic grants focus on supporting families with children, preparing for a growing aging population, and responding to substance use disorder.
  • Generous donors who have created unrestricted funds trust the Community Foundation to award grants that address the community's most pressing needs.
  • As a leader in grant and scholarship funding, The Community Foundation of Frederick County has given back more than $94 million to the community since 1986.

Carnegie Corporation of New York Contributes $5 Million to National Initiative Focused on Revitalizing Local News

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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The Corporation is awarding $5 million in addition to its existing portfolio of media grants.

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  • The Corporation is awarding $5 million in addition to its existing portfolio of media grants.
  • Introducing #PressForward: An unprecedented philanthropic collaboration to inform and engage communities by bolstering local news with an investment of over $500M.
  • Since 2005, approximately 2,200 local newspapers have closed, resulting in 20 percent of Americans living in “news deserts” with little to no reliable coverage of important local events.
  • Investments in nonpartisan public policy development, analysis, and advocacy are needed at the local, state, and national levels.

Health Net Provides $500,000 in Grants to Support Redetermination Effort

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Net, one of California's most experienced Medi-Cal managed care health plans and a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, has awarded $500,000 in grants to eight Los Angeles organizations to increase outreach and education efforts on the rolling Medi-Cal eligibility redetermination process. To assist residents in keeping their health coverage, it is critical that Medi-Cal enrollees are aware of upcoming deadlines and the available resources to guide them through their renewal.

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  • "Through our partnership, we are keeping people covered, helping local organizations spread important information and encouraging Angelenos to take action for their health."
  • "Garfield Health Center extends our gratitude to Health Net and the California Community Foundation for their support in empowering us to assist consumers in the San Gabriel Valley with Medi-Cal enrollment, understanding their benefits and navigating the complexities of the health care system," said Chief Financial Officer at Garfield Health Center, Jamie Thai.
  • Earlier this year, Health Net launched the Review to Renew campaign to provide Californian residents, healthcare providers and community organizations with resources to help Medi-Cal members navigate the redetermination process and keep their health coverage.
  • As part of the campaign, Health Net is also educating residents about Medi-Cal redetermination at dozens of cultural and community events across the state.

Larta Institute and Los Angeles Food Policy Council Publish Study on Gaps, Barriers and Opportunities for Urban Agriculture in Los Angeles

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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Despite being a major food exporter, one in four households in LA County grapples with food insecurity.

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  • Despite being a major food exporter, one in four households in LA County grapples with food insecurity.
  • The report calls for prioritizing urban agriculture within the county to root the development of urban farms more firmly in the region.
  • “Urban agriculture will play a significant role in paving the way for food sovereignty in Los Angeles.
  • At the same time, urban farming is also a potent instrument in mitigating the effects of climate change,” said Alba Velasquez, executive director of the Los Angeles Food Policy Council.

Miguel A. Santana Named Next President and CEO of the California Community Foundation

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Community Foundation (CCF) Board of Directors announced that Miguel A. Santana will be CCF's next president and CEO.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Community Foundation (CCF) Board of Directors announced that Miguel A. Santana will be CCF's next president and CEO.
  • Santana currently serves as the president and CEO of the Weingart Foundation; he will assume his new role on October 16, 2023.
  • Prior to joining the Weingart Foundation, he served as president and CEO of the Fairplex, a nonprofit community benefit organization based in Pomona.
  • "On behalf of the Weingart Board, we want to congratulate Miguel A. Santana on his appointment as president and CEO of CCF," said Monica Lozano, chair, Weingart Foundation board of directors.

EDUCATION NONPROFIT AXIS ANNOUNCES ITS AXIS TO EQUITY FUND: ENSURING EQUITABLE ACCESS AND OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENTS AND FAMILIES OF COLOR WITH SEED FUNDING FROM THE CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Axis, a nonprofit that partners with Los Angeles area independent schools to create pathways for underrepresented students and families of color to access, navigate and thrive in private education, is proud to announce the launch of the Axis to Equity Fund, an innovative solution aimed at providing equitable opportunities for students and families of color in Axis Partner Schools. This pioneering initiative, initially funded by The California Community Foundation, addresses the supplementary costs of education, ensuring that financial limitations do not impede access to quality education and the full range of benefits an independent school can offer.

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  • Education is a powerful tool that opens doors and empowers individuals to reach their fullest potential.
  • However, the cost of an independent school education remains a barrier to access for many families.
  • The Axis to Equity Fund seeks to promote inclusivity, diversity, and equitable opportunities within independent schools.
  • Axis invites individuals, organizations, and corporations who share its vision for an equitable education system to contribute to the Axis to Equity Fund.

Kelly Marmol Named Vice President of Philanthropic Services at Community Foundation of Broward

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kelly Marmol has been named Vice President of Philanthropic Services at Community Foundation of Broward. Her focus is on forging partnerships with individuals, families and organizations to create and expand charitable funds at the Community Foundation.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kelly Marmol has been named Vice President of Philanthropic Services at Community Foundation of Broward.
  • At the Community Foundation, Marmol leads outreach to local philanthropists who want to invest in their community.
  • Kelly takes the reins of the Philanthropic Services Team from Nancy Thies, who continues as Philanthropic Services Executive tackling special initiatives, including building support for the Community Foundation's Broward Center for Nonprofit Excellence .
  • For more information about Community Foundation of Broward, please email Kirk Englehardt, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at the Community Foundation ( [email protected] ) or call 954-761-9503, ext.