EPIP Bay Area | The 2024 Election: Impacts on Bay Area BIPOC Communities (Part 2)
The Black Funders Network of the Bay Area (BFN), Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy (EPIP) Bay Area Chapter, and Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP) are partnering together to host "2024 Election Series: Impacts on Bay Area Black & Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) Communities". The program will focus on understanding the key issues at stake, engaging community and philanthropic leaders, and fostering cross-racial solidarity to advocate for stronger social impact.
The panel discussion will be moderated by Raquiba LaBrie, Vice President of Programs at the San Francisco Foundation (SFF), and former BFN Co-Chair (2023-2024). Her work and oversight ensures that SFF utilizes all its tools and networks to advance racial equity and economic inclusion in the Bay Area. Her unique perspective will help to shape a meaningful and insightful program for attendees at all levels of philanthropic and social impact communities of practice. We are excited to welcome her as the moderator. Stay tuned for speaker announcements in the near future!
The purpose of this event is to inform the community about critical issues impacting BIPOC communities in the Bay Area and how the 2024 election may affect them.
By the end of the program series, participants will:
- Understand the key measures and propositions on the November ballot directly affecting BIPOC communities in the Bay Area and California.
- Engage with a platform that empowers community and philanthropic leaders to share their experiences, challenges, and strategies for future BIPOC advocacy.
- Foster shared learning and cross-racial solidarity among philanthropic and nonprofit communities, strengthening collaborative efforts for sustainable and impactful change.
Session One - Panel Discussion*
Thursday, October 17th, 2024 | 3:00-4:30 PM | Oakland, CA - Note: venue details will be shared prior to the event.
Session Two - Post-Election Debrief | Community Discussion*
Thursday, November 14th, 2024 | 3:00-4:30 PM | Virtual (Zoom) - Note: a Zoom registration link will be shared after you register.
Who May Attend: Our primary audience consists of philanthropic professionals; however, we are also extending the invitation to nonprofit leaders and other community members.
Cost: Free
In consideration of ongoing health concerns, we are hosting this event in person with a COVID-conscious approach. Attendance is at your own risk, and while masks are not required, we encourage those who are willing and able to wear a mask for the safety and comfort of all attendees. We remain committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
The hosts of this program do not endorse or oppose any political party or candidate. The purpose of this event is to provide an open forum for education and discussion on important community issues. Our organizations remain strictly nonpartisan and do not support or engage in political campaigns for any candidates running for public office.
*Speaker confirmations are in progress—stay tuned for upcoming announcements!
EPIP Bay Area | Transformative Conversations with Emerging & Seasoned Leaders in Philanthropy
From 2019 - 2021, EPIP Bay Area & The Libra Foundation held in person and virtual gatherings where women of color philanthropic leaders spoke with EPIP’s audiences about their journeys fighting for justice and authenticity in the field.
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Read moreAnnouncing EPIP Bay Area's Mentoring Program
In response to membership feedback, EPIP Bay Area is proud to launch the pilot of a new Mentorship Program to connect young, emerging professionals in philanthropy with experienced practitioners in order to expand networks, deepen learning opportunities, and strengthen professional development.
Inspired by EPIP National’s strategic framework and similar programs hosted by EPIP Boston, EPIP DC, and EPIP LA, the Bay Area chapter sees this as an opportunity to support our members in their internal and external advocacy and our shared commitment to equity and social justice in philanthropy.
The inaugural 2018-2019 cohort includes up to 10 emerging and mid-level leaders and up to 10 seasoned professionals who are paired for one-on-one Mentoring Partnerships.
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- Ammarah Maqsood, Sr. Director of Development, Huckleberry Youth Programs (Co-Chair)
- Nina Lagpacan, Program Officer, Oceankind (Co-Chair)
- Jennifer Paniagua, Senior Program Officer, Blue Shield Foundation
- Geenah Leslie, Donor Relations Manager, Friends of the Urban Forest
- Christina Luna, Senior Philanthropy Associate, Rosewood Family Advisors LLP
- Jose Santacruz, Programs Curator, Communities for Just Schools Fund
- Adilene Jezabel Moreno, Operations Associate, Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation
- Evan FD Jones, Program Officer, Pacific Foundation Services
If you'd like to get more involved with EPIP, consider joining our Steering Committee. Contact us at [email protected] for more information.
Bay Area Chapter
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Bay Area Events and Programs
The Bay Area chapters of EPIP and AAPIP (Asian Americans/ Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy) are proud to host an annual Mentorship Program to connect emerging professionals in philanthropy with experienced practitioners in the field to expand networks, deepen learning opportunities, and strengthen professional development.
The Bay Area chapter sees this as an opportunity to support our members in their internal and external advocacy and our shared commitment to equity and social justice in philanthropy. This year's cohort will include emerging leaders and seasoned professionals who are paired up for one-on-one mentoring partnerships.
Our next round of mentorship applications will be out in early 2025.
Upcoming Events:
- October 2024: November 2024 Election: Impacts on Bay Area Communities of Color co hosted with Black Funders Network and AAPIP
- November 2024: Results and Follow Up Discussion on November Election
- December 2024: Peninsula Happy Hour
Past Events include:
- June 2024: EPIP Bay Area Post NCG Conference Happy Hour
- November 2023: EPIP Bay Area Fall Happy Hour
- June 2023: EPIP Bay Area and PEAK NorCal Networking Mixer
- May 2022: Article Club: What's the Tea on Trust-Based Philanthropy?
- October 2022: Introduction to Effective Altruism
Events in the Field
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You can also visit the Northern California Grantmakers calendar and events in the field page. We recommend subscribing to the mailing lists of relevant affinity groups, funder networks, and philanthropic support organizations to stay connected to the field—The Council on Foundations had created comprehensive list here.
Have a Bay Area event you'd like to share? Email [email protected] with subject line "Events in the Field" and a link to your event.
Bay Area Jobs
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