SoCal Grantmakers’ Post

This is the last week to register for Fundamentals of Effective Grantmaking, SCG's immersive, content-rich training for foundation staff new to philanthropy. Join us for three full-day, in-person sessions on October 20, October 21, and November 13, 2025, as well as a Visit with a Grantmaker session. There are only a few spots remaining in our 2025 cohort! Learn more and register today: https://buff.ly/Y95vscy We are pleased to share our next Fundamentals session, "Philanthropic Foundations as Vehicles for Public Service." Join Monica Banks, SCG's Manager of Professional Learning, for an overview of the U.S. philanthropic landscape and its unique role as a public service institution. We will explore historical moments that have influenced the sector, define commonly used vernacular, and discuss the different types of foundations. With this knowledge, we will examine the key challenges and opportunities shaping our field. #SCGFundamentals