Description Over the last few years, more and more nonprofit organizations have embraced the idea of building diverse boards of directors. When those nonprofits move beyond the idea to action, […]
Apply by February 18th! Cal Lutheran’s 2022 Board Leadership Institute is now accepting applications! The Foundation is partnering with Cal Lutheran to offer board leadership training. The six-month certificate program aims to enhance the knowledge and skills among nonprofit board members and their head of staff. Organizations are encouraged to participate in teams of up […]
Summary In this workshop, you will learn how to locate new donor prospects, how to increase funding from current donors, how to read a 990, and which of your current donors make the best planned giving prospects. Description Prospect research reveals personal backgrounds, wealth indicators and philanthropic history so you can quickly identify and focus […]
The William & Dottie Daniel Fund Child Care Scholarship Grant Program is available to nonprofit organizations that provide quality Child Care for working families. The funds applied for may be used to subsidize child care program fees/costs for current Santa Barbara County residents. The grant amounts up to $35,000. The application opens on March 7, […]
The William & Dottie Daniel Fund Child Care Scholarship Grant Program is opening soon! The scholarship grants are available to nonprofit organizations that provide quality Child Care for working families. […]
The William & Dottie Daniel Fund Child Care Scholarship Grant Program is opening soon! The scholarship grants are available to nonprofit organizations that provide quality Child Care for working families. The funds applied for may be used to subsidize child care program fees/costs for current Santa Barbara County residents. The grant amounts up to $35,000. […]
Perfect for the first-time grant writer or those interested in brushing up on the fundamentals, this introductory workshop provides an overview of why grants are an important part of a […]
A Toast to Our Community- South County Happy Hour! Location: Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, 633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103Date: Thursday, April 14 Time: 4 PM - 7 PM Masks are welcome but not required. Thank you to our co-sponsor The Santa Barbara Independent! If you have questions please contact Jordan Killebrew […]
Ballot measure advocacy by nonprofits isn’t just legal – it’s important, powerful, and fundamental to democracy. With policy being decided at the ballot box in California, it’s important for nonprofits to be part of the conversation. This training will help nonprofits understand what they can do to advocate around ballot measures and will also help […]
Do you know an outstanding individual, couple, or family in the Santa Barbara area or Santa Maria Valley? It's time to start thinking of great community members to nominate for the 79th Person of the Year (Santa Barbara area) and Celebrate Philanthropy (Santa Maria Valley) Honor! Nominations will open from May 16 - to July […]
The sponsors of the 79th Person of the Year, Montecito Bank & Trust, Santa Barbara Foundation, Cox Communications, Noozhawk, Montecito Journal, and Scholarship Foundation, are proud to announce Ginger Salazar […]
Description Nonprofit Accounting Bootcamp Jan. 18 and 19 from 1 - 4:00 p.m. Jan. 25 and 26 from 9 a.m. - noon | Via Zoom This four module seminar series […]
Description Program Evaluation Through an Equity & Social Justice Lens Jan. 24 | 9 to 11 a.m. | Via Zoom Co-Convened with The Fund for Santa Barbara & the McCune Foundation […]
Description Intermediate Proposal Writing Jan. 31, Feb. 2 and 9 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Cal Lutheran – Oxnard Center This hands-on, three module workshop is perfect for […]
Come meet Santa Barbara Foundation’s Community Engagement staff and learn about program areas that support the nonprofit sector. Staff will share 2023 grant opportunities, focus areas, and other resources. Nonprofit […]
Come meet Santa Barbara Foundation’s Community Engagement staff and learn about program areas that support the nonprofit sector. Staff will share 2023 grant opportunities, focus areas, and other resources. Nonprofit […]
Description Your Team Communication Magic Feb. 22 | 9:30 a.m. – noon | Cal Lutheran – Oxnard Center Understand your personal communication style. This interactive workshop will help you become a […]
Description Setting Expectations, Accountability & Learning: SEAL the Deal with Your Team March 14 | 9 a.m. – noon | Via Zoom Enhance your team's performance through more effective communication and accountability setting. This workshop focuses on better ways to establish and communicate expectations with your teams no matter the work environment, evaluation tools or […]
Description Planning to Plan: Strategic Planning Preparation March 21 | 9 a.m. – noon | Cal Lutheran – Oxnard Center This workshop explores the transformational value of formalizing a strategic […]
Description You Got the Grant! Now What? April 6 | 9:30 a.m. – noon | Cal Lutheran – Oxnard Center This class is designed to help you successfully manage life after the grant including how to understand the grant relationship, managing the grant process, tips for engaging the funder and reporting on the grant and […]
Formerly known as Man & Woman of the Year, the annual Person of the Year honors Santa Barbara area individuals, couples, or families whose volunteer service represents a meaningful commitment […]
Description The Fund for Santa Barbara and the McCune Foundation are excited to host Central Coast Community Organizing Trainings, presented by CAUSE. Ventura (Museum of Ventura County) - April 21-23 […]
Description Public Webinar: Understanding California’s Lobbying Disclosure Laws JANUARY 24, 2023 | 11 AM PT | ONLINE | $60 for Non-Members True: Nonprofits can safely, legally, and effectively engage in state-level advocacy and lobbying work in California. Also True: California nonprofits need to understand the rules that apply to their lobbying activities under state and federal law. […]
Apply by June 16th! 2023 Board Leadership Institute is now accepting applications! The Center for Nonprofit Leadership at California Lutheran University is now accepting applications for the 2023 Board Leadership Institute. The Santa Barbara Foundation understands that a strong board is key to a nonprofit's success. The Foundation partners with the Center for Nonprofit Leadership to […]
Description FREE WEBINAR: Philanthropic Reform Update: Two Game-Changing Proposals from the Feds Wednesday, August 30 at 11:00am-12:00pm PDT Two new recommendations coming out of Washington have the potential to bring about game-changing philanthropic reforms: the U.S. Treasury Department has recommended establishing payout requirements for Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs), a response to the current warehousing of billions […]
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