Orange County Community Foundation

Preserving Dignity Giving Day 2024
2024-07-24 | Online
A Giving Day for OC’s Older Adults in Need
By 2040, it is projected that almost 1 in 4 OC residents will be 65 or older. Preserving Dignity Giving Day supports organizations in support of OC’s Older adults in need.
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Participating nonprofit organizations include:
Council on Aging – Southern California
Southern California Hospice Foundation
St.Francis Home
Soulrapha
Questions about Giving Days? Please contact us!

Greatness Amplified Giving Day 2024
2024-08-21 | Online
A Giving Day for Boys & Girls Clubs in Orange County
Boys & Girls Clubs exist to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Our local Boys & Girls Clubs are critical partners in the next stage of supporting Orange County children as they re-engage with their schools, academics and other development activities. Greatness Amplified Giving Day supports Boys & Girls Clubs throughout Orange County.
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Participating nonprofit organizations include:
Boys & Girls Club of Brea – Placentia – Yorba Linda
Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley
Boys & Girls Club of Central Orange Coast
Boys & Girls Club of Fullerton
Boys & Girls Club Of Garden Grove, Inc.
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Anaheim-Cypress
Boys & Girls Club of Huntington Valley
Boys & Girls Club of La Habra
Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach
Boys & Girls Club of Stanton
Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast
Boys & Girls Club of Tustin
Boys & Girls Club of Buena Park
Questions about Giving Days? Please contact us!

Igniting Potential Giving Day 2024
2024-09-18 | Online
A Giving Day to Support the Youth of Orange County
Igniting Potential Giving Day supports organizations working to ensure all children have equitable access to resources that elevate their academic and social/emotional success.
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Participating nonprofit organizations include:
All American Boys Chorus
Assistance League Irvine
BRDG, bridge to connect
Catalyst Family Inc.
Child Creativity Lab
Common Ground
Delhi Center
Educate to Empower
Giving Children Hope
Helping Others Prepare for Eternity (H.O.P.E.)
Hispanic Education Endowment Fund (HEEF)
Hope 4 Kids
Irvine Public Schools Foundation
KidSingers
Lion’s Heart
MOMS Orange County
OC United Together
Orange County Community Housing Corp (OCCHC)
Parentis Foundation
Pretend City Children’s Museum
Project Kinship
Public School Defenders Hub
Solidarity
Team Kids
The Youth Center
Unidos South OC
Questions about Giving Days? Please contact us!

Family Foundation Alliance: September 2024
2024-09-18 12:00 - 14:00 UTC
An Exclusive Event for our Family Foundation Alliance Members
TOPIC: Impactful Giving: Research & Findings on MacKenzie Scott’s Unrestricted Gifts
Recently, the Orange County Community Foundation (OCCF) hosted a powerful presentation titled Impactful Giving: Research & Findings on MacKenzie Scott’s Unrestricted Gifts, presented by Elisha Smith Arrillaga, Ph.D., Vice President of Research, for The Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP). The presentation was to members of OCCF’s Family Foundation Alliance, a membership group that brings together family foundation leaders to network, collaborate and learn about best practices in philanthropic giving. The event featured key insights from Dr. Smith Arrillaga’s research on two years of Scott’s Giving and a panel discussion with leaders from two Orange County nonprofit organizations that benefited from Scott’s generosity.

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OCCF Founders and Family Hall of Fame Event
2024-09-25 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
We had the pleasure of spending a memorable evening with our OCCF Founders and Family “Hall of Fame” to kick off our 35th anniversary! This milestone event was an intimate gathering where we reminisced about 35 years of impactful work and achievements. The night was brimming with heartfelt stories of the difference we’ve made together. We can’t wait to celebrate with all our donors, dreamers, and doers on November 21, 2024!

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AAAF and OCBSN Autumn Celebration 2024
2024-10-22 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
The African American Alliance Fund and the Orange County Black Solidarity Network are partnering to co-host an Autumn Celebration! Please join us for an evening of community and networking, celebrating the 2024 African American Alliance Fund grantees and learning more about how to get involved with the OC Black Solidarity Network.
For any questions, contact us at aaaf@oc-cf.org
Click here to learn more about the African American Alliance Fund.

Avanzar Board Leadership Academy Workshop + Mixer
2024-10-24 15:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
OCCF is partnering with Groundswell to deliver a 3-part series of workshops for nonprofit organizations that are interested in connecting with the Avanzar Board Leadership Academy graduates and diversifying their boards. After the workshops, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a mixer with Avanzar cohort members.
Please join us for the third installment of our 2024 series on Thursday, October 24th at the FLDWRK coworking space in Costa Mesa.
Workshop: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Mixer: 5:45 pm – 7:30 pm
Questions about Avanzar? Please contact:

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OCCF 35th Anniversary Celebration
2024-11-21 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hyatt Regency Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Rd., Irvine, CA, 92614
We marked our milestone anniversary with an unforgettable event that showcased 35 years of transformative philanthropic achievements in Orange County, across the country, and around the world. Under the inspiring theme of “35 Years of Growing the Good” and featuring a dynamic keynote by Ambassador Gaddi H. Vasquez, the celebration brought together 750 passionate philanthropists and influential community leaders.
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Family Foundation Alliance: Celebration of Giving 2024
2024-12-04 12:00 - 14:00 UTC
An Exclusive Event for our Family Foundation Alliance Members
Join Us for Our Annual Celebration of Giving! In the spirit of the holiday season, we warmly invite you to an inspiring gathering of local family foundations and philanthropists. Enjoy a special holiday program and a keynote speaker who is sure to leave an impression. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and celebrate the power of giving!

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The Power of Collective Giving: Highlights from the 2024 Family Foundation Alliance “Celebration of Giving”
December 11, 2024
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2025 Collaborative Giving Days Summit
2025-01-28 12:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Thank you to all who joined us for our third annual i❤️OC Giving Days Summit. This inspiring event brought together over 200 attendees representing more than 75 local nonprofit organizations! This year’s theme, “Empower and Engage: Mobilizing Your Team for Impact,” emphasized the power of collaboration and effective teamwork to drive impactful campaigns.
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Keynote: Cultivating a Culture of Belonging presented by Groundswell
Giving Beyond Giving Days presented by F&M Bank | F&M Trust
Giving Days 101
P2P & Matching Handouts

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Strategic Exit Planning: Maximizing Your Personal Value and Impact
2025-02-11 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Andrei’s Conscious Cuisine & Cocktails, 2607 Main St., Irvine, CA, 92614
Thank you to all who attended our Strategic Exit Planning: Maximizing Your Personal Value and Impact event. We hope the insights shared by our moderator and panelists were valuable to both entrepreneurs and professional advisors as you navigate business transitions and long-term planning strategies.
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Together We Belong Giving Day 2025
2025-02-25
A Giving Day to Celebrate Orange County’s Diverse Communities
Save the date for our first-ever Together We Belong Giving Day on February 25! Nonprofits across Orange County are teaming up to support community and inclusion.
More information on participating nonprofit organizations coming soon!
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Questions about Giving Days? Please contact us!

Innovating Philanthropy and Building a Resilient Nonprofit Sector in Orange County
2025-03-12 12:00 - 14:00 UTC
An Exclusive Event for our Family Foundation Alliance Members
Innovating Philanthropy and Building a Resilient Nonprofit Sector in Orange County
Leaders from family foundations across Orange County recently gathered for an engaging discussion on the future of philanthropy at the Orange County Community Foundation’s Family Foundation Alliance quarterly meeting. The program–Innovative Philanthropy: Building a Resilient Nonprofit Sector in Orange County–featured insights from Lindsey Spindle, President of Samueli Family Philanthropies, and Efrain Escobedo, President & CEO of the Center for Nonprofit Management. Together, they explored the challenges nonprofits face, and the bold solutions philanthropy can help drive forward.

Recap: Innovative Philanthropy—Building a Resilient Nonprofit Sector in Orange County

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The Future is Working Giving Day 2025
2025-04-03 | Online
A Giving Day to Develop a Stronger Workforce for Orange County
Mark your calendars! The Future is Working supports organizations that help employers, workers, students, and our most vulnerable residents to build a more adaptable and resilient workforce for tomorrow.
More information on participating nonprofit organizations coming soon!
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Questions about Giving Days? Please contact us!

Avanzar Board Leadership Academy Nonprofit Workshop & Mixer - April 2025
2025-04-05 09:30 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
OCCF’s Avanzar Board Leadership Academy is joining forces with Groundswell to bring you a captivating two-part workshop series designed to enhance the way forward-thinking nonprofits partner with their boards, strengthening these collaborative relationships and engaging dynamic voices to bring about lasting impact. These workshops will be paired with mixers to provide an opportunity for leaders to connect with passionate individuals eager to contribute their unique perspectives and skills to your mission.
The 2025 Avanzar Board Leadership Academy is under way and this will be a wonderful opportunity to connect and engage with current cohort members and past graduates. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your board’s potential and drive your nonprofit’s success to new heights.
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AAAF & OCBSN Community Convening - April 2025
2025-04-16 15:00 - 17:00 UTC
An Exclusive Event for our AAAF & OCBSN Grantees, Donors, and Partners
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent April Community Convening for the African American Alliance Fund and the OC Black Solidarity Network. It was a wonderful gathering filled with insightful discussions and meaningful connections, facilitated by Gregory Scott, President & CEO of Community Action Partnership OC. We welcomed distinguished guests Bobby McDonald from the Black Chamber of Commerce and Rebekah Thomas from the Thurgood Marshall Bar Association Foundation.
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Help Them Home Giving Day 2025
2025-04-23 | Online
A Giving Day for OC’s Homeless
Mark your calendars! Help Them Home Giving Day supports organizations working to end homelessness in Orange County by connecting individuals and families to shelter and resources to keep them safe and secure today, and every day.
More information on participating nonprofit organizations coming soon!
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Questions about Giving Days? Please contact us!

Empowering Possibilities Giving Day 2025
2025-05-07 | Online
A Giving Day for OC Neighbors with Disabilities
Mark your calendars! There are over 250,000 people with disabilities living in Orange County. Empowering Possibilities supports organizations working to bring people together to advocate for and serve this vulnerable population.
More information on participating nonprofit organizations coming soon!
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Questions about Giving Days? Please contact us!

Game Night for Emerging Leaders 2025
2025-05-08 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | The Park at Lakeshore, 18619 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, CA, 92612
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in our Emerging Leaders Game Night! We thoroughly enjoyed watching everyone engage in the games while networking over delicious food and a mutual passion for social impact. Whether you were a lawn game expert or stepping out of your comfort zone, your enthusiasm made the evening truly memorable. We eagerly anticipate more chances to connect with all of you!

We’d also like to extend a special thank you and shoutout to the six incredible nonprofits that participated:
Crystal Cove Conservancy
Pacific Marine Mammal Center
StandUp For Kids – Orange County
The Tiyya Foundation
Tilly’s Life Center
WISEPlace

Avanzar Board Leadership Academy Nonprofit Workshop & Mixer - May 2025
2025-05-17 09:30 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)

Love Is Giving Day 2025
2025-05-21 | Online
A Giving Day to Invest in Mental Wellness and Healthy Relationships
Mark your calendars! Love Is supports organizations working to provide tools, support and resources needed to for encouraging mental wellness and creating healthy relationships.
More information on participating nonprofit organizations coming soon!
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Questions about Giving Days? Please contact us!

OC Social Justice Fund Convening 2025
2025-05-29 11:00 - 13:30 UTC
An Exclusive Event for our OC Social Justice Fund Grantees, Donors, and Partners
The OC Social Justice Fund is delighted to host its third convening, bringing together grantees to discuss current challenges, share capacity-building insights, and begin planning for the next phase of our work together.
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Avanzar Program Culmination 2025
2025-05-31 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Avanzar is a 3-month training program designed to provide foundational skills to Latino professionals who live or work in Orange County and are interested in nonprofit board service. The program introduces participants to the nonprofit ecosystem in Orange County and equips them with the skills to become an effective board member. The program has been created for Orange County community members who are interested in learning about nonprofit board service and are thinking about joining a nonprofit board.
Questions about Avanzar? Please contact:

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pflores@oc-cf.org(949) 553-4202 x270

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ImpACT Anaheim Giving Day 2025
2025-06-04 | Online
A Giving Day for the At-Promise Youth in Anaheim
ImpACT Anaheim Giving Day supports organizations committed to providing youth in Anaheim access to essential programs, including STEM, arts, recreational, leadership development, and more.
More information on participating nonprofit organizations coming soon!
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The Heart of Legacy: Family, Values & Purpose
2025-06-04 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | The Park Club, 650 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
Thank you to all who attended our very special evening dedicated to creating a legacy that lives beyond a lifetime! At OCCF, we believe a meaningful legacy is not defined by wealth alone—but by the values, passions, and purpose that shape a life.
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OCCF Legacy Planning Brochure
Legacy Planning Checklist
Harmon Kong, Values Over Valuables Book
The Family Playbook workbook for Values Over Valuables
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Confronting a Mental Health Crisis for Children and Youth in OC
2025-06-11 12:00 - 14:00 UTC
An Exclusive Event for our Family Foundation Alliance Members
Youth mental health remains one of the most urgent challenges facing our community, with rising numbers of children and adolescents struggling to access the care and support they need.
This special Family Foundation Alliance gathering will provide opportunities for peer dialogue and shared learning, helping you identify impactful strategies and collaborative solutions to support the well-being of our youth.

Education and Skills:
Anxiety Tips
Child Mind Institute
Coping Strategies Videos
Depression Tips
Guides to Mental Health
Health and Wellness Tips
Kids Mental Health Foundation
Mood Hygiene – Adolescents, Courtesy of CHOC Children’s
Mood Hygiene – Child, Courtesy of CHOC Children’s
Project RESET online education
Ten Facts about Pediatric Mental Health – 2022
Therapy & Treatment:
Child Guidance Center
County-supported mental health services for children and adolescents
Western Youth Services
Children’s Mental Health Resources:
ASPIRE Intensive Outpatient Program Hoag:
Didi Hirsch
UCI Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Mental Health Screening Tools:
ACE-Questionnaire-for-Adults
PEARLS-Tool-Child-Parent-Caregiver-Report
Suicide Risk Screening Tool
Phone Lines:
ASPIRE Intensive Outpatient Program Mission Hospital: (949) 499-7504
CHOC Intensive Outpatient Program: (714) 509-8481
County-supported mental health services for children and adolescents: (855) 625-4657
OC Links: 855-625-4657
UCI Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (intensive outpatient): (714) 456-2924
UCI Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (outpatient): (714) 456-5902

Recap: Confronting The Youth Mental Health Crisis in Orange County: Insights from OCCF’s Family Foundation Alliance Event

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AAAF & OCBSN Juneteenth Celebration 2025
2025-06-25 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
An Exclusive Event for our AAAF & OCBSN Grantees, Donors, and Partners
The African American Alliance Fund and Orange County Black Solidarity Network will meet to continue advancing the conversation about community and coalition building. Please join us as we celebrate the 5 year anniversary of AAAF, along with the 2025 awardees, with a special highlight of OCBSN milestones.
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Preserving Dignity Giving Day 2025
2025-07-09 | Online
A Giving Day for OC’s Older Adults in Need
By 2040, it is projected that almost 1 in 4 OC residents will be 65 or older. Preserving Dignity Giving Day supports organizations in support of OC’s Older adults in need.
More information on participating nonprofit organizations coming soon!
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Questions about Giving Days? Please contact us!

Avanzar Board Leadership Academy Virtual Nonprofit Mixer - July 2025
2025-07-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us for an exciting opportunity to connect with the 2025 cohort graduates during an interactive and engaging virtual mixer led by Adelante Partners.
The 2025 Avanzar Board Leadership Academy is under way and this will be a wonderful opportunity to connect and engage with current cohort members and past graduates. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your board’s potential and drive your nonprofit’s success to new heights.
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Protect & Preserve Giving Day 2025
2025-07-30
A Giving Day to Sustain the Ecosystems of Orange County
Protect & Preserve Giving Day supports organizations working to protect and preserve Orange County’s undeveloped open spaces and marine protected areas that enrich 52 miles of California’s coastline.
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