Orange County Community Foundation

The Future is Working Giving Day 2026
2026-04-02 00:00 - 23:59 UTC | 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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Help Them Home Giving Day 2026
2026-04-22 | 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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Empowering Possibilities Giving Day 2026
2026-05-13 | 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. On May 13, 10 organizations are coming together to raise $180,000 in support of our OC neighbors with disabilities.
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Watch With Us: The Power of Community Episode #2
2026-05-18 17:00 - 17:30 UTC | Online
The Power of Community:
Earn and Learn: Tomorrow’s Innovation Economy
We are thrilled to announce “The Power of Community,” a landmark documentary series brought to you by OCCF and OC World, an award-winning multimedia nonprofit founded in Orange County in 2020. This inspiring series will explore six areas of significant need in our community, and how innovative nonprofits and philanthropists are collaborating to bring help and hope to our most vulnerable neighbors.
In this episode, Earn and Learn: Tomorrow’s Innovation Economy, we will explore the critical role of workforce development in building bridges of economic opportunity in Orange County and beyond. Join us for another insightful episode hosted by Shelley Hoss, the CEO of the Orange County Community Foundation.
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Want to get an exclusive sneak peek? Watch the episode on YouTube below.

Promising Futures: Opening Doors Through Education
2026-05-20 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us for an inspiring evening exploring how education can open doors and shape the future of Orange County.
In partnership with Ranney Draper, philanthropist and founder of Promising Futures OC, this event will spotlight a bold initiative for advancing educational access and opportunity for students who need it most. Through powerful storytelling and highlights from the latest episode of OCCF’s Power of Community series brought to you by OC World, we will bring to life both the challenges facing our communities and the promise of a thriving future for all who call Orange County home.
To learn more about this event, please contact Keri Mesina, (949) 464-4160, kmesina@oc-cf.org.

Love Is Giving Day 2026
2026-05-27 | 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. On May 27, 23 nonprofits are coming together to raise $350,000 to provide support for healthy relationship services and raise awareness of critical mental health needs in Orange County.
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ImpACT Anaheim Giving Day 2026
2026-06-10 | 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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Protect & Preserve Giving Day 2026
2026-06-24
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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Watch With Us: The Power of Community Episode #3
2026-06-29 17:00 - 17:30 UTC | Online
The Power of Community:
Promising Futures: The Path to College and Beyond
We are thrilled to announce The Power of Community, a landmark documentary series brought to you by OCCF and OC World, an award-winning multimedia nonprofit founded in Orange County in 2020. This inspiring series explores six areas of significant need in our community and highlights how innovative nonprofits, community leaders, and philanthropists are working together to create meaningful change.
In this episode, Promising Futures: The Path to College and Beyond, we explore how education, mentorship, and philanthropy can help students unlock opportunity and achieve long-term success. Hosted by Shelley Hoss, CEO of the Orange County Community Foundation, the episode features a special conversation with philanthropist Ranney Draper and spotlights the people and partnerships expanding access to higher education and brighter futures for students across Orange County and beyond.
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Preserving Dignity Giving Day 2026
2026-07-08 | 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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Greatness Amplified Giving Day 2026
2026-07-29 | 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.
More information on participating nonprofit organizations coming soon!
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Together We Belong Giving Day 2026
2026-09-02
A Giving Day to Celebrate Orange County’s Diverse Communities
Save the date for our Together We Belong Giving Day! Nonprofits across Orange County are teaming up to support community and inclusion.
More information on participating nonprofit organizations coming soon!
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Family Foundation Alliance - September Luncheon
2026-09-10 12:00 - 14:00 UTC
An Exclusive Event for our Family Foundation Alliance Members
The Orange County Community Foundation’s Family Foundation Alliance will host a luncheon for its members in September 2026. More details to follow.

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Igniting Potential Giving Day 2026
2026-09-16 | 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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Annual Meeting 2026
2026-11-19 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hyatt Regency Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Rd., Irvine, CA, 92614
Save the date!
Our 2026 Annual Meeting will be held on November 19th, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Irvine. Join us for this exciting event and reflect on another year of impact and growing the good in Orange County. Hear from two of Orange County’s most inspiring leaders who will share their insights and visions for Orange County’s thriving future, and be the first to hear of OCCF’s plans to make a significant impact over the next five years! Together, we will celebrate the remarkable progress we have made and explore the boundless possibilities that lie ahead.
Thanks to exceptional community interest, the online registration portal is now closed. If you wish to register, please contact us at events@oc-cf.org and we will try our best to accommodate you.
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Your support will help us sustain critical initiatives and programs that benefit our community. Hyatt Regency Irvine
17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614

Complimentary Self-Parking
Valet Parking $47

Family Foundation Alliance - Celebration of Giving
2026-12-08 12:00 - 14:00 UTC
An Exclusive Event for our Family Foundation Alliance Members
The Orange County Community Foundation’s Family Foundation Alliance will host a luncheon for its members in December 2026. More details to follow.

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