Orange County Grantmakers

What We Do

Our Programs

OCG provides a number of learning and networking opportunities for funder members, nonprofits and community leaders throughout the year.

1

All Member Forums to learn about general issues in philanthropy

2

Issue Tables for deeper conversations around health equity, immigration, food security, early childhood, corporate philanthropy and more

3

Networking Events to provide a feeling of community and strengthen the network of funders and nonprofits in OC

4

Learning Groups, encouraging members to find commonality and alignment with each other

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Community events, like "Meet the Funder", "Beyond Equity," "Leader to Leader" and our Annual Summit!

Why Us, Why You, Why Now?

Membership with OCG supports the overall philanthropic ecosystem of Orange County. As a member of OCG, you are immediately "connected in" with the philanthropic community, recognized as a funder invested in equity in Orange County.
Additionally, members receive:

Access to over 70+ events and programs per year, providing ample opportunity to improve in your field of practice

Visibility to the larger community, via OCG's network of both funders and nonprofits

Opportunity for collaboration. Members have access to our member-only directory, and can easily learn what others are focused on, get support, and strategize together

VISION

Orange County Grantmakers (OCG) envisions an Orange County where philanthropists and nonprofits work together as partners to achieve equity for our most impacted communities.

MISSION

Orange County Grantmakers advances equity by creating strategic alignment and cultivating transformational relationships and leadership among OC philanthropists and nonprofits.

Together, We:

CONNECT &
COLLABORATE

We believe that together, we can leverage and align our philanthropic dollars to have a greater impact on our community

EDUCATE &
LEAD

As a community, we provide a space for funders to learn about the issues impacting Orange County and take action together

ADVOCATE &
VISION

Our members don't just make grants, we uplift and elevate the people, organizations and causes our members support

For Nonprofits and
The Community At-Large

Program
Value
Audience
Benefit
Frequency
Cost
Nonprofit Happy Hours
CONNECT
To provide a space for community leaders to connect with one another in an informal and fun setting
To provide a space for community leaders to connect with one another in an informal and fun setting
4x YEAR
$15 PER PERSON/FREE FOR OCG MEMBERS
Meet the Funder Learning Series
CONNECT EDUCATE
NONPROFIT LEADERS
To build bridges between the funder and nonprofit community, increasing transparency into funding strategy.
4x YEAR EACH
$15 PER PERSON/FREE FOR OCG MEMBERS
Beyond Equity Learning Series
CONNECT EDUCATE ADVOCATE
ENTIRE ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY
To inform the general public about root causes of historic inequity in Orange County and inspire action.
MONTHLY
$15 PER PERSON/FREE FOR OCG MEMBERS
Leader to Leader
CONNECT
BIPOC SERVING OR LED NONPOROFIT LEADERS
Create an environment for BIPOC leaders to be empowered to excel as change-makers.
3-4x PER YEAR
$15 PER PERSON
Annual Summit
CONNECT EDUCATE ADVOCATE
ENTIRE ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY
To convene the entirety of the nonprofit, philanthropic and general community to inspire, discuss, and spur collective action.
1x PER YEAR
$75 PER PERSON/FREE FOR OCG MEMBERS

For Funders

Program
Value
Audience
Member Benefit
Frequency
Cost
Member Forums
CONNECT EDUCATE
MEMBERS ONLY
Network with fellow funders while learning about general issues important to philanthropy
4x YEAR
INCLUDED IN DUES
Issue Tables
CONNECT EDUCATE ADVOCATE
ALL FUNDERS
Deep dive conversations on:
  • Health Equity
  • Immigration
  • Food Security
  • Early Childhood
  • Corporate Philanthropy
4x YEAR EACH
INCLUDED IN DUES
Networking Events
CONNECT
MEMBERS ONLY
Strengthen the Community of Funders in Orange County
2-3x PER YEAR
INCLUDED IN DUES
Community Foundation Learning Group
CONNECT
FUNDERS ASSOCIATED WITH COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS
Strengthen the network of community foundations in Orange County
1-2x PER YEAR
INCLUDED IN DUES
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Annual Summit

Four times per year the full OCG membership comes together to learn and share around a variety of topics. These lunch-time meetings are an opportunity for funders to connect with one another, share best practices, and learn about issues impacting the Orange County community

Become a Member
Community Programming

Orange County Grantmakers supports education and learning opportunities for the funding and nonprofit community alike. Throughout the year we host events focused on specific topics or current issues.

Upcoming Events
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Membership Development & Education

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Quarterly Member Forums

Four times a year OCG convenes all of its members to network, share best practices, and discuss pressing issues of the Orange County philanthropic community. These meetings provide the opportunity for funders to engage with their peer network and discuss strategies for impact change.

Past meetings have covered topics such as Immigration, Homeless Collaboratives, An Equity Profile of Orange County, and Prop 47 and the impact on the Re-Entry Population.

Social & Community Events

Throughout the year, OCG members come together to catch-up and relax in an informal setting. This is a perfect chance to reconnect with other members and share information on current projects.

We also partner with other collaboratives and organizations in Southern California to host a variety of events for the nonprofit community. These events are open to the full nonprofit community and present a chance for networking.

Upcoming Events
The OCg Annual Summit

Once a year, Orange County Grantmakers hosts a one-day summit for nonprofit and philanthropic leaders. This event brings together the entire nonprofit community, funders and nonprofit leadership alike, for a full day of learning, collaboration and networking.

Attend the 2019 Summit
Learn More About Past Summits

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