April eNews | SV2 Spring Gathering, Introduce your Friends and Colleagues to SV2

Join us for our virtual Spring Gathering: The Power of Community Voices in Changemaking on Tuesday, May 4th 6:30-8:00pm. In breakouts, we’ll have some light catchup with each other, followed by listening to the moving stories of some of our inspiring social impact leaders who regularly embed community voices in their ‘way of being’, work and impact. Confirmed speakers so far are: Nasir Qadree, Founder and Managing Partner, Zeal Capital Partners, Dr. Linda Prieto, Executive Director, Upward Scholars, Laura Camberos, Education and Empowerment Coordinator, Mujeres Unidas y Activas, Diana Phuong, Executive Director, Braven Bay Area DeJuan Lewis, Director, Defy Ventures-Northern California and Bart Myers, Founder and CEO, Countable.

WED. APR. 14 | 11:30AM - 1:30PM

Impact Investing Working Group

The SV2 Impact Investing Working Group discusses prospective impact investment opportunities, hears pitches from social entrepreneurs, and performs due diligence in order to make informed investment recommendations on behalf of SV2. The Working Group is comprised of Partners who are committed to actively participating in all aspects of impact investing, including the due diligence process. All Partners are welcome to begin regularly attending IIWG meetings at any point in the year or are welcome to audit meetings on a drop-in basis.

TUES. MAY. 4 | 6:30PM - 8:00PM

SV2 Spring Gathering: The Power of Community Voices in Changemaking

In small group discussions, we'll have some light catchup with each other, followed by listening to the moving stories of some of our inspiring social impact leaders who regularly embed community voices in their ‘way of being’, work and impact. David Onek, SV2's CEO, will share how we're advancing our mission by increasing community voice throughout our work, and we'll come together at the end to create a virtual community collage.

WED. MAY. 12 | 11:30PM - 1:30PM

Impact Investing Working Group

The SV2 Impact Investing Working Group discusses prospective impact investment opportunities, hears pitches from social entrepreneurs, and performs due diligence in order to make informed investment recommendations on behalf of SV2. The Working Group is comprised of Partners who are committed to actively participating in all aspects of impact investing, including the due diligence process. All Partners are welcome to begin regularly attending IIWG meetings at any point in the year or are welcome to audit meetings on a drop-in basis.

TUES. MAY. 18 | 1:00PM - 2:00PM

Family Philanthropy Interest Circle

The Family Philanthropy Interest Circle is a Partner-led group which provides a safe space to explore personal experiences, successes, and challenges in an ongoing, intimate setting. If you are a current Partner with a family foundation, a donor advised fund, family office, or some other structured family giving vehicle, please join us. This event is for current Partners only, and led by Lisa Guerra and Anjana Patel. Reach out with questions to Lisa Guerra.

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Shop the ICA Marketplace! | By shopping with us, you’re helping the Bay Area small business ecosystem thrive.
Participate in volunteer food distribution to fellow community members | Organized by One Life Counseling, contact Jennifer Bautista for details.
Shift 2021 | April 14-16

Shift 2021 is produced by, and for, conscious business leaders, and anyone wanting to support and grow the impact ecosystem. Use code SHIFT20 for 20% off the lowest available ticket price.

April 15-30, 2021 | Stanford PACS Education for Philanthropy Professionals Program
Upward Scholars

Connect with Upward Scholars students and help our students practice their English conversation skills in a safe, friendly, and welcoming environment. RSVP by April 21st.

East Bay Community Foundation, in Partnership with One World Training & Investments

East Bay Community Foundation (EBCF) will host their first virtual Inclusive Economy Showcase on April 22nd that will highlight entrepreneurs of color and community-based companies and organizations who are building and shaping an inclusive economy in our region. They are committed to democratizing the flow of capital into the community. The showcase will prioritize the needs and goals of the founders and there will be educational opportunities for all participants. Every applicant will receive feedback, support, and exposure.

Working Partnerships USA (WPUSA)

Two community health workers who have been going door-to-door in the neighborhoods hit hardest by COVID-19, as well as WPUSA, got profiled in The New York Times — check it out!