State of Philanthropy in the Inland Empire: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities in 2025
In an ever-evolving philanthropic landscape, nonprofit leaders must navigate shifting funding priorities, craft compelling narratives, and build strategic relationships to secure support. This panel brings together experts from the philanthropic sector to discuss key trends shaping the Inland Empire in 2025. From making a strong case for support to understanding funder expectations and responding to regional funding shifts, this conversation will provide actionable insights for nonprofit professionals seeking to sustain and grow their impact.
Learner Objectives:
By attending this panel, participants will:
- Explore the impact of federal funding shifts and regional disasters on local grantmaking trends.
- Identify diversification strategies to strengthen financial sustainability in uncertain times.
- Learn strategies to increase visibility and get invited to apply for competitive grant opportunities.
- Gain insight into best practices from both public and private funders, including what to do—and what to avoid—when seeking funding.
Agenda:
- 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Registration, Networking, and Lunch
- 12:00 - 12:10 p.m. | Welcome & Opening Remarks
- 12:10 - 1:10 p.m. | Panel Discussion: Regional Impacts and Grantmaking Trends & Adapting to Regional Funding Shifts
- 1:10 - 1:25 p.m. | Audience Q&A
- 1:30 p.m. | Event Conclusion
Our Panelists
Kurt Augsburger
Director of Workforce Development
San Bernardino Community College District
Greg Bradbard
CEO
IEHP Foundation
Hon. Cheryl R. Brown
California State Commissioner on Aging &
Fmr. California State Assemblymember
Matthew Mena
Executive Director
Inland Economic Growth & Opportunity
Mindy Silva
Executive Director
SAC Health Foundation
Event Logistics:
Thursday, May 8, 2025
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Hope Through Housing Foundation
9692 Haven Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Lunch Included
Approved for 1.5 CEs from CFRE International