Orange County Community Foundation

This Pride Month, we honor the rich diversity of our LGBTQ+ community and the leaders, advocates, and neighbors who are building a more inclusive Orange County every day. We celebrate all who are using their voice, time, or resources to support equity and belonging. Discover local 2026 Pride festivals, parades, and events to continue celebrating all month long: https://hubs.ly/Q04k8V-M0

Leading one of the nation’s largest community foundations, Shelley Hoss, CEO of the Orange County Community Foundation, will be part of the panel discussion at the Greater Irvine Chamber’s 2026 Celebrate Irvine & Mid-Year Economic Calibration.

Hoss has helped expand annual grants and scholarships to more than $125 million while championing initiatives focused on workforce development and long-term community impact throughout Orange County.

Register now on our app or website: https://greaterirvinechamber.com/signature-events/celebrate-irvine

🎉 What an incredible day for Orange County! Together, 22 inspiring nonprofit organizations and 970 generous donors raised an amazing $322,724 during Love Is Giving Day to support mental wellness and healthy relationships across our community. 💖

Thank you to every donor, partner, and advocate who helped make this impact possible. Your generosity is helping build a stronger, healthier, and more connected Orange County. 🌟

Today’s the day to make a difference 💖

Join us in supporting mental wellness and healthy relationships across Orange County. Together, 23 inspiring nonprofits are working to raise $350,000 to bring hope, healing, and support to our community.

Your generosity today can help shape a brighter tomorrow. Join the movement at: https://hubs.la/Q04h_T5q0

Big impact starts with community 💖

On May 27, 23 incredible nonprofits are coming together to raise $350,000 in support of mental wellness and healthy relationship services across Orange County. Every gift helps create connection, healing, and hope.

Learn more and show your support at: https://hubs.la/Q04hS-R00

Today, we pause to remember and honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. As we gather with loved ones this weekend, we carry their courage, service, and sacrifice with gratitude in our hearts.

Wishing everyone a meaningful and reflective Memorial Day.

🎉Did you know that May 20th is California Nonprofits Day?🎉 Today, we celebrate the incredible impact of nonprofits across our state and extend a huge congratulations to our Orange County Honorees recognized as CalNonprofits 2026 CA Nonprofits of the Year! 🌟
Join us in applauding the remarkable work of these organizations that continue to uplift and empower our community:
- LGBTQ Center OC
- GameChanger Charity
- South County Outreach
- Liuna Laborers Foundation
- National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc – Orange County Chapter
- Veterans Alliance of Orange County
- Action Sports Kids Foundation (ASK)
- Vietnamese Catholic Student Association
- Down for Dance
- Share Ourselves
- Semper Fi & America’s Fund
Let’s continue to support and celebrate champions of change across Orange County and beyond!
Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q04hfCxn0
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The Power of Community Continues on PBS! 🤝

📅 Join us for our next episode, Earn & Learn: Tomorrow’s Innovation Economy, airing on PBS at 5pm on May 18!

This episode explores the workforce landscape in Orange County and highlights the nonprofits creating pathways to opportunity through internships, career training, higher education support, and skilled trades programs.
Hosted by Shelley Hoss, CEO of the Orange County Community Foundation, the episode shines a light on the partnerships helping Orange County students and job seekers build brighter futures.

Want an exclusive sneak peek? Watch the episode now at: https://hubs.la/Q04gRMvz0

✨ Together, let’s celebrate the power of community!

What an incredible day of impact! 🌟 During this year’s Empowering Possibilities Giving Day, 9 incredible nonprofit organizations and hundreds of generous donors came together to raise an amazing $197,248 in support of OC neighbors with disabilities.

We are so grateful to every donor, partner, and community champion who helped make this day such a success. Your generosity is helping create a more inclusive and empowering future for our community.

Thank you for showing what’s possible when Orange County comes together! 💙