Chatting about the “Latino Community Foundation” with CEO Jaqueline Martinez Garcel
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Today we are posting our latest conversation with the CEO of the Latino Community Foundation (LCF) Jaqueline Martinez Garcel.
Jacqueline has led LCF through a critical stage of growth and expansion. The foundation leads one of the largest networks of Latino philanthropists in the country and it is the only statewide foundation solely focused on investing in Latino leaders. Jacqueline has published extensively on issues related to health equity, vulnerable populations, and community health workers. During her tenure, she developed, evaluated, and expanded programs to improve the health and quality of care for vulnerable populations.
Jaquelin has been part of the foundation since 2015 and she is talking to us today about the last period and experiences of LCF, the state of the foundation during the pandemic, the events during the last year, and the activities of their giving circles.
LCF was a pioneer in implementing giving circles, inspiring Latinos towards philanthropy, while helping causes of their choice. The “Giving Circles” create a safe space where people can show up as their full selves. This provides an opportunity for authentic conversations and presentations from the members which creates a special, unique sazon (flavor) in each Giving Circle.
LCF has many other forms of fundraising other than the giving circles, but they are an important part of engaging and empowering the community, giving grants from and for the Latino Community itself.
In addition to the funds, they mobilize for local organizations, Giving Circle members and their impact go far beyond the dollars they invest. Through their participation their members grow in their leadership- joining organizations and public Boards and Commissions, educating their neighbors about the Census, running for office, taking action online and offline for just policies, and serving as mentors and advocates within their professional and community networks.
Listen today to our conversation and learn more about the LCF and its network of philanthropies. You may contact us with any comment or suggestion.
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