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The James Irvine Foundation
The James Irvine Foundation was established in 1937 by James Irvine himself as a primary stockholder of The Irvine Company.
The guiding principle of the foundation is the idea of expanding opportunity.
The goals of the foundation is to advance the educational and economic prospects of low-income Californians to share in and create California's prosperity; to engage a broad cross section of Californians in the civic and cultural life of their communities and the state; to enhance mutual understanding and communication among diverse, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups; and enrich the state's intellectual and creative environment.
Web Address
www.irvine.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @IrvineFdn
Facebook - www.facebook.com/irvinefoundation
YouTube - www.youtube.com/user/IrvineFoundation
The guiding principle of the foundation is the idea of expanding opportunity.
The goals of the foundation is to advance the educational and economic prospects of low-income Californians to share in and create California's prosperity; to engage a broad cross section of Californians in the civic and cultural life of their communities and the state; to enhance mutual understanding and communication among diverse, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups; and enrich the state's intellectual and creative environment.
Web Address
www.irvine.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @IrvineFdn
Facebook - www.facebook.com/irvinefoundation
YouTube - www.youtube.com/user/IrvineFoundation
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Why is the Irvine Foundation investing in us?
Foundation: Stanislaus Community Foundation, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
At Stanislaus Community Foundation, we've been supporting and investing in developing such authentic leadership. Two years ago, 14...more
Foundation: Stanislaus Community Foundation, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
At Stanislaus Community Foundation, we've been supporting and investing in developing such authentic leadership. Two years ago, 14...more
Aug. 9, Vallejo A&E Source: Shakespeare producer laments lack of Solano County foundation funds
Foundation: Solano Community Foundation, California Endowment, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
“Or donate through the Solano Community Foundation. Also an actress and employed at VisitVallejo in the Vallejo ferry building, Vidor said...more
Foundation: Solano Community Foundation, California Endowment, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
“Or donate through the Solano Community Foundation. Also an actress and employed at VisitVallejo in the Vallejo ferry building, Vidor said...more
CVCF launches $1-million investment
Foundation: James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
Through the CORE Initiative, the Central Valley Community Foundation (CVCF) hopes to provide technical assistance and financial support...more
Foundation: James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
Through the CORE Initiative, the Central Valley Community Foundation (CVCF) hopes to provide technical assistance and financial support...more
Salinas nonprofits to get shot at $1M for community engagement, leadership development
Foundation: Community Foundation for Monterey County, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
The James Irvine Foundation of San Francisco chose the Community Foundation of Monterey County as a regranting partner for an 18-month...more
Foundation: Community Foundation for Monterey County, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
The James Irvine Foundation of San Francisco chose the Community Foundation of Monterey County as a regranting partner for an 18-month...more
County Lines: Suspect arrested in connection with robbery; Author Geiger to discuss, sign book at ...
Foundation: James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
The prom, a collaborative effort with help from the Orcutt Academy High School Student Body and the Santa Maria Valley Senior Citizens Club, was made possible through a grant from the Community...more
Foundation: James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
The prom, a collaborative effort with help from the Orcutt Academy High School Student Body and the Santa Maria Valley Senior Citizens Club, was made possible through a grant from the Community...more
CSU Secures Philanthropic Support for Graduation Initiative 2025
Foundation: Gates Foundation, Lumina Foundation, Stupski Foundation, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
Newswise — The California State University (CSU) Chancellor's Office has secured more than $3 million in philanthropic support for Graduation Initiative 2025. The CSU actively sought grants from...more
Foundation: Gates Foundation, Lumina Foundation, Stupski Foundation, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
Newswise — The California State University (CSU) Chancellor's Office has secured more than $3 million in philanthropic support for Graduation Initiative 2025. The CSU actively sought grants from...more
Irvine Foundation Awards $14.2 Million in March Grants
Foundation: Community Foundation for Monterey County, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
The James Irvine Foundation has announced eleven grants totaling more than $14.2 million to organizations working to expand opportunity for all Californians. The foundation's March grants include...more
Foundation: Community Foundation for Monterey County, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
The James Irvine Foundation has announced eleven grants totaling more than $14.2 million to organizations working to expand opportunity for all Californians. The foundation's March grants include...more
Philanthropy Seeds University Center to Help Community Address Poverty
Foundation: Wallace H. Coulter Foundation, Weingart Foundation, Irvine Foundation
In partnership with university researchers, three foundations have made seed donations to help establish the Center for Social Innovation at the University of California, Riverside. The Irvine...more
Foundation: Wallace H. Coulter Foundation, Weingart Foundation, Irvine Foundation
In partnership with university researchers, three foundations have made seed donations to help establish the Center for Social Innovation at the University of California, Riverside. The Irvine...more
Cal State San Bernardino received $1.1 million in grants to boost graduation rates
Foundation: James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
Cal State San Bernardino wants more students to receive bachelor's degrees, and the College Futures Foundation and the James Irvine Foundation have provided $1.1 million to help make that happen. The...more
Foundation: James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation
Cal State San Bernardino wants more students to receive bachelor's degrees, and the College Futures Foundation and the James Irvine Foundation have provided $1.1 million to help make that happen. The...more
Uc Riverside Launches Research Center to Drive Inland Empire Innovation
Foundation: James Irvine Foundation, Weingart Foundation, Irvine Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
The center comprises four UCR faculty-led research groups focused on key areas with policy implications for the Inland region.The working groups will function as gateways to community engagement by...more
Foundation: James Irvine Foundation, Weingart Foundation, Irvine Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
The center comprises four UCR faculty-led research groups focused on key areas with policy implications for the Inland region.The working groups will function as gateways to community engagement by...more
Illustrative Grants from Irvine Foundation
Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music-$225,000
Kuumbwa Jazz Center-$250,000
Lobero Theatre Foundation-$325,000
Monterey Museum Of Art-$300,000
Monterey Symphony-$275,000
Museum of Ventura County-$275,000
National Steinbeck Center-$275,000
Ojai Festivals Limited-$250,000
Rubicon Theatre Company-$325,000
San Luis Obispo Art Center-$225,000
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