East Bay Community Foundation
Founded in 1928, EBCF partners with donors, community organizations, foundations, government, and corporations to eliminate barriers, advance equity, and transform our community for all who call the East Bay home.
Explore our core program strategies to learn more about how we’re supporting East Bay community organizations.
Your Philanthropic Home
When you choose EBCF for your philanthropic giving, you’ll find a robust network of like-minded individuals dedicated to advancing social change.
Investing in Community
With our investment strategy you have the option for 100% mission-aligned investments with a competitive financial return.
Meeting Space in the Heart of Oakland
When you host events at our James Irvine Conference Center, you can choose from three conference rooms of varying sizes, all equipped with the latest AV equipment.
“Philanthropy is commendable, but it must not cause the philanthropist to overlook the economic injustice that makes philanthropy necessary.”
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Featured News
Investing in the People Behind the Work: STRONG Funder Collaborative
As part of our support of the STRONG funder collaborative, EBCF is highlighting community partners doing transformative work in East …
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Before the polls close — make your voice heard!
East Bay Community Foundation and Akonadi Foundation are committed to building a future where all people can meaningfully participate in …
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EBCF’s 2026 Impact Report: We Are the Leaders We’ve Been Looking For
Celebrating our impact through a year of investment in the East Bay “We are the leaders we’ve been looking for.” …
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Pamela Calloway Named Interim President and CEO of East Bay Community Foundation
East Bay Community Foundation (EBCF) is pleased to welcome back a familiar leader to help guide the Foundation through this …
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By the Numbers
$
million in charitable assets under management
charitable funds under stewardship
$
million in grants in FY24