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Beyond the image: what it means to tell stories with care
We know a powerful story can change hearts and minds. But sharing your story with a journalist shouldn’t leave you feeling unsafe, misrepresented, or regretting that you opened up.
Why supporting leaders matters—especially now
Blue Shield of California Foundation recognized a gap in the resources available to emerging nonprofit leaders—especially women of color. We helped fill this gap through small, flexible grants to support the professional development of 18 leaders across California.
Medi-Cal at 60: A foundation for health and birth equity
Safety net programs are under threat nationwide. In California, we feel those pressures too. Amid this uncertainty, our state continues to strengthen the system that ensures people can access the care they need.
Holding a north star for equity in public health institutions
Even with the challenges they’re facing, public health systems must stay focused on a clear north star: building systems that center communities, integrate equity into how they operate, and deliver more responsive, effective, and just outcomes for all.
Intersections: Reflecting on highlights of 2025
As we close 2025, we’re spotlighting the work of grantees, partners, and communities who advance equity and work to prevent domestic violence across California.
Intersections: Special issue: Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Our newsletter, Intersections, explores the connectedness of health in our communities and imagines a better future.
Intersections: Public health on the brink
Our newsletter, Intersections, explores the connectedness of health in our communities and imagines a better future.
Returning home: innovative storytelling with Central Valley women long left unheard
A daughter of Fresno returns home to support Central Valley women using storytelling to influence change and shape systems that impact their families and communities.
Coming together: domestic workers use art to raise awareness for paid leave
The California Domestic Workers Coalition and Hand in Hand: The Domestic Employers Network hosted an art exchange for domestic workers in San Francisco to raise awareness about paid sick leave.
We're here for domestic violence survivors
Our newsletter, Intersections, explores the connectedness of health in our communities and imagines a better future.
Let’s protect Medicaid’s legacy and future
How can Medicaid continue to evolve from a health care system that treats symptoms to an engine of prevention and health equity for millions of people?
How this grassroots organization is empowering Latina educators
Latina women make up 46% of Early Care and Education educators in California, and yet only 12% of leadership roles.
The year in numbers
2025 year in numbers
$19.5 million awarded
101 grants made