A recent @capitalandmain.bsky.social investigation reveals that California’s system for protecting farmworkers from pesticide exposure is dangerously fragmented. capitalandmain.com/lax-oversight-few-inspections-leave-child-farmworkers-exposed-to-toxic-pesticides

ICYMI: Irvine CEO Don Howard recently joined LatinoProsperity's Orson Aguilar, @techequity.bsky.social's Catherine Bracy, and @unitedwaysca.bsky.social's @pmanzo.bsky.social to discuss the implications of OpenAI’s restructuring plans: youtu.be/tQti5Uh8HnM?...

Lea esta investigación en español. capitalandmain.com/los-ninos-jo...

This investigation by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Robert J. Lopez is based on interviews with 100+ underage and adult farmworkers, experts, labor and agricultural industry advocates and state and local officials. Read the investigation here. capitalandmain.com/californias-...

An investigation by Capital & Main, in partnership with the @latimes.com, found that enforcement of child labor laws is negligible in CA’s fields and that underage farmworkers endure punishing conditions, including extreme heat and exposure to pesticides. capitalandmain.com/californias-...

Thank you @calnonprofits.bsky.social for this discussion about what #OpenAI shift means for philanthropy and our future. youtu.be/tQti5Uh8HnM?... With @catherinebracy.com @techequity.bsky.social @irvinefdn.bsky.social @unitedwaysca.bsky.social @/latinoprosperity #ai #philanthropy #nonprofits

New survey from @ppicnotes.bsky.social found that most Californians are satisfied with their jobs and favor increasing government funding for job training programs. Meanwhile, many continue to struggle with the high cost of living and remain concerned about executive actions and AI: bit.ly/4ptSoFa

ICYMI: Irvine's Don Howard and UC Merced Community and Labor Center's Ana Padilla highlight the impact of federal immigration enforcement on all Californians and what business leaders can do in this piece in Sacramento Business Journal: bit.ly/3JFfnOm

New report from @ppicnotes.bsky.social looks at how young Californians are progressing along key milestones—primarily in work and education—and how these patterns have evolved over time: www.ppic.org/publication/...

As AI transforms jobs, labor is pushing for adoption that centers workers & communities, embraces common-sense guardrails, and improves workers’ quality of life on & off the job. More from UC Berkeley Labor Center: https://inequality.org/article/an-alternative-vision-for-the-future-of-tech-and-work/

Want to learn about how different states are approaching #apprenticeship expansion and innovation? Register now to join Urban Institute on Thursday, November 20 at 9 AM: https://www.urban.org/events/state-led-approaches-apprenticeship-expansion-and-innovation

Emerging technologies are reshaping the workplace. While these technologies can be beneficial, workers and researchers are increasingly reporting negative impacts. Learn more from @ucblaborcenter.bsky.social's Mishal Khan and Annette Bernhardt in @techpolicy.press.web.brid.gy: bit.ly/47K3uP2

There’s still time to register! Join the Urban Institute on 11/20 @ 12:00 p.m. ET for a virtual event on the future of state-led approaches to #apprenticeship expansion and #innovation. #LiveatUrban

The expansion of federal immigration enforcement in California is triggering an economic crisis rivaling the pandemic and Great Recession. Business leaders must again step up and push for solutions. Irvine's Don Howard & UC Merced Community and Labor Center's Ana Padilla share how: bit.ly/3JFfnOm

Shifting opportunities, lasting effects of the pandemic, economic uncertainty, and #AI are impacting the future of young adults in #California. Want to learn more? Join @ppicnotes.bsky.social on November 18 as they share key findings from their latest report: www.ppic.org/event/the-ec...

Congratulations to Charles Fields, Irvine’s executive vice president of programs, for being appointed to the Board of Trustees of Blue Shield of California Foundation! Read more: bit.ly/4opCwDy

Don recently sat down with Kristine Michie to discuss the role of #philanthropy in the AI-driven world, our grantee-partners' efforts to support workers paid low wages, and the importance of having a people-focused strategy. Listen to the full episode of #ThePlayfullPodcast here: bit.ly/4nwkKx8

We’re happy to share that Irvine’s #PriorityCommunities initiative provided a $700,000 grant to the Institute for Social Transformation at UC Santa Cruz! Learn more: bit.ly/47qQNbM

Our CEO, Don Howard, recently spoke with Independent Sector about our work to help ensure #California is a place where all low-income workers can advance economically—and what the social sector must do during these challenging times. Check it out: bit.ly/4o6RPRq

The American Job Quality Study reveals that only 4 in 10 U.S. workers are in jobs that meet their basic financial needs and provide safe, respectful environments, opportunities to build skills, a voice in decision-making, and some control over their time and work. Learn more: bit.ly/3WjvbsN

We’re thrilled to announce the third slate of awardees for #TheCourageProject! From young leaders championing access to education, to faith communities mobilizing in times of crisis, these honorees embody the values that hold our society together. Learn about the awardees at: thecourageproject.org

We know CA will thrive when everyone is paid a living wage, but the reality is that 9.8% of workers in our state are living in poverty. When wages are low and expenses like childcare and housing keep rising, making ends meets remains difficult. @ppicnotes.bsky.social: www.ppic.org/publication/...

@obi-belonging.bsky.social is launching a new podcast series on October 21 at 9–10:30 a.m. PT! Each episode connects lived experiences to forward-looking policies that can move us toward a future where everyone belongs and thrives. Sign up for the launch event at bit.ly/realsolutionspodcast

“At the heart of everything Kent did was his unwavering commitment to protecting and uplifting immigrant workers.” www.latimes.com/business/sto...

Older Americans are having to continue working, often without enough retirement savings to step away. By 2030, more than 1 in 5 U.S. residents will be 65+, underscoring the growing need to advance worker protections and programs for older Americans. @capitalandmain.bsky.social: bit.ly/4gT3RuI

At the Sweet Potato Project, students turn sweet potatoes into marketable products while sampling college life at Fresno State. They also receive mentoring, stipends, and health services to support their journey. Projects like this are exactly what CEMI was created to strengthen: bit.ly/3VKt157

ICYMI: The latest issue of @johnsoncenter.bsky.social’s The Foundation Review features an article by Irvine and our partners at Engage R+D: scholarworks.gvsu.edu/tfr/vol17/is... It highlights how to engage grantees early in strategy development and build reciprocal grantee-funder relationships.

This summer, Irvine’s #BetterCareers initiative supported a group of grantees and key registered apprenticeship organizations in LA to join a delegation of SoCal leaders traveling to Zurich for the CEMETS Summer Institute. What did they learn? Check out the top takeaways below.

The Inland Empire is one of the fastest-growing regions in CA and a vital hub for the nation’s logistics industry, but climate hazards put workers at risk. A new policy brief from the IE Labor and Community Center highlights the need for proactive worker protections: ielcc.ucr.edu/worker-clima...

The Irvine Foundation strongly condemns all acts of political violence. This is a moment for leadership that drives unity rather than division. We join #UniteInAdvance in standing against efforts to weaponize political violence to mischaracterize charitable organizations: bit.ly/3VS653N

Stable and flexible scheduling is a win-win: workers can have better work-life balance and financial stability, while employers see increased productivity and retention. How can employers and policymakers support stable scheduling? Read about it in @urbaninstitute.bsky.social: bit.ly/3HQityc

Pregnant or parenting at work? You might be wondering: 👶 When can I take paid leave? 🍼 What accommodations can I ask for? ⚖️ Am I protected from retaliation? We’ve got you covered. Watch and share our short explainer video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2c4T9SHyGoA&t=1s&ab_channel=LegalAidatWork

We're happy to announce that Maria Anguiano has been elected as the next Chair of The James Irvine Foundation Board of Directors! Get to know Maria more in this blog post from our current board Chair, Tim Rios: bit.ly/3IeO4JR

We’re happy to share that @digitalnest.bsky.social, a grantee of Irvine, recently teamed up with @adobe.com to launch new training videos for nonprofits. The videos were co-created by 10 young interns from Digital NEST, who worked closely with Adobe product experts: blog.adobe.com/en/publish/2...

Great to connect with The @irvinefdn.bsky.social Better Careers team at @caworkforceassociation ’s Meeting of the Minds. @irvinefdn.bsky.social and Haden Springer and Kriztina Palone #nonprofit #workforce #training

Closing off our #LaborDay content series is the California Coalition for Worker Power (CCWP), a grantee of our #FairWork initiative! CCWP ensures that every worker in California has the power to come together and improve their work conditions and their communities. Learn more: bit.ly/4mqgrUj

We’re continuing our #LaborDay content series by highlighting Power California, a grantee-partner of Irvine's #JustProsperity initiative! Power California believes we can make California stronger if everyone has a say in the decisions that impact our lives. Learn more: bit.ly/3JdGKyf

This #LaborDay, we’re highlighting Central Coast United Alliance for a Sustainable Economy (CAUSE), a grantee of our #FairWork initiative! CAUSE aims to create a community where everyone can contribute to and benefit from a sustainable economy that is just & environmentally healthy: bit.ly/3HGHTy9

This #LaborDay, we're highlighting some of the organizations Irvine is proud to support. First up: Los Angeles Alliance for a New Economy (LAANE), a grantee of our #FairWork initiative, working to build an economy rooted in good jobs, thriving communities, and a healthy environment: bit.ly/3Hw7860

The latest issue of @johnsoncenter.bsky.social’s The Foundation Review features an article by Irvine and our partners at Engage R+D: bit.ly/3JETU7N  It explores how grantees can be engaged early in strategy & evaluation design, and how to build reciprocal relationships.

"Ian" is an irrigator in CAs Imperial Valley. "On Friday, I was distributing irrigation pipes and it was incredibly hot. Temps were 116° and I had to drink a lot of water to avoid dehydration. It's hard to work during this time of year because the heat is so high." #WeFeedYou #Calor

Are you a domestic employer who's interested in creating a fair working environment in your home? Check out Fair Care, a comic book style booklet from Hand in Hand that explains how to create a fair work environment through providing fair pay, paid time off, and clear communication: bit.ly/3HPDmJw

The Karuk, Yurok, Hoopa Valley, and Blue Lake Rancheria tribes recently launched a new pre-apprenticeship program with support from our #BetterCareers initiative! It addresses two needs at once: career pathways for tribal members and essential technical expertise for tribal utilities: bit.ly/45TaTvE

Two decades after California enacted landmark heat safety law, farmworkers still suffer from preventable heat-related illnesses—and, in some cases, die. As the state faces increasingly frequents and intense heat waves, effective enforcement are more critical than ever. @latimes.com: bit.ly/413Lywr

We’re excited to share that Scale Fresno recently launched! Scale Fresno’s goal is to help launch nearly 7,000 new businesses in the county by 2030 by offering capital access, technical assistance, and outreach to entrepreneurs from underserved communities. Learn more: irvine.ly/41GNxa3

#California has long been a leader in the shift toward renewable energy, and the state’s evolving energy needs have implications for the workers in the sector—creating new opportunities while also narrowing others. Want to learn more? Join @ppicnotes.bsky.social on 8/14: www.ppic.org/event/califo...

Interested in learning about how Irvine and the Kessler Foundation are advancing disability justice and inclusion in workforce development? Join the Workforce Matters Funders Network's webinar on August 13 at 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT: irvine.ly/4moT2mp This webinar is open to funders only.

We’re happy to hear that Joby Aviation and Monterey Bay DART continue to open doors for local workers! Through the manufacturing #apprenticeship program, 90% of the participants have secured jobs with Joby. www.ksbw.com/article/joby...

New reports from UC Riverside explore labor market demographics, wages, cost of living, and workforce training needs to help adapt to changing conditions and emerging technologies like electric vehicles: irvine.ly/4lMhnBM

Our CEO, Don Howard, recently appeared on the Mission Matters Business podcast, where he spoke with Adam Torres about the often-overlooked impact of the LA wildfires on low-income workers. Listen to the full episode at: irvine.ly/4o2QvPV