Health and Environmental Funders Network (HEFN)

HEFN Welcomes Angelo Logan to the Steering Committee! We are thrilled to welcome Angelo Logan, Senior Director, Environmental and Climate Justice at the Liberty Hill Foundation to the HEFN Steering Committee! For over 22 years, Angelo has been a dedicated leader in environmental and climate justice, working at the intersection of community organizing, policy advocacy, and systemic change. He began his journey in 2000 as an organizer with Communities for a Better Environment, where he helped successfully prevent a polluting power plant from being built in Southeast LA. As the principal co-founder of East Yard Communities for Environmental Justice, Angelo helped transform the organization from a grassroots neighborhood group into a powerful force for land use, transportation, and environmental justice at a national level. His leadership has continued through his role as Policy Campaign Director at The Moving Forward Network, where he unites over 50 organizations across 23 states to confront the environmental and climate impacts of ports, freight, and global goods movement. Angelo's expertise is widely recognized—he served on the White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council, advising on national environmental justice policy, and has held key appointments with the EPA, SCAQMD, and EV Infrastructure Strike Force. His commitment to justice and equity is also reflected in his service on the boards of Harbor Community Benefit Foundation, Human Impact Partners, and Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs. We are honored to have Angelo’s vision, leadership, and deep commitment to frontline communities on the HEFN Steering Committee. Please join us in giving him a warm welcome! ???? #EnvironmentalJustice #ClimateJustice #HEFN #Leadership #CommunityPower

New Giving Insight Blog Post! Time to Lean In: Resourcing for the Long Haul written by our Executive Director, Ansje Miller. ?? Our environmental health infrastructure is under attack—but we have the power to fight back and build something better. The Supreme Court is weakening the Clean Water Act. Coal plants are being revived. The EPA is disbanding key environmental justice offices. This isn’t just a series of isolated setbacks—it’s a coordinated effort to strip away protections for people and the planet. But this moment demands more than just defense. We need to invest in long-term change. That means: ? Cutting red tape for grantees so they can focus on the work ? Moving money faster to support organizations on the frontlines ? Providing multi-year funding for stability and vision This is a moment of both crisis and opportunity. What we fund today will shape the future for decades to come. Let’s make sure we’re resourcing the long game. ???? Read it here: https://lnkd.in/e9Jq8k92 #EnvironmentalJustice #Philanthropy #ClimateAction #FundTheFuture

So excited to have the amazing Sierra Martinez (he/him) joining the HEFN Steering Committee, we look forward to working with you!

This #InternationalWomensMonth, we celebrate the incredible women leading the way in health and environmental justice. ???? From grassroots organizers to researchers, policymakers to advocates, women are driving transformative change for a healthier planet and communities. At the Health & Environmental Funders Network, we’re proud to support and uplift these voices, ensuring that gender equity remains at the heart of our collective work. #WomenInLeadership #HealthJustice #EnvironmentalEquity"

?? Defending Food Workers & Building Power ?? As immigration enforcement ramps up, frontline food system workers—who sustain our communities—face increasing threats to their safety, livelihoods, and labor rights. A new report from Food Chain Workers Alliance (FCWA) highlights the urgent need to build worker power and demand justice for nearly 28 million food workers exploited by the current system. Join us for a critical conversation with FCWA and grassroots worker-led organizations to hear frontline perspectives on resisting mass deportation threats while sustaining long-term organizing for justice. ?? What funders will gain: ? Concrete ways to support immediate protection & long-term systemic change ? Insight into critical resource gaps & funding needs ? Opportunities to stay connected & engaged This webinar will be held in English & Spanish with interpretation. High-level notes and follow-up resources will be shared with registrants. In partnership with the Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems Funders (SAFSF) , Funders for Regenerative Agriculture, and Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees. ?? Don't miss this chance to stand in solidarity and take action! Register here: https://ow.ly/NeVm50VaqZn #FoodWorkers #ImmigrantJustice #WorkerPower #LaborRights #FundTheMovement

I'm thrilled to share that The Kresge Foundation is hiring a Program Officer to join our Environment Team! This is an opportunity to help advance climate resilience, racial justice, and community-driven solutions in cities across the US. If you (or someone you know) is passionate about the intersection of climate, health, and equity, we’d love for you to explore this opportunity and/or help us spread the word. Thank you! #ClimateJustice #RacialEquity #Philanthropy #ProgramOfficer #Hiring #KresgeFoundation Learn more and apply here:

?? HEFN Celebrates Black History Month ?? This month, we honor the incredible Black leaders on our Steering Committee, including Kalila Barnett of the Barr Foundation —a dedicated advocate for climate resilience, environmental justice, and community empowerment. With over a decade of organizing experience, Kalila has worked tirelessly to advance affordable housing, land development, and environmental justice, making a lasting impact through her leadership at ACE and beyond. Her words to live by: "Never take anything personally." Who are you inspired by?- Cecil Corbin Mark Thank you so much for your contributions and commitment to the field! #BlackHistoryMonth #HEFN #EnvironmentalJustice #Leadership

New Webinar Alert ?? Join us tomorrow at 2 PM EST for Weathering The Storm: Health Funder's Role In Emergency Response. ???? The recent wildfires in Los Angeles County and the devastation of Hurricane Helene are stark reminders that climate change is no longer a distant threat—it’s impacting communities across regions, often hitting the most vulnerable the hardest. In partnership with Grantmakers In Health we’re bringing together health funders who have firsthand experience responding to extreme weather events. Join us for an insightful webinar where we’ll explore the challenges, strategies, and collaborative efforts needed to strengthen community resilience in the face of climate disasters. ?? Don’t miss this important conversation—register now! https://ow.ly/ovMO50UXc3E #ClimateResilience #Philanthropy #HealthEquity #DisasterResponse

As you may know, the American Public Health Association is one of the lead organizations that filed a lawsuit to challenge the OMB freeze of federal grants. We're collecting information from fellow organizations on how this freeze is impacting (or may later impact) the work you're doing. If you would like to share information on the impact of this freeze on your federal grants and on the public's health, please fill out this survey, and please share it with your networks: https://lnkd.in/gPf39di7 Thank you, and I hope everyone is hanging in there ?

??REMINDER : The Future of Healthy Housing in 2025 ???? Join us this afternoon at 1:00 PM EST as we explore the critical intersection of housing, public health, and environmental justice in a time of transition for the Administration and Congress. From indoor air quality to lead hazards, resiliency to extreme weather, and beyond, the healthy housing movement holds immense potential to strengthen communities nationwide. But challenges like limited funding, capacity constraints, and competing priorities remain significant barriers. Our expert panel will discuss: ?? Key threats and opportunities for healthy housing in 2025 ?? The outlook for organizations driving this work ?? Ways funders can step in to meet pressing needs ?? Don't miss this chance to dive into the future of healthy housing and the impactful work ahead. ?? Register now: https://ow.ly/pEpe50UGXS8 hashtag#HealthyHousing hashtag#PublicHealth hashtag#EnvironmentalJustice hashtag#CommunityResilience hashtag#Webinar