Rosalind Welch
Richmond Community Foundation

For 25 years, RCF Connects has been a quiet but powerful force for change in Contra Costa County—helping families secure housing, build financial stability, and access opportunities once out of reach. What began as a small community foundation rooted in connection and local action has grown into a countywide engine for impact.

This presentation will highlight who we are, how our connection-based model creates lasting change, and what we’ve accomplished over the past 25 years—sharing real examples of transformed lives and neighborhoods. We’ll also explore why this work matters now more than ever, as housing costs and economic pressures rise, and share our bold vision for the next 25 years—focused on housing stability, financial resilience, leadership development, and community-driven policy change.