Published Dec 2020
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In 2010, the California Endowment launched a 10-year, $1 billion plan to improve the health of 14 challenged communities across the state. Over the 10 years, community-based organizations and public institutions worked together to address the socioeconomic and environmental challenges contributing to the poor health of their communities. These stories published in the Sacramento News & Review and onine in 2020 covered the work that was done on this project.
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Published Dec 2020
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Men and women who served our country should never have to sleep on sidewalks or under freeways, but veterans at risk of or experiencing homelessness may not realize the wealth of benefits and support services available to them. The County of San Diego OMVA works with partner organizations to help vets find emergency and permanent housing, as well as access financial, medical and employment assistance.
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Published May 2020
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Learn how Vermont is making our state a more welcoming place. The Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council highlights the importance of inclusion.
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Published Mar 2020
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Por qué el Censo de los Estados Unidos es tan importante para todos? Nuestro futuro en el Valle Central depende del Censo!
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Published Mar 2020
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8 page special insert to Chico News & Review about United Way of Northern California and the aftermath of the Camp Fire.
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Published Mar 2020
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Your guide to the 2020 Census and why it's so important that everyone get counted.
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Published Mar 2020
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Making your community a more inclusive place for everyone. Services for the developmentally disabled in Santa Clara County and surrounding areas.
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Published Oct 2019
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In 2016, Habitat for Humanity's Build for Unity project brought various religious communities in the greater Sacramento area together to build two homes in an act of solidarity. Several cities across the United States followed with build projects of their own and Sacramento began another build in 2019! Learn more about the the impact of Build for Unity and ways to contribute.
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Published Oct 2019
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Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center understands that taking the courageous step to leave an abusive environment can be stressful. As a result, the organization hosts comprehensive services for those impacted by abuse including legal representation and counseling. That courageous step also requires the support of one's entire community, from family to law enforcement. Learn now how Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center can help with escaping and healing from abusive circumstances.
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Published Jun 2019
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San Francisco's bustling Chinatown wouldn't look and feel how it does today without the hard work and protection of the Chinatown Community Development Center.
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Published May 2019
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Skyrocketing home prices and rents in California have created a true housing crisis, especially for vulnerable, low-income individuals and families. Brilliant Corners, a nonprofit supportive housing agency with offices in San Francisco and Los Angeles, is working to change that.
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Published Dec 2018
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Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada (PLAN) formed in 1994 to work on issues of justice — including economic justice, social justice and environmental justice. 25 years later, PLAN continues to fight for progressive issues, and works hard to make Nevada better. Take a look to see how PLAN has helped Nevada "then" and "now," and how you can join the movement!
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Published Nov 2018
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The California Product Stewardship Council (CPSC) is a powerful network of local governments, non-government organizations, businesses, and individuals who support policies and projects where producers share in the responsibility for managing products at end-of-life. CPSC is California's thought leader and expert on the Producer Responsibility Movement. Find out how this small nonprofit took on Big Pharma and won, and learn how you can help them to accomplish even more!
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Published Apr 2018
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What if you, all those you care for and everyone in California had universal health care? Health care that guaranteed comprehensive and quality care that put patients first? Click here and find out how a single-payer system could save California money and care for its residents.
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Published Mar 2018
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Pets are a lifeline for their owners, no matter who they belong to! Read about how you can help Pets of the Homeless keep pets happy and healthy, so those experiencing homelessness can keep their vital companions without needing to put their pets' needs before their own.
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Published Jan 2018
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In order to enact change, the residents and families of low-income or minority neighborhoods must have a voice. When neighborhoods organize into one cohesive power, critical issues that affect its residents are given the attention they need, leading to resolutions that improve lives. In this publication, learn how CNC Education Fund transforms residents into leaders — bringing change to California one neighborhood at a time.
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Published Sep 2016
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“Where parents choose and students succeed,” that's the motto at Innovative Education Management (IEM), a nonprofit organization that develops and operates independent study charter schools across California. Individualized education can benefit a range of students and learning types, from those who struggle in a traditional classroom environment to advanced learners who are looking for an accelerated curriculum. IEM schools offer home schooling parents a variety of choices through a comprehensive list of vendors with which to teach electives and higher level courses. And just as with traditional schools, students have access to social opportunities with other families. Students can receive a quality education at home with the right support. IEM gives parents the tools, guidance and freedom to make the best choices for their children's education.
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Published Sep 2016
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“Where parents choose and students succeed,” that's the motto at Innovative Education Management (IEM), a nonprofit organization that develops and operates independent study charter schools across California. Individualized education can benefit a range of students and learning types, from those who struggle in a traditional classroom environment to advanced learners who are looking for an accelerated curriculum. IEM schools offer home schooling parents a variety of choices through a comprehensive list of vendors with which to teach electives and higher level courses. And just as with traditional schools, students have access to social opportunities with other families. Students can receive a quality education at home with the right support. IEM gives parents the tools, guidance and freedom to make the best choices for their children's education.
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Published Sep 2016
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“Where parents choose and students succeed,” that's the motto at Innovative Education Management (IEM), a nonprofit organization that develops and operates independent study charter schools across California. Individualized education can benefit a range of students and learning types, from those who struggle in a traditional classroom environment to advanced learners who are looking for an accelerated curriculum. IEM schools offer home schooling parents a variety of choices through a comprehensive list of vendors with which to teach electives and higher level courses. And just as with traditional schools, students have access to social opportunities with other families. Students can receive a quality education at home with the right support. IEM gives parents the tools, guidance and freedom to make the best choices for their children's education.
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Published Sep 2016
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Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is building two homes with the help of local faith leaders, mosques, temples and churches to make a statement about religious diversity and tolerance in our community. Learn more about this interfaith effort and how you can help! Build hope and homes -- #BuildforUnity!
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Published Jun 2016
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For more than 30 years, the nonprofit Tahoe SAFE Alliance has been serving the community with programs, services, education and outreach united around the goal of stopping abuse for everyone. Discover the broad program reach and proven successes of Tahoe SAFE Alliance and learn how you can support TSA through donations, volunteerism and engagement.
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Published Apr 2016
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The problem of homelessness is more complex than many realize; housing those on the streets today is phenomenal progress, but newly homeless individuals emerge every day and need an ongoing, coordinated system of support. Sacramento Steps Forward is Sacramento's unique, home-grown solution to the ongoing problem of homelessness. What we're doing here is Sacramento is different — as a distinctively collaborative effort between public and private entities, Sacramento Steps Forward works to devise comprehensive and sustainable solutions to preventing homelessness.
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Published Oct 2014
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The nonprofit Community Action Partnership of Sonoma County has been helping to build a safer, healthier and more prosperous community for more than 50 years. Find out more about the life-changing impacts of CAP Sonoma's 22 programs, and how you can help them continue to make a difference.
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Published Dec 2013
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In 2010, the California Endowment launched a 10-year, $1 billion plan to improve the health of 14 challenged communities across the state. Over the 10 years, community-based organizations and public institutions worked together to address the socioeconomic and environmental challenges contributing to the poor health of their communities. This bi-weekly series of stories published in the Sacramento News & Review in 2013 covered the work that was done on this project.
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Published Dec 2012
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In 2010, the California Endowment launched a 10-year, $1 billion plan to improve the health of 14 challenged communities across the state. Over the 10 years, community-based organizations and public institutions worked together to address the socioeconomic and environmental challenges contributing to the poor health of their communities. This bi-weekly series of stories published in the Sacramento News & Review in 2012 covered the work that was done on this project.
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Published Apr 2012
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Before you toss your old computer out, contact Computers for Classrooms. The nonprofit provides professionally refurbished computers to low-income individuals and families to use in school.
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Published Mar 2012
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At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Nevada, volunteers put in the time to make a real difference in children's lives.
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Published Nov 2010
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Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services is primarily known for serving food. But the nonprofit also provides several other valuable services to the community, including adult education and youth programs.
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Published Oct 2010
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Francis House has been a beacon of hope for the poor in downtown Sacramento since 1970. The nonprofit celebrated its 40th anniversary at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in 2010.
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Published Mar 2010
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Presented by Sacramento Steps Forward and the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, this campaign asked residents to donate one day of their mortgage or rent to help end homelessness.
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