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Today marks 90 days since the shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, a place meant for worship, learning and commu...
08/18/2026

Today marks 90 days since the shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, a place meant for worship, learning and community. To honor those impacted, faith leaders, community advocates and partners gathered for an interfaith discussion hosted by The Center at Sierra Health Foundation before joining a public remembrance at the State Capitol. Together, they reflected on the lasting impact of hate and the importance of standing in solidarity across communities. Our Associate Vice President of Programs, Matt Cervantes, joined faith leaders from diverse traditions in reaffirming a shared belief: when any community is targeted, all of us are affected.
 
As families and communities continue to heal, today’s gathering highlighted the power of dialogue, relationship-building and community-led solutions to foster belonging and help prevent hate before it takes root. The partnerships and leadership cultivated through years of anti-hate work through the state’s Stop the Hate program continue to create space for communities to come together, respond to challenges and support one another. As California looks ahead to the next phase of Stop the Hate work, today’s gathering served as a reminder that community-led solutions remain one of our strongest tools for building a future where everyone belongs.
 
We honor those impacted by affirming our commitment to a future where everyone can live, learn and worship safely, freely and with dignity.

Harm reduction is about dignity. It is about humanity. It is about meeting people where they are and making sure they fe...
08/14/2026

Harm reduction is about dignity. It is about humanity. It is about meeting people where they are and making sure they feel seen. Our Medications for Addiction Treatment (MAT) Access Points and California Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction Initiative program partners show up every day in encampments, at service providers, on street corners and through warmline delivery. If they choose, people can start MAT exactly where their feet are. They can get support from staff who understand their experiences. They can access care without stigma or shame. This work matters because people deserve to be treated with autonomy and dignity. Please watch our new video featuring MAT & COPHRI partners and read more; head to the link in our bio!
 

Community collaboration creates lasting impact. Last year, The Center’s San Joaquin Valley Health Fund partner  WM Commu...
08/07/2026

Community collaboration creates lasting impact. Last year, The Center’s San Joaquin Valley Health Fund partner  WM Community Collaborative served more than 20,000 residents across Stanislaus County through programs focused on health and wellness, youth development, workforce readiness, food access, education and community empowerment. Whether it’s their Wellness Center which offers free mental health counseling or their Navigation Program which helps community members access essential resources like housing, employment and education or community events promoting outreach and awareness about their services and much more, West Modesto Community Collaborative is provides access to opportunity and builds pathways to long-term stability.
 
From mental health counseling and food access to workforce readiness and educational support, West Modesto Community Collaborative advances several priorities of the San Joaquin Valley Health Fund IHEEL Policy Platform. Their work demonstrates how addressing interconnected community needs can help residents and families thrive.
 
Their success reflects what’s possible when communities, schools, healthcare providers, nonprofits, businesses and local agencies work together toward a shared vision. Learn more at WestModestoCollaborative.com.
 

08/04/2026

An evening rooted in culture, connection and community. At the California Tribal Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) All Grantee Gathering, partners came together to share songs, stories, art and traditions that carry healing across generations. These partners are part of The Center’s MAT Access Points Project, MAT and substance use disorder treatment, prevention and recovery for Native people in California. From open mic performances to hands-on cultural activities, each moment reflected partners’ incorporation of culture into daily programmatic work, demonstrating the power of community-led practices in strengthening identity, recovery and belonging. We’re grateful to stand alongside partners advancing healing grounded in culture.

07/21/2026

Rooted in community. Rising as leaders. Last month, young people, community leaders and The Center’s Stop the Hate program came together with our partners at The Fresno Center for the Stop the Hate Youth Summit, a powerful day of connection, learning and leadership. Born from months of community listening, collaboration and planning, the summit created space for youth to share their voices, strengthen relationships and explore how they can help build more welcoming and inclusive communities. The day reflected the power of partnership: when communities come together with a shared vision, we create lasting opportunities for young people to lead, heal and thrive.
 
Big thanks to The Fresno Center,  Education Leadership Foundation, Jakara Movement, Stone Soup Fresno, Hmong Innovative Politics and the young people who showed up with courage, creativity and a commitment to making a difference. The future is brighter because of your leadership. CommunityPower Belonging CaliforniaForAll TheFresnoCenter

BIPOC Mental Health Month reminds us that our well‑being is shaped by more than individual choices. It’s shaped by the t...
07/08/2026

BIPOC Mental Health Month reminds us that our well‑being is shaped by more than individual choices. It’s shaped by the the everyday conditions we live in, work in and connect in. These conditions include access to safe housing, steady income, nutritious food, feeling secure in our neighborhoods, and being able to reach healthcare when we need it. They also include how people treat us, the stress of hate incidents, micro/macro aggressions, political pressures and immigration-related challenges.
When these conditions are unequal, they create real mental health strain. They make it harder to feel grounded, supported and safe.
At The Center, we believe healing happens through community. It looks like gathering with trusted people, leaning on chosen family, practicing meditation, moving our bodies, advocating for our neighborhoods and staying connected to those who uplift us.
Our programming is rooted in dignity, humanity, and meeting people exactly where they are. This month and every month, we honor the resilience, strength and well-being of BIPOC communities.

07/07/2026

Community power grows when we come together.
Earlier this year, the Central California Immigrant Resilience Fund brought partners from across the Central Valley and Central Coast together in one space. Grassroots leaders, organizers, elected officials, philanthropic partners and community members gathered to build relationships, share stories and shape solutions rooted in lived experience.
From strategy sessions to cross‑regional conversations, the gathering highlighted what makes this work strong: collaboration, trust and the leadership of immigrant communities. We’re grateful for every partner who showed up with heart, vision and a shared commitment to building capacity and resilience across our region.
This is how we create lasting change — together. 🦋
 
TogetherWeRise

07/02/2026

Belonging is something we build together.
At a recent Central California Immigrant Resilience Fund (CCIRF) gathering, partners from across the Central Valley and Central Coast came together to share stories, strengthen relationships and shape solutions rooted in community wisdom. Grassroots leaders, organizers, elected officials, philanthropic partners and neighbors all showed up with one purpose: to create a California where every community feels safe and supported.
CCIRF matters because community voices matter. They guide strategy, spark connection and remind us that investing in grassroots organizations is means investing in a future where everyone belongs. To sustain this work, we need continued support from philanthropy, the private sector and statewide partners because resilience grows when we invest in the people closest to the ground.
Together, we’re building the future we deserve.

Funding Opportunity: Opioid & Stimulant Use Disorder Prevention & Education Organizations across California can apply fo...
06/25/2026

Funding Opportunity: Opioid & Stimulant Use Disorder Prevention & Education
 
Organizations across California can apply for up to $200,000 to support community-based awareness, prevention, outreach and education efforts addressing opioid, stimulant and polysubstance use.
 
This opportunity centers work that reduces stigma and strengthens pathways to treatment—while ensuring services are inclusive and accessible to all.
 
Applications due: July 22, 2026 at 1 PM PT
Contract period: Sept 1, 2026 – Aug 31, 2027
 
Eligible applicants include nonprofits, federally recognized tribes or organizations working with a fiscal sponsor. Join an upcoming webinar or office hours session to learn more and get your questions answered.
 
Tap the link in bio to apply and learn more.

06/24/2026

Black Child Legacy Campaign’s Kings & Queens Rise ninth season is officially here and our community is shining brighter than ever. At The Center, we’ve watched this program become so much more than a summer basketball league. It’s a legacy, a collaborative, a big peaceful community where young people make friends, learn, grow, and discover the confidence that comes from showing up for themselves and each other. Basketball has been like therapy for so many — a place to stay active, stay out of trouble, and simply have fun. This year marks the nine years on the court and three years with our cheer program, expanding the ways that all kids can express themselves and lead with pride in themselves and their communities. In partnership with Ball Out Academy, we’ve built a curriculum rooted in leadership, teamwork, and community-building across eight neighborhoods — a true testament to what happens when Sacramento invests in its youth. The Black Child Legacy Campaign’s Kings & Queens Rise initiative continues to rise because our kids rise. Our communities rise. And together, we all rise. Here’s to another season of growth, joy, and unity.   
👑 Kings and Queens, let’s play.

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