Sonoma Community Action Network

06/23/2026

Give a grieving child the gift of connection, healing, and camp fun this summer.

Registration is now open for By the Bay Camp 2026—a FREE weekend sleepaway camp for children and teens who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, primary caregiver, or friend.

At By the Bay Camp, kids can enjoy all the best parts of camp—games, activities, friendships, and outdoor adventures—while also receiving support and tools to help them cope with their loss in a safe and nurturing environment.

📅 August 7–9, 2026
📍 CYO Camp, Occidental, CA
💙 Free for Bay Area children and teens

Know a family who could benefit? Please share this post and help us reach those who need it most.

Register now: https://app.betterimpact.com/Application/Client?OrganizationGuid=d9b4c53d-1351-44bb-8b36-a5c3651ee5ae

06/19/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates freedom, resilience, and progress.

At Sonoma CAN, we recognize the importance of this day and reaffirm our commitment to building a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

In observance of Juneteenth, our offices are closed today, June 19.

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Hoy honramos Juneteenth, una fecha que conmemora el fin de la esclavitud en los Estados Unidos y celebra la libertad, la resiliencia y el progreso.

En Sonoma CAN, reconocemos la importancia de este día y reafirmamos nuestro compromiso de construir una comunidad donde todas las personas tengan la oportunidad de prosperar.

En observancia de Juneteenth, nuestras oficinas permanecerán cerradas hoy, 19 de junio.

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06/16/2026

🍎 Food Distribution Resource – Share with friends, family, and neighbors who may benefit.
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🍎 Recurso de Distribución de Alimentos – Compártalo con amigos, familiares y vecinos que puedan beneficiarse.

06/15/2026

We had the privilege of attending Los Cien’s recent event, and we walked away feeling deeply moved by the power of community leadership.

First, a massive thank you to Sonoma Clean Power for generously sponsoring our table and making our attendance possible. We appreciate your continued support and partnership! 🙌

We want to extend a huge CONGRATULATIONS to all of the well-deserved Puente y Ganas Award recipients. Your dedication is truly the heartbeat of our community.

Here are the phenomenal leaders recognized this year:

Individual Award 🏅 | Ezequiel "Zeke" Guzman
Zeke is an incredibly inspiring leader and a fierce advocate, serving the farmworker community with true corazón. Through his work with La Cooperativa Campesina and as a co-founder of La Familia Sana and Los Jardines del Pueblo, he has dedicated his life to fighting local food insecurity. We are so grateful for your vital impact, Zeke!

Organization Award 🏫 | Rancho Cotate High School MEChA
This inspiring group of students represents every Spanish-speaking background, including Equatorial Guinea. They aren't just doing community work and celebrating cultural events; they are true advocates who even succeeded in bringing the Mexican Consulate to Rohnert Park. The future is bright with these students leading the way!
Campeona Award 👑 | Donna Zapata
Recognized for her exceptional community service leadership and her invaluable role providing informal mentorship to other Latino leaders. Donna lifts others as she climbs, strengthening our entire leadership ecosystem.

Thank you to Los Cien Sonoma County for hosting such a beautiful event, and to all the honorees for paving the way toward a more equitable and connected community.

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Tuvimos el privilegio de asistir al reciente evento de Los Cien y salimos profundamente conmovidos por el poder del liderazgo comunitario.

En primer lugar, un agradecimiento enorme a Sonoma Clean Power por patrocinar generosamente nuestra mesa y hacer posible nuestra asistencia. ¡Agradecemos su continuo apoyo y colaboración! 🙌

Queremos extender una gran FELICITACIÓN a todos los merecedores del Premio Puente y Ganas. Su dedicación es verdaderamente el latido de nuestra comunidad.

Aquí están los líderes fenomenales reconocidos este año:

Premio Individual 🏅 | Ezequiel "Zeke" Guzmán
Zeke es un líder increíblemente inspirador y un defensor incansable que sirve a la comunidad de trabajadores agrícolas con verdadero corazón. A través de su trabajo con La Cooperativa Campesina y como cofundador de La Familia Sana y Los Jardines del Pueblo, ha dedicado su vida a luchar contra la inseguridad alimentaria local. ¡Estamos muy agradecidos por tu impacto vital, Zeke!

Premio a la Organización 🏫 | Rancho Cotate High School MEChA
Este inspirador grupo de estudiantes representa a todos los orígenes de habla hispana, incluida Guinea Ecuatorial. No solo realizan trabajo comunitario y celebran eventos culturales; son verdaderos defensores que incluso lograron traer al Consulado de México a Rohnert Park. ¡El futuro es brillante con estos estudiantes liderando el camino!

Premio Campeona 👑 | Donna Zapata
Reconocida por su excepcional liderazgo en el servicio comunitario y su invaluable papel brindando mentoría informal a otros líderes latinos. Donna eleva a los demás a medida que avanza, fortaleciendo todo nuestro ecosistema de liderazgo.

Gracias a Los Cien Sonoma County por organizar un evento tan hermoso, y a todos los galardonados por allanar el camino hacia una comunidad más equitativa y conectada. ✨

06/11/2026

Our community is so much stronger thanks to North Bay Motorcycle Association! 👶✨

They have been absolute champions for us all year long—volunteering their time and keeping our families supported with diaper donations. They surprised us with another wonderful donation, which will go straight toward funding our Early Head Start Prenatal program.

Thank you for your endless generosity and for always showing up for our littlest ones and expecting parents!
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¡Nuestra comunidad es mucho más fuerte gracias a Asociación de Motocicletas de North Bay! 👶✨

Han sido unos aliados increíbles para nosotros durante todo el año: donando su tiempo como voluntarios y apoyando a nuestras familias con pañales. Esta semana nos sorprendieron con otra maravillosa donación, la cual se destinará directamente a nuestro programa Early Head Start Prenatal.

¡Muchísimas gracias por su infinita generosidad y por estar siempre presentes para nuestros más pequeños y los futuros padres!

06/10/2026

That coffee can full of coins sitting on your counter? It’s time to put it to work!

We are on a mission to raise $10,000 for Sonoma County families. At Sonoma CAN, we meet our neighbors right where they need it most—providing emergency basic needs, quality early childhood education, vital mental health services, and crucial care coordination.

You don't need a massive budget to be a hero. Look at how quickly your spare change adds up to a massive impact:

$7 guarantees a Head Start child receives a healthy breakfast and lunch during their school day. 🍎
$25 provides creative art supplies for our local family playgroups. 🎨
$150 funds essential mental health services for a family navigating a crisis. 💙

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🕒 Ready to be a Change for Change Hero?

We’ve made it incredibly easy to turn your spare coins into community action. Choose the way that works best for you:

1. Drop & Go: Bring your loose coins straight to our office and toss them into our designated jar. We’ll handle all the heavy lifting (and counting!). 2250 Northpoint Pkwy, Santa Rosa
2. Cash In & Gift: Stop by your local bank or a Coinstar Kiosk to exchange your coins, then bring the cash donation directly to us.
3. Donate Online: Cash in your coins at your convenience, then make a matching donation online at https://www.sonomacan.org/take-action/give/ .

Every cent counts. Every dollar changes a life. Thank you for standing with Sonoma County families!

06/09/2026

🎉 Congrats to our 13 ALAS Graduate Families! 🎓 ¡Felicidades!

Our ALAS (Achieve, Lead, Advocate, Soar) program was a huge success! While the kids had a blast playing, parents learned all about their child’s development. Early education is key, and supporting the whole family is how we win together! 🚀

🌟 Thank you to our fabulous teachers for making this happen, and a special thanks to Denisse Madrigal, First 5 Program Manager, for sharing her inspiring story with us!

Keep soaring, graduates! ✨

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¡Nuestro programa ALAS (Alcanzar, Liderar, Abogar, Volar) fue un gran éxito! Mientras los niños se divertían jugando, los padres aprendieron sobre el desarrollo de sus hijos. ¡La educación temprana es clave, y apoyar a toda la familia es cómo ganamos juntos! 🚀

🌟 Gracias a nuestros fabulosos maestros por hacer esto posible, y un agradecimiento especial a Denisse Madrigal, Gerente del Programa First 5, por compartir su inspiradora historia con nosotros.

¡Sigan volando alto, graduados! ✨

Via Esperanza Centro de Recursos Familiar - Sonoma CAN
First 5 Sonoma County

06/03/2026

06/02/2026

🌟 Extended Hours Now Available! 🌟

We know that every family’s schedule is different, and we’re proud to offer additional support through our Head Start and Early Head Start programs.

🕖 Qualifying families can now access extended program hours from 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM.

Our programs provide high-quality early learning experiences that help children grow, learn, and thrive while supporting working families in our community.

📞 To learn more or enroll, call 707-544-6911 ext. 1002

💻 Visit: sonomacan.org/our-work/early-childhood-education/

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with families who may benefit!

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🌟 ¡Ahora ofrecemos horario extendido! 🌟

Sabemos que cada familia tiene horarios y necesidades diferentes, por eso nos enorgullece ofrecer apoyo adicional a través de nuestros programas Head Start y Early Head Start.

🕖 Las familias que califiquen ahora pueden acceder a horarios extendidos de 7:00 a. m. a 5:30 p. m.

Nuestros programas brindan experiencias de aprendizaje temprano de alta calidad para ayudar a los niños a crecer, aprender y prosperar, mientras apoyamos a las familias trabajadoras de nuestra comunidad.

📞 Para obtener más información o inscribirse, llame al 707-544-6911 ext. 1002

💻 Visite: sonomacan.org/our-work/early-childhood-education/

¡Ayúdenos a compartir esta información con otras familias que puedan beneficiarse!