Civic Engagement & Community Capacity Building
To build a more vibrant and equitable Stanislaus, it is important that all voices are heard and that residents are informed and empowered to participate in civic life. Stanislaus Community Foundation has committed to multiple new programs in 2021 to achieve the goal of greater civic literacy.
NEXTGEN ON BOARD
We know that any organization that makes real change is led by diverse staff and board members, including diverse ages. To help develop the next generation of young leaders, Stanislaus Community Foundation is launching NextGen on Board. Supported by Dave and Jeanne Olson, this new program will recruit, train and place 40 young leaders (ages 18 to 26) on local nonprofit boards over the next two years.
THE MCCLATCHY MEDIA LAB FUND
Strong local journalism encourages civic participation and improves local decision-making, but local journalism across the country is in decline. Stanislaus Community Foundation is launching The McClatchy Media Lab Fund to bolster community journalism in Stanislaus. In an innovative partnership with the nonprofit Report for America, grants from this fund will expand the team of reporters at The Modesto Bee and support new models for journalism at the local level.