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Building Schools That Build Communities
By Jason Sample, Superintendent/CEO, Gateway Community Charters
At Gateway Community Charters (GCC), we’ve always approached education as a lever for community revitalization. Long before “community schools” became a buzzword in education policy, we were establishing schools in historically underserved Sacramento neighborhoods — intentionally designing them as centers of opportunity, equity and voice.
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EMCOR SERVICES MESA ENERGY
VALUING AND REWARDING WOMEN AS INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
For more than 40 years, EMCOR Services Mesa Energy (Mesa Energy) has provided high-quality mechanical, full-service commercial HVAC, building automation consulting and services with efficient, cost-effective customized energy solutions.
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Navigating AI at the Capitol
CCST’s Staff Academy is equipping Sacramento to meet the future with knowledge and confidence
Equipping Sacramento for the AI Era
Artificial intelligence is transforming nearly every industry and now it is reshaping conversations inside California’s State Capitol.
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Institute for Local Government
CELEBRATING 70 YEARS OF EMPOWERING LOCAL LEADERS
The Institute for Local Government (ILG) is celebrating 70 years as a critical resource for local government officials.
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RIVER VALLEY COMMUNITY BANK
LOCAL ROOTS, LASTING IMPACT - RIVER VALLEY'S MISSION IN ACTION
In an era dominated by digital banking and faceless transactions, River Valley Community Bank is proving there is still a powerful place for personal connection and community commitment.
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KIDSFIRST
STRENGTHENING FAMILIES FOR LASTING CHANGE
For over three decades, KidsFirst has stood as a cornerstone of support for children and families in Placer County. As the region’s designated child abuse prevention and family resource agency, our mission is clear: to empower and strengthen families through compassionate care, early intervention and community collaboration.

There’s Free Food Every Weeknight at This Davis Park
How the Davis Night Market offers mutual aid on a ‘shoestring of a shoestring’ budget
You’ll find them standing in a corner of Davis’ Central Park every weeknight after dark, barely lit by a nearby streetlight, surrounded by cardboard boxes and plastic bags. This is the Davis Night Market, a grassroots organization that has been operating under the radar for over half a decade.
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County of Sacramento
SACRAMENTO COUNTY WELCOMES NEW LEADERS FOR THE FUTURE
“As Sacramento County celebrates our 175th anniversary this year, we’re pleased to welcome four dynamic new directors to our organization,” says David Villanueva, County Executive. “These accomplished professionals bring years of experience and deep expertise to their new roles, helping to position the county for ongoing excellence.”
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California American Water
EVERY DROP COUNTS: DELIVERING ON QUALITY AND COMMUNITY
It’s easy to take for granted the simple act of turning on the tap and pouring a glass of clean, healthy water — especially in a state as sprawling and diverse as California. We expect it to be there, every time, and rarely stop to think about the skilled professionals, the miles of pipes and the layers of regulations that make it possible.

Opinion: Donating Funds is Critical, Donating Time is Priceless
While dollar donations are mission critical and help to keep the
figurative lights on at many nonprofits, hands-on volunteers are
also valuable — and the most in-demand type of volunteer role
needed is board service.