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PLACER COUNTY
Placer County is known for its exceptional quality of life and rapid growth. Visionary women in local government, education, business, housing and nonprofits are making a significant impact in the region.
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MAKE-A-WISH
WISHES COME TRUE HERE. HOPE, TOO
Since being founded by developer/philanthropist Frank Ramos 42 years ago, Make-A-Wish Northeastern and Central California has been providing comfort, hope and excitement to health-challenged kids from two-and-half months to 18 years of age.
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BANK OF MARIN
WHERE COMMUNITY ISN'T JUST A WORD, IT'S A WAY OF LIFE
At Bank of Marin, community isn’t just a word; it’s a way of life. This commitment shines through in the dedication of its leadership team. The bank’s Sacramento-based leaders understand the profound impact their work can have, offering personalized service and a genuine investment in the well-being of its neighbors.
The Way We Work: Kenny Pawlek
A glimpse into the daily life of the administrator at Shriners Children’s Northern California
Pawlek keeps that positive outlook through all aspects of managing the 800-employee operation. One secret to keeping a positive morale: lots of dad jokes.
The Way We Work: Brad Squires
A glimpse into the daily life of the CEO of Sacramento Venture Philanthropy, CEO of the Orangevale-Fair Oaks Community Foundation and owner of Heirloom Acres farm
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SHINGLE SPRINGS BAND OF MIWOK INDIANS
The Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians, operators of Red Hawk Casino in Placerville, has been making significant strides in reclaiming their ancestral lands across Sacramento. The tribe, once known as the Sacramento Band of Verona Homeless Indians, has come full circle with recent land acquisitions that reconnect them to their indigenous heritage.
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EL DORADO COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
EMPOWERING BUSINESSES AND PROMOTING EL DORADO COUNTY FOR ALL
The El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 110th anniversary in 2025. A dedicated staff and a board of directors guide the chamber, committed to its mission of supporting and promoting a strong, healthy and diverse business community to preserve the quality of life in El Dorado County.
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El DORADO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
STRENGTHENING EL DORADO COUNTY NOW AND FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS
Established in 1991, El Dorado Community Foundation serves the El Dorado County region with a mission of strengthening the community both now and for future generations. A dedicated team of six guides the foundation on its mission in partnership with a board of directors made up of 11 community members from throughout El Dorado County.
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Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency
INNOVATION IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING THROUGH PUBLIC-NONPROFIT PARTNERSHIPS
As the lead housing agency for the City and County of Sacramento, we’re changing lives for the better. Our success is only possible through strategic nonprofit, private and public partnerships. We work together to address the shared goal to create a broad spectrum of sustainable housing with amenities and economic opportunities that make communities thrive.