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COVID-19 Mitigation Project funding available
January 13, 2022
The Center at Sierra Health Foundation and the State of California’s Department of Health Care Services are pleased to announce the COVID-19 Mitigation Project funding opportunity. The project is designed to prevent, prepare for and respond to the COVID-19 public health emergency and ensure the continuity of services to support individuals connected to the behavioral health system. The application due date is Feb. 11 at 1 p.m. Access the request for applications for more details and application instructions.
It’s National Mentoring Month!
January 6, 2022
Join us and our mentoring partners in elevating the power of relationships by highlighting the benefits of mentoring, discussing best practices for supporting young people and sharing inspiring stories. Visit Mentoring.org and learn about the My Brother’s Keeper Sacramento Collaborative Mentoring Program.
Happy Holidays!
December 23, 2021
We wish all of our partners happiness and good health this holiday season and in the new year. Our offices will be closed Dec. 24 through Jan. 2.
Let’s do our part to prevent the spread of COVID-19 this holiday season
December 20, 2021
Our partners at the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) have shared some important tips to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 this holiday season. Visit the CDPH website to access the tips as well as fact sheets, social media messaging and images to share.
Partnerships – December 2021
December 16, 2021
Read the December issue of Partnerships for our holiday message to partners.
California’s Latino Power Fund raises $10 million to invest in the power of Latinos
December 14, 2021
Latino Community Foundation is proud to announce the first $10 million in the Latino Power Fund! A coalition of more than 20 funders and donors have declared their commitment to invest in the civic and economic power of Latinos.
Partnerships – November 2021
November 29, 2021
Read the November issue of Partnerships for staff updates, employment opportunities, news about Elevate Youth California and the Del Paso Heights Sports Complex, and topics we’re following, including land acknowledgements and the Family Urgent Response System.
Community opens Del Paso Heights Sports Complex
November 29, 2021
This Sacramento economic development project is transforming an aging park and vacant lot into four futsal courts and a softball field as part of the City of Sacramento’s increased focus on community investments. Continue reading...
Partnerships – October 2021
October 28, 2021
Read the October issue of Partnerships for a guest article on the State of California’s new Community Supports program, news about Grizzly Creek Ranch and the Sacramento PASS initiative, and topics we’re following, including the latest COVID-19 vaccination information.
National Academy of Public Administration names Chet P. Hewitt a 2021 Fellow
October 18, 2021
The National Academy of Public Administration has selected Chet P. Hewitt, president and CEO of Sierra Health Foundation and The Center at Sierra Health Foundation, for inclusion in its 2021 Class of Academy Fellows. The lifetime honor recognizes Hewitt’s years of public administration service and expertise.
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Sacramento PASS brings together resources, advocacy and support for local student success
October 13, 2021
The Sacramento Parents Advocating for Student Success (PASS) initiative launched today with the unveiling of a Leadership Training Institute to support the healthy social and emotional development of local students and their families. Continue reading...
Partnerships – September 2021
September 30, 2021
Read the September issue of Partnerships for a message on community investment from President and CEO Chet P. Hewitt, COVID-19 outreach tools and resources, program updates including our new Partner voices feature, and news and topics we’re following.