Apply by Feb 13 at 3pm for the INCHES (Informed Narratives for Community Healing and Equitable Systems) grant. This community power building program will convene grassroots orgs to help shift the Fresno's narrative. Learn more at: centralvalleycf.org/partner-with-u #CVCF #WhateverItTakes
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Thank you to special guest, SCCD Chancellor, Dr Carole Goldsmith for sharing your vision for the future and involvement with Fresno Drive. To learn more or join Friends, visit centralvalleycf.org/Friends
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This morning we hosted our first Friends Forum for our Friends of the foundation Members, fund holders and guests. (Cont.)
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As part of the Fresno DRIVE’s Civic Infrastructure initiative, the organization invests in residents through power building and community engagement. Link in bio for more. #whateverittakes #fresnodrive
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Congratulations to A Hopeful Encounter, Inc. on the Grand opening of their new space! They will provide programs and activities for youth and families in the Birney Neighborhood. (Cont.)
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Allow us to re-introduce ourselves! We recently launched a new logo and website to better communicate our commitment to create big and lasting change in the Central Valley. Read our story and learn about our community impact at: centralvalleycf.org. #WHATEVERITTAKES
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Yesterday, the Foundation Team spent the day solidifying our 2023 plans. We have lofty goals for the year and can’t wait to keep you updated on progress.
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“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly." - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. dedicated his life to promoting racial justice. Today, we honor his legacy to achieve true equality for all.
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"#California has recently experienced devastating storms across the state." You can donate to the CVCF Disaster Relief Recovery Resiliency Fund today! linktr.ee/centralvalleycf #centralvalley #whateverittakes
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#California has recently experienced devastating storms across the state. You can support those affected by uplifting the community foundations that have activated disaster relief funds to respond to the enormous need.
@CalCFs @WeAreHAF @CFSantaCruz
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You can either drop off your donation in person by 5:00pm this Friday, December 30th to the CVCF Office (1260 Fulton Street, Fresno, CA 93721), mail in your donation, postmarked by 12/31/22, or donate online(tr.ee/2bpusDG4JL)
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END OF YEAR UPDATE:
Want to donate this calendar year? There’s still time!
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The Foundation will be closed on the following dates during the holidays: Friday, December 23rd, Monday, December 26th, and Monday, January 2nd.
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We wish you and yours a joyful season filled with opportunity! #CVCF
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When you donate to CVCF, your gift is multiplied throughout the valley. Our foundation-sponsored initiatives are aimed at transforming entire systems, not just fixing symptoms. Donate today at tinyurl.com/cvcf-donate and make an impact in our community! #GivingTuesday #CVCF
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TONIGHT at 8pm watch The Big Tell Showcase on and CMAC. Ten short documentaries from ten local filmmakers featuring lesser known stories from the Central Valley. Thanks to our sponsors #TheBigTell
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We are filled with gratitude for all the donors, partners, and friends who help make our work possible. We wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving with loved ones! #CentralValleyCF #CentralValley #CVCF
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On National Philanthropy Day and Community Foundation Week, we celebrate the power of giving in the Central Valley. Celebrate with us by sharing your favorite giving story below. To learn more about ways to give, please visit centralvalleycf.org! #fresno #centralvalley
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. report out about Creative Economy work group & the $250B industry: "Factoring the creative economic as a major economic driver is something we want to put in the middle of the room....The arts open us up to see each other and problems differently."
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Last day of the @CAeconomy ended with strong support for the future of California.@MoveCAFWD Co-Chair @AshleyCVCF lead a Fireside Chat with Governor Gavin Newsom at the California Economic Summit. (cont.)
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"I'm proud of this state. 40 million strong with rebirth and revitalization! Uniquely position to not only survive but to thrive.- Gov. Newsom". #CAForward #CASummit
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Last day of the ended with strong support for the future of California. Co-Chair lead a Fireside Chat with Governor Gavin Newsom at the California Economic Summit. (cont.)
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It was another a great day in Bakersfield while attending the ! Conversations on infrastructure, the future of High Speed Rail and more with @AVillaraigosa ,, & , ! More conversations to come! #CASummit #CAForward
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Friends and Hub leaders enjoyed appetizers and murals highlighting each neighborhood and learned how the Civic Infrastructure initiative aims to amplify the voices of residents. #FresnoDRIVE #centralvalley
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Civic Infrastructure equips Neighborhood Hub organizations to develop resident engagement and prioritizes visible improvements in disinvested neighborhoods. (Cont.)
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A week ago today, we hosted our Friends of the Foundation Dinner on Fulton Street! Guests learned about the people, neighborhoods, and heart behind our Fresno DRIVE initiative, Civic Infrastructure. (Cont.)
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We are looking forward to a wonderful summit! #CAeconomy
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Thank you to @CentralValleyCF for supporting this week's 2022 @CAeconomy Summit & efforts to help regions rise: cafwd.org/2022summit #CAeconomy
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(Cont..) U.S. Economic Development Administration American Rescue Plan!
Thank you to our federal, state, and local elected officials for your continuous support. Now the works begins! #F3 #centralvalley #fresno
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Thank you U.S. Senator Alex Padilla and U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce Alejandra Castillo for visiting Fresno and celebrating the recently awarded two federal grants totaling $88.1 Million as part of the (Cont..)
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Thank you U.S. Senator Alex Padilla and U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce Alejandra Castillo for visiting Fresno and celebrating the recently awarded two federal grants totaling $88.1 Million as part of the (cont..)
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Thank you for visiting the #CentralValley and being an advocate for the American Rescue Plan! #F3 #centralvalley
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Thanks to the American Rescue Plan, @US_EDA is delivering over $88 million to spur agricultural innovation, create jobs, and boost economic development in the Central Valley.
Joined local leaders in Fresno to celebrate this historic investment to help the Central Valley thrive.
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Thank you for visiting the Central Valley and celebrating our #BuildBackBetter award! Now the work begins! #F3 #centralvalley
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Fresno DRIVE team has opened a Request for Qualifications for consultants to support our work in building a curriculum on shared understanding and analysis of racism and its impact. (cont.)
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Coreen Campos of United Way Fresno and Madera Counties, Reyna Rodriguez of Linguistica Interpreting and Translation Services, Isaiah Green of Fresno EOC, and Monita Porter of FMBCC) who are also honored for their work in our community. #centralvalley #fresno
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We would also like to Congratulate our CVCF Council of Business Sponsors members (Ana Medina of Wells Fargo, Patricia Vazquez-Topete of Citibank, and Chris Zeitz of Fresno County Economic Development Corporation) and our Fresno DRIVE partners (Cont..)
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Congratulations to CVCF’s very own Karen Aceves on her recently announced 2022 Fresno Top 40 under 40 honor! Karen is our Director of Economic Development & Regional Partnerships and has been integral in building partnerships to bring in funding for the Central Valley. (Cont..)
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Congratulations to the 2022 Bonding, Technical Assistance, and Contracting (BTAC) program graduates.
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Another big win for the #CentralValley! The 'F3' Future of Food initiative received $15M from the State, made possible by Sen. Anna Caballero. Funding will benefit the Agrifood Technology and Engineering Collaborative (AgTEC) - a workforce program among seven regional colleges.
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