Streets of Paradise (SoP) is an outreach and awareness initiative dedicated to building purposeful relationships with the homeless and at-risk communities through no-cost street access to basic life necessities, facilitating access to rapid rehousing and other social services. We provide continued support for success by providing furnishings and basic needs once housed.
This scholarship was established in memory of Zac Felkey, a Veteran of the US Navy, a graduate of the Bridger Alternative School, a graduate of Montana State University with a degree in Earth Science, and an Individual Ready Reservist with the US Naval Reserve. As stipulated in the foundation charter $2000.00 will be awarded each academic year.
Life Aid Research Institute seeks to improve brain health and empower resilience by combining peer support, technology, functional medicine, and community activation that will reduce suicide in military, veterans, and first responders. This integrative therapy and evidence based, approach uses objective quantitative analysis incorporating data and pattern recognition from brain imaging.
The Kids First Scholarship Foundation was established to generate donations and resources to support K-12 students, teacher and administrators. Our approach is straightforward and long term: 1)Encourage K-12 students to consider teaching as a career, 2) Provide financial assistance to aspiring teachers enrolled in K-12 teacher education programs, and 3) Serve as a mentor to Kids First teacher candidates on their journey to a degree and licensure.
Established in 1965, Fresno EOC is a nonprofit Community Action Agency that provides opportunities, strengthens self-sufficiency, and offers support for all people. We listen to the needs of the communities we serve to create effective programs and services. Fresno EOC is at the forefront, continuing the war on poverty with over 35 programs dedicated to getting people the help they need to achieve their goals.
As a nonprofit partner and thought leader since 1992, Fairfield County’s Community Foundation brings together passionate people and trusted resources to solve our region’s challenges through innovative, collaborative solutions. Together, our goal is to close the opportunity gap in Fairfield County by eliminating disparities in income, education, employment, housing, and health.