Organizations Nominated by Our Members
One of the most meaningful parts of our grant process is discovering the incredible organizations making a difference throughout Sonoma County. Every nonprofit featured here was nominated by one of our members as part of one of our grant cycles.
While only a few organizations receive grants each cycle, every nominee represents important work happening in our community. We are proud to highlight these organizations and encourage our members and community to learn more about their missions, volunteer opportunities, and ways to support their work.
Together, these organizations are addressing a wide range of community needs from youth development and education to food security, healthcare, housing, animal welfare, environmental stewardship, and more.
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The American End of Endo Project endeavors to help girls, women, and all individuals suffering from endometriosis by removing common barriers that often prevent them from receiving the best possible care currently available. Vision We envision a future where people with endometriosis are diagnosed as early as possible.
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The Blue Rose Foundation gives kids in financial need what they need most…preschool.
The Blue Rose Foundation strives to positively affect the future of economically disadvantaged children, their families, and society by raising funds to provide scholarship grants for children to attend a quality, accredited preschool and by bringing awareness to the fundamental need for all children to attend preschool.
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At Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin, we help more than 10,000 kids at 40 clubs in 10 communities, and 95% of our Members attend at no cost to their families.
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Charlie's Acres provides a sanctuary for rescued farmed animals, fostering compassion and appreciation for these intelligent beings through education while empowering people to make kinder, more sustainable choices.
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Corazón Healdsburg works to create a more just and compassionate community for all. Corazón operates a bilingual family resource center and offers family-centered case management, as well as a cradle-to-career approach to education for all ages. We amplify the local Latin-American voice, and host community events, trainings and discussions to promote and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Chop's is a place where teens feel safe to be who they are. They find mentors, healthy activities and confidence in their futures.
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Discover inclusive community programs, family support, and education resources for individuals with unique needs at Common Ground Society.
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Community Matters works to equip and empower students and adults to create schools and communities that are safe, welcoming and inclusive.
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Our Mission: To enhance the quality of life for our aging community by providing services that promote well-being and maintain independence.
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Dogwood Animal Rescue is a unique, non-profit animal-rescue organization located in Sonoma County, CA. We are foster-based, meaning animals are not held in a shelter but are cared for in the homes of our volunteers until adopted. Dogwood’s Mission: To support animals and the people who love them through rescue, rehoming, spay/neuter and education.
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Emergency Prep Help prepares seniors for natural disasters and other emergencies.
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Horse Sense for the Heart. Equi-Sense provides trauma-informed experiential education with horses, and other animals, in relationship with the environment.
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The Family Justice Center Sonoma County provides coordinated services and resources for victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Elder Abuse. Co-located partners include Community Based Organizations, Law Enforcement, and Prosecution.
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First Responders Resiliency is a program developed to decrease stress and enhance resiliency in first responders. Created For First Responders by First Responders, they are dedicated to the psychological and physical well being of those who are serving, or have served, in the industry.
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A haven for children and animals to bond and break the cycle of abuse.
Since its inception in 1992, Forget Me Not Farm has helped thousands of at-risk children and youth heal symptoms of trauma and break cycles of abuse. The Farm offers animal-assisted and horticultural therapeutic activities that provide a haven for children, plants and animals to bond, learn, and heal with one another.
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Forgotten Felines of Sonoma County is a nonprofit Spay/Neuter Clinic focused on improving the lives of unowned cats in our county.
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Free to Be builds confidence in Sonoma County youth by empowering them with tools to make healthy choices in today’s ever-changing culture. Born in the 80’s. 35 Years serving Sonoma County, Built on strength credibility and unstoppable determination.
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Goatlandia’s mission is to rescue farm animals from neglect, abandonment, and the dairy and meat industries, give them lifelong sanctuary or loving adoptive homes, and invite people onto the farm to meet them. Through these encounters, hands-on education, and plant-based food, they help people see farm animals as individuals and make more compassionate choices for animals, their own health, and the planet.
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Infinite Learning and Resource Center works to empower and uplift communities facing challenges in education and career development by providing culturally responsive support. They focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAAM), offering tailored educational resources, opportunities, mentorship, and guidance. Through a network of community-wide connections, they aim to foster growth, build confidence, and create equitable access to educational pathways that lead to successful and fulfilling careers.
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Our mission is to support Latino individuals and families in Sonoma Valley to attain their dreams and aspirations by providing access to knowledge, skill-building, and resources.
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The Laguna Foundation engages community members and collaborates with public land managers and private landowners on various projects aimed at creating resilient, vibrant ecosystems and neighborhoods within the Laguna de Santa Rosa watershed.
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LandPaths is an environmental education and conservation leader with the mission is to foster a love of the land in Sonoma County. We believe everyone should have access to the awe and inspiration of nature.
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The League of Women Voters encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government. It influences
public policy through education and advocacy. We are a diverse, non-partisan, political
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The LIME Foundation empowers people to discover their potential by offering life-changing opportunities in the construction trades, music, performing arts, technology, and senior wellness. Our deepest hope is that every participant not only transforms their own future, but also becomes a bright source of inspiration within their community.
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Little Trooper Ranch works to foster and perpetuate unconditional love.
Animals are the first priority and they have a passionate team dedicated to animals and the humans who will love them.
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The Living Room provides transitional housing for women and children, fostering community, mental and physical health, and life-skills for long-term success.
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We are a 501(c)(3) Arts Nonprofit hosting live performances, Music, Comedy, Dance, Festivals, Educational Programs, Original Theater, Rentals
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Our mission is to collaborate with others to design and implement anti-racist, joy-focused, sustainable, and affirming practices. We strive to do our work with love, commitment, political action, and freedom dreaming.
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Our Village Closet (OVC) is committed to improving outcomes for youth and families of foster care by providing no-cost essentials, comfort items, support, and community connections. At OVC, we believe that no youth in foster care should feel alone, and no foster caregiver should face the challenges of last-minute placements or navigate complex trauma alone. Through collaboration, education, and advocacy, we empower youth and families to thrive by offering essential supplies, emotional support, and connections to others who understand the journey of fostering.
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Packages for Preemies is committed to providing goods, financial support and services to families with infants that are born prior to 37 weeks and spend more than 5 days in the NICU. We will provide as much support as we possibly can to each family that contacts us. Each family deserves to focus 100% on the health and wellness of their baby, and ensure that they are able to take them home.
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PEP Housing is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to providing seniors with limited income access to affordable quality housing with supportive services.
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Pepperwood's 3,200-acre reserve serves as a refuge for over 900 species of plants and animals. Our dedicated team focuses on long-term ecological monitoring and generates essential scientific data that supports effective natural resource management and informed conservation planning in our region. Through engaging environmental education opportunities for all ages, we aim to inspire a deep-rooted ethic of conservation in the North Bay area, nurturing a love for the environment that can lead to a brighter future for all.
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PPSC is dedicated to improving the social and economic health of our community by providing programs that strengthen the dignity and self-sufficiency of the individual.
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Play It Forward Music Foundation of Sonoma County puts instruments in the hands of those that wouldn't otherwise hold them and teaching music skills that enrich a lifetime.
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Plumfield Academy is a therapeutic school for boys who learn differently, providing individualized personalized learning.
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Based in Sonoma County, Positive Images is an LGBTQIA+ Community Center established in 1990. We provide support to the North Bay’s LGBTQIA+ population, with an emphasis on identities and individuals at the margins – including transgender and nonbinary individuals, LGBTQIA+ people of color, Latine families, neurodivergent people, and disabled people. We are dedicated to providing essential services that encompass mental health support, advocacy, and education.
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Read On, Sonoma! works to boost literacy, reading comprehension, and reading confidence among elementary school students across Sonoma County.
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Our mission is to provide comprehensive services that promote healing, personal growth, and integration into society for survivors of human trafficking. By offering tailored support and resources, we aim to empower survivors to rebuild their lives and create a positive and sustainable future.
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Russian Riverkeeper protects and restores our watershed environment for the benefit of current and future generations.
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Our mission is to address the epidemic of violence and preventable suffering in at-risk animals and people.
In honor of our most vulnerable community members, we envision a world where suffering is prevented and trauma is healed through fierce compassionate action and human animal connection.
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Our mission is to provide food, clothing and personal items to low income families, as well as persons with disabilities.
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The mission of Sonoma County Pride is to foster equity, visibility, and belonging for LGBTQIA+ people across our region. The organization advances this mission through community collaboration, education, celebration, and the creation of safe and affirming spaces, while honoring LGBTQIA+ history with a focus on our future.
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To create and maintain an environment that encourages independence for older adults by providing learning, social, and recreational opportunities in the continued pursuit of a fulfilling and healthy life. We educate the community about the issues related to the aging process.
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The Secure Families Collaborative is the backbone organization to a network of 19 partners who provide pro-bono legal services and wraparound social services. We work together to support immigrants in our community and protect our entire community’s cultural and economic vitality.
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The Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition promotes healthy and safe riding for everyone through advocacy and education.
The vision: riding a bicycle becomes an everyday activity for transportation, recreation and exercise throughout Sonoma County for everyone. Bicycling is considered a standard form of transportation by local governments and safe transportation options for bicycle riders are always included in decision-making. As a result, the people of Sonoma County enjoy healthier lifestyles, a cleaner environment and safe cycling choices.
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For 50 years, Sonoma Land Trust has been partnering with local communities to protect the open, natural, and working lands and waters of one of the most species-rich—and beautiful—regions in the world.
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The Soul Yoga Foundation exists to support the community by cultivating health and wellness through sharing the tools of yoga in classes, leadership development and fostering outreach programs that build self awareness, equitable relationship skills and have lasting social impact.
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Friends of Trione-Annadel is the official nonprofit partner dedicated to protecting the health of our treasured Trione-Annadel State Park in Santa Rosa, California. Through donations from the community, they support trail and open space maintenance and development, equitable access, and youth education – ensuring a healthy environment for wildlife and continued accessibility for all.
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Leading Sonoma County in the elimination of sexual assault and human trafficking through prevention, and the support of survivors through intervention and healing.
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VIDAS provides trauma-informed immigrant legal advocacy and community wellness programs.
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Wags N Wishes is a Petaluma based nonprofit small rescue with big heart, working to save lives of animals.
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West County Health Centers provides comprehensive, quality and accessible health care services to the communities of western Sonoma County.
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Wiley’s Wish Animal Rescue is a women-led 501(c)(3) dog rescue serving all of California, rooted in the belief that every dog deserves time, safety, and the chance to be truly seen. We step in for dogs coming from overcrowded and high-kill shelters—dogs who need medical care, patience, stability, and someone willing to say yes when it matters most.
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The Zane Templin’s mission is to support mental health awareness and suicide prevention, with a focus on the children, teens, and young adults of Sonoma County.