Gateway Community Action Partnership houses more than 50 programs under one roof and works to help residents improve their quality of life and promote self sufficiency. We serve communities in Cumberland, Salem, Gloucester, Camden, Atlantic, Cape May and Mercer counties. Need Child Care Information? Interested in WIC services? Information about those programs and many more, including housing and energy assistance and economic development, can be found on our website. Gateway CAP is actively recruiting volunteers for a number of positions around the southern New Jersey region. We value our volunteers and their selfless contributions. To learn more about volunteer opportunities or to apply, please visit www.gatewaycap.org/volunteers. For Poverty Symposium full reports, please visit the website. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter: www.facebook.com/TriCountyCAP www.twitter.com/GatewayCAP

Merced County Community Action Board is a public relations and communications company based out of 1748 Miles Ct, Merced, CA, United States.

Non-profit organization specializing in foster care, adoption, residential treatment,substance abuse, mental health services and other supportive services, i.e., anger management, independent living skills, psychiatric services; serving children and adolescents.

Top executives from industry, academia, professions and nonprofits working together to address critical community issues using a holistic, valued based and highly leveraged approach.

Approachable Foster Family Agency supports foster families with the tools they need to bring stability and nurturing to the children in their care.

Turlock Christian Schools Inc is an education management company based out of 1619 E Monte Vista Ave, Turlock, California, United States.

Opportunities abound in Stanislaus County. Whether you are looking to expand your business here, looking for a new job, looking to relocate here, or just want information on how to start a new business, we can help. Our team is dedicated to serving the needs of businesses in Stanislaus County. We do this in a variety of ways. We provide services to businesses that will help you grow and succeed. Our Business Development Team can work with you to find financing for your project, navigate through government requirements and regulations for starting or expanding a new business, help locate sites and buildings for your expansion, or connect you to the many resources and experts who can expedite and facilitate your project. Our Workforce Readiness Team can help you find skilled workers who qualify for your positions. We can introduce you to job training programs that will make the training process more productive and palatable to your needs. We offer several programs that will enable you to tap in to the talent pools of future workers. Our Messaging Team can help you understand all the wonderful assets of this county, whether it be the exceptional quality of life we offer, the educational assets we enjoy, or the world class healthcare right here in our backyard. We can help promote your company to make our communities aware of what products and services you have to offer. We can help you apply best practices of messaging in your quest of attracting talent. Our Innovation Team is here to serve new businesses and entrepreneurs by providing free counseling in a variety of business practices such as accounting, marketing, operations, supply chain management, lean manufacturing, franchising, etc. We also help entrepreneurs write business plans, gain access to capital, provide business plan competition opportunities and develop solid management teams.

We Are Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends. Backed by trusted adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them. To join us, volunteer, reconnect, or donate, visit www.girlscouts.org.

Sierra Foothill Conservancy is a 501C3 land trust serving the central Sierra Nevada of California including Mariposa, Eastern Merced, Madera, and Fresno Counties. SFC conserves natural and family ranches and forests using conservation real estate strategies including conservation easements and fee title acquisitions. To date SFC has conserved over 53,000 acres of important lands through partnership with private landowners and agencies. A membership of over 3,000 support SFC's work which is conducted by staff members based in the eastern Fresno county and the Mariposa county. SFC is governed by a 13 member Board of Directors. SFC is an accredited member of The Land Trust Alliance, California Council of Land Trusts, Sierra Cascade Land Trust Council, and Sierra Consortium. Highlighted Projects: 2009-2010: The Foothills En Plein Air 2011: Sierra Lands Beef 2012: Expansion of Black Mtn Preserve with 2,500 acres of conservation Easements 2013: Establishment of Stockton Creek Preserve: Mariposa 2017-2020: Forest restoration of more than 2,000 acres 2020: Hornitos Ranch Conservation Easement 7,000 acres on the Merced River SFC's mission: The grasslands, foothills, and forests between Yosemite and Kings Canyon National Parks provide land for farms and ranches, a home for native plants and wildlife, and a source of clean water. The Sierra Foothill Conservancy honors our natural and cultural heritage by protecting these resources and ensuring that present and future generations will continue to experience and enjoy the land in this region.

The California Fresh Fruit Association is a voluntary public policy organization that works on behalf of our members – growers, shippers, marketers and associates – on issues that specifically affect member commodities: fresh grapes, kiwis, pomegranates, cherries, blueberries, peaches, pears, apricots, nectarines, interspecific varieties, plums, apples and persimmons. It is the Association’s responsibility to serve as a liaison between regulatory and legislative authorities by acting as the unified voice of our members. Visit www.CAFreshFruit.com or call (559) 226-6330 to learn more.

MISSION The United Way of Stanislaus County advances the common good by focusing on efforts to create opportunities that improve the quality of life at all levels of our community. VISION We will build a stronger community by partnering with and supporting programs that enhance and improve education, financial stability and healthy individuals.

“The Modesto Chamber of Commerce is a local business association. We solve problems and speak out for commerce. As a member, you join hundreds other businesses in our efforts to make a difference.” While you’re busy running your business, the Modesto Chamber of Commerce is taking action to improve the local business climate. Staff and volunteers keep this door open between the Chamber and our local, state and federal elected officials. We testify before councils and boards and maintain a constant dialogue, so our voice is heard. We also have representation on numerous advisory groups and committees, addressing topics such as waste water treatment, business license tax, utility users tax, utility costs and various local ordinances.