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Mercy Foundation
More than 160 years ago, the Sisters of Mercy arrived in Sacramento, stepping ashore following the chaos of the Gold Rush to a city rife with issues. Guided by the vision of their founder, Venerable Catherine McAuley, these women brought hope and healing to those who needed it most.
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Gilbert CPAs
Partnering with Sacramento SPCA
Since 1892, the Sacramento SPCA
has been more than just a shelter
— it’s a heartbeat in our community, pulsing with compassion and
possibility. While their sheltering services are vital, the
SSPCA’s reach extends far beyond, weaving a network of care that
touches both animals and people.
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Comcast
Our Employees: Champions of Community Service in the Greater Sacramento Area
Comcast employees are deeply committed to making a difference in the Greater Sacramento area. These workers showcase their dedication to community service with various volunteer efforts that not only support local organizations, but also foster a sense of unity and purpose.
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CASA Placer & Yuba
Advocates Enable Foster Youth to Thrive
Since 2004, Child Advocates has been a steadfast force in supporting foster youth and families within our community.
Women in Leadership 2025: Cassandra Jennings
Our annual salute to the women who lead the Capital Region
At St. HOPE, Jennings oversees a collection of nonprofit entities — including a charter high school, a development company and an endowment — aimed at revitalizing the Oak Park neighborhood. She is, and has always been, a community builder.
Recycling Unused Food: On the Frontlines With the Agencies and Food Banks Making SB 1383 Work to Feed the Hungry
The food recovery process for SB 1383 is divided into separate tiers. Tier 1, which involves large grocery chains and food distribution centers, went into effect in 2022. The following year, Rancho Cordova’s locker alone recovered 800,000 pounds of food. In that same period, Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services oversaw the redistribution of 14.6 million pounds of edible food that came directly from Capital Area grocery stores.
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GILBERT CPAs
SHATTERING GLASS CEILINGS WITH TWO NEW DYNAMIC AUDIT MANAGERS
As Gilbert CPAs moves forward into another year of caring for their clients, the firm is not just crunching numbers — it’s shattering glass ceilings. With a recent promotion of two dynamic women to audit manager roles, Gilbert CPAs is proving that in the world of accounting, women are definitely counting.
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UNITED WAY
MOBILIZING FOR CHANGE THE WOMEN DRIVING UNITED WAY'S IMPACT
United Way California Capital Region (UWCCR) isn’t just an organization — it’s a movement. A community-driven powerhouse that mobilizes people to action so all can thrive.
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PIONEER COMMUNITY ENERGY
BRINGING CHOICE INTO THE ENERGY MARKET
Seven years ago, a desire for competition in the local electricity market sparked a neighborly revolution in the foothills region: the creation of Pioneer Community Energy, a customer-owned, not-for-profit electricity provider that serves the unincorporated areas of Placer and El Dorado counties and the incorporated areas of Auburn, Colfax, Grass
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RANCHO CORDOVA COMMUNITY FOOD HUB
The Rancho Cordova Food Locker is undergoing a transformative project to create an empowering experience for anyone facing food insecurity. Spearheaded by a team of strong women in leadership, the new Community Food Hub is set to revolutionize food assistance in the region.