Agenda packet — Rancho Cordova City Council, April 7, 2025 (part 6 of 10)

School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 3, 2025, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party. Include whether you have received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner. Upload any letters of support with your application. City staff will verify third-party permits have been discussed. In your planning discussions, be sure to discuss any necessary insurance or volunteer requirements that may increase budget costs. School Sites If your project/program is intended to operate at a public K-12 school site, your application is due by March 3rd at Noon. City staff will work with the school districts to confirm an endorsement for your project/program. It’s the applicant’s responsibility to communicate with school site and district representatives before applying so there is clarity during the endorsement process. Districts will only consider endorsement for applications submitted to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund by the March 3rd Noon deadline. Each participating school superintendent reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program. Parks If your project/program is intended to operate at a park or community center site, your application is due by March 3rd at Noon. City staff will work with the Cordova Recreation & Park District to confirm an endorsement for your project/program. It’s the applicant’s responsibility to communicate with district representatives before applying so there is clarity during the endorsement process. A special use permit application is required for any program or event planned at a CRPD facility. The special use application can be found at the CRPD website: https://crpd.com/. CRPD will only consider endorsement for applications submitted to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund by the March 3rd Noon deadline. The Cordova Recreation & Park District reserves the right to withhold their endorsement of a project/program.

Below is the list of staff to communicate with at school and park organizations: Folsom Cordova Unified School District:
[email protected] Cordova Recreation & Park District:
[email protected] Elk Grove Unified School District: [email protected] and [email protected] Sacramento City Unified School District: Tuan[email protected] for Winn and Carver and [email protected] for Lincoln.

Primary street
address of
project/program
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Sacramento
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95827
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.
n/a
Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) Letters.2025.pdf
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Anu
Aaltonen Bond
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Ri-Nu Imagination
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
CEO/Founder, Executive/Creative Director
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
Yes, I would be the one to sign the contract
By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2025-2026 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2025 with adoption in June 2025. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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Final Healing Through the Arts Budget
Category Cost ($)
Facilitator (Lead Instructor) 12,600.00
Supplies (Art materials only) 6,000.00
Administrative Costs 3,000.00
Total Program Cost 21,600.00
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In-Kind Contributions
Category Amount ($)
Program Facilitator (Anu Aaltonen-Bond) - In-Kind 12,600.00 Board Members (Marketing & Outreach) - In-Kind 9,000.00 Two Event Volunteers - In-Kind 2,143.00
Total In-Kind Contributions 23,743.00
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Alexandra Yakovleva
Artist/Participator
3/8/2025
Dear City of Rancho Cordova,
I am writing to share my experience from a series of Sunday workshops I attended at Ri-Nu Imagination, an organization run by Anu Aaltonen Bond. The workshops were led by various talented artists, including a veteran artist named John, who guided us through a variety of artistic techniques. Over the course of 2.5 months, we learned skills such as perspective, points of reference, shading, and how to blend acrylic paints using gradation techniques. John also shared his own artwork, filled with hope, dreams, and visions for the future, which inspired us all.

In addition to John’s workshops, we also had the opportunity to participate in a Zentangleworkshop led by a different artist. This session was particularly soothing and meditative, offering a chance for deep focus and calm through intricate, repetitive patterns. The Zentangle technique provided a peaceful escape and allowed us to center ourselves while engaging in a creative and mindful process.

What made these workshops particularly meaningful was their ability to help participants, including myself, process painful thoughts and emotional challenges. The winter months can be especially difficult, and the act of creating art allowed me to reflect and find healing through the creative process. The techniques I learned, as well as the new perspectives I gained through painting and Zentangle, gave me a fresh outlook on my own life and experiences.

At the conclusion of the workshops, we had a reception that included an art exhibit, where we had the opportunity to exhibit our paintings and drawings. This was an incredibly exciting moment, as we were able to share our thoughts, complement each other on our achievements, and reflect on how workshops helped us to connect and explore our artistic abilities. The sense of accomplishment and camaraderie was deeply moving.

Art, as taught in these workshops, provided not only an outlet for creative expression but also a tool for emotional healing. The opportunity to explore new points of reference, work through difficult emotions, and practice mindfulness was incredibly therapeutic. I am deeply grateful for the experience and the positive impact it has had on my life.

Sincerely,
Alexandra Yakovleva
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Subject: Letter of Recommendation for Ri-Nu Imagination’s Healing Art Workshops
Dear Anu,
I am honored to write this letter in support of Ri-Nu Imagination and its Healing Art Workshops, led by the talented and dedicated Anu Aaltonen-Bond. As someone who has seen the power of art in fostering healing and emotional well-being, I wholeheartedly recommend continued funding for this invaluable program.

Anu Aaltonen-Bond’s work through Ri-Nu Imagination provides a unique and nurturing space where individuals from all walks of life can use creative expression as a tool for self-discovery and emotional resilience. These workshops offer participants the opportunity to heal, connect, and find solace in a supportive environment, especially those facing personal challenges, trauma, or mental health struggles.

Personally, I have seen the profound impact of artistic expression in my own life and within my family. Art has the ability to break through barriers where words may fail, offering an outlet for emotions that might otherwise remain unspoken. Programs like the Healing Art Workshops are essential in our communities, giving individuals the resources and encouragement they need to navigate life’s complexities.

I strongly urge you to support Ri-Nu Imagination and the Healing Art Workshops so that Anu Aaltonen-Bond can continue her mission of bringing creativity, healing, and connection to those who need it most. Her dedication, passion, and expertise make this program a cornerstone of community well-being.

Thank you for your time and consideration. Please feel free to reach out if you require any further information.

Sincerely,
Arjun Joshi
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42-Week Healing Workshop Class
Schedule
Week Date Workshop Topic
1 Tuesday, July 01, 2025 Introduction to Drawing: Line, Shape, and Form 2 Tuesday, July 08, 2025 Shading and Texture Techniques in Pencil 3 Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Understanding Composition and Perspective 4 Tuesday, July 22, 2025 Exploring Charcoal and Graphite Drawing 5 Tuesday, July 29, 2025 Introduction to Acrylic Painting: Tools and Techniques 6 Tuesday, August 05, 2025 Color Mixing and Blending in Acrylics 7 Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Creating Depth with Layers in Acrylics 8 Tuesday, August 19, 2025 Exploring Abstract Acrylic Painting 9 Tuesday, August 26, 2025 Introduction to Watercolor: Brush Techniques 10 Tuesday, September 02, 2025 Color Theory and Transparency in Watercolor 11 Tuesday, September 09, 2025 Creating Atmospheric Effects with Watercolor 12 Tuesday, September 16, 2025 Exploring Wet-on-Wet and Dry Brush Techniques 13 Tuesday, September 23, 2025 Introduction to Pastels: Soft and Oil 14 Tuesday, September 30, 2025 Blending and Layering in Pastel Art 15 Tuesday, October 07, 2025 Creating Expressive Portraits with Pastels 16 Tuesday, October 14, 2025 Understanding Ink and Pen Drawing Techniques 17 Tuesday, October 21, 2025 Exploring Mixed Media: Combining Materials 18 Tuesday, October 28, 2025 Introduction to Collage and Textural Art 19 Tuesday, November 04, 2025 Figure Drawing Basics: Proportions and Anatomy 20 Tuesday, November 11, 2025 Still Life Studies: Capturing Light and Shadow 21 Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Nature Sketching and Botanical Art 22 Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Introduction to Healing Through Art 23 Tuesday, December 02, 2025 Exploring Personal Narratives Through Art ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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24 Tuesday, December 09, 2025 Mindfulness and Creative Expression 25 Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Color Therapy and Emotional Well-being 26 Tuesday, December 23, 2025 Building Resilience Through Mixed Media 27 Tuesday, December 30, 2025 The Power of Symbolism in Art 28 Tuesday, January 06, 2026 Transforming Pain into Purpose 29 Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Creating Vision Boards for Healing 30 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Music and Movement in Art Therapy 31 Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Journaling and Artistic Self-Reflection 32 Tuesday, February 03, 2026 Community Healing Through Collaborative Art 33 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Exploring Identity Through Portrait Art 34 Tuesday, February 17, 2026 Nature-Inspired Healing Art 35 Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Storytelling Through Clay and Sculpture 36 Tuesday, March 03, 2026 Healing with Watercolors and Fluid Art 37 Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Breaking Barriers with Abstract Expressionism 38 Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Guided Meditation and Artistic Visualization 39 Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Art for Stress Reduction and Relaxation 40 Tuesday, March 31, 2026 Exploring Cultural Healing Practices in Art 41 Tuesday, April 07, 2026 Creating Personal Healing Mandalas 42 Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Poetry and Art: The Intersection of Words and Images ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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Thank you for your interest in applying to the City of Rancho Cordova's Community Enhancement & Investment Fund. Applications are open from February 10, 2025, to March 14, 2025 (Noon). Before you being please read the notes about deadlines and certain types of grant applications/grants below. School/Park Application Deadline **Note that projects or programs involving a park or school district have a deadline of March 3 (Noon) to allow for the third-party endorsement process by the grant deadline.** A Note about Religious Schools and the Application/Grant Process **Note for grant applications from religious schools. The United States Supreme Court has recently ruled in part that: “denying a generally available benefit [from government] solely on account of religious identity imposes a penalty on the free exercise of religion that can be justified only by a state interest of the highest order.” The City is of the opinion that not all grants to religious schools are prohibited under this and other similar rulings. However, these United States Supreme Court decisions remain in conflict with a section of the California State Constitution that says:
“[n]either the Legislature, nor any county, city and county, township, school district, or other municipal corporation, shall ever make an appropriation, or pay from any public fund whatever, or grant anything to or in aid of any religious sect, church, creed, or sectarian purpose, or help to support or sustain any school, college, university, hospital, or other institution controlled by any religious creed, church, or sectarian denomination whatever; nor shall any grant or donation of personal property or real estate ever be made by the state, or any city, city and county, town, or other municipal corporation for any religious creed, church, or sectarian purpose whatever”. The City will accept applications for grants of these City public funds from religious schools, but will have language in the grant agreements to address the possibility and consequences of legal challenges and new court decisions on this and related topics. ** Future Grant Opportunities If you are interested in remaining up-to-date on available grants from the City of Rancho Cordova, click here to sign up for the Grants Interest List. A separate call for programming opportunities with the Rancho Cordova Youth Center is anticipated later in 2025. The list is also used to advertise separate art programs when funds are available.

Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Is this your first time
applying for grant
funding from the City
of Rancho Cordova?
As a first-time
applicant, Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
(CEIF) staff will
contact you to
discuss your project
and grant application
process.

No: Not a First Time Applicant
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1 - Project/Program Information Note: You can add a collaborator to this form to assist you in completing this application! A collaborator can help you complete this form by filling in fields for you, although only you can submit this form. You can add a collaborator by navigating to the top of the form and clicking on the 'Manage Collaborators' button. Simply enter their email address and click 'invite' to invite them as a collaborator. If you need further assistance, you may consult this Help article for more information.

Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Student Filmmaking Program – "The Cave"
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The film, titled The Cave, is a sci-fi thriller in which a group of young survivors hide in a cave from noise-sensitive aliens that have taken over Earth. Students will take on roles as both actors and crew, learning the fundamentals of filmmaking, acting, cinematography, sound design, and editing.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Rancho Cordova Film Office, in collaboration with the Rancho Cordova Police Activities League (PAL), seeks funding through the Community Enhancement and Investment Grant to provide an immersive, hands-on filmmaking experience for local youth. Building on the success of our 2024 student film The Mineshaft, we will engage approximately 20 - 25 students in the complete filmmaking process—from concept development to production and post-production—while fostering creativity, teamwork, and technical skills.

Provide Youth with Hands-On Filmmaking Training:

Engage 20 -25 local students in scriptwriting, directing, cinematography, sound recording, and editing.

Foster teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills through realworld film production.

Create an Engaging and Professional-Quality Student Film:

Develop an original, student-led sci-fi thriller (The Cave).

Utilize The Heartstoppers Haunted House as the primary filming location, with permission from the Cordova Community Council.

Encourage Positive Community Engagement and Career
Development:

Provide mentorship from industry professionals to inspire future careers in film, media, and the arts.

Showcase the completed film through community screenings and potential film festival submissions.

Teach Post-Production & Distribution Strategies:

Offer hands-on editing instruction to students using professional software.

Guide students on how to bring their film to market, including promotional strategies and festival submissions.

This program builds on our proven success with previous youth filmmaking initiatives. In 2024, our student-led horror film The Mineshaft was met with critical praise, showcasing the talents of local youth in both acting and filmmaking. Additionally, we collaborated with senior students at Kinney High School to produce another successful film. These experiences demonstrate that Rancho Cordova’s youth have both the interest and the talent to excel in filmmaking when given the right tools and mentorship.

By funding this project, the City of Rancho Cordova will provide students with a constructive, career-focused opportunity, keeping them engaged in positive community activities while fostering skills applicable to multiple industries.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
The project team will consist of Rancho Cordova Film Office key staff all of whom have extensive experience in filmmaking and film production. All the staff involved have completed three similar projects in the city of Rancho Cordova.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Provide Youth with Hands-On Filmmaking Experience
- Engage approximately 20 students in all aspects of film production, including writing, directing, acting, cinematography, sound, and editing. - Offer mentorship from experienced filmmakers to help students develop technical and creative skills.

Foster Creativity, Teamwork, and Critical Thinking
- Encourage students to collaborate in a professional-style production environment.
- Develop problem-solving skills by overcoming real-world filmmaking challenges.

Create a High-Quality, Student-Produced Film
- Utilize a professional filming location (The Heartstoppers Haunted House) to enhance production value.
- Guide students in producing The Cave, a sci-fi thriller that showcases their talent in acting and production.

Encourage Positive Youth Engagement & Career Development - Provide a structured, artistic outlet that keeps students engaged in a meaningful project.
- Expose students to potential career paths in film, media, and creative industries.

Teach Film Editing & Post-Production Skills
- Train students in professional editing software and techniques to complete the final film.
- Help students understand distribution strategies, including film festival submissions and community screenings.

Strengthen Community Ties & Showcase Local Talent
- Collaborate with the Rancho Cordova Police Activities League (PAL) and Cordova Community Council to support youth development. - Premiere the film at a community screening, fostering local pride and engagement.

Establish a Sustainable Youth Filmmaking Program
- Build on the success of The Mineshaft and our work with Kinney High School to create ongoing opportunities for young filmmakers. - Lay the foundation for future student-led productions in Rancho Cordova.

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education, and community engagement, ensuring a lasting impact on participants and the broader community.

Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading.
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

Total project/program
cost*
25300
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
15300
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
7500
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
7500
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
00 ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
10000
What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
300
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Student_Filmmaking_Program_budget_.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please explain why
you are not seeking
any other funding
support for your
project/program?
We do not need any extra funding. The Rancho Cordova Film Office will absorb all equipment costs valued at $10,000. This will include all cameras, lights, sound and other film related equipment needed to make a film.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2025/2026, if
applicable.

N/A
Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

No
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
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Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
Yes
How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
2 How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?:

Score
2 3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2025 through June 2026. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/15/2025
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
10/28/2025
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
The program itself will be weekly every Tuesday between 4pm and 7pm.

We anticipate filming with take 12 weeks. We have built ion an extra four weeks to allow for absences which past experience shows are inevitable.

We will then have a screening for city officials, family and friends early November.

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4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
https://assessorparcelviewer.saccounty.gov/jsviewer/assessor.html School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 3, 2025, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
Heartstoppers Hauted House -
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
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Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95742
If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

It is possible we will also do some filming at our office facility, 9845 Horn Road, Sacramento, CA 95827
Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) Film_Office_Support_Letter_2025.pdf
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Charles
Lago
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
California Capital Film Office (DBA Rancho Cordova Film Office) What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Executive Director
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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Student Filmmaking Program – "The Cave"
Budget (12-week program)
Refreshments for kids while filming (craft services) - $300.00 Hard Drive (to hold footage) - $200.00
Camera Memory Cards (used to capture footage) - $500.00 Wardrobe (costumes for kids) - $500.00
Props - $500.00
Certificate of completion, frame, award statue (awards ceremony) - $800.00 Instructor # 1 – $2,500.00
Instructor # 2 - $2,500.00
Instructor # 3 - $2,500.00
Color Grading - $2,000.00
Sound Design $ $3,000.00
Total Budget - $15,300.00
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Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Meals on Wheels Sacramento County: Senior Nutrition Services Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Meals on Wheels is requesting $50,000 to serve 12,500 meals to City of Rancho Cordova senior residents through the Home Delivered Meal and the Restaurant Programs, at a shared cost of $4/meal.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Meals on Wheels (MoW) will serve a total of 12,500 meals to an unduplicated 160 Rancho Cordova senior residents across both programs:
11,250 meals will be served through the Home delivered meal program; and 1,250 meals will be served through the Restaurant program .

MoW has operated the senior nutrition program since 2010, when the County of Sacramento could no longer sustain these vital services. Since then, we have served over 7 million meals and we are on track to serve our 8 millionth meal in early 2026. MoW is more than just a meal, we provide status checks and resources to help our seniors age gracefully and independently in their own homes and community. The pandemic uncovered a deep need in our community for nutritional support amongst our seniors:
according to MoW California, 18.2% of seniors live alone. MoW America states that meals for a senior for one year costs less than a day in the hospital or a month in a care facility. Our service and nutritional support helps keep our seniors healthy, preventing unnecessary hospitalizations and premature institutionalization. We provide nutrition education four times per year on topics relevant to our participants that helps them to make healthier- more nutrient dense- nutritional choices outside of our program, too.

The home delivered meals program delivers either a box of five frozen meals once per week or a hot meal daily, M-F. Our flagship program, we delivered 29,611 meals to 148 unduplicated Rancho Cordova residents in 2024, showcasing the true need in the City of Rancho Cordova for meal and support services. We utilize both paid and volunteer drivers, and most of our volunteer drivers have been with us for many years and have developed close relationships with their participants. Meals are made in Elk Grove, by Brick House Restaurant and Lounge and brought to our Harlin distribution center where volunteers pick up their route items for delivery to participants in Rancho Cordova.

In 2024, the Restaurant Program (RP) served 479 meals to 9 participants.

Prior to Covid, we had a Community Cafe in Rancho Cordova, and the RP has served some of those participants since. This program operated under the Great Plates program during Covid when Cafes were shut down. The seniors get a meal "credit" card, which is pre-loaded with the number of meal credits each month and the senior can take it to any of our restaurant partner locations during their open hours and eat one of our approved meals. It is a sit down meal, not a take out, and we find that our participants are meeting at the restaurant, or traveling to the restaurant and then sharing their meal together, fulfilling the social aspect of the traditional Congregate program. Our goal for the RP is to increase significantly meals and participants this year as we continue our search for an appopriate Community Cafe partner in Rancho Cordova.

These grant funds make up the City's share of costs of providing meals and gatekeeping services to Rancho Cordova seniors, allowing for 12,500 more meals to be served than the CDBG funding alone can support, a total of 23,750 meals will be served to Rancho Cordova seniors under the two grants.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Mindy Klick, Executive Director
Jennifer Massello, Director of Programs
Jennifer Yee, Accounting Manager
Michelle Bustamante, HDM Operations Director
Vance Jones, HDM Operations Manager
Krystal Sharpnack, Congregate Operations Director/RD
Francisco Alvarado, Cafe Operations Manager
Terri Salmond, Restaurant Program Coordinator
Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Serve 12,500 meals to seniors living in the City of Rancho Cordova. We anticipate 160 unduplicated Rancho Cordova senior residents will be served under this grant:
11,250 meals will be served to 145 eligible, homebound and frail seniors that live in Rancho Cordova. Each senior will receive a frozen box of five meals once per week, a hot meal daily M-F, or a hybrid route that is a combination of five total hot and frozen meals.
1,250 meals will be served to 15 mobile seniors that live in Rancho Cordova. Each senior will receive a meal card that is loaded with the number of meal credits they can utilize each month. Meals do not accumulate, but are refreshed back to the appropriate total each month- it is a use it or lose it system. Participants can eat at any approved restaurant vendor and choose any of the approved meals during the vendor's open hours, providing more flexibility than the Cafe program allows. Currently, we have one approved vendor in Rancho Cordova, Brookside, and we hope to add another this fiscal year.

We will after daily review of route sheets and rosters, we run meal and participant counts reports monthly and quarterly, and can provide our spreadsheet to you quarterly or as requested to update you on our progress towards our goals.

Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

RC_Monthly_Meal_Count_Report_C2_Blank_CY.pdf
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

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Total project/program
cost*
237500
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
50000
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
00 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
00 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
00 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
00 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
50000
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Budget_for_CEIF_2025_2026.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

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Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
MoW is primarily funded through the Older Americans Act funding through the California Department of Aging and Agency on Aging/Area4. MoW also receives support from Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency, who executes CDBG funding for the City and County of Sacramento, CDBG and GF funding from the City of Citrus Heights, CDBG and CSG funding from the City of Elk Grove and CDBG funding from the City of Rancho Cordova. We are actively working to increase our private grants, fundraising events, public donations and foundation grants so we can increase the number of meals and seniors we serve.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2025/2026, if
applicable.

Meals on Wheels is the Senior Nutrition provider and has operated the senior nutrition program since 2010, when the County could no longer afford to sustain the program. Entering our fifteenth year of operations, our programmatic goal is to increase the number of meals and seniors we serve so no senior goes hungry in Sacramento County. We need the support of the public, our local governments and officials to achieve that goal. We are asking for $50,000, or 12,500 meals at $4 per meal to bridge the gap of what CDBG and other funders are able to fund and cover more of the meals MoW serves in the City of Rancho Cordova. We ask the same $4 per meal share of cost of all Cities and SHRA.

We are asking this year for a single year's funding as we hope to grow our Restaurant Program to serve more meals and seniors and also find a Community Cafe host so we can once again have a Cafe program in Rancho Cordova.

Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

Yes
Please share the
total dollar amount
for volunteer/in-kind
support using $33.49
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
31648.05
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.

RC_Volunteer_Hours_v2_2023-2024.pdf
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
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Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
Yes
How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
1 How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?:

Score
1 3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2025 through June 2026. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2025
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2026
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
MoW serves meals Monday through Friday, 250 days per year, excluding holidays:

Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, MLK, Jr. Day, President's Day and Memorial Day.

However, our home delivered meal participants receive a double delivery when a holiday falls on their normal delivery day. Our hot participants receive one extra meal to warm up on the holiday and our frozen participants receive a second box of five frozen meals to cover the week of the holiday so participants are not without their meal(s) due to a holiday.

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What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
MoW has a wait list of seniors waiting to receive meal service and the City of Rancho Cordova is no exception. If we are falling short of meeting our service goals, we will add additional volunteer routes in Rancho Cordova to increase the number of meals and seniors served to meet our goals.

MoW delivers a five meal pack of shelf stable meals to each home delivered participant to keep on hand in case of emergencies, which are funded by the County's Transit Occupancy Tax funds. If an emergency occurs that MoW is unable to deliver meals to a participant, we ask them to eat their SSM pack and we will replace it during our next regularly scheduled delivery. Fortunately, during our fourteen years, we have not missed a single meal route, showing our determination and resiliance.

While we provide the SSM's just in case, we work very hard to make sure each meal route is covered each day.

During the pandemic, when the stay at home order forced the closure of all of our cafes, our team pivoted to delivering meals to our cafe participants.

We have no doubt that we can make similar or other adaptations should the circumstances arise that force us to make changes. Our models are also easily scaleable, up or down to easily meet our scope of service goals.
4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 3, 2025, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Sacramento
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95831
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

MoW's Distribution Center is located:

While our office and distribution center are located in Sacramento, this project will only serve seniors that live within the city limits of Rancho Cordova.

Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading)
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Jennifer
Massello
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Meals on Wheels by ACC dba Meals on Wheels Sacramento County What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Director of Programs
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
No, someone else would sign the contract
If selected by the
City Council to
receive an award,
what is the name of
the person at your
organization who
would sign the
contract?
Mindy
Klick
What is the title of
this individual?
Executive Director
What is the best
phone number where
we could contact the
signatory?
What is the best
email address to
contact the
signatory?
By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2025-2026 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2025 with adoption in June 2025. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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Project Budget- Senior Nutrition Services/Meals on Wheels by ACC Meals Cost per Meal Total Request Total Program Cost City's %:
12,500 $4 $50,000 $237,500 21%
Balance of total program cost is made up by other grants and funding sources, primarily Older Americans Act funds provided through California Department of Aging and Agency on Aging\Area 4.

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285 total program volunteers 30,425 hours $ 1,018,933.25 39 Rancho Cordova volunteers 945 $ 31,648.05
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Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.
4th Annual California Capital International Documentary Film Festival Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
California Capital International Documentary Film Festival entering its fourth year as a cornerstone cultural event in Rancho Cordova, celebrating the power of documentary filmmaking to inspire, educate, and engage community. With each year, the festival has experienced significant growth, solidifying its reputation as a premier film event in the region.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
In 2025, the festival marked its most successful year yet, growing by approximately 15% annually and drawing over 150 film submissions from around the world. We selected 44 compelling films representing 12 countries, fostering a diverse and enriching cinematic experience. As we prepare for our fourth annual event, we anticipate doubling the number of submissions and further expanding our audience reach.

The California Capital International Documentary Film Festival continues to be a vital platform for cultural enrichment, education, and artistic expression in Rancho Cordova. With our commitment to diversity, accessibility, and educational growth, this festival not only showcases world-class documentaries but also provides hands-on learning opportunities for filmmakers and local youth.

With continued support, we will elevate Rancho Cordova’s presence in the global film community while fostering local talent and engagement. The 2026 festival will be our most ambitious yet, further solidifying its status as an essential and growing cultural event for the city.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
All team members of the Rancho Cordova Film Office led by Executive Director, Charles Lago. As with past years, we expect to have the help of 4-5 interns from Sacramento State University, film students helping with the organization of the festival This is a program we have developed with Sac Sate film program and apples to students credits.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Expand Rancho Cordova’s Cultural and Artistic Landscape - Continue growing the California Capital International Documentary Film Festival as a premier cultural event in the region.
- Showcase powerful, thought-provoking documentaries that inspire, educate, and engage diverse audiences.

Increase Film Submissions and Audience Reach
- Build upon the festival’s annual 15% growth rate, with an anticipated doubling of submissions in 2026.
- Strengthen international and national filmmaker participation, highlighting voices from a broad range of cultures and perspectives.

Enhance the Festival Experience Through Workshops
- Introduce interactive workshops led by film industry professionals, covering topics such as storytelling, editing, funding, and distribution. - Provide hands-on learning opportunities for emerging and established filmmakers.

Incorporate Youth Engagement and Filmmaker Development
- Launch the Youth Documentary Initiative, inviting young filmmakers (ages 14-21) to create and submit 10–20-minute documentaries. - Select and showcase three standout youth documentaries at the festival, fostering the next generation of storytellers.

Improve Festival Infrastructure and Accessibility
- Expand the festival’s screening venues by adding Fat Elephant Theatre Company as a new location, ensuring a better viewing experience. - Strengthen partnerships with the Rancho Cordova City Hall, Rancho Cordova Youth Center, and local organizations to make the festival accessible to a broader audience.

Establish Rancho Cordova as a Documentary Film Hub
- Position Rancho Cordova as a destination for documentary filmmakers and film enthusiasts.
- Continue building the festival’s reputation within the global documentary film community through increased submissions, audience engagement, and professional development opportunities.

With these goals, the California Capital International Documentary Film Festival will continue to be a leading cultural event, bringing world-class documentary filmmaking, education, and community engagement to Rancho Cordova.

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Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Total project/program
cost*
35000
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
28000
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
7000
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
5000
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
500
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
2500
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What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
13000
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Doc_Fest_Budget_.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
We do solicit sponsors for this program. Some may be cash sponsors, others "in-kind" sponsors although this is never a guarantee.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2025/2026, if
applicable.

NA
Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

Yes
Please share the
total dollar amount
for volunteer/in-kind
support using $33.49
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
1205.64
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.

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Volunteer_schedule.docx
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Multiple Years
If requesting CEIF
grant funding for
multiple years,
please share how
many years?
2 For requests
spanning multiple
years, share the
dollar amount
requested per year.

FY 2025-2026, $28,000
FY 2026-2027, $28,000
For
projects/programs
that span multiple
years, please
describe your
sustainability plan
and whether it is
viable as a single
year request.

This is a yearly event now in its 4th year. We do not expect this to change as the festival is now a known entity within the documentary filmmaking world. As the festival is held in the capital region of California, the festival is a sought after entry among documentary filmmakers.

Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
Yes
How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
3 How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?:

Score
3 ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2025 through June 2026. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
5/1/2025
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
3/16/2026
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Whilst the actual film festival is held second week of March, 2026, we will start work on the festival May 1, 2025. This includes setting up the submissions criteria for the platform, Film Freeway and launching submision language for entries, developing next years logos and promotional materials. Getting the word out about youth filmmaker aspect of the festival and this year we plan on promoting the festival throughout 2025 going into 2026 for maximum impact and to reach further ageless in order to bring people into Rancho Cordova for the festival What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
We the addition of the new screening venue and not using the American River Room at city hall, we do not expect any challenges. 4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 3, 2025, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
Rancho Cordova City Hall 2729 Prospect Park Drive
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Fat Elephant Theatre Company -
Rancho Cordova Youth Center -
Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading)
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Charles
Lago
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
California Capital Film Office / Rancho Cordova Film Office What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Executive Director
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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4th Annual California Capital International Documentary Film Festival
Budget
Website Development - $2,500.00
Graphic Artist - $2,500.00
Printing (Postcards, posters, VIP Passes, promo material) - $2,000.00 Program - $1,500.00
Hard Drives (Storage of films) - $500.00
AV Rental - $2,000.00
Advertising (Newspaper/social media) - $1,500.00
Promotional Items - $1,500.00
Technical Director - $2,500.00
Co-Executive Producer - $2,500.00
Executive Producer $2,000.00
Facility Rentals - $5,000.00
Hotel Accommodations (filmmakers) - $1,500.00
Travel - $500.00
Total Budget - $28,000
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Volunteer schedule
- We will have six volunteers throughout the two-day festival. - Each volunteer works three-hour shifts at the various screening locations

SATIURDAY
Volunteer one / City Hall 3 hours = $100.47
Volunteer two / City Hall 3 hours = $100.47
Volunteer three / City Hall 3 hours = $100.47
Volunteer four / City Hall 3 hours = $100.47

SATURDAY
Volunteer five / Youth Center 3 hours = $100.47
Volunteer six / Youth Center 3 hours = $100.47
Volunteer seven / Youth Center 3 hours = $100.47
SUNDAY
Volunteer one / City Hall 4 hours = $133.96
Volunteer two / City Hall 4 hours = $133.96
SUNDAY
Volunteer three / Youth Center 4 hours = $133.96
Volunteer four / Youth Center 4 hours = $133.96
TOTAL VOLUTEER HOURS COST = $1239.13
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Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Yes: First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

CheerXperience: Cheer Connect
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Cheer Connect aims to provide access to cheerleading and tumbling for low-income athletes by offering financial support and a comprehensive program that fosters teamwork, discipline, and personal development. We believe that every child, regardless of socioeconomic status, should have the opportunity to experience the positive impacts of cheerleading.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The rising costs associated with sports participation have become a significant barrier for many talented athletes, resulting in some being unable to complete their seasons or pursue their passions and goals. During their formative years, youth engagement in sports is crucial for maintaining an active lifestyle, as this period in their development is highly influential. It is essential for these young individuals to have access to positive mentorship and guidance as they navigate their athletic journeys.

The CheerXperience: Cheer Connect project offers several benefits to the community, promoting inclusivity, health, and social cohesion. Here are the key advantages:

1. Increased Access to Sports
By providing financial support and resources for low-income athletes, the project reduces economic barriers that often prevent youth from participating in competitive cheerleading. This inclusivity ensures that children from diverse backgrounds can engage in sports, promoting equality and access to physical activity.

2. Promotion of Health and Wellness
Cheerleading is an active sport that encourages fitness through exercise, coordination, and movement. By participating in CheerXperience, athletes will develop healthier lifestyles, which can lead to long-term physical and mental health benefits. Regular engagement in physical activity can reduce obesity rates and improve overall well-being in the community.

3. Development of Life Skills
Participants in the program will learn essential life skills such as teamwork, discipline, time management, and leadership. These skills are transferable beyond sports, providing young athletes with tools to succeed in academics, future employment, and personal relationships.

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4. Fostering Community Engagement
CheerXperience will actively engage with local businesses, schools, and organizations to build a network of support. This collaboration fosters a sense of community ownership and pride, as local stakeholders come together to invest in the future of their youth.

5. Building Social Connections
The program will create a supportive environment where athletes can form friendships and bonds with peers who share similar interests. This social interaction can combat feelings of isolation and help create a sense of belonging, contributing positively to the emotional and social development of participants.

6. Encouraging Volunteerism
CheerXperience can inspire community members to volunteer as coaches, mentors, or event organizers. This involvement can enhance community ties and create a culture of giving back, as residents contribute their time and skills to support local youth.

7. Showcasing Talent and Diversity
Through performances and competitions, CheerXperience provides a platform for participants to showcase their talents. This visibility not only highlights the skills of the athletes but also celebrates the diversity within the community, fostering appreciation and acceptance among residents.

8. Economic Impact
By engaging local businesses as sponsors and partners, CheerXperience can stimulate the local economy. Events and competitions attract families and visitors, providing opportunities for local businesses to engage with a broader audience.

Conclusion
Overall, the CheerXperience project addresses critical gaps in access to competitive cheerleading while enriching the community by promoting health, inclusivity, and social cohesion. By investing in the youth of the community, the program lays the foundation for a stronger, more united, and empowered future generation.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Sarah Gilardi, 39, is the founder of a cheerleading gym that she established at the age of 21.Over the years, she has dedicated herself to fostering a positive environment that enables athletes to develop not only as cheerleaders but also as individuals. She believes that character development is fundamental, and cheerleading serves as a powerful platform for enhancing personal strengths and inspiring athletes to strive for excellence while uplifting their peers. In her role, Sarah will be responsible for overseeing the execution and management of this project.

Sarah/Cheerxperience currently donates $500/month to a low income program called Aspire Kids
Provide your 1 Accessibility: Eliminate financial barriers to participation in cheerleading ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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rovide your
Project/Program
Goals

1. Accessibility: Eliminate financial barriers to participation in cheerleading for low-income athletes.

2. Community Building: Create a supportive environment that encourages collaboration and friendships among participants.

3. Skill Development: Provide training and resources to enhance cheerleading skills and promote personal growth.

4. Fundraising: Establish a funding model through grants, sponsorships, and community support to sustain the program.

Target Market
• Low-income families in the local community.
• Youth aged 5 to 18 with an interest in cheerleading and physical activity.

Program Structure

1. Free Training Sessions: Offer weekly practice sessions led by certified coaches at no cost to participants.

2. Scholarships: Develop a scholarship program that covers registration fees, uniforms, and travel expenses for competitions.

3. Workshops and Camps: Host workshops on cheerleading skills, teamwork, and leadership throughout the year.

4. Community Events: Organize community engagement events to promote cheerleading and showcase participants’ progress.

Funding Strategy
• Grants: Research and apply for grants specifically aimed at youth sports and community development.
• Sponsorships: Partner with local businesses to secure sponsorships in exchange for advertising opportunities.
• Fundraising Events: Plan events such as bake sales, car washes, and community fairs to raise funds directly from the community. • Donations: Establish a donation platform for individuals and businesses interested in supporting the program.

Marketing Plan
• Social Media: Utilize platforms like Facebook and Instagram to promote CheerXperience and engage with the community.
• Community Outreach: Collaborate with local schools, community centers, and youth organizations to spread awareness and recruit participants. • Success Stories: Share testimonials and success stories of participants to illustrate the program’s impact and inspire others.

Evaluation and Impact Measurement
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• Develop metrics to evaluate the success of the program, such as participation rates, skill assessments, and feedback from participants and parents.
• Conduct annual surveys to gather insights on the program’s effectiveness and areas for improvement.

CheerXperience is committed to breaking down barriers in the world of cheerleading, empowering young athletes through financial support and personal development. By fostering a sense of community and teamwork, we aim to create not just cheerleaders, but confident, skilled young individuals ready to take on life’s challenges.

Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Total project/program
cost*
359543
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
359543
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
3000
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What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
13200
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
220000
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
00 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
123244
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Project_proposal.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
We have been working with Aspire Kids on funding to our program. https://www.aspirekidseldorado.org
We donate $500/month, and other volunteers to fund all types of sports in our community. We are hoping to narrow down funding just for cheerleading.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2025/2026, if
applicable.

The season will begin June 2025 and end April 2026, any funds will be used during this time ongoing each year.

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Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

No
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Multiple Years
If requesting CEIF
grant funding for
multiple years,
please share how
many years?
3 years
For requests
spanning multiple
years, share the
dollar amount
requested per year.
2025-2026 $359,543
2026-2027 $359,543
2027-2028 $359,543
For
projects/programs
that span multiple
years, please
describe your
sustainability plan
and whether it is
viable as a single
year request.

The sustainability of the proposed plan for our Cheer Connect program, which includes expenses for coaches' wages, athlete uniforms, travel, and competition fees, hinges on several factors.

1. Funding Source: If the funding is secured as a one-time grant, the plan may serve effectively as a single-year initiative, allowing the program to operate and support its athletes for that duration. However, reliance on a single funding request may pose challenges for long-term sustainability.

2. Cost Management: The proposed budget indicates substantial expenses, particularly for travel and accommodations. Cost management strategies, such as fundraising events or partnerships with local businesses, could enhance sustainability if the program seeks to extend beyond the initial year.

3. Program Outcomes: Evaluating the impact of the program on athletes' development and overall success will be essential. If the program demonstrates clear benefits and outcomes, it may attract further funding in subsequent years from donors or supporters.

4. Community Engagement: Strong community involvement and support can contribute to sustainability. Engaging parents, local businesses, and alumni may help create a network that supports the program financially and logistically over multiple years.

In summary, while the plan is viable as a single-year request and can effectively support the cheerleading team during that time, its long-term sustainability will depend on securing ongoing funding, effective cost management, demonstrable outcomes, and community support ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Pre-Season Planning and Preparation (June 1 - June 30):
• June 1: Official start of the season.
• June 2 - June 15: Recruitment and finalization of the team roster. • June 16 - June 30: Purchase and distribution of athlete uniforms; initial team meetings and goal-setting sessions.
• Training and Practice Sessions (June 1 - May 10):
• July 1 - August 31: Intensive training sessions, including practice routines, skills development, and tumbling.
• September 1 - September 30: Evaluation of progress; adjustments to training schedules as needed.
• October 1 - December 31: Continued training with a focus on choreography and competition readiness.
• Competition Season (January 1 - April 30):
• January 1 - March 31: Participation in multiple competitions as scheduled; ongoing assessment of team performance.
• April 1 - April 30: Final competitions; debrief and reflection on the season’s performance.
• Season Wrap-Up and Evaluation (May 1 - May 10):
• May 1 - May 5: Gather feedback from athletes and coaches; review competition results.
• May 6 - May 10: Final meetings to discuss outcomes, celebrate achievements, and strategize for future seasons; conclude the program for the year.

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What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
Recruitment and Retention:

Issue: Attracting and retaining a sufficient number of committed athletes may pose a challenge, particularly if there is competition from other activities.

Plan: Implement targeted recruitment strategies that highlight the benefits of joining the program, such as skill development, teamwork, and community involvement. Regular communication and engagement with athletes and parents can help maintain interest and commitment.

Skill Levels and Training Variability:

Issue: Athletes may have varying skill levels, making it challenging to ensure everyone progresses and feels included.

Plan: Create individualized training plans and utilize peer mentorship within the team to help less experienced members develop their skills alongside advanced athletes.

Injury Management:

Issue: Injuries can occur in cheerleading, impacting both individual athletes and the team as a whole.

Plan: Emphasize safety during practices, encourage proper warm-up and cool-down techniques, and ensure that coaches are trained in first aid.

Establish a clear protocol for handling injuries and ensure open communication with athletes regarding their health and well-being. 4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 3, 2025, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95742
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) SKM_C250i25031215320.pdf
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Sarah
Gilardi
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
CheerXperience LLC
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Owner and Manager
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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CheerXperience
Cheer Connect
Here is a budget for the project based on a team of 22 athletes participating 2-3 times a week, for one year and participating in 6-8 competitions:

1. Coaches' Wages: $3,000

2. Athlete Uniforms: $13,299

3. Travel Accommodations (Flights, Hotels, Coach/Parent Volunteer): $220,000

4. Practice, Tumbling, and Competition Entry Fees: $123,244 Total Budget Calculation:
• Coaches' Wages: $3,000
• Athlete Uniforms: $13,299
• Travel Accommodations: $220,000
• Practice, Tumbling, and Competition Entry Fees: $123,244 Total Budget: $3,000 + $13,299 + $220,000 + $123,244 = $359,543 The total budget for the program is $359,543.

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City of Rancho Cordova
Title Ri-Nu I magi nation: Project
Recycle Runway
by Anu Aaltonen-Bond in Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
Original Submission
Score n/a
Powered by Submittable D
03/12/2025
id. 49941782
03/14/2025
#48
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Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Yes: First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Ri-Nu Imagination: Project ReCycle Runway
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Recycled Runway is a sustainable fashion program where youth (ages 15- 25) create wearable art from recycled materials. Participants produce 3-4 designs per season, learning sewing, printmaking, eco-friendly dyeing, and marketing. The program culminates in a runway show and retail partnership with Atrium 916, promoting sustainability, entrepreneurship, and community engagement.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Recycled Runway: Empowering Rancho Cordova Youth Through Sustainable Fashion
Program Overview
Recycled Runway is a youth-focused initiative aimed at empowering Rancho Cordova residents aged 15-25 by merging creativity, environmental stewardship, and entrepreneurial skills. Participants will transform recycled materials into wearable art, gaining hands-on experience in sewing, textile printing, eco-friendly dyeing, and marketing.

Each participant will design 3-4 pieces per season, culminating in a runway show and retail collaboration with local businesses.

Alignment with Rancho Cordova’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Guidelines
This program aligns with the CEIFs objectives by enhancing arts and culture, promoting youth services, and fostering community-oriented initiatives. By integrating sustainable practices, Recycled Runway also contributes to environmental responsibility, a key community priority.Â Program Structure
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1. Skill Development Workshops
Sustainable Fashion Design: Participants will learn zero-waste fashion principles, upcycling techniques, and ethical sourcing.

Technical Skills: Training in sewing, pattern-making, and garment construction will be provided.

Textile Arts: Workshops on eco-friendly dyeing and textile treatments using plant-based, non-toxic dyes.

2. Entrepreneurial Training
Branding and Marketing: Sessions on personal branding, social media strategies, and product presentation.

Retail Experience: Opportunities to showcase and sell designs through collaborations with local retailers.

3. Community Engagement
Recycled Runway Show: An event to display participants creations, open to the public to foster community pride and support.

Workshops and Exhibits: Interactive sessions on sustainability practices for community members.

Community Benefits

1. Environmental Stewardship
By focusing on upcycling and sustainable fashion, the program educates participants and the broader community on environmental conservation, aligning with Rancho Cordova’s commitment to sustainability.

2. Youth Empowerment
Providing a platform for creative expression and skill development, Recycled Runway equips young residents with valuable competencies, boosting their confidence and future employability.

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3. Economic Development
Through entrepreneurial training and retail partnerships, the program stimulates local economic activity and prepares participants for careers in creative industries.

4. Community Engagement
The program fosters community cohesion by involving residents in events and workshops, enhancing the cultural fabric of Rancho Cordova.

Budget and Funding Justification
Funding will support instructor stipends, materials, makerspace maintenance, marketing efforts, and event production. Investing in Recycled Runway aligns with the CEIF’s mission to enhance community services and programs, ensuring the initiative’s sustainability and impact.

Conclusion
Recycled Runway offers Rancho Cordova youth a unique opportunity to engage in sustainable fashion, develop entrepreneurial skills, and contribute positively to their community. The program embodies the principles of the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund by promoting arts, culture, youth development, and environmental stewardship.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Anu Aaltonen-Bond, is passionate about empowering fellow artists. Under her leadership, Ri-Nu Imagination has launched artist studios and community spaces, providing platforms for local artists to thrive.

Collaborating with Ri-Nu Imagination is Lauren Hostetter, a versatile Senior Graphic Designer specializing in UI, digital, and print design. Her expertise enhances the program’s visual and educational components.

Wahlee from Rhino Design Graphics brings extensive experience in graphic design and wearable art, contributing to the programs focus on sustainable fashion and printmaking.

Additionally, Atrium 916, a local creative space, offers retail opportunities for participants, supporting the entrepreneurial aspect of the project.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Recycled Runway: Project Goals & Measurement Metrics
Goal 1: Empower Youth Through Sustainable Fashion Education Objective: Provide hands-on education in sustainable fashion design, upcycling, sewing, textile
printing, and business fundamentals for young designers (ages 15-25).

Metrics for Success:
- Enrollment & retention: At least 4 students in the first 6 months, expanding to 8 students in 2026.
- Skill development: 75% of students demonstrate improved sewing, pattern-making, and textile
printing abilities (pre- and post-program assessments). - Completed collections: Each participant designs and produces 3-4 wearable pieces per season.

Goal 2: Promote Sustainability & Environmental Awareness Objective: Teach students how to create fashion from recycled and upcycled materials, reducing
textile waste and promoting sustainable practices.

Metrics for Success:
- 90% of materials used in the program are sourced from donated, repurposed, or upcycled textiles.
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least 20 attendees per
session.
- Social media outreach growth: Increase awareness by tracking engagement on
sustainability-related posts and collaborations.

Goal 3: Foster Entrepreneurship & Economic Development
Objective: Equip students with business skills, marketing strategies, and real-world experience in
retail and fashion entrepreneurship.

Metrics for Success:
- Retail success: At least 50% of students successfully sell their pieces at Atrium 916 and other retail
partners.
- Business readiness: 30% of graduates establish their own fashion ventures or pursue jobs in the
fashion industry within a year.
- Community partnerships: At least 5 local businesses collaborate to support the program with
materials, mentorship, or retail space.

Goal 4: Engage the Community Through the Recycled Runway Fashion Show
Objective: Produce a year-end fashion show to showcase student work, promote sustainable
fashion, and engage the local community.

Metrics for Success:
- Event attendance: 200+ community members attend the final fashion show.
- Media coverage: The event is featured in at least 3 local publications, blogs, or news outlets.
- Industry participation: Local designers, business leaders, and sustainability advocates participate
as guest speakers, judges, or mentors.

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progress, track project
milestones, and adjust as needed.
- Mentorship & Support: Industry professionals provide coaching, ensuring students stay on track
with their learning and creative process.
- Participant Feedback: Students complete surveys and evaluations each season to refine the
curriculum and improve the experience.
- Quarterly Progress Reports: The team compiles data on enrollment, sustainability impact, and
retail success to measure program effectiveness and guide future funding applications.

This structured approach ensures Recycled Runway remains focused on educating youth,
promoting sustainability, driving economic development, and engaging the Rancho Cordova
community
Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

One_Year_Seasonal_Fashion_Workshop_Schedule.pdf
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

Total project/program
cost*
88191
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
50000
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Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
15000
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
6000
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
00 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
10000
What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
19000
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Recycled_Runway_Updated_Budget.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
SMUD Shine Program. Ri-Nu has already spoke to SMUD representative. If granted, additional grant would increase our Creatives to total of 8, securing more equipment. 75% of all applicants from Rancho Cordova.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2025/2026, if
applicable.
n/a
Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

Yes
Please share the
total dollar amount
for volunteer/in-kind
support using $33.49
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
23391
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.

Recycled_Runway_Updated_Budget.pdf
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2025 through June 2026. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2025
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Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2026
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Recycled Runway: Project Schedule
Program Phases & Timeline
Phase 1: Fall 2025 - Foundations of Sustainable Fashion (Weeks 1-10) - Workshops on Zero-Waste Fashion & Upcycling
- Sewing & Garment Construction Basics
- Pattern Making & Alterations for Recycled Materials
- Textile Printing & Natural Dyeing with Lauren Holstetter - Designing & Producing Fall Fashion (3-4 garments)
- Retail Collaboration with Atrium 916 for Fall Pieces
Phase 2: Winter 2025-2026 - Advanced Techniques & Outerwear (Weeks 11-20)
- Sewing & Tailoring for Thick Fabrics & Coats
- Quilting & Embellishment Techniques
- Textile Manipulation & Layering for Winter Wear
- Accessory Design (Scarves, Hats, Gloves)
- Creating & Finalizing 3-4 Winter Garments
- Retail Readiness: Styling & Packaging for Sales
Phase 3: Spring 2026 - Fashion Entrepreneurship & Business (Weeks 21- 30)
- Advanced Draping & Lightweight Fabric Construction
- Graphic Print Design & Custom Textiles with Wahlee Sultans - Fashion Branding, Marketing & Social Media
- Retail & E-Commerce Training with Atrium 916
- Production of 3-4 Spring Garments for Market
- Photography & Portfolio Building for Emerging Designers Phase 4: Summer 2026 - Final Production & Runway Preparation (Weeks 31-42)
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- Live Model Fittings & Styling for Fashion Show
- Stage & Set Design for Runway Presentation
- Public Speaking & Designer Interviews
- Finalizing Garments & Retail Displays
- Live Fashion Show Production & Media Outreach
- Awards, Reflection & Next Steps for Designers
Project Milestones & Key Dates
Milestone Date
Program Launch & Orientation July 2025
First Seasonal Collection Ready for Retail October 2025 Mid-Year Showcase & Business Training February 2026
Final Garments Ready for Fashion Show June 2026
Live Fashion Show & Retail Launch July 2026
Program Wrap-Up & Alumni Network Launch August 2026
What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
Recycled Runway: Addressing Challenges with Strategic Solutions Participant Engagement & Retention
Potential Challenge: Some students may face scheduling conflicts, motivation dips, or unexpected
life events that could impact their participation.

Solution: We will offer flexible scheduling, mentorship support, and a collaborative learning
environment. Regular check-ins, peer encouragement, and progress tracking will ensure all
participants stay committed to completing their seasonal collections.

Sourcing Sustainable Materials
Potential Challenge: Ensuring a consistent supply of recycled and upcycled materials for garment
production.

Solution: We will partner with local businesses, thrift stores, and community donors to collect quality
fabric and materials. Additionally, we will host fabric swap events and educate participants on
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creative ways to repurpose textiles using what is available.

Community Awareness & Audience Growth
Potential Challenge: Expanding the program's visibility and ensuring strong attendance for the final
Recycled Runway Fashion Show.

Solution: We will launch an active marketing campaign, utilizing social media, local media
partnerships, and community collaborations. By involving participants in branding and promotional
efforts, they will gain valuable real-world marketing experience while helping build excitement
around the program.

Funding for Long-Term Sustainability
Potential Challenge: While initial funding supports program launch, ongoing financial sustainability is
crucial for future expansion.

Solution: In addition to CEIF funding, we will apply for SMUD's Shine Program and seek corporate
sponsorships and retail partnerships. Additionally, revenue generated from selling participant
designs at Atrium 916 and local retailers, will help reinvest into the program.

Technical & Equipment Accessibility
Potential Challenge: Some participants may not have prior experience using industrial sewing
machines or specialized design software.

Solution: The program includes introductory workshops that cover essential skills in sewing, pattern
making, textile printing, and digital design tools. Participants will receive hands-on training with
professional guidance to build confidence and technical proficiency.

Ensuring Program Impact & Measurable Success
Potential Challenge: Measuring program effectiveness and tracking longterm impact on participants.

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Solution: We will collect participant feedback, pre- and post-program assessments, and success
stories to track skill development, employment pathways, and business ventures launched as a
result of the program. This data will guide future improvements and strengthen our case for
continued funding and support.

Potential Problem:

We don’t get full grant ask. The $16,800 budgeted for space rental.

Expanding to upstairs unit.

Solution:

We utilize the space we currently have.

By taking a solution-oriented approach to these challenges, Recycled Runway will not only
navigate potential obstacles but thrive as a dynamic and evolving program that empowers
young designers, strengthens the community, and promotes sustainability in Rancho
Cordova
4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 3, 2025, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Sacramento
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95827
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.
n/a
Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) Cheryl_Letter.pdf
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Anu
Aaltonen Bond
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Ri-Nu Imagination
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Creative/Executive Director
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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Recycled Runway: Updated Total Project Cost & Funding Sources Category Amount ($)
Personnel & Instruction $15,000.00
Makerspace Rental (1,100 sq. ft.) $16,800.00
Art Supplies & Textile Materials $6,000.00
Marketing & Community Engagement $3,000.00
Runway Show Production & Venue $8,000.00
Insurance & Administrative Costs $3,500.00
Retail Readiness (E-commerce & Packaging) $2,500.00
4 Industrial Sewing Machines $8,000.00
4 Dressmakers (Male & Female) $2,000.00
In-Kind Contributions (Facilitation, Volunteers, Board Support) $23,391.00 Total Project Cost $88,191.00
Funding Sources
CEIF Grant Request $50,000.00
SMUD Shine Program (Pending Application for 2026 Expansion) $20,000.00 In-Kind Contributions (Facilitator, Volunteers, Board Marketing Support) $23,391.00 Community Partnerships & Local Sponsorships $5,000.00
This updated budget ensures full program execution, supporting young designers in Rancho Cordova with essential equipment, sustainability-focused education, and opportunities for community engagement and economic development.

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One-Year Seasonal Fashion Workshop Schedule
Season Workshop Topic
Fall 2025 Introduction to Fashion Design & Upcycling
Fall 2025 Understanding Fabrics & Sustainable Material Sourcing Fall 2025 Basic Sewing & Garment Construction Techniques Fall 2025 Pattern Making & Alterations for Upcycled Fashion Fall 2025 Textile Printing & Natural Dyeing with Lauren Holstetter Fall 2025 Designing for Fall: Layering & Functional Fashion Fall 2025 Accessory Design: Scarves, Hats, & Small Goods Fall 2025 Collection Development: Sketching & Planning
Fall 2025 Garment Production: Creating 3-4 Fall Pieces
Fall 2025 Retail & Styling for Fall Collections
Winter 2025-2026 Advanced Sewing: Working with Thick Fabrics & Coats Winter 2025-2026 Textile Manipulation: Quilting & Textured Design Winter 2025-2026 Creating Statement Outerwear & Cold-Weather Accessories Winter 2025-2026 Sustainable Embellishment & Hand-Stitching Techniques Winter 2025-2026 Winter Collection Development & Storytelling Winter 2025-2026 Garment Production: Creating 3-4 Winter Pieces Winter 2025-2026 Retail & Styling for Winter Collections Winter 2025-2026 Runway Presentation & Model Fittings
Spring 2026 Draping & Fluid Garment Construction
Spring 2026 Working with Lightweight & Breathable Fabrics Spring 2026 Sustainable Printing & Custom Textiles with Wahlee Sultans Spring 2026 Spring Collection Development & Trend Forecasting Spring 2026 Garment Production: Creating 3-4 Spring Pieces Spring 2026 E-Commerce & Online Retail Strategies
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Spring 2026 Retail Collaboration with Atrium 916
Spring 2026 Runway Planning: Styling & Presentation
Summer 2026 Swimwear & Resort Fashion Techniques
Summer 2026 Creating Versatile & Functional Summer Pieces Summer 2026 Photography & Portfolio Building
Summer 2026 Finalizing Retail-Ready Garments
Summer 2026 Show Production: Set & Stage Design
Summer 2026 Media & Public Relations for Fashion Brands Summer 2026 Live Fashion Show Production & Execution
Summer 2026 Celebration & Awards for Designers
Summer 2026 Program Reflection & Next Steps for Designers ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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#49
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Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Art for All Initiative - Fostering Creativity and Connection in Rancho Cordova
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Heart Craft Studio is committed to making art accessible in the Rancho Cordova community, regardless of age, ability, or socioeconomic status.

Through the Art for All Initiative, we aim to provide intergenerational workshops & art programs for underserved communities,
including seniors, veterans, and individuals with disabilities of all ages.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
For the past 4+ years, Heart Craft Studio has become a community safe space for accessible creative exploration. Being structured as a single member LLC business has positioned Heart Craft to become its own funding source for our deeper, more impactful work beyond paint & sips and private events. Through our business oriented endeavors, we have built out sustainability to provide free and low cost events to underserved populations in our community, such as our established partnerships with FCUSD, CRPD, and the VA. As previous
CEIF/Measure R grant recipients, our work together with the City of Rancho Cordova to expand our accessible and inclusive art programming has left a lasting impact on all of the individuals we have worked with so far, and we have become a known and growing resource for many individuals and organizations through our local collaborations and partnerships within these specific populations.

We recently shifted back to our roots as a mobile art studio, as we have organically grown out of the studio on Sunrise and into the community. Our existing work with our local underserved communities includes several established partnerships: we currently organize and run monthly workshops with FCUSD’s Walnutwood School - Adolescent Parent Program, bimonthly creative workshops with a group of local disabled veterans with the VA (we held several of these classes at city hall this year!), monthly adaptive art events with local senior centers and memory care facilities, as well as a robust line up of low-cost, weekly classes through Cordova Recreations & Parks District catalog and facilities. Through these existing programs, we see the need and value of establishing more of these local partnerships and opportunities to serve even more individuals in these populations in our city.

We plan to continue these existing programs mentioned above in-kind, but we are seeking this funding to help us expand access to our art education and community connection services by increasing the opportunities to participate through more free and low-cost events, as well as build more awareness of our services to the people and ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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populations who would benefit most from them.

We see time and again in our all-ages classes the value and impact our artists leave with by creating alongside other artists of ALL ages and abilities. The dynamic between young and and young-at-heart artists is one that is full of support, encouragement, wisdom, storytelling, and playfulness. The connections that happen in our classes have inspired us launch intergenerational workshops, which aim to intentionally bring youth, seniors, and families together to create AND connect. It is our hope that through creating art and connections together, these events will enhance social well being for ALL, and foster a sense of belonging and inclusion for all participants. By bringing diverse community members together through creative expression, the opportunities for mentorship, storytelling, and a deep sense of community is sure to come our of each event, feeling seen and heard through each participants individual expressions of art.

We seek to continue to expand our community-based art workshops specifically for our community's youth, seniors, veterans, and underserved communities by focusing on the following goals: building upon our existing operations with our current partnerships in serving these specific participant segments by launching intergenerational art experiences, hosting free and low-cost events for each of these underserved populations in Rancho Cordova, provide adaptive art participants with their own adaptive creative tools to take home with them in an effort to create even more accessibility to their own creative expression, and expand our local partnerships with new centers and facilities that serve these populations, and growing our team of talented, nurturing creative instructors and assistants to continue to support the work we have become most known for in our community. This initiative builds upon our previous grant-supported work with the Community Enhancement and Investment by continuing and expanding upon our accessible and inclusive art programming, which from inception has aimed to foster creativity, strengthen social connections, and enhance the well-being of our community participants.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Our current project team includes myself, Danielle Vinson, owner and founder of Heart Craft Studio. I have a tiny but mighty team of incredibly talented creative instructors that are all adaptively trained and highly experienced in accessibility, inclusion, and supporting/guiding adaptive art experiences. My team is currently comprised of Alex Rutz, Kristin Fuller, and Isabella Mapuana. We hope to open 1-2 new positions on our team to help support these expanded operations through the Art for All Initiative.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Goals & Objectives

1. Expand access to art education We currently run several separate, low-cost, ongoing community partnerships in Rancho Cordova serving these specific participant demographics (detailed in our project description), which we plan to continue in-kind. With this grant funding, we aim to expand these services and continue to build new partnerships even deeper into our community by offering more free and low-cost creative events and workshops aimed toward intergenerational and underserved communities within our city boundaries.

2. Provide participants with adaptive tools they can keep The cost of adaptive supplies is unnecessarily high due to its assumed need. In an effort to reduce the barriers for differently abled artists, we seek to equip participants with their own adaptive tools/devices at no cost to them (like silicone grips, foam grips, adaptive creative tools, etc.), in an effort to inspire participants to create their art both in our workshops/events and on their own, too.

3. Grow our team to support increased operations We currently have a team of four nurturing and talented creatives that are all trained and experience with working with a wide variety of individuals. We are eager to open up 1-2 new positions within our team and train them to become more adaptively trained, accessibility and inclusion focused individuals in our community which organically enhances the quality of life for Rancho Cordova residents of all abilities by providing more disability-aware and support-friendly individuals both in our events and out in town.

4. Promote intergenerational engagement Through all-ages events, we aim to promote intergenerational connections by creating specific opportunities for youth, seniors, and families to collaborate and connect through engaging creative projects.

5. Increase our local partnerships to serve these populations We currently have several local partnerships that we plan to continue to serve in kind, but with this funding, we seek to expand our local partnerships in Rancho Cordova with other organizations and groups that meet the prospective criteria.

6. Increase awareness of our services to the people who would benefit most from them We are exceptionally confident in the services we provide, but we recognize the importance of being able to reach the individuals we aim to serve. Through a strategic marketing and outreach plan, we aim to become a more prominent
pillar/resource for accessibility and inclusion in the arts.

Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading.

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2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

Total project/program
cost*
80800
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
38000
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
14000
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
7000
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
00 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
3000
What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
14000
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Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Art_for_All_Initiative_-_Budget_Request.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
We recognize the work we do as being more aligned with the non-profit sector. Separately from this initiative, we plan to establish a separate 501c3 non-profit to open more doors and funding opportunities to help us expand our services on a larger scale. We do not currently have those steps in place, however we hope to make some progress in this area over the remaining months in 2025 and will begin to pursue more funding opportunities as we advance. We do not anticipate any overlap, as we are aware of the process and nature of these things, however we are committed to the continued expansion of these services and will ensure that future funding opportunities are focused on other goals in an effort to maintain the integrity of the investments.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2025/2026, if
applicable.

We anticipate similar costs as projected with annual growth at about 5- 10%, given current rate of growth and expansion.

Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

No
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
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Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
Yes
How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
1 How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?:

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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Implementation Timeline
Projected Start Date: July 1, 2025
Quarter 1: Program development, community outreach, scheduling, and hiring.

Quarter 2: Free community event to explore our services and connect with our local underserved populations, with an emphasis on accessibility, inclusion, and intergenerational connections, in an effort to boost awareness of upcoming low-cost workshops and partnership opportunities
Quarter 3: Free event to kick off the official launch of low-cost intergenerational and underserved community workshops. Launch 1-2 new partnerships.

Quarter 4: Free showcase community event of of participant artwork, impact assessment, and future planning. Continued services across all partnerships.

End Date: June 30, 2026
What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
The acquisition of low-cost facilities to support these workshops and events will be our biggest challenge, however I am confident that through our existing partnerships, network, and presence in our community, we will be able to navigate this challenge smoothly. We have utilized city hall's facility rentals this year and the partnership has been quite smooth and pleasant - while we hope to continue getting out into our community, we will definitely utilize city hall's facility options for any program facing a venue constraint.
4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 3, 2025, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95742
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

We are a mobile, community outreach based program. The address above is for Ri-Nu Imagination Studio, where we are renting space for our VA programs. We plan to host our Art for All Initiative expanded workshops at Ri-Nu, in addition to our anticipated new partnership facilities both on site and off site. We also anticipate utilizing the facility rentals at city hall as well.

Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading)
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Danielle
Vinson
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Heart Craft Studio
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Owner, Founder
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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Grant Proposal:

Art for All Initiative - Fostering Creativity and Connection in Rancho Cordova Submitted to: Rancho Cordova Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Submitted by: Heart Craft Studio
Date: March 2025
Budget Request
Expense Category: Grant Funding Requested Estimated
Cost
Art supplies and adaptive tools $7,000
Venue and exhibition costs $6,000
Instructor and facilitator fees $8,000
New hire training expenses $6,000
Marketing and outreach $8,000
Mobile equipment upgrades/expansion $3,000
Total Grant Request $38,000

Expense Category: In-Kind Contributions
Estimated
Cost
Art For All Initiative expanded program development $10,000 Existing (Q1’25) program management
Use of Existing Creative Equipment
$2,000
$4,000
Mobile workshop transportation $2,000
Instructor and facilitator fees for existing (Q1‘25) partnerships $20,000 Venue and exhibition costs for existing (Q1‘25) partnerships $1,800 Supplies for existing (Q1‘25) partnerships $3,000
Total In-Kind Contributions $42,800

Total Program Cost

$80,800

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In-Kind Contributions
Heart Craft Studio plans to continue our existing free and low-cost services that presently serve these local populations and underserved communities. We plan to contribute in-kind the existing operations that fall within the mission of this overall initiative and all associated expenses with the following existing operations:
- monthly workshops with FCUSD’s Walnutwood School - Adolescent Parent Program
- bi-monthly creative workshops with a group of local disabled veterans with the VA
- monthly adaptive art events with a local senior center and memory care facilities
- all of eight of our low-cost, weekly classes through Cordova Recreations & Parks District catalog and facilities (art lab at both White Rock Community Clubhouse and Neil Orchard Senior Center, after school art club at White Rock Community Clubhouse, adventures in acrylics at both White Rock Community Clubhouse and Neil Orchard Senior Center, watercolor Wednesdays at both White Rock Community Clubhouse and Neil Orchard Senior Center, and drawn to art at White Rock Community Clubhouse)
We also plan to contribute all transportation costs for our program, use of our existing creative equipment, as well as the program development for the expanded Art for All Initiative.

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Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Yes: First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Health on Wheels-Mobile Clinics for homeless individuals in Rancho Cordova
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
We operate a mobile clinic and wish to expand the clinic to provide homeless individuals with health and social services at their points of need.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
COMMUNi T's mobile clinic expansion will deliver critical health and social services directly to homeless individuals, meeting them where they are.

This initiative enhances access to medical care, mental health support, and essential resources, fostering stability and well-being for vulnerable populations in underserved communities.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
We have employed a Nurse, Peer Supporter and CHWS
Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
The goal of COMMUNi T’s mobile clinic expansion is to increase access to essential health and social services for homeless individuals by bringing care directly to them. This initiative will provide health care, while also offering peer support, and substance use recovery resources. By improving care coordination, the program will connect individuals with ongoing medical care, housing support, and other critical social services.

Additionally, the clinic will address immediate needs by distributing hygiene kits, and survival essentials. Through culturally competent and traumainformed care, this initiative aims to reduce health disparities and ensure equitable access to services. Strengthening partnerships with local health systems, shelters, and advocacy organizations will further support longterm solutions for homeless health care.

Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

IMG_1551.jpg
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

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Total project/program
cost*
416000
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
25000
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
160000
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
100000
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
10000
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
90000
What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
56000
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

COMMUNi_T_Mobile_Clinic_Expansion_Budget_Proposal.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

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Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
We have grants from local MCPS (Anthem and Molina)
Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2025/2026, if
applicable.

Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

No
Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Single Year
Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2025 through June 2026. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2025
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2026
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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Project/Program Schedule (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) Phase 1: Program Preparation & Outreach (July – August 2025) Finalize partnerships with healthcare providers, shelters, and social service organizations.

Recruit and train medical staff, peer support specialists, and outreach workers.

Launch outreach campaign to inform homeless communities and service providers.

Phase 2: Service Implementation & Expansion (October 2025 – March 2026)
Deploy mobile clinic to designated locations, prioritizing high-need areas.

Provide healthcare, peer support and case management.

Distribute hygiene kits, harm reduction supplies, and emergency aid.

Conduct ongoing needs assessments to refine services and optimize outreach efforts.

Strengthen referral systems to ensure continuity of care for patients.

Phase 3: Evaluation & Sustainability Planning (April – June 2026) Assess program impact through data collection and community feedback.

Adjust service delivery based on identified needs and emerging challenges.

Develop long-term sustainability strategies, including funding opportunities and policy advocacy.

Publish a report summarizing key outcomes and recommendations for future expansion.

What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
The implementation of COMMUNi T’s mobile clinic expansion may face several challenges, including limited funding and resource availability, which could impact staffing, medical supplies, and operational costs. To address this, we will pursue diverse funding sources, including grants, private donations, and partnerships with healthcare providers and local governments. Another key challenge is building trust with homeless individuals who may have had negative experiences with healthcare systems. To overcome this, we will utilize culturally competent, traumainformed approaches and engage peer support specialists to foster trust and encourage participation.
4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 3, 2025, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) IMG_1551.jpg
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Ithiopia
Mckinney
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
COMMUNi T
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Executive Director
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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COMMUNi T Mobile Clinic Expansion Budget Proposal
Fiscal Year: July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026
Budget Summary
Category Amount (USD)
Personnel (Staff salaries, stipends, wages, benefits) $160,000 Supplies (Medical supplies, hygiene kits, office materials) $100,000 Transportation (Staff travel, fuel, vehicle maintenance) $10,000 Equipment (Medical equipment, mobile clinic tools) $90,000 Miscellaneous Expenses (Administrative costs, outreach
materials)
$56,000
Total Budget Request $416,000
Additional Funding Sources
COMMUNi T is actively seeking additional funding through various sources, including:
● Grants & Philanthropic Funding: Applications submitted to private foundations and public agencies.
● Healthcare Partnerships: Contributions from local healthcare providers and nonprofit organizations.
● Community Donations & Sponsorships: Support from businesses and individual donors.
● In-Kind Contributions: Volunteer hours, donated medical supplies, and logistical support from partner organizations.

Budget Justification & Impact
The requested funds will enable COMMUNi T to expand mobile health and social services for homeless individuals, ensuring they receive essential medical care, mental health support, and case management. This investment will reduce health disparities, enhance service accessibility, and create sustainable community partnerships to support long-term impact.

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Prepared by: COMMUNi T
Date: March 2025
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Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Yes: First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Rancho Cordova First-Time Homebuyer Education Program
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The Rancho Cordova First-Time Homebuyer Education Program will empower local residents to achieve homeownership through personalized guidance, financial literacy workshops, and one-on-one mentoring with experienced homebuyers, creating pathways to sustainable homeownership for our community members.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Rancho Cordova First-Time Homebuyer Education Program aims to address the critical challenge of low homeownership rates within our community by implementing a personalized, supportive approach to homebuyer education and mentorship. Our program is designed to break down the complex barriers that prevent many Rancho Cordova residents from achieving homeownership. We focus on creating a supportive learning environment where potential homebuyers can gain knowledge, build confidence, and develop concrete plans for achieving their homeownership goals.

The program will operate through three interconnected components:

Personalized Homebuyer Coaching: Each participant will receive personalized, one-on-one coaching sessions with experienced homeownership counselors. These sessions will help participants assess their current financial situation, identify barriers to homeownership, and create actionable plans to address these challenges.

Financial Literacy Workshops: Monthly workshops will cover essential topics including credit improvement, saving for down payments, understanding mortgages, navigating the homebuying process, and maintaining a home. These workshops will be practical and interactive, providing participants with useful tools and resources.

Peer Mentorship Network: We will connect program participants with recent successful first-time homebuyers from Rancho Cordova who can share their experiences, provide encouragement, and offer practical insights about the local housing market.

This program will directly benefit the Rancho Cordova community by:

Increasing homeownership rates, particularly among underrepresented groups
Building generational wealth and economic stability for residents Empowering community members with financial knowledge and confidence
Creating a supportive network of homebuyers and homeowners within Rancho Cordova
Addressing the specific challenges faced by Rancho Cordova residents in today's housing market
The program aligns perfectly with the City's Community Enhancement & Investment Fund guidelines by directly addressing community needs, fostering personal development, promoting economic stability, and creating lasting positive change within Rancho Cordova.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Dr. Jeffrey Mrizek is a passionate leader driving equitable change and economic growth. An expert in educational leadership and workforce development, he excels at collaborative problem-solving using systems thinking. As former Dean at California Community Colleges, he managed over $100M in workforce grants. Dr. Mrizek founded Mrizek Global, LLC, providing innovative educational solutions, and Global Urban Nomads, a non-profit developing transformational leaders. His dissertation on civil service labor gaps led to "Innovative Pathways to Public Service." A teaching professor, author, and S.D. Bechtel, Jr. Fellow, he's a soughtafter thought leader dedicated to sustainable global talent development.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Financial Literacy
40 residents completing homebuyer education (year one)
90% showing improved knowledge via assessments
Financial Readiness
70% improving credit scores
75% establishing down payment savings
Community Support
10 trained volunteer mentors
85% participant satisfaction rate
Homeownership Pathways
25% pursuing home purchase within 6 months
100% connected to appropriate resources
Program Sustainability
3+ local organization partnerships
Creating replicable, low-funding model
Measurement through assessments, surveys, financial reviews, and partnership documentation.

Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading. yourjourneyhomeworkbook-01.pdf
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

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Total project/program
cost*
24500
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
24500
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
16000
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
4500
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
500
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
1500
What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
2000
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

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Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
Yes, actively seeking funding support or have secured additional funding support for this project/program.

Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program?
While this application requests full funding from CEIF, we have secured inkind contributions to enhance the program:
- Local credit union has committed to providing financial literacy materials at no cost
- Local real estate professionals will volunteer their time for specific workshop sessions
- Community library has offered space for some smaller workshop sessions at no charge
The program is designed to be sustainable beyond the initial funding period through a combination of:
- Developing a volunteer-led peer mentoring model
- Building partnerships with local financial institutions - Creating reusable educational resources
Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2025/2026, if
applicable.

N/A
Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

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3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2025 through June 2026. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/15/2025
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2026
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
July-August 2025: Program Development and Preparation
Develop comprehensive curriculum for workshops and one-onone sessions Recruit and train volunteer peer mentors
Create outreach materials and participant application process Establish partnerships with local housing resources
September 2025: Program Launch
Host kickoff event at community center
Begin participant recruitment and enrollment
Conduct first financial literacy workshop
October 2025-April 2026: Core Program Implementation
Monthly homebuyer workshops (first Saturday of each month) Bi-weekly one-on-one coaching sessions with participants Monthly peer mentor support meetings
Quarterly program assessment and adjustment
May 2026: Program Evaluation
Comprehensive assessment of program metrics
Participant and volunteer feedback collection
Documentation of success stories and challenges
June 2026: Sustainability Planning
Development of plan for program continuation
Final report preparation and submission
Celebration event for program participants and volunteer mentors
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What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?

1. Challenge: Participant recruitment and retention Mitigation: We will partner with local community organizations, churches, and employers to identify motivated potential homebuyers. To improve retention, we'll provide personalized support between sessions and celebrate small wins along the homebuying
journey.

2. Challenge: Addressing diverse financial situations Mitigation: Our one-on-one coaching approach allows us to tailor advice and resources to each participant's unique situation. We'll develop multiple pathways through the program to accommodate
different starting points and goals.

3. Challenge: Maintaining volunteer mentor engagement Mitigation:

We will provide thorough training, ongoing support, and recognition for our volunteer mentors. We'll also create a community among the mentors through regular gatherings and shared resources.

4. Challenge: Housing market challenges Mitigation: Our curriculum will honestly address current market challenges while
emphasizing long-term strategies, alternative paths to
homeownership, and the importance of patience and preparation in the current environment.

5. Challenge: Program sustainability Mitigation: We will develop reusable curriculum materials, train community volunteers who can continue offering support, and build partnerships with local institutions that have an interest in promoting homeownership. 4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 3, 2025, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
2729 Prospect Park Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

Rancho Cordova City Hall - 2729 Prospect Park Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Alternative locations might include:

Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd, Rancho Cordova, CA 95827
Cordova Community Center, 2197 Chase Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Various local real estate offices for professional training sessions Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) Letter_of_Support_-_Rancho_Cordova_FirstTime_Homebuyer_Education_Program_Michael_Freedman.pdf Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Jeffrey
Mrizek
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Smart Start AI
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
CEO and Founder
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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SmartStart Rancho Cordova: First-Time Homebuyer Education Initiative Detailed Program Budget for FY 2025-2026
PERSONNEL: $15,000
Position Hours Rate Total
Program Coordinator (part-time) 500 hrs $20/hr $10,000
Financial Education Facilitator 80 hrs $50/hr $4,000
Guest Presenter Stipends 10 sessions $100/session $1,000 Personnel Subtotal $15,000
SUPPLIES: $7,000
Item Quantity Cost Total
Homebuyer Text/Workbooks?
WebApp 50 $60 each $3,000
Financial Planning Materials 50 sets $20 per set $1,000 Workshop Handouts/Printing 6 workshops
$250 per
workshop $1,500
Refreshments for Workshops 6 sessions
$166.67 per
session $1,000
Promotional Materials Various $500 $500
Supplies Subtotal $7,000
TRANSPORTATION: $0
Purpose Miles Rate Total
Transportation Subtotal $0
EQUIPMENT: $0
Item Quantity Cost Total
Equipment Subtotal $0
MISCELLANEOUS: $2,000
Item Quantity Cost Total
Printing/Copying Services Various $800 $800
City Hall Room Reservation Fees 6 sessions $100/session $600 Participant Certificates 50 $4 each $200
Insurance N/A $900 $900
Miscellaneous Subtotal $2,500
Grant Proposal Total $24,500
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March 12, 2025
Re: Rancho Cordova First-Time Homebuyer Education Program To whom it may concern,
I am writing to support the application by Dr. Jeffrey Mrizek for his project Smart Start AI.

Jeffrey is a fellow in the Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy's 2025 cohort. His project is well developed and ready to offer to the communuity. Home ownership is the primary path to self-sufficiency and family wealth in the US, and home ownership is increasingly out of reach. There is an unacceptable percent of our population living paycheck to paycheck. This economic status keeps a too-high percentage of our population at risk of devastating financial events and risk of bankruptcy.

Homebuyer education will help first time homebuyers develop the plan and courage to begin to establish family wealth. I encourage you to accept Dr. Mrizek's project for funding and delivery.

Regards,
Michael Freedman
Program Director, Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy
Founder, The Public Square Academy
530-575-5716
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Welcome to one of
life's most exciting
journeys
Buying your first home. This book is
designed to be your trusted companion
throughout the entire homebuying
process, from your first dream of
homeownership to the moment you
turn your new key in the lock.

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Your Homebuying Journey Begins
Buying your first home is more than just a financial transaction – it's a personal milestone that marks the beginning of a new chapter in your life.

Whether you're looking for a cozy urban apartment, a suburban family home, or a quiet rural retreat, this guide will help you navigate each step with confidence.

Before we dive into the specifics, take a moment to reflect on what homeownership means to you. In the space below, write down your thoughts about:

What does owning a home mean to you personally?
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
What kind of life do you envision in your new home?
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
Introduction
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Understanding Your "Why"
The journey to homeownership begins with understanding your motivations.

These will guide your decisions throughout the process and help you stay focused when facing choices or challenges.

Take a moment to explore your reasons for buying a home. Consider both practical and emotional factors:

My top three reasons for wanting to buy a home are:

1. _________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________
When I imagine my ideal home life, I picture:
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
Setting Your Timeline
The homebuying journey varies for everyone. Understanding your timeline helps you plan effectively and reduce stress. Consider these factors as you determine yours:
- Lease termination dates
- School year considerations
- Job changes or relocations
- Family planning
- Financial preparation needs
My ideal timeline for becoming a homeowner:

Target move-in season/date: _________________________
Key milestones to consider:
□ Lease ends: ___/___/___
□ School year begins: ___/___/___
□ Other important dates: ___/___/___
This timeline makes sense for me because:
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
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The Money Story: Where You Stand Today
Your financial picture is like a story, with each element playing an important role. Let's explore each chapter of your money story to understand where you are and where you need to be for homeownership.

Your Income Journey
Think of your income as the foundation of your homebuying power. It's not just about how much you make today, but about the stability and history of your earnings.
*Reflect on your income story:*
How has your income changed over the last two years?
_________________________________________________
What future changes do you anticipate?
_________________________________________________
Additional income sources beyond your primary job:
_________________________________________________
Now, let's document your current income picture. Remember, lenders typically look at your last two years of earnings:

Current Monthly Income:

Primary Job: $_____________
Secondary Job: $_____________
Other Income: $_____________
Has your income been stable? □ Yes □ No
If no, explain: ____________________________________
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Your Credit Journey
Your credit score tells lenders the story of how you've handled financial responsibilities in the past. Let's understand where you stand:

My current credit scores (date: ___/___/___)
Experian: _____
TransUnion: _____
Equifax: _____
The story behind my credit score:
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
Areas I want to improve:
_________________________________________________
Understanding Your Monthly Flow
Money flowing in and out of your life creates the rhythm of your financial health. Let's map this flow to understand what you can comfortably afford in a home:
*Monthly Money Map*
Money Coming In:

Regular paycheck: $_____________
Reliable extra income: $_____________
Total Monthly Income: $_____________
Regular Monthly Expenses:

Essential expenses (excluding rent):
- Car payment: $_____________
- Student loans: $_____________
- Credit cards: $_____________
- Insurance: $_____________
- Utilities: $_____________
- Food & necessities: $_____________
- Other: $_____________
Total Monthly Expenses: $_____________
Available for Housing: $_____________
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Creating Your Home Vision
Before diving into property searches, take time to envision your ideal home.

This vision will guide your search and help you make decisions when viewing properties.
*Your Home Vision Board*
My ideal neighborhood feels:
_________________________________________________
The style of home I prefer:
_________________________________________________
Must-have features (and why they matter):

1. _________________ Because: ____________________

2. _________________ Because: ____________________

3. _________________ Because: ____________________
Deal-breakers (and why):

1. _________________ Because: ____________________

2. _________________ Because: ____________________
[Content continues with similar narrative structure through chapters on mortgage options, property search strategies, making offers, and closing processes...]
Making This Book Work for You
Throughout this guide, you'll find:
- Reflection questions to help you clarify your thoughts - Worksheets to organize your information
- Checklists to track your progress
- Space for notes and questions
Remember, this is your personal journey. Use this book in whatever way works best for you. Write in it, highlight important sections, add sticky notes – make it truly yours.

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Property Type Analysis
Different property types come with different considerations. Let's explore what works for you:

Property types I'm considering (check all that apply):
□ Single-family detached
□ Townhouse
□ Condo
□ Multi-family
For each checked option, consider:

Advantages for my situation:
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
Potential challenges:
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
Questions to research:
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
Your Home Viewing Strategy
Before the Viewing
My viewing checklist:
□ Research property history
□ Look up school ratings
□ Check crime statistics
□ Review flood maps
□ Drive by at different times
□ Other: _______________________________________
Questions to ask before viewing:

1. _________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________
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During the Viewing
Focus areas during visit:
□ Natural light
□ Traffic noise
□ Room flow
□ Storage space
□ Maintenance issues
□ Neighbor activity
□ Parking situation
Property Comparison Tool
Use this chart to compare homes you've viewed:

Home 1 Home 2 Home 3
Address: ___________ ___________ ___________
Price: ___________ ___________ ___________
Square feet: ___________ ___________ ___________
Bedrooms: ___________ ___________ ___________
Bathrooms: ___________ ___________ ___________
Location score
(1-10): ___________ ___________ ___________
Condition score
(1-10): ___________ ___________ ___________
Layout score
(1-10): ___________ ___________ ___________
Overall feeling
(1-10): ___________ ___________ ___________
Special features:
____________ ____________ ____________
____________ ____________ ____________
Concerns:
____________ ____________ ____________
____________ ____________ ____________
Estimated
repairs/updates: ___________ ___________ ___________
Remember to check:
□ Water pressure
□ Cell phone signal
□ Electrical outlets
□ Window condition
□ Door/cabinet operation
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Working with Real Estate Agents
Finding the right agent is crucial to your home search success:

What I'm looking for in an agent:
□ Experience in my target areas
□ Knowledge of first-time buyers
□ Communication style matches mine
□ Other: _______________________________________
Questions to ask potential agents:

1. _________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________
Agent interview notes:

Name: _____________________________________________
Agency: ___________________________________________
Impressions: ______________________________________
Questions to follow up on: __________________________
Search Timeline Planning
My home search timeline:

Start date: ___/___/___
Need to find home by: ___/___/___
Weekly goals:
□ Homes to view: _________________________________
□ Areas to explore: ______________________________
□ Research to complete: __________________________
Flexibility factors:
□ Can extend search if needed
□ Must find home by: ___/___/___
□ Other considerations: ___________________________
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The Story of Home Financing
Just as every home is unique, every mortgage has its own character.

Understanding different mortgage options is like learning about different neighborhoods – each has its own benefits and considerations.

Exploring Mortgage Types
Think of mortgage programs like different paths to the same destination.

Let's explore which path might work best for you:

What I Know About My Mortgage Needs:

Down payment available: $_____________
Monthly payment comfort level: $_____________
How long I plan to stay: _____________
Comparing Loan Programs
Let's analyze different loan options to find your best fit:
*Conventional Loans*
What appeals to me about conventional loans:
_________________________________________________
My challenges with conventional loans might be:
_________________________________________________
*FHA Loans*
What appeals to me about FHA loans:
_________________________________________________
My challenges with FHA loans might be:
_________________________________________________
*Special Programs (VA, USDA, etc.)*
Programs I might qualify for:
_________________________________________________
Questions to ask about these programs:
_________________________________________________
My employment type is:
□ W-2 Employee
□ Self-employed
□ Contract worker
□ Other: _____________
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Becoming a Home Detective
Searching for the right home is like being a detective – you'll need to look for clues about which home is right for you and investigate thoroughly before making a decision.

Your Property Search Journal
For each property you visit, use these pages to record your impressions:

Property Address: _____________________________
Date Visited: ___/___/___
Listing Price: $_____________
First Impressions:

When I first saw this home, I felt:
_________________________________________________
The neighborhood made me feel:
_________________________________________________
What I loved:

1. _________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________
What concerned me:

1. _________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________
Questions to investigate:
□ _______________________________________________
□ _______________________________________________
□ _______________________________________________
Follow-up needed:
□ Research schools
□ Check flood zones
□ Investigate HOA
□ Get commute times
□ Other: _______________________________________
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The Art of the Offer
Making an offer is like writing a story where you're both the author and a main character. Let's craft your offer strategy thoughtfully.

Market Analysis Worksheet
Understanding the Market:

Recent comparable sales:

1. $_____________ Address: _______________________

2. $_____________ Address: _______________________

3. $_____________ Address: _______________________
Market conditions:
□ Seller's market
□ Buyer's market
□ Balanced market
Because: _______________________________________
Offer Strategy Planner
Property Address: _______________________________
List Price: $_____________
My maximum price: $_____________
Initial offer price: $_____________
This offer makes sense because:
_________________________________________________
Terms to include:
□ Earnest money: $_____________
□ Closing date: ___/___/___
□ Contingencies needed:
□ Financing
□ Appraisal
□ Inspection
□ Sale of current home
□ Other: _____________________________________
Items to request:
□ Appliances
□ Window treatments
□ Other: _____________________________________
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The Home Stretch
Once your offer is accepted, you begin the journey to closing. Think of this period as preparing for a big trip – there's a lot to do, but staying organized makes it manageable.

Inspection Planning
Questions for the inspector:

1. _________________________________________________

2. _________________________________________________

3. _________________________________________________
Areas of special concern:
□ Roof
□ Foundation
□ HVAC
□ Other: _______________________________________
Post-inspection plan:
□ Request repairs
□ Request credits
□ Accept as-is
□ Other: _______________________________________
Closing Cost Worksheet
Expected Closing Costs:

Loan costs: $_____________
Title fees: $_____________
Escrow/prepaid items: $_____________
Other fees: $_____________
Total needed: $_____________
Sources of funds:

Savings: $_____________
Gift funds: $_____________
Seller concessions: $_____________
Other: $_____________
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Welcome Home
Congratulations! But the journey of homeownership is just beginning. Let's plan for your new life as a homeowner.

Move-In Planner
Before Moving In:
□ Schedule utilities transfer
□ Set up home insurance
□ Change locks
□ Deep clean
□ Other: _______________________________________
First Week Priorities:
□ _____________________________________________
□ _____________________________________________
□ _____________________________________________
First Projects:
□ _____________________________________________
□ _____________________________________________
□ _____________________________________________
Home Maintenance Calendar
Monthly Tasks:
□ HVAC filter check
□ Check smoke detectors
□ Other: _______________________________________
Seasonal Tasks:

Spring: _______________________________________
Summer: ______________________________________
Fall: ________________________________________
Winter: ______________________________________
Annual Budget Planning:

Maintenance fund goal: $_____________
Emergency fund goal: $_____________
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Appendix A: Important Contacts
Keep track of your homebuying team:

Realtor:

Name: _______________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________
Email: _____________________________________
Loan Officer:

Name: _______________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________
Email: _____________________________________
Insurance Agent:

Name: _______________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________
Email: _____________________________________
Home Inspector:

Name: _______________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________
Email: _____________________________________
Title Company:

Name: _______________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________
Email: _____________________________________
Appendix B: Document Checklist
Required Documents
For the Loan:
□ Pay stubs (last 30 days)
□ W-2s (last 2 years)
□ Tax returns (last 2 years)
□ Bank statements (last 2 months)
□ Investment statements
□ Gift letters (if applicable)
For Closing:
□ Photo ID
□ Insurance proof
□ Certified funds
□ Other: ___________________________
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Final Thoughts
Remember, this book is your companion throughout your homebuying journey. Use these pages to track your progress, record your thoughts, and plan your next steps. Every homebuying story is unique – this is yours to write.

As you complete each chapter, take time to reflect on what you've learned and how it applies to your situation. Don't hesitate to revisit earlier chapters as needed – this is your resource to use in whatever way works best for you.

Congratulations on taking this important step toward homeownership. Your journey begins now!
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Provide the email
address of the
contact person
digitally signing the
contract who will
actively check email
to ensure timely
processing.

Irene Kim
Provide the phone
number of the
contact person
digitally signing the
contract who will
actively check email
to ensure timely
processing.

Original Submission 03/13/2025
Score n/a
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Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Yes: First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Kumon of Rancho Cordova: Math and Reading Tutoring Accelerator for All Children
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Free Math and Reading Tutoring for low-income families attending a public school in Rancho Cordova with children ages four and above at Kumon of Rancho Cordova, an established and successful franchise of the world renown Kumon Method with over 60 years of success.

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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Free Tutoring at Kumon of Rancho Cordova would be available for up to 20 families who qualify for CalFresh/SNAP/EBT Cards attending a public school in Rancho Cordova, limited to one subject per child, Math OR Reading.

Students receive a free assessment and individualized learning plan from Irene or Sung, the center owners and instructors. Students come to the center for instruction twice a week, 30 minutes per session, and receive individually prescribed Kumon worksheets to complete at home on days when not at the center.

Students who do not have the transportation and have internet access or a tablet at home may use KumonConnect.

As Kumon owners and instructors, we have been trained to carry out the following Kumon worldwide mission statement in our very own communities:

Through Kumon Method study, we aim to help each child fulfill his or her own potential by developing academic ability, as well as the mindset and skills for self-learning, so that they become independent individuals who can play an active role in society in the future.

We, at Kumon, including at our specific Rancho Cordova center, have helped millions of children not only obtain the ability to read, write and do math, but to reach above grade-level standards and complete this in an accelerated yet frustration-free time-frame.

Rancho Cordova is home to a number of elementary schools, some with as high as 90% of economically disadvantaged students (Cordova Villa Elementary), and extremely low math and reading scores (e.g., At Rancho Cordova Elementary, only 12% of students scored at or above the proficient level for math, and 19% scored at or above that level for reading).

Receiving this grant would be an extremely important opportunity to reach children and youth in the community who would greatly benefit from Kumon and would otherwise not be able to afford such services.

Please see attached a 2023 news article about a Kumon center in Kentucky who partnered with a non-profit called the Louisville Urban League to provide free tutoring services for public school students, similar to our grant proposal.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
My husband Sung Kim and I, Irene Kim have owned and operated Kumon of Rancho Cordova for over 10 years. We are extensively trained and certified professional Kumon instructors, and each have B.A.s from top universities and J.D.s from top law schools. We employ 10 part-time graders/assistants, many who are previous Kumon students. We also work with a few local homeschool charter schools requiring intensive applications and background checks. We are passionate about education and have an earnest desire to help children succeed.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
"Kumon Tutoring for All" Goals:

Fill all 20 spots for free tutoring by reaching out to economically disadvantaged public elementary schools in Rancho Cordova, and enrolling families who qualify for CalFresh/SNAP/EBT Cards.

Track each student's individual progress with an initial assessment, twice weekly assignment assessments, prescribed individual study plan, and achievement test progress reports.

Students should complete each level, i.e., grade, in Math or Reading within 1-3 months, and depending on initial assessment, reach gradelevel or above grade-level within that timeframe (e.g., if student is 1 year behind grade level, aim to reach grade level within 6 months).

Be aware that these families may be in need of more regular and frequent support and communication.

Optional File Upload: Provide any additional records to supplement your program/project application. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Class_is_in_session_at_new_Kumon_learning_center.pdf
2 - Funding & Costs
Funding Request -
Complete this
section with total
dollar amounts for
your
project/program's
costs
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for enhancing and investing in the City of Rancho Cordova. If your project/program is awarded, the costs identified below would be reviewed and potentially open to modification during a contracting phase (if a grant is awarded by the City Council). If awarded, grant funds are not available until a contract is executed during Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

Total project/program
cost*
42300
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
42300
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
00 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
42300
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What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
00 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
00 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
00 Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Budget-_Kumon_of_Rancho_Cordova_Tutoring_for_All.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please explain why
you are not seeking
any other funding
support for your
project/program?
We are an established business with set infrastructure and do not need other funding support for this project.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2025/2026, if
applicable.

None
Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

No
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Is this a single year
request or a request
for funding for
multiple years?
Multiple Years
If requesting CEIF
grant funding for
multiple years,
please share how
many years?
We request CEIF grant funding for multiple years, as long as possible with the City's approval.

For requests
spanning multiple
years, share the
dollar amount
requested per year.

FYI 2025-26: $42,300
FY 2026-27: $42,300
Etc.

For
projects/programs
that span multiple
years, please
describe your
sustainability plan
and whether it is
viable as a single
year request.

While a single year would be useful, education is a long-term endeavor and our impact on the community would be greater if this was a continued investment.

Has your
project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
previously?
No
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2025 through June 2026. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2025
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2030
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
We would start on the soonest available start date of July 1, as we have been an established tutoring center since March 2014, and have the infrastructure required to be up and running.

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What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
CEIF notification of decisions would go out by late June, so we would need to reach out and partner with teachers and schools before the school ends for possible candidates.

Other anticipated challenges and proposed solutions:

1. We do not fill the 20 spots (which seems unlikely), or qualified students who sign up do not show up or un-enroll. In this case, we have many existing families at our Kumon of Rancho Cordova (about 150 on average) and would use income tax returns to provide the grant benefits to existing families.

2. Proof of economic disadvantage: Look to EBT Cards, but possibly Income Tax Return for the previous year.

3. Proof of student enrollment at Rancho Cordova Elementary School: We would need to explore which documents would be acceptable. 4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 3, 2025, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95670
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.
n/a
Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading)
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Irene
Kim
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
SHL Abacus, LLC, DBA Kumon
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Managing Member, Director and Owner of Kumon of Rancho Cordova Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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Kumon of Rancho Cordova Tutoring for All
Project Budget
Key points
Monthly Tuition for Math or Reading: $170
One-time Registration fee: $75
20 students limited to one subject, Math or Reading, not both Monthly
Tuition
Total for Year 2025-2026
20 Students (one subject:
math or reading)
Yearly Tuition for 20
Students
$170 $170 x 20 = $3,400 $3400 x 12 months =
$40,800
$40,800
One-time
registration
fee
$75 $1,500 n/a $1,500
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Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

California Capital Film Office: Beyond Broadway - Acclaimed Theatre in Rancho Cordova
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Spotlight Series: Acclaimed Theatre in RC brings critically acclaimed solo and two-person plays to Fat Elephant Theatre. Featuring Feisty Old Jew, Who Killed Sylvia Plath, The Masseur, and the holiday favorite Santaland Diaries, this season offers bold, thought-provoking, and entertaining performances, solidifying Fat Elephant Theatre as premier live theatre destination.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
With support from the Community Enhancement and Investment Fund grant, we will produce four high-caliber theatrical productions between May 2025 and April 2026:

Feisty Old Jew – A bold and witty solo performance that has captivated audiences in San Francisco and beyond.

Who Killed Sylvia Plath – A powerful solo play that explores the literary icon’s legacy, performed to great acclaim in New York.

The Masseur – A compelling two-person drama that delves into themes of identity, redemption, and human connection.

The Santaland Diaries – A holiday favorite by David Sedaris, bringing a renowned and entertaining Christmas show to Rancho Cordova.

This series will solidify Fat Elephant Theatre as the premier destination for live theatre in Rancho Cordova, further building on its successful history as a home to Hummingbird Theatre Company, Green Valley Theatre Company, and Nor Cal Arts.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Charles Lago who has a long history of producing theatre will spearhead the series as Artistic Director. Jose Ruiz will serve as Co Artistic Director and Christopher Johnson a theatre professional from Los Angeles will assist in producing the shows. We will also have a technical director who will be engaged once the series is confirmed.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
The Spotlight Series: Acclaimed Theatre in Rancho Cordova aims to bring high-quality, critically acclaimed theatre to the local community, enriching Rancho Cordova’s cultural landscape. By presenting Feisty Old Jew, Who Killed Sylvia Plath, The Masseur, and Santaland Diaries, we strive to:
- Enhance Access to Professional Theatre – Offer Rancho Cordova audiences renowned solo and two-person productions that have been praised in major theatre hubs like New York and San Francisco which is a change to community theatre usually presented in Rancho Cordova. - Engage a Diverse Audience – Provide performances that appeal to a broad spectrum of the community, from thought-provoking dramas to comedic and holiday-themed entertainment.
- Strengthen Rancho Cordova’s Theatre Scene – Position Fat Elephant Theatre as a leading venue for live theatre by showcasing critically acclaimed performances and supporting the city's growing arts scene. - Foster Artistic Excellence & Local Engagement – Encourage community participation by partnering with local arts organizations and creating a sustainable platform for high-quality live theatre.
- Boost Economic Growth – Attract theatre enthusiasts from within and beyond Rancho Cordova, generating foot traffic and support for local businesses while establishing the city as a cultural destination.

Through this program, we seek to solidify Fat Elephant Theatre as the home for exceptional live theatre in Rancho Cordova and create a lasting impact on the local arts community.

Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Total project/program
cost*
28000
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What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
20050
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
3000
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
00 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
1250
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
00 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
15800
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

Beyond_Broadway_Budget_.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

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Please explain why
you are not seeking
any other funding
support for your
project/program?
We are not seeking other funding as we will provide all the other funding need to present theses shows. Fat Elephant Theatre Company will provided all costs associated with marketing, printing, graphic design, websites costs, props, tickets, wardrobe, set pieces, front of house staff, theatre management and other related costs associated with mounting theses shows. FYI, we are presenting a fifth show as part of this series that we are not asking for funding for. A solo show, Bill Haley: A rock and Roll Journey. A one-man show that looks at the life and career of Bill Haley and his comets performed by Bill Haley Jr, son of Bill Haley. This show is scheduled to run, May 30/31/June 1 /6/7/8. This show will be at the cost of Fat Elephant Theatre Company.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2025/2026, if
applicable.

NA
Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

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Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
4/30/2026
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
We are currently determining the exact schedule for these shows. We will not begin any shows until at least July, 2025. Two of the solo shows will play a total of four performances, The Masseur will play for two weekends for a total of seven performances and Santaland Diaries which is an holiday show, will also play seven performances.

What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
We do not force any challenges other than the performer not being available at the exact time we would like to schedule these shows. If this were the case, we would adjust schedules accordingly. We are currently working on schedules with performers in anticipation we will be awarded a grant.
4 - Project/Program Location
Address Verification If you need to check if your project is in Rancho Cordova, type in your program/project's location in the Assessor Parcel Viewer:
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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
on March 3, 2025, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Ranchoi Cordova
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95827
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If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

NA
Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

Combine multiple
files in one pdf
before uploading)
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Charles
Lago
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
California Capital Film Office (dba. Fat Elephant Theatre Company) What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Artistic Director
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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Beyond Broadway: Acclaimed Theatre in Rancho Cordova
BUDGET
FIESTY OLD JEW (four performances) – Performer Fee - $1,500 / Hotel Accommodation $500 / Travel $250
TOTAL FOR THIS SHOW - $2250.00
WHO KILLED SYLIVA PLATH (four performances) - Performer Fee - $1,500 / Hotel Accommodation $500/ Travel $250
TOTAL FOR THIS SHOW - $2250.00
SANTALAND DIARIES (seven performances) – Performer Fee - $3,000 / Royalties - $3,500/ Travel $750 / Hotel Accommodations $800
TOTAL FOR THIS SHOW - $8050.00
THE MASSEUR (Six performances) – Director Fee $1,500 / Actor Fees $2,000 / Royalties $1,000
TOTAL FOR THIS SHOW - $4,500.00
Technical Director $3,000
Total Budget - $20,050
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Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

Yes: First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

American River Parkway Foundation: Art in the Parkway 2025-2026 Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Art in the Parkway is a cooperative project between the American River Parkway Foundation, Heart Craft Studio and 916 Ink. This program will provide accessible, no-cost opportunities for individuals of all ages to engage in artistic and literary activities while exploring the American River Parkway in Rancho Cordova.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The American River Parkway Foundation’s Parkway CONNECT program is dedicated to fostering inclusive, engaging experiences that bring the community to the American River Parkway. We are launching the Art in the Parkway project as part of this program initiative. This project will host free events focusing on creative expression through hands-on art and writing. In partnership with Heart Craft Studio and 916 Ink, this program will provide accessible, no-cost opportunities for individuals of all ages to engage in artistic and literary activities while exploring the Parkway.

As an extension of Parkway CONNECT, Art in the Parkway builds upon our existing efforts to introduce new and diverse audiences to the Parkway. By integrating art, writing, and outdoor exploration, we aim to remove barriers to engagement and provide alternative pathways for individuals to connect with nature in meaningful ways. This initiative will work with Heart Craft Studio and 916 Ink twice per year, for a total of 4 events at the River Bend Outdoor Educational Center located in Rancho Cordova.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
•Dianna Poggetto-Executive Director; Dianna has held the position of Executive Director since 2008. She oversees all aspects of the ARPF from “big picture issues” to the day-to-day running of the office. •Jackie Hadley-Education Manager; Jackie has been with the ARPF for 4 years; leading efforts to connect the community with the Parkway through education and visitor experience programs, using her background to create meaningful programs that inspire stewardship and a deeper appreciation for the Parkway.
•Jason Cox-Grants Manager; Jason Cox is a new member to the staff. He brings 14 years’ experience administering both federal grants and environmental restoration projects.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Heart Craft Studio will provide interactive craft stations (two to three), providing nature-inspired art activities that encourage creativity and a deeper connection to the outdoors. In addition, participants will have an opportunity for a guided walking route, promoting movement and reflection as they navigate the Parkway’s trails. The project goals are to have 200 participants in attendance for each event (400 attendees total). 916 Ink will facilitate a writing workshop designed to help participants capture their thoughts, stories, and reflections inspired by nature. The workshop will encourage creative storytelling and self-expression, culminating in a community “zine” featuring participant writings, which will be distributed as a tangible reflection of the day’s experiences. The project goals are to have 50 participants in attendance for each event (100 attendees total).

Optional File Upload:

Provide any
additional records to
supplement your
program/project
application. Note:

Total project/program
cost*
25992
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
25000
Does your
project/program
involve construction
of any facilities or
improvements upon
any property?
No
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What is the total cost
of personnel for your
project/program?
13989
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
900
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
00 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
00 What will be the total
cost of any
miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
11103
Upload your project/program's budget as a .pdf file. Include the categories and their dollar amounts along with information about any other funding sources to demonstrate your project/program's total budget. Note, the sum of all categories must match the total project or program cost, or the amount requested of CEIF if there is no other funding source. Please clearly illustrate any matching funds or funding from other sources in your project/program budget, including in-kind sources. Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading.

ARPF_Arts_in_the_Parkway_2025_Budget_.pdf
Has your
organization sought
or will seek other
funding for this
project/program?
No, not seeking any other funding support.

Please explain why
you are not seeking
any other funding
support for your
project/program?
This Project is a new initiative for the American River Foundation’s Parkway CONNECT program. Currently there are no additional monies procured (or pending) to support the delivery of this project. Future funding will be sought to support this project as grant opportunities arise.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2025/2026, if
applicable.

The Arts in the Parkway events will be held at the River Bend Outdoor Educational Center located in Rancho Cordova. American River Parkway Foundation maintains the 10-acre site, utilizing a volunteer workforce for the annual maintenance and utilizing both grant monies and donations for larger-scale site enhancements and infrastructure repairs. Typical maintenance involves grooming the walking paths and open areas and light infrastructure repair; ensuring that the entire area is conducive to a satisfactory experience.

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Do you have
volunteer or in-kind
support for your
project? This could
include volunteers for
an activity/event that
is ongoing or a onetime experience.

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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Planning and Coordination (July 2025)
Define event logistics, including the selection of the dirt trail route and location of event stations. Test the flow between stations to ensure smooth movement.

Coordinate with ARPF staff, and partners to manage each station and site preparation.

Source and prepare materials for each station.

Obtain necessary permits for the event.

Marketing and Outreach (July-August 2025)
Develop and execute a marketing plan to promote the event, utilizing social media and community partnerships. Marketing of this event will be shared through Visit Rancho Cordova, Heart Craft Studio, 916 Ink, and the American River Parkway Foundation
Utilize Eventbrite to promote the free event. This platform will not only facilitate promotion but also provide us with contact information for those interested in similar events in the future.

Artistic Walking Events with Heart Craft Studio (October 2025, May 2026) Set up stations along the dirt trail, ensuring each has the necessary materials and signage.

Host the event, guiding participants through the trail and encouraging interaction at each station.

Monitor the participant experience to ensure a fun and educational environment.

Collect feedback from participants to evaluate the event’s success and areas for improvement (to be completed the week after the event).

Literary Events with 916 Ink (September 2025, March 2026) Set up writing workshop stations, making sure access, tables, and site are prepared
Host the event, guiding participants to capture their thoughts, stories, and reflections inspired by nature.

Monitor the participant experience to ensure a fun and educational environment.

Collect feedback from participants to evaluate the event’s success and areas for improvement (to be completed the week after the event).

Distribute to the attendees the cumulative publication created by participants.

What challenges do
you anticipate in your
project/program's
implementation?
What is your plan to
complete your
project/program
should those or other
challenges arise?
Anticipated event challenges are ensuring people sign up/show up to the event. We will utilize paid boosted social media posts, adding our events to Sacramento365 and other local sites that can promote the events. We will utilize our Parkway CONNECT partners alongside Heart Craft Studio and 916 Ink to also promote our events and get the word out.

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Primary street
address of
project/program
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho Cordova
Select State CA
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Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95827
If your
project/program
takes place at
multiple locations,
please list other or
secondary locations.

N/A
Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) ARPF_Arts_in_the_PArkway_Letters_of_Support_03132025.pdf Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
No
Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Jason
Cox
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
American River Parkway Foundation
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Grant Manager and Program support
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:

Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
No
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What is the name of
this project or
program's primary
contact if not the
person submitting
this application?
Jackie
Hadley
What is the email of
the primary contact?
If your
project/program was
awarded the
requested funds, are
you authorized to
sign the contract for
your organization?
No, someone else would sign the contract
If selected by the
City Council to
receive an award,
what is the name of
the person at your
organization who
would sign the
contract?
Dianna
Pogetto
What is the title of
this individual?
Executive Director
What is the best
phone number where
we could contact the
signatory?
What is the best
email address to
contact the
signatory?
By checking here, I
confirm that I am
aware that my
application materials
will become public
record.
checked
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Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Grant Cycle. Applicants will receive an automated response through the grant portal. Community Enhancement & Investment Fund (CEIF) Staff will follow up with any questions regarding your Fiscal Year 2025-2026 application. For information about the next steps in the CEIF grant process, visit our website for more information. It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by the City Council starting in April 2025 with adoption in June 2025. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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Ongoing Grant Opportunity The City of Rancho Cordova offers a microgrant opportunity. Learn more about those grants online.

No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Rancho Cordova's Western Swing Festival
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
A multi-day festival celebrating Rancho Cordova’s ties to Country & Western Swing music, featuring bands with historical or artistic ties to California, dance lessons, food vendors, and local businesses. This event fosters community engagement, supports the local economy, and preserves California’s rich musical heritage through live music and cultural experiences
Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Western Swing Hall of Fame Festival is a beloved annual event held in Rancho Cordova that celebrates the history and cultural significance of Western Swing music. This festival, held every first weekend of October, brings together musicians, dancers, and music enthusiasts from across California and beyond. It honors the legacy of Western Swing, a genre that blends jazz, country, and folk music, and provides a space for people of all ages to experience and appreciate this uniquely American style.

Local Roots
Western Swing has deep roots in Sacramento County's history, and the festival serves as a vital part of preserving and sharing that history.

Rancho Cordova has long been a hub for music and community, and this festival strengthens that connection by drawing attention to the area's role in shaping Western Swing’s evolution. The festival’s live performances feature top Western Swing musicians and provide an opportunity for attendees to learn about the genre’s rich past. It also offers dance lessons and educational workshops, allowing people to immerse themselves in the music and history of Western Swing.

The festival’s impact extends beyond the music. It fosters a sense of community pride and strengthens local connections. Rancho Cordova residents come together to support the event, volunteering, attending, and contributing to the city’s cultural vibrancy. The festival provides an opportunity for residents to interact with visitors from across the state and beyond, enriching the local cultural landscape. It also plays a role in promoting Sacramento County’s broader historical significance, drawing attention to its influence on Western Swing and its continued role in California's musical scene.

Economics & the Community
Economically, the festival has a substantial impact on local businesses. It draws visitors from outside the area, increasing business for local hotels, restaurants, and shops. With more people attending the event each year, the festival supports the growth of Rancho Cordova as a cultural ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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destination, benefiting local vendors and helping to establish the city as a hub for arts and music. Local businesses can also engage with attendees through sponsorships and vendor opportunities, which help build longlasting partnerships with the community and festival-goers.

Expansion
In 2025, we aim to expand the festival’s scope and impact. By adding more performances, workshops, and interactive activities, we intend to make the event larger and more inclusive, reaching a broader audience and enhancing the festival’s cultural and educational value. Our goal is to make this festival an even more integral part of Rancho Cordova’s cultural calendar while preserving the rich heritage of Sacramento County in the process.

The CEIF grant will be crucial in making this growth possible. With this support, we plan to elevate the festival by improving production quality, expanding marketing efforts, and reaching a wider audience. The funding will help us create a more significant community event, increase visibility, and ensure that the festival becomes more sustainable over time.

As we look to the future, we are committed to building a festival that not only showcases the history of Western Swing but also supports local businesses, encourages community involvement, and continues to celebrate the cultural heritage of Sacramento County. We plan to diversify funding sources through sponsorships, ticket sales, and merchandise, allowing the festival to grow and remain a staple of Rancho Cordova’s cultural identity.

The Western Swing Hall of Fame Festival is not just an event; it’s a celebration of community, history, and music. It highlights Rancho Cordova’s place in California’s cultural landscape while creating opportunities for the community to come together and celebrate their shared heritage. With the support of the CEIF grant, we will continue to enhance the festival, making it a lasting tradition that draws visitors from near and far, celebrates Sacramento County’s musical history, and brings lasting value to the community.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Festival Director & Event Lead: Mary Meghan Enriquez ( Mae McCoy ) – Oversees all festival operations, including logistics, budgeting, artist bookings, and community outreach.

Key Contributors:

Arron Smith – Logistics and sound coordination.

Nick Christy – Community Outreach and sponsorships.

Sandra Robinson – Volunteer management.

Ronnie Elkan – Music and performance coordination.

Chuck Webb – Logistics and operational support.

Linda Swanson - Financial Oversight
With a strong, dedicated team, we deliver a successful, diverse, and engaging festival experience!
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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Our festival aims to preserve and promote Western Swing, classic country, and honky-tonk music while fostering community engagement and economic impact in Rancho Cordova. Through live music, dance lessons, and local business involvement, we will create an immersive cultural experience that celebrates this unique genre and its history.

Goals & Measurement Metrics:

1. Increase Attendance & Community Engagement
Goal: Attract at least 500 attendees over the festival weekend.

Metrics:

Ticket sales and on-site headcounts.

Social media engagement (shares, comments, and event RSVPs).

Post-event surveys to measure audience satisfaction.

1. Support Local Musicians & Businesses
Goal: Provide a platform for at least 10 musicians/bands and collaborate with 5+ local vendors.

Metrics:

Number of performing artists and vendor partnerships.

Vendor revenue and artist merchandise sales.

Attendee feedback on music and vendor experiences.

1. Cultural & Educational Impact
Goal: Host interactive dance lessons and historical talks to educate attendees about Western Swing’s roots in the
Sacramento area and California at-large.

Metrics:

Participation numbers in dance lessons and educational segments.

Engagement during Q&A with musicians and guest speakers.

Survey responses measuring attendees' understanding and appreciation of Western Swing.

1. Economic & Tourism Growth
Goal: Increase local hotel stays, restaurant visits, and shopping activity by drawing visitors from outside the region.

Metrics:

Hotel partnerships and booking data.

Local business reports on increased foot traffic and sales.

Visitor origin tracking via surveys and ticketing data.

Keeping the Project Team Focused:

Regular Check-ins: Weekly planning meetings to ensure tasks are progressing.

Task Assignments: Clear responsibilities for logistics, sponsorships, marketing, and operations.

Milestone Tracking: Monthly progress reviews on outreach, ticket sales, and vendor participation.

Post-Event Analysis: Gathering data and feedback to assess success and improve future events.

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Rancho Cordova City CouncilApril 7, 2025

Rancho Cordova City Council
April 7, 2025