Agenda packet — Rancho Cordova City Council, April 6, 2026 (part 4 of 12)

· 80% - 90% of enrolled families complete the full program series. · Pre-and post-assessments demonstrate a minimum 25 – 30% increase in financial knowledge.
· 85% of participants report improved confidence in managing their finances.

Goal 2: Strengthen Financial Behaviors and Stability
Families will apply program knowledge to improve their financial position Metrics
· 60% - 80% of participants create a household budget or financial plan. · 50% increase savings or open a savings account and checking’s account.
· 40% demonstrate measurable progress toward reducing debt or improving credit.

Goal 3: Goal: Increase Access to Homeownership and Real Estate Knowledge
Families will engage in workshops led by housing professionals, lenders, and real estate experts who will guide them through the steps necessary to prepare for homeownership or real estate investment.

Metrics
· 60% - 80% participants annually complete the Real Estate and Homeownership workshop series.
· 80%- 98% of participants demonstrate increased understanding of the homebuying process through pre- and post-workshop assessments. · 50% of participants complete a homeownership readiness plan, including credit improvement goals, savings targets, and financing preparation. · 40% of participants are referred to housing counseling, first-time homebuyer programs, or mortgage readiness services.
· 25% of participants take a measurable step toward homeownership within 12 months, such as improving credit scores, increasing savings for a down payment, or beginning mortgage prequalification.

Maintaining Team Focus and Accountability
VR’s project team will maintain focus through structured implementation and performance monitoring. Monthly team meetings will review participant engagement, program completion rates, and outcome metrics. Participant data will be tracked through attendance records, surveys, and follow-up assessments to measure behavioral and financial outcomes. Quarterly program reviews will allow the team to evaluate progress toward goals, identify challenges, and refine program strategies to ensure the project remains aligned with measurable impact objectives.

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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 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
81252
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
81252
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?
32640
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
42613.99
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
0 ITEM 19.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
9000
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.

Attachment_1_Financial_Empowerment_Series_Event_line_item_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.

Red Hawk Casino Sponsorship Grant
SAFE Grant
Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, 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 $34.79
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
3055.26
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.

Attachment_2_-_Copy.pdf
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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?
2 years; 2026 and 2027
For requests
spanning multiple
years, share the
dollar amount
requested per year.

FY 2026, $69,000
FY 2027, $69,000
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For
projects/programs
that span multiple
years, please
describe your
sustainability plan
and whether it is
viable as a single
year request.

The Financial Empowerment Series is designed to be sustainable over multiple years while remaining fully viable as a single-year investment. The program operates in modular workshop cycles, allowing indiviuals and families to complete a full financial education series within a single grant period while creating the infrastructure for long-term program continuation and expansion.

The need for programs that promote financial stability and wealth-building remains significant across California. According to statewide data, "approximately 19% of California children live in poverty, reflecting the persistent economic challenges facing many families." Additionally, children make up more than three-quarters of recipients in California’s CalWORKs welfare program, illustrating how economic hardship often affects families across generations.

At the same time, the cost of living in California places many working households in financial distress even when they are employed. Research on the state’s “real cost of living” shows that nearly half of California families with children earn less than what is required to meet basic needs without assistance, highlighting the growing gap between wages and the actual cost of stability.

The Financial Empowerment Series addresses this gap by providing practical financial education, real estate and homeownership knowledge, and connections to trusted financial resources that help families move beyond cycles of financial instability.

Even within a single year of funding, participants receive a complete educational series that produces measurable outcomes including increased financial knowledge, budgeting practices, improved credit awareness, and pathways toward savings and homeownership. Over time, the program will strengthen sustainability through partnerships with financial institutions, housing organizations, and community agencies that contribute expertise, referrals, and in-kind resources. Village Rising will also pursue diversified funding sources including foundation grants, corporate partnerships, and community investments to support future program cycles and expand services to additional families. VR has already identified strong community demand for the Financial Empowerment Series. Fifty participants are confirmed to attend the May 26, 2026 workshop, with more than 50 additional applicants expressing interest in the October 2026 workshop scheduled in Rancho Cordova. This early enrollment reflects the significant need for accessible financial education and homeownership readiness programming among families who often fall outside traditional assistance programs but continue to face financial barriers.

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Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
10/31/2026
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
This semi-annual workshop is held twice per calendar year in May and in October. This event is promoted all year long.

January - March 2026 - During this time, the education workshop is promoted, finance professionals and voulnteers confirmed participant applications are accepted, event sites are booked.

April - May 2026 - This time is dedicated to event preparation, workbooks and supplies are acquired within the budget that was created and approved in October of 2025.

May 26, 2026 - The workshop will take place at the Frequency Coworking event space in Racho Cordova.

June - August 2026 - After Action review is conducted following the completion the work shop to evaluate program effectiveness, participant outcomes, and opportunities for improvement for the October 2026 workshop and 2027 program years.

August 2026 - September 2026 - Prepare for upcoming workshop October 2026 - Second workshop of 2026 will be held in Racho Cordova at the Frequency Coworking event space.

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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?
As with many community-based education programs, the Financial Empowerment Series anticipates several potential challenges during implementation, including participant scheduling conflicts, varying levels of financial literacy, and maintaining consistent engagement throughout the workshop series. Many participants are working families balancing employment, childcare responsibilities, and other obligations, which can impact attendance and completion rates. In addition, financial constraints related to venue and program delivery costs can present operational challenges for nonprofit programs.

To address these challenges, Village Rising will implement several strategies to support participant engagement and program completion.

Workshops will be scheduled at accessible times and locations, including evening and weekend options when possible, to accommodate working families. The program will also offer a flexible workshop structure that allows participants to attend individual sessions if they miss a class, ensuring they can still complete the full series.

Another anticipated challenge is the wide range of financial knowledge among participants. To address this, the curriculum is designed to be accessible to individuals with limited financial literacy while still providing meaningful value to those with more advanced knowledge. Facilitators will incorporate interactive discussions, real-world scenarios, and practical financial tools that participants can immediately apply to their financial situations.

To manage program costs, Village Rising will host workshops at the Frequency Workspace in Rancho Cordova, which provides nonprofit organizations with significantly reduced rental rates compared to traditional hotel conference venues. Utilizing this community-based workspace allows the program to maintain a professional learning environment while ensuring responsible use of grant funds and reducing overall program expenses.

Participant engagement will also be strengthened through partnerships with financial institutions, housing counselors, and community organizations that provide guest speakers and additional resources. These partnerships enhance program credibility while connecting participants with trusted professionals who can support their financial goals beyond the workshop.

Village Rising will monitor program implementation through attendance tracking, participant surveys, and outcome evaluations. This continuous feedback process allows the team to quickly identify barriers and make adjustments to program delivery as needed.

Through these proactive strategies, the Financial Empowerment Series is well positioned to adapt to challenges while maintaining program quality and achieving its intended outcomes of increased financial knowledge, improved financial behaviors, and expanded pathways to homeownership and long-term
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How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
100 families per year
How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
All families living and working in Rancho Cordova are given preference. 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
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, 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 6 at Noon (12:00 p.m.). 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 6 at Noon (12:00 p.m.). 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 the March 6 at Noon (12:00 p.m.). deadline. 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://www.cordovarpd.gov/. CRPD will only consider endorsement for applications submitted to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund by the March 6 at Noon (12:00 p.m.). 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] Sacramento City Unified School District: Tuan[email protected] for Winn and Carver and [email protected] for Lincoln.

Primary street
address of
project/program
3249 Quality Drive
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Racho 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.

The event will only be held in Racho Cordova, Ca for FY 2026 and FY 2027
Third Party Letters of
Support (Note:

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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 2026-2027 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 2026-2027 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 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

Internal Form
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Attachment #1
VR FY 26/27Program Budget
Financial Empowerment Series Event
Semiannual Program Budget (Two Workshops Annually)
Program Delivery: May and October workshop
Participants Served: Approximately 50 per workshop (100 annually) Items Description Cost per
Workshop
Annual
Total
Program Director/
program Oversight
Program and event oversight, partnerships, grant
reporting, surveys, participant tracking, reporting
and outcome analysis. 32,640 annual salary
(17/hr.)
$ $32,640
Workshop Facilitators &
Guest Experts
12-month one-on-one optional family participant
support from 4 financial educators, real estate
professionals, credit counselors for 50
participants per workshop.
$8,000 $16,000
Venue & Technology
Frequency Coworking & Events Space includes
four break-out rooms, a kid’s center,
commencement lounge, executive rooms
(weekend rate)
$2,106 $4,212
Participant Materials Design and creation of participant workshop workbooks, pens and highlighters (estimate) $4,500 $9,000 Marketing &
Community Outreach
Digital marketing, flyers, outreach to community
partners
$1,500 $3,000
Event Photographer
Photographer for event records and future
program promotions - 3 hrs. per event $1,500 $3,000
Volunteer Support
volunteers - Kids center, participant assistance,
staff and guest support. (8 persons)
$25 thank you gift cards
$200 $400
Participants support Light Refreshments $2,000 $4,000
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Attachment #1
VR FY 26/27Program Budget
Items Description Cost per
Workshop
Annual
Total
Grant Writer
(Contractor)
Grant writers will conduct funding research,
develop grant narratives, and assist with
reporting and close out documents (onetime fee
per grant)
$6,000 $6,000
Administrative /
Operating Costs
Insurance, accounting services, gas for local
travel, children finance activities $1,500 $3,000
Total Program Cost (salaried, employee included) $81,252.00

Annual Program Budget: $58,611.44
Total Supply Budget: $42,613.99
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Attachment 2:

VR Volunteer/ In-Kind Donation Contribution
Volunteer / In-Kind Contribution Worksheet
Program: Financial Empowerment Series
Volunteer Value Rate: $34.79 per hour
Volunteer Contributions
Volunteer Contributions
Role Activity Hours Rate Total
Value
1 Financial Professionals
(Banking Partners)
Financial literacy & credit education
workshops 4 $34.79 $139.16
1 Real Estate Professionals Homeownership readiness & real estate education 4 $34.79 $139.16
1 Mortgage / Lending Experts Mortgage readiness & financing education 4 $34.79 $139.16
8 Event Support Volunteers Registration, participant support, event setup 4 $34.79 $1,113.28
Total Volunteer Service Value: $1527.76 * 2 times per year = $3,055.52 Total Leveraged Community Support
Category Total Value
Volunteer Services $3,055.52
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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title UCP's Odyssey Day Program's
Accessible Man Cave!
by Megan Laurie in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
4350 Auburn Boulevard
Sacramento , California
95841
United States
[email protected]
03/12/2026
id. 53470398
Original Submission 03/12/2026
Score n/a
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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 9, 2026, to March 13, 2026, Noon (12:00 p.m.) with a specific deadline of March 6th Noon (12:00 p.m.) for certain applications**. Before you begin, 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 6 Noon (12:00 p.m.) 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 2026. 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.

Yes: 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.

UCP's Odyssey Day Program's Accessible Man Cave!
Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Community Assistance Programs
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
UCP’s Odyssey Adult Day Program, located in Rancho Cordova, gives developmentally disabled adults the chance to increase their independent living skills and reduce their feelings of isolation. Activities include basic instruction in computer skills, practical math and reading, functional living skills, and self-advocacy.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
UCP's Odyssey Man Cave idea started with a few guys, some devices, and tons of laughter. Our participants were sitting around chatting and enjoying each other's company. UCP's Odyssey Program Manager, Chris, overheard the participants talking about sports, fixing cars, fire trucks, and more cars. Then music came up and someone said, "We need a place to hang out." Chris laughed and said, "What, like a man cave?" And in perfect unison, they all shouted, "YES!"
That moment sparked something. Since then, we've been dreaming together -- a space that is theirs! It's more than a room. It is a symbol of what happens when people are heard. When they're given space to imagine, connect, to belong. When you give someone a voice, they start to dream out loud. And here at UCP's Odyssey program, we're working to make those dreams come true. But we need your help.

This project will benefit the Rancho Cordova community, and our Odyssey program participants, by supporting entertainment, youth services, arts and culture. UCP is seeking funding to construct and furnish the "man cave." Items needed include projectors, wall pieces, wall partition, a gaming system and more!
Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Our project team includes the Odyssey Program Manager, Chris Dorsey, Odyssey Program participants, Chief Marketing and Development Officer, Megan Laurie with the support of UCP volunteers.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Goals to build the man cave include the set up and completion of the room.

The room is planned to be furnished with gaming system(s), four to six projectors, computers, curtains, and a new couch. Odyssey will ensure the space is ADA accessible and compliant with all safety standards.

Short term goals include: Increasing independent living and communication skills, building self-advocacy, and improving social interactions within UCP's Odyssey program.

Long term goals include: Tracking the long-term progress of our program participant engagement. Receiving ongoing analysis of participant feedback that will help evaluate the effectiveness of the "man cave" area and ensure continuous quality improvement. Attendance logs tracking participant engagement throughout the program, highlighting consistent participation and potential areas for improvement.

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

Odyssey_Mancave_Wishlist.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 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
6950
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
6950
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?
1200
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What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
750
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
4900
What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
100
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.

UCP_Odyssey_Man_Cave_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.

Potential donors and sponsorships.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

Ongoing costs include the regular maintenance and cleaning of the "man cave."
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
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Please share the
total dollar amount
for volunteer/in-kind
support using $34.79
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
521.85
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.

UCP_Odyssey_Man_Cave_Volunteer_Contribution.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 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
9/30/2026
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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
July 2026- Begin the process of furnishing the Odyssey "man cave" by ordering necessary supplies and equipment. Recruit a project team of volunteers, staff, and program participants to help with the set up and furnishing of the "man cave".

August 2026- Receive supplies and equipment and schedule a "Man Cave Team Building Day" for the assembly and furnishment of the new "man cave."
September 2026- Schedule a ribbon cutting (for mid-September) of the new "Odyssey Man Cave." Invite partners, UCP staff, and media members to the event for light breakfast.

September 2026 and beyond-Track participant feedback and ongoing progress to ensure alignment of both short-term and long-term project goals.

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?
Limited funding and/or budgetary restraints. Our plan to complete the program is to identify additional cost-saving measures, heavily solicit inkind donations, and maintaining open communication amongst our staff and community members.

How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
45 How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
45 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
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
3164 Gold Camp Dr #240 and #250
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)
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 Megan
Laurie
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
UCP of Sacramento and Northern California
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Chief Marketing & Development Officer
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
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.
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Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2026-2027 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 2026-2027 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 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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UCP of Sacramento and Northern California Volunteer Contribution UCP of Sacramento and Northern California
Volunteer Contributions
Odyssey Program – Man Cave Project
UCP is committed to obtaining volunteers within the Rancho Cordova community to bring this amazing project to life. Currently, UCP’s Odyssey program does not have volunteers to help with the construction of the Man Cave. Our volunteer plan is to solicit help from friends and cohorts that reside within the Rancho Cordova area. Various channels to recruit volunteer support include networking, social media groups, and volunteer enlistment platforms (i.e. Idealist).

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How did the man cave idea come about at Odyssey …
It started with a few guys, some devices, and a lot of laughter.

They were hanging out, chatting, and just enjoying each other’s company. A few more joined in—no devices, just conversation. Soon, the room was buzzing. Everyone talking at once, topics bouncing around like a pinball machine.

They called me over to help make sense of it all.

As I listened, I realized what they were really doing: bonding over “guy stuff.” Cars. Food. Sports.

Fast cars. Fixing cars. Fire trucks. More cars.

Then came the debate—what’s the best sport to watch? Who are the best teams? (Spoiler: the Kings and Giants were clear favorites.)
Then music came up. Then someone said, “We need a place to hang out.” I laughed and asked, “What, like a man cave?”
And in perfect unison, they all shouted, “YES!”
That moment sparked something.

Since then, we’ve been dreaming together—a space that’s theirs.

Two TVs—one for sports, one for racing. Big, comfy chairs. Cool posters on the walls. Maybe even some video games.

It’s more than a room. It’s a symbol of what happens when people are heard. When they’re given space to imagine, to connect, to belong. When you give someone a voice, they start to dream out loud.

And here at UCP, we’re working to make those dreams come true. - Chris Dorsey, UCP Odyssey Program Manager
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Odyssey Adult Day Program
About UCP:

The mission of UCP of Sacramento and Northern California is to provide programs and services that improve the independence, productivity, and quality of life for people with developmental disabilities and their families. UCP provides over 3,100 individuals throughout the Greater Sacramento Region through four program departments:

Transportation, Adult Growth and Independent Living, Family Respite Care, and Recreation.

About Odyssey:

UCP’s Odyssey Adult Day Program gives developmentally disabled adults the chance to increase their independent living skills and reduce their feelings of isolation.

Activities include basic instruction in computer skills, practical math and reading, functional living skills, and self-advocacy.

Location: 3164 Gold Camp Dr Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670
Top Two “Man Cave” Wish List Items:
• Finish the “mancave”
• Set up a virtual reality (VR room)
Odyssey Wish List Items:
• Gaming system(s)
• Four to six projectors
• Computers compatible with projectors
• Two (75-foot) surge protectors with long cords included • Theater curtains (fireproof)
• Metal corrugated wall pieces and trim for wainscot (wall partition) Volunteer Opportunities:

Group activities – salon day, reading, park adventures and more Help with completing the new “man cave” and VR Room
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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title United Way California Capital
Region Rancho Cordova
SparkPoint
by Edward King in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
Sacramento, California
95827
United States
[email protected]
03/06/2026
id. 53410897
Original Submission 03/06/2026
Score n/a
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No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

United Way California Capital Region Rancho Cordova SparkPoint Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Community Assistance Programs
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The Rancho Cordova SparkPoint Program will provide campus-based financial coaching, workforce support, and resource navigation for parents of local students. By helping families stabilize finances, increase income, reduce debt, and build savings, the program strengthens household stability, improves student outcomes, and enhances long-term economic mobility for Rancho Cordova families.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Rancho Cordova SparkPoint Program will establish a campus-based financial capability and family stabilization initiative designed to support parents and caregivers of students attending schools in the Rancho Cordova area. Located directly on school campuses, the program will provide accessible, integrated financial coaching, workforce support, and resource navigation services that strengthen household financial stability and improve long-term economic mobility for Rancho Cordova families. By situating services within trusted school environments, the program reduces barriers to participation, increases civic engagement with local institutions, and strengthens the connection between family stability, student success, and overall community well-being.

The program responds to growing financial pressures affecting many Rancho Cordova households. Rising housing costs, transportation expenses, and the increasing cost of living across the Sacramento region continue to place strain on working families. Median rents in the region approach $1,800 per month, and many households spend a significant share of their income on housing, leaving limited resources for savings or unexpected expenses. The city’s median household income is approximately $89,000, many individual earners make substantially less and rely on multiple incomes to maintain stability. Approximately 11 percent of residents live below the poverty line, and many more experience financial precarity due to fluctuating wages, limited savings, and barriers to accessing safe and affordable financial services.

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financial instability can directly affect housing stability, food security, and their ability to support their children’s educational success. Research consistently shows that financial stress within households can negatively impact student attendance, concentration, and academic outcomes.

The Rancho Cordova SparkPoint Program addresses these challenges by providing a coordinated set of services designed to stabilize household finances while building long-term financial resilience. The program is rooted in the nationally recognized Working Families Success model, which integrates financial coaching, employment advancement, income supports, and access to essential services within a coordinated service framework.

Financial coaching will support families creating practical household budgets, reducing non-mortgage debt, building emergency savings, and improving credit. Coaches will also guide participants in identifying safe, low-cost banking products and savings tools that reduce reliance on highcost financial services such as payday lenders or check-cashing services.

Through consistent coaching sessions, families will track progress toward measurable financial goals while building the skills necessary to sustain those gains over time.

Workforce development is another key component of the program. Many parents in the target communities experience underemployment or limited access to structured career advancement opportunities. The program will provide employment support services including resume development, job search assistance, digital literacy support, and connections to regional workforce development partners. Participants will receive assistance developing professional resumes and LinkedIn profiles, strengthening their competitiveness in the labor market and supporting long-term income growth.

In addition to financial coaching and employment services, the program will provide resource navigation to address immediate household stabilization needs. Staff will assist families in connecting with public benefits, food assistance programs, housing stabilization resources, and other community services that relieve financial pressure and allow families to redirect income toward savings and debt reduction. Housing navigation services will help families facing rental instability connect with local assistance programs and financial planning strategies that prioritize housing security.

Delivering services directly on school campuses is a central feature of the program’s design and a key strategy for increasing access and participation. Schools serve as trusted community institutions and natural gathering points for families. By locating services within the school environment, the program reduces transportation barriers, minimizes stigma associated with seeking financial assistance, and increases opportunities for engagement during parent meetings, school events, and community gatherings. This approach promotes civic engagement by strengthening partnerships between families, schools, and community organizations working to support student success.

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have consistent housing, improved nutrition, and reduced exposure to financial stress in the home. These factors contribute to improved school attendance, stronger academic performance, and healthier socialemotional development.

The Rancho Cordova SparkPoint Program will be implemented in collaboration with local schools and community partners, leveraging existing community resources and strengthening coordination among organizations that support families. This collaborative approach allows the program to maximize community impact while ensuring families can access multiple services through a single trusted entry point.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
The program will be delivered by a dedicated team consisting of two fulltime coaches providing direct services to families. Coaches conduct financial assessments, develop individualized financial action plans, provide ongoing coaching, and connect families to employment opportunities, public benefits, and community resources.

A Program Manager responsible for oversight of program operations, partnership coordination with school sites, performance monitoring, and outcome tracking.

The program will be overseen by Kirt Lewis, a seasoned leader in financial empowerment with prior experience helping build income-improvement strategies through the Sacramento Financial Empowerment Center. His experience will guide program strategy and ensure effective implementation.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Our program will serve more than 400 low-income households within the focus area and is designed to produce measurable financial stabilization and resilience outcomes.

Outputs:

Through structured coaching and integrated service delivery, at least 70% of participants will achieve three or more individualized service milestones aligned with their financial goals. All participants (100%) will complete a household budget to establish a clear understanding of income, expenses, and debt obligations. Participants will engage in a minimum of three coaching sessions to ensure sufficient support, accountability, and progress toward stabilization goals.

Outcomes:

As a result of these interventions, participating households will demonstrate measurable improvements in financial stability.
- 70% will complete a financial literacy workshop series, with 60% demonstrating improved financial knowledge as measured through pre- and post-assessments.
- 70% will develop a written financial action plan outlining concrete steps toward debt reduction, savings growth, and income stabilization.

Financial resilience indicators will include a greater. - 10% increase in emergency savings for participating households - 10% reduction in non-mortgage debt.
- 60% of participants will open or maintain a safe, low-cost savings account to reduce reliance on high-cost financial products - 35% will build at least $500 in emergency savings to strengthen their ability to withstand unexpected financial shocks.

To support income growth and employment readiness.
- 50% of participants will complete a professional resume and develop a LinkedIn profile, strengthening their competitiveness in the labor market.

Together, these outputs and outcomes reflect a coordinated approach that moves households beyond short-term crisis management toward measurable, sustained financial resilience.

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Optional File Upload:

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

Total project/program
cost*
1104250
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
1104250
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?
372086
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
6600
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
3480
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
2400
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What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
719684
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. 20260306_-_Budget_Draft_-_Rancho_Cordova_Sparkpoint_-_V2.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 are submitting for federally directed funds that can support half of the associated program costs. At this time the full request is being made from CEIF, but budget adjustments would be made if federal resources become available.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

Through our resource development work we would work to sustain program activities, including incoporating into broader service offerings through UWCCR that may be eligible to fee revenues.

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

FY26-27 - $553,325
FY 27-28 - $550,925
For
projects/programs
that span multiple
years, please
describe your
sustainability plan
and whether it is
viable as a single
year request.

The program is viable as a single year program; however, the service numbers and budget would need to be adjusted accordingly. Should funding be for a single year, we would continue to seek the additional federal resources, and other supports to address long-term sustainability of the services.

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 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2028
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Phase 1: Program Startup & Infrastructure
July – August 2026 (Months 1–2)
Key Activities
Program infrastructure and partnership setup to ensure services can begin smoothly.

Operational Setup
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· Furnish and equip SparkPoint office and counseling spaces · Install secure data tracking systems and intake forms Staffing
· Hire and onboard:
· Financial Coach
· Staff training in:
· Financial coaching methodology
· case management systems
· trauma-informed service delivery
Partnership Development
· Formalize referral partnerships with:
· School administrators and family resource centers
· Workforce development providers
· Financial institutions
· housing stabilization programs
Community Outreach Preparation
· Develop outreach materials
· Parent orientation session planning
· Schedule school-based outreach events
Outputs
· Program infrastructure operational
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· Staff fully trained
· Outreach materials completed
· Referral network established
Phase 2: Program Launch & Initial Enrollment
September – December 2026 (Months 3–6)
Key Activities
Program Launch
· Begin SparkPoint services on participating school campus(es) · Conduct parent outreach through:
· school newsletters
· back-to-school events
· parent-teacher meetings
· community partner referrals
Service Delivery
Participants begin receiving integrated services:

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· Financial coaching
· employment and career support
· benefits navigation
· credit building
· savings strategies
· resource coordination
Case Management
Participants complete:
· financial capability assessment
· goal setting and stabilization plan
· individualized coaching sessions
Target Enrollment
· 100 participants enrolled by December 2026
Outputs
· Monthly financial coaching sessions
· Workforce readiness workshops
· Resource navigation services
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Phase 3: Full Program Implementation
January – June 2027 (Months 7–12)
Key Activities
Program Expansion
· Increase outreach across additional schools or community referral partners
· Deliver group workshops:
· budgeting
· debt reduction
· credit repair
· career advancement
Family Stabilization Services
· Housing resource navigation
· emergency resource referrals
· employment advancement planning
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Participant Engagement
· Ongoing case management
· financial goal tracking
· credit monitoring
Target Enrollment
· 200 cumulative participants served
Evaluation & Reporting
· Internal progress review
· Mid-year CEIF reporting
Phase 4: Program Year 2 Expansion
July – December 2027 (Months 13–18)
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Key Activities
Service Continuation
· Continue financial coaching cycles
· Expand outreach to additional school communities if capacity allows Advanced Financial Coaching
Participants focus on:
· debt reduction
· credit score improvement
· savings accumulation
· long-term financial planning
Workforce Advancement
· career coaching
· job placement support
· wage growth strategies
Target Enrollment
· 300 cumulative participants served
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Community Engagement
· Host family financial empowerment events
· Collaborate with schools on parent engagement activities Phase 5: Program Completion & Sustainability
January – June 2028 (Months 19–24)
Key Activities
Final Participant Cohort
· Enroll and serve final group of families
· Ensure all participants complete financial action plans Outcome Measurement
Track program metrics such as:

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· increased household savings
· improved credit scores
· employment gains
· reduced financial stress
Target Enrollment
· 400 cumulative participants served
Evaluation
· Conduct program impact analysis
· Collect participant success stories
· Prepare final CEIF outcomes report
Sustainability Planning
· Identify additional funding sources
· Strengthen partnerships with school districts and community partners · Develop long-term service model
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?
There are no implmentation challenges, but we are seeking additional funding through federal appropriations, which may be difficult. We will continue to look at braided funding models that would allow the standing up and continued operations of this service.

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How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
400
How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
400
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
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

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

Sactamento
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.

Pending school site approvale
Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) printuserfcusd.org_20260305_140455.pdf
Does your
project/program
involve one of
Rancho Cordova's
school districts?
Yes
Is the
project/program
requesting facility
use only or is this a
request to partner
with the school
district?
Partner with school on project/program
Please select all the
school districts which
your project/program
intends to involve:

Folsom Cordova USD
Please select one or
more of the Folsom
Cordova Unified
School District
school facilities
which your
project/program will
involve:

Other (Please explain in your project/program description) Have you reached
out to a contact at
the school(s) you
indicated above?
Yes
Please provide the
names of your
contacts at the
school(s) or
district(s) who are
familiar with your
project/program.

Channa Pitt
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Does your
project/program
involve the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
No
5 - Applicant Information
Name Edward
King
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
United Way California Capital Region
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Chief Program Officer
Provide contact
phone number:

Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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?
Dawnte
Early
What is the title of
this individual?
President and CEO
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What is the best
phone number where
we could contact the
signatory?
What is the best
email address to
contact the
signatory?
[email protected]
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 2026-2027 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 2026-2027 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 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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Staffing Projected CEIF Other Funders IN-Kind Notes
Coaching Staff $ 320,736.00 $ 320,736.00 $ - $ - Direct program staff with partipant interface Program Manager $ 51,350.00 $ 51,350.00 $ - Program administration provided by UWCCR Total Staffing $ 372,086.00 $ 372,086.00 $ - $ -
$ -
SUPPLIES $ -
Program Supplies $ 6,600.00 $ 6,600.00 $ - $ - Office supplies and related materials Total Supplies $ 6,600.00 $ 6,600.00 $ - $ -
$ -
Transportation $ -
Mileage $ 3,480.00 $ 3,480.00 $ -
100 miles per month per staff @ $0.725 per mile
for 2 years.

Total Transportation $ 3,480.00 $ 3,480.00 $ - $ -
Equipment $ -
Computers $ 2,400.00 $ 2,400.00 $ -
Printed materials for distribution at outreach
events
Total Equipment $ 2,400.00 $ 2,400.00 $ - $ -
Miscellaneous $ -
Staff Training $ 8,000.00 $ 8,000.00 $ -
Esnures maintenance of current in field processes
related to services.

Communications $ 7,680.00 $ 7,680.00 $ -
Costs of internet and phone use pertinent to
program needs
Database Fees $ 3,400.00 $ 3,400.00 Mainteance of client related database Supportive Services $ 600,000.00 $ 600,000.00 $ - $ -
Capstone of $1500 provided to partipant at completion
of program
Pooled Admistrative Services $ 100,604.00 $ 100,604.00 $ - $ - Backend resources for fiscal, HR, and Executive staffing not direclty allocated to program but needed for
support of program operations.

Total Miscellaneous $ 719,684.00 $ 719,684.00 $ - $ -
TOTAL COSTS $ 1,104,250.00 $ 1,104,250.00 $ - $ -
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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title Capital Compassion: Food
Recovery Innovation Hub
by Lisa Berry in Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Community
Enhancement & Investment Fund Grant
Application
10173 Croydon Way
Suite 4
Sacramento, California
95827
United States
[email protected]
03/12/2026
id. 53474367
Original Submission 03/12/2026
Score n/a
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Yes: First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Capital Compassion: Food Recovery Innovation Hub
Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Community Assistance Programs
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The Capital Compassion Food Recovery Innovation Hub is a centralized infrastructure and logistics system designed to recover, repurpose, and redistribute surplus edible food through strategic partnerships and door-todoor delivery. The Hub integrates warehouse operations, cold-chain storage, workforce development, and mobile food access to expand community-level food security.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Capital Compassion is a nonprofit serving Rancho Cordova residents through programs addressing food insecurity, homelessness, and barriers to stability. Working with local food providers, volunteers, and community partners, Capital Compassion connects resources with residents who need them most. Through the Food Recovery Innovation Hub, Capital Compassion is expanding a locally focused program that benefits Rancho Cordova residents while supporting the City’s goals of improving community well-being and reducing food waste.

The Capital Compassion Food Recovery Innovation Hub builds on this work by transforming surplus food into nutritious meals and groceries for vulnerable residents, particularly seniors facing transportation and healthrelated barriers.

Recover. Repurpose. Deliver to Rancho Cordova seniors.

The project operates entirely within Rancho Cordova with a clear goal:
ensuring good food reaches people who need it. Capital Compassion recovers surplus food, repurposes it into usable portions, and delivers it directly to seniors through the Mobile Food Pantry. What makes this model different is that Capital Compassion transforms bulk surplus food into ready-to-use meals delivered directly to seniors who cannot easily access traditional distribution sites.

Food recovery programs sit at the intersection of waste reduction and hunger relief. California defines food recovery as collecting edible food destined for waste and redistributing it to feed people, while SB 1383 sets a goal of recovering at least 20 percent of edible food sent to landfill. The Capital Compassion Food Recovery Innovation Hub supports this effort locally by building infrastructure to safely recover, store, repurpose, and ITEM 19.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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distribute edible food within Rancho Cordova.

Through partnerships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 edible food generators, Capital Compassion recovers high-quality prepared and perishable foods that would otherwise go to waste. This food is redirected from grocery stores, restaurants, and other providers into the community where it provides immediate benefit. Recovered food is transported in temperature-controlled vehicles and stored in cold storage meeting Sacramento County Environmental Health standards, with protocols ensuring safe handling.

A distinguishing feature of the Innovation Hub is its micro-kitchen and cold storage repurposing operation. Many food recovery programs distribute food as received, but bulk food is not always practical for every household.

Large trays of prepared meals or bulk ingredients can be difficult for older adults or individuals with limited kitchen capacity to prepare safely.

Capital Compassion addresses this challenge by repurposing recovered food into individual portions suitable for household use. Bulk food is divided into ready-to-use servings seniors can easily store, heat, and consume.

Instead of receiving food difficult to prepare, residents receive meals and groceries that fit their daily lives, improving equitable access to nutritious food for residents facing mobility and transportation barriers.

The Mobile Food Pantry is the primary way food reaches the community.

Rather than requiring seniors to travel to a distribution site, Capital Compassion provides door-to-door delivery to Rancho Cordova residents age 65 and older who face health-related transportation barriers. Deliveries occur Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Each household typically receives five prepared meals, at no cost.

By bringing food directly to the home, the program removes transportation barriers and ensures seniors who are homebound or managing health challenges can access nutritious meals with dignity and independence.

The Innovation Hub also incorporates inclusive workforce participation through Capital Compassion’s CARES Workforce Program. Adults with special needs assist with warehouse operations, sorting, packaging, and logistics while gaining meaningful experience.

Capital Compassion works with local service networks, including referral partners such as 211 Sacramento, to ensure seniors experiencing food insecurity and transportation barriers are connected to the Mobile Food Pantry program.

Focusing the program exclusively within Rancho Cordova ensures City investment directly benefits Rancho Cordova residents while allowing Capital Compassion to track outcomes such as households served, pounds of food recovered, and meals delivered to seniors.

City investment will strengthen Capital Compassion’s ability to safely store, repurpose, and deliver recovered food within Rancho Cordova. With expanded capacity, the program expects to recover more than 35,000 pounds of edible food annually and deliver nutritious meals and groceries to approximately 120–150 households, primarily seniors facing transportation ITEM 19.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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barriers.

The program will continue growing through food recovery partnerships, volunteers, and community support beyond the grant period.

Through careful stewardship of resources and strong community partnerships, this approach builds a sustainable local system that reduces food waste while strengthening food security and equitable food access for Rancho Cordova residents with measurable community outcomes. The Food Recovery Innovation Hub helps Rancho Cordova seniors maintain dignity, stability, and independence while turning surplus food into reliable nutrition that strengthens community well-being and quality of life.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Capital Compassion’s team combines professional leadership, dedicated volunteers, and community partners committed to serving Rancho Cordova residents. Lisa Berry, Director of Development, oversees fundraising, partnerships, and strategic program support. Crystal Molnar, Director of Operations, manages daily program implementation and operational coordination. Jamie Henderson, Logistics Coordinator, supports food recovery transportation and delivery operations for the Mobile Food Pantry. Theresa Holloway serves as a kitchen volunteer assisting with meal preparation and food repurposing. Pat Solvo volunteers with the CARES Workforce Program, helping support inclusive workforce participation while strengthening the organization’s ability to serve vulnerable residents with dignity and care.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
The Capital Compassion Food Recovery Innovation Hub expands access to nutritious food for Rancho Cordova residents while reducing edible food waste. The program recovers surplus food from local partners, safely repurposes it into practical meal portions, and delivers it directly to seniors who face transportation and health-related barriers.

Through this coordinated effort, Capital Compassion will provide approximately 26,000 nutritious meals annually to 100 homebound Rancho Cordova seniors, helping stabilize health, reduce emergency food crises, and support seniors in living safely and independently at home.

Capital Compassion will pursue three primary goals:
• Increase recovery of edible food from local Tier 1 and Tier 2 food generators
• Repurpose recovered food into safe, practical household meal portions • Deliver nutritious meals and groceries directly to Rancho Cordova seniors through the Mobile Food Pantry
By focusing services exclusively within Rancho Cordova, the program ensures City investment directly benefits local residents while addressing food insecurity and social isolation among vulnerable seniors.

Program progress will be measured through clear operational metrics, including:
• Pounds of edible food recovered from partner food generators • Number of meals repurposed through the micro-kitchen
• Number of Rancho Cordova households served
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• Frequency of weekly delivery routes
• Volunteer participation hours
• CARES Workforce Program participation
With expanded capacity, the program anticipates the following annual outcomes:
• More than 35,000 pounds of edible food recovered
• Approximately 1500 - 2000 meals prepared each month
• 26,000 nutritious meals delivered annually
• Regular service to approximately 100–150 Rancho Cordova households Capital Compassion maintains strong operational oversight through food recovery logs, meal preparation records, and delivery tracking that document the source, use, and distribution of recovered food. These records allow the leadership team to monitor performance, adjust delivery routes or volunteer assignments as needed, and maintain consistent service.

Through partnerships with local food providers, volunteers, and community organizations, the program multiplies the impact of City funding by leveraging donated food and volunteer service. Because much of the food distributed is recovered, the program delivers significant community benefit while maximizing the efficiency of public investment.

By recovering surplus food, repurposing it into usable meals, and delivering it directly to seniors, Capital Compassion transforms excess food into reliable nutrition for Rancho Cordova residents who need it most while strengthening the local food recovery system and improving community well-being.

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

CEIF_Grant_Supporting_Docs.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 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
139386.94
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What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
38158.22
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?
11840.44
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
10913.82
What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
403.90
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.

Capital_Compassion_CEIF_Budget_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.

Capital Compassion actively pursues multiple funding sources to support and expand the Food Recovery Innovation Hub and Mobile Food Pantry program. In addition to the City of Rancho Cordova’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund request, Capital Compassion has submitted an application to the California Food Assistance Program Expansion Grant (CFAA) through the California Department of Social Services. The CFAA program supports organizations working to expand food access and strengthen food distribution systems for communities experiencing food insecurity.

The CFAA application focuses on expanding food recovery, transportation capacity, and the infrastructure needed to safely store and distribute recovered food. If awarded, this funding would complement the CEIF investment by strengthening the operational capacity of the Food Recovery Innovation Hub and increasing the amount of food that can be recovered, repurposed, and delivered to Rancho Cordova residents.

In addition to grant funding, Capital Compassion leverages significant inkind support through donated food from local grocery stores, restaurants, and other food providers participating in the edible food recovery network.

Volunteer participation also plays an important role in supporting warehouse operations, food sorting, meal packaging, and delivery logistics.

These partnerships allow the organization to extend the reach of the program while maintaining efficient use of available resources.

Capital Compassion’s recently established Tier 2 edible food recovery partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova further strengthens the program by expanding opportunities to recover surplus food from local businesses and redirect it into the community where it can provide immediate benefit.

By combining public funding, community partnerships, donated food, and volunteer support, Capital Compassion multiplies the impact of each funding source while maintaining a cost-effective and sustainable program model. This diversified funding strategy ensures that the Food Recovery Innovation Hub can continue growing and serving Rancho Cordova residents while maximizing the value of City investment.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

The Capital Compassion Food Recovery Innovation Hub is designed to operate with modest ongoing costs by leveraging donated food, volunteer participation, and existing operational infrastructure. Because the majority of food distributed through the program is recovered from local food providers, the primary long-term expenses relate to transportation, foodsafe storage, packaging materials, fuel, and basic program coordination.

Capital Compassion will continue supporting these operational costs through a diversified funding strategy that includes foundation grants, community donations, and public funding opportunities that support food recovery and food security initiatives. The organization will also continue pursuing partnerships with local businesses and food providers participating in Tier 1 and Tier 2 edible food recovery programs, ensuring a steady supply of recoverable food without increasing program costs.

Volunteer participation and community partnerships play a key role in sustaining the program. Volunteers assist with food sorting, packaging, and delivery preparation, while community partners help identify residents who may benefit from services. These collaborations allow the organization to operate efficiently while maximizing available resources.

The program also benefits from Capital Compassion’s existing facility, cold storage capacity, and established operational systems. Because the Food Recovery Innovation Hub builds on this existing infrastructure, the program does not require significant new capital investment beyond the grant period. Instead, the model is designed to scale gradually as additional food recovery partnerships develop within Rancho Cordova.

Capital Compassion’s partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova through the Tier 2 edible food recovery network further strengthens the long-term sustainability of the program by expanding opportunities to recover surplus food generated within the community and redirect it to residents experiencing food insecurity.

Through diversified funding, responsible program management, and strong community partnerships, Capital Compassion is well positioned to sustain and grow the Food Recovery Innovation Hub beyond the 2026–2027 grant period. Because the program relies heavily on recovered food, donated resources, and volunteer support, the Food Recovery Innovation Hub multiplies the value of every funding dollar while continuing to deliver reliable nutrition to Rancho Cordova residents who need it most.

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
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Please share the
total dollar amount
for volunteer/in-kind
support using $34.79
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
68745.04
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.
capital_compassion_volunteer_leverage.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 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
The Capital Compassion Food Recovery Innovation Hub is an operational program designed to expand food recovery, safe repurposing, and direct home delivery of nutritious meals to Rancho Cordova seniors. The program officially launched on March 2, 2026, and CEIF funding will allow Capital Compassion to expand program capacity and serve additional Rancho Cordova residents. Activities will take place throughout the City of Rancho Cordova fiscal year from July 1 through June 30, ensuring consistent service delivery and measurable community impact.

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redistributed to residents experiencing food insecurity. By expanding food recovery within the city, Capital Compassion is able to serve more households while ensuring that edible food generated locally benefits the Rancho Cordova community.

July – August | Program Coordination and Capacity Expansion At the start of the fiscal year, Capital Compassion will strengthen coordination with Tier 1 and Tier 2 edible food generators to increase the amount of surplus food recovered within Rancho Cordova. The recently established Tier 2 recovery partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova will expand opportunities to recover food from local businesses and food providers. Operational schedules for food collection, transportation, cold storage, and micro-kitchen meal repurposing will be confirmed to support expanded service. During this phase, the organization will also continue coordination with referral partners such as 211 Sacramento to identify Rancho Cordova seniors who qualify for the Mobile Food Pantry program.

September – October | Expanded Food Recovery and Meal Repurposing Recovered food from grocery stores, restaurants, and other food providers will be transported to the Capital Compassion facility for intake, storage, and safe repurposing. Surplus food will be sorted and evaluated according to established food safety procedures before being repurposed into individual meal portions suitable for household use. The micro-kitchen will convert bulk food into ready-to-use meals that seniors can easily store, heat, and consume. As additional Tier 2 food recovery partnerships develop within Rancho Cordova, the program will redirect even more edible food into the community where it can provide immediate benefit.

November – April | Mobile Food Pantry Delivery and Ongoing Operations During the majority of the fiscal year, the Mobile Food Pantry will provide scheduled door-to-door delivery of meals and groceries to Rancho Cordova seniors age 65 and older who face health-related transportation barriers. Deliveries occur weekly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Each participating household typically receives five prepared meals at a time along with additional groceries when available. Through this coordinated system, Rancho Cordova businesses contribute surplus food, Capital Compassion safely repurposes it, and residents experiencing food insecurity receive nutritious meals delivered directly to their homes.

May – June | Program Evaluation, Reporting, and Continued Service During the final months of the fiscal year, Capital Compassion will review program performance while continuing regular food recovery and delivery services. Program data—including pounds of food recovered, meals repurposed, delivery routes completed, and households served—will be evaluated to measure progress toward program goals and demonstrate the community impact of the program. This evaluation process will guide program improvements and support continued growth of the Food Recovery Innovation Hub.

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barriers. The program creates a complete local food loop within Rancho Cordova—where businesses contribute surplus food, community partners support recovery, and residents experiencing food insecurity receive nutritious meals. In this way, Capital Compassion serves as the conduit between a community need and a practical solution, connecting local resources with residents who need them most while strengthening Rancho Cordova’s food recovery system. Because much of the food distributed through the program is recovered and donated, the Food Recovery Innovation Hub multiplies the value of City investment by converting existing community resources into nutritious meals for residents in need.

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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?
As with any community-based food recovery and distribution program, several operational challenges may arise as the Capital Compassion Food Recovery Innovation Hub continues to grow. Capital Compassion has designed the program with flexible systems, established food safety procedures, and strong community partnerships to ensure these challenges can be effectively managed without disrupting service to Rancho Cordova residents.

One potential challenge is variability in the amount and type of food recovered from Tier 1 and Tier 2 edible food generators. Because recovered food depends on daily surplus from grocery stores, restaurants, and other food providers, quantities may fluctuate. Capital Compassion addresses this by maintaining relationships with multiple food recovery partners throughout Rancho Cordova, allowing the organization to balance supply across several sources. The recently established Tier 2 recovery partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova will further strengthen the local food recovery network and expand opportunities to recover edible food from additional local businesses.

Another potential challenge is ensuring that recovered food can be safely repurposed and distributed within established food safety guidelines.

Capital Compassion follows Sacramento County Environmental Health standards for food recovery and distribution, including temperaturecontrolled transportation, cold storage, and clearly defined intake and repurposing procedures. These safeguards ensure that all recovered food is handled responsibly and remains safe for community distribution.

Transportation and delivery logistics can also present challenges when serving seniors who are homebound or experiencing health-related mobility limitations. The Mobile Food Pantry addresses this by operating on a consistent weekly delivery schedule, allowing staff and volunteers to plan efficient routes and maintain reliable service. The program also benefits from volunteer support and coordinated logistics to ensure meals reach residents on a regular and dependable basis.

Identifying seniors who qualify for the program and may benefit from home delivery can also present challenges, as many individuals experiencing food insecurity may not be connected to traditional food assistance programs. Capital Compassion works closely with community referral partners, including 211 Sacramento and other local service providers, to identify Rancho Cordova residents who face transportation barriers and may benefit from the Mobile Food Pantry.

Capital Compassion regularly reviews program operations, recovery partnerships, and delivery schedules to ensure the program continues to operate efficiently and respond to community needs. Through strong partnerships, clear procedures, and consistent program oversight, the organization has built a resilient service model capable of adapting to changing conditions while continuing to deliver reliable nutrition to Rancho Cordova residents.

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How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
125
How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
125
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
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
10173 Croydon Way Suite 4
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Rancho 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.

N/A
Third Party Letters of Support (Note: Combine multiple files in one pdf before uploading) Group_LOS.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 Lisa
Berry
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Capital Compassion
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Director of Business Development
Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:

[email protected]
Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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Internal Form
Score n/a
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Capital Compassion Volunteer Leverage Calculation
Volunteer Rate Used: $34.79/hour (Independent Sector National Volunteer Value) Volunteer Schedule Weekly Hours Weekly Value ($)
Theresa Halloway Mon–Thu 8:30–12:00 14 487.06
Pat Solvo Tue–Thu 9:00–12:00 9 313.11
CARES Workforce Team (5 participants)Wed 9:00–12:00 15 521.85 TOTAL 38 1,322.02
Volunteer Value Summary
Period Hours Dollar Value ($)
Weekly 38 1,322.02
Monthly (avg) 164.5 5,724.35
Annual 1976 68,745.04
Program Narrative
Capital Compassion leverages volunteer engagement to significantly expand the impact of its food recovery and community nutrition programs. Using the Independent Sector national volunteer rate of $34.79 per hour, the organization’s volunteers contribute meaningful operational capacity each week.

Theresa Halloway and Pat Solvo provide consistent weekly support in food recovery, sorting, and distribution activities. In addition, the CARES Workforce Development participants contribute structured weekly service hours that support the repurposing and distribution of recovered food. Together, these volunteer hours help increase the amount of edible food recovered, safely repurposed, and distributed to Rancho Cordova residents, including seniors receiving home-delivered groceries and unhoused neighbors served through the Respite Center. This volunteer leverage allows Capital Compassion to maximize grant investments while expanding community benefit through workforce participation, food recovery, and direct service.

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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title Healthy Food Access for LowIncome Families at the Rancho Cordova Certified Farmers'
Market
by Samuel Greenlee in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
2901 K St
Suite 302
Sacramento, California
95816
CA
United States
[email protected]
03/13/2026
id. 53477088
Original Submission 03/13/2026
Score n/a
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No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Healthy Food Access for Low-Income Families at the Rancho Cordova Certified Farmers' Market
Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Community Assistance Programs
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
This program provides low-income, food-insecure Rancho Cordova residents who depend on CalFresh/EBT to use their benefits at the Rancho Cordova Certified Farmers' Market and earn nutrition incentives that double their spending power on fresh fruits and vegetables grown by local farms.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Rancho Cordova Certified Farmers' Market (RCCFM) has served the City of Rancho Cordova since 2010, and Alchemist CDC has provided CalFresh access and Market Match nutrition incentives at the market for most of that time.

We operate a CalFresh booth at the market where CalFresh customers can swipe their EBT card and choose how much they want to take from their account. If they want $20 to spend at the market, those $20 are debited from their EBT account and turned into $20 worth of market vouchers, which can be spent just like cash on groceries and vegetable seedlings with any eligible vendor who participates in the program.

Additionally, CalFresh/EBT customers can also receive incentives of up to $15 per market, per card, to spend on fresh fruits and vegetables. This program delivers several important benefits:

1. It increases the purchasing power of the most vulnerable Rancho Cordova families, who depend on CalFresh benefits to put food on the table.

2. It incentivizes those families to buy and eat more locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables. This dietary change promotes public health through improved nutrition.

3. By providing equitable access to high-quality, just-picked fruits and vegetables, families experience better tasting produce that can win picky-eater children over to cultivate a lifelong habit of healthy eating.

4. The CalFresh and Market Match dollars go directly into the pockets of smaller local farms, sustaining local agriculture businesses and stimulating the local economy. A UC Davis study found that every dollar spent at a farmers' market generates $1.86 in local economic activity. With the added multiplier of the Market Match incentive, this means every dollar spent at the RCCFM generates $3.72 in local activity.

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5. Attracting more CalFresh household spending to the farmers' market helps the market to retain more vendors, keeping the market vibrant with a wide range of offerings for all Rancho Cordova households.

6. The Rancho Cordova Certified Farmers' Market has proven itself to be an important incubator for additional small businesses based in Rancho Cordova, and a thriving market supports those businesses and the local tax base.

7. Farmers' markets are not just places for food access and economic development. They also help build and strengthen communities.

Academic research has demonstrated that customers who shop at farmers' markets experience an average of 15 to 20 social interactions per trip, compared to 1-2 for a trip to the grocery store. This is important as the US faces an epidemic of loneliness. It is especially important for senior customers, as the routine social and physical engagement of a farmers' market trip can help prevent cognitive and physical decline. The formation of "weak social ties" across broad, diverse groups of people at a farmers' market also promotes civicmindedness and social mobility.

In 2025, Alchemist CDC distributed $36,340 in CalFresh/EBT benefits and $29,786 in Market Match incentives at the Rancho Cordova Certified Farmers' Market, across 2,096 unique customer transactions. This represents a 31% increase compared to 2024 and a 359% increase compared to 2020! If CalFresh/Market Match participation plateaued at this level, every dollar requested here from the City of Rancho Cordova would lead to $1.13 in nutrition incentives that would otherwise never reach Rancho Cordova residents. This Return on Investment is remarkable, and does not take into account the many other benefits or the fact that the program's usage continues to grow year over year.

Given the long-standing nature of this program, reviewers may ask why Alchemist is seeking this programmatic funding for the first time from the City of Rancho Cordova. To answer this clearly:

1. The program has always had significant staffing costs, but Alchemist CDC has effectively subsidized the service for more than a decade through a combination of funding sources including state, county, and private grants.

2. Changes in the funding environment have led to the reduction and loss of some past funding sources, leaving a larger gap to be filled.

3. As the program has grown in popularity, the staffing demands have increased alongside other inflationary pressures.

4. In conversations with private funder, there is a clear and growing perception that this program functions as a sort of safety net and should be funded consistently via government funding.

In sum, as the program's impact has grown, costs have increased while funding sources have decreased. In order to sustain this essential program that delivers a positive Return on Investment for the City of Rancho Cordova, we need the City's financial support for the costs specific to the Rancho Cordova Certified Farmers' Market.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Alchemist CDC has provided CalFresh/EBT access at farmers' markets since 2011. On the ground at the market, dedicated paid program associates operate the CalFresh/Market Match program at the RCCFM.

The program has been managed by Alma Wilcox since 2023, and is under the direction of Joe Robustelli, our Food Access Director with decades of nonprofit management and executive experience. Our Chief Compliance Officer, Davida Douglas, was among the first in California to launch CalFresh at Farmers' Markets after state law allowed for such programs in 2021. CEO, Sam Greenlee, has led Alchemist since 2020.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
We have seen rapid growth each year in program usage at the Rancho Cordova Certified Farmers' Market and expect this trend to continue as the market grows and thrives and more residents become aware of the program. At the same time, the effects of HR 1 from the US Congress will begin to be felt in 2026, reducing CalFresh eligibility for some households.

Given this, we conservatively estimate continued growth of at least 15% in CalFresh and Market Match usage at the market in 2026 and another 12% in 2027. This translates to $41,791 (EBT) and $34,254 (Market Match) distributed in 2026, and $46,806 (EBT) and $38,364 (Market Match) distributed in 2027.

Optional File Upload:

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

Total project/program
cost*
49969
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
26302
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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?
26302
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
0 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.

Alchemist_Rancho_Cordova_Farmers_Market_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.

The CalFresh/Market Match program at Rancho Cordova Certified Farmers' Market receives staffing/operational funding from the California Market Match Consortium grant, with $23,667 available to support the program at this market.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

As mentioned, this is a long-running and highly impactful safety net program. We anticipate that it will continue to run well into the future and will require funding each year if it is to continue operating.

The project does not include construction of a facility that will require maintenance.

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 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
The Rancho Cordova Certified Farmers' Market operates year-round, every Saturday morning. The CalFresh and Market Match program must operate whenever the farmers' market operates. We are seeking funding for the fiscal year running from July 2026 to June 2027.

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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?
We do not anticipate any challenges. As mentioned, we have operated this program successfully with major impact in Rancho Cordova for years and are experts in delivering this program.

How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
On average, 90 individuals per week, 4,658 per year.

How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
On average, 90 individuals per week, 4,658 per year.
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
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
11164 Folsom Blvd.

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.

N/A Single Location
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 Samuel
Greenlee
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Alchemist Community Development Corporation (Alchemist CDC) What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Chief Executive Officer
Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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Score n/a
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Revenues
California Market Match Consortium grant (state funding) Requested CEIF Funding July 2026 - June 2027 $23,667 $26,302
Costs
July 2026 - Dec 2026

RANCHO CORDOVA CEO
Chief Compliance
Officer Bookkeeper
Accounts Payable
Specialist HR Coordinator Food Access Director Program Manager Assistant Program
Manager
CalFresh Admin
Assistant
Full-time Program
Assistant
Program Assistants (8
hour day)
Program Assistants (6
hour day)
Program Associate (8
hour day)
Program Associates (6
hour day)
Cost per Hour 58.32 58.82 43.69 32.76 35.65 51 59 44 00 37.87 30.87 28.49 27.78 27.78 26.96 26.96 Rancho Cordova
Hours per Week 0.055 1 0.4 0.6 0 5 1.3 33308006
Weeks in July-Dec
2026 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26
Number of people per
position per market 00000000001001
Total number of
People per market 2
Cost for Jul-Dec 2026 $83.40 $1,529.32 $454.38 $511.06 $463.45 $1,743.74 $3,432.00 $2,953.86 $2,407.86 $0.00 $5,778.24 $0.00 $0.00 $4,205.76 Total Cost $23,563.06 Jan 2027 - June 2027

RANCHO CORDOVA CEO
Chief Compliance
Officer Bookkeeper
Accounts Payable
Specialist HR Coordinator Food Access Director Program Manager Assistant Program
Manager
CalFresh Admin
Assistant
Full-time Program
Assistant
Program Assistants (8
hour day)
Program Assistants (6
hour day)
Program Associate (8
hour day)
Program Associates (6
hour day)
Cost per Hour 61.24 61.75 45.88 34.40 37.44 54.17 46 20 39.76 32.41 29.91 29.17 29.17 28.31 28.31 Rancho Cordova
Hours per Week 0.55 1.33 0.44 0.66 0 55 1.44 33308006
Weeks in Jan-jun 2027 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 Number of people per
position per market 00000000001001
Total number of
People per market 2
Cost for Jan-June 2027 $875.73 $2,135.32 $524 87 $590.30 $535.39 $2,028.12 $3,603.60 $3,101.28 $2,527.98 $0.00 $6,067.36 $0.00 $0.00 $4,416.36 Total Cost $26,406.32 ITEM 19.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title Senior Nutrition Services
by Jennifer Massello in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
7375 Park City Drive
Sacramento, California
95831
United States
[email protected]
03/09/2026
id. 53441749
Original Submission 03/09/2026
Score n/a
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No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Senior Nutrition Services
Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Community Assistance Programs
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
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Provide a
Project/Program
Description
If awarded this funding request, Meals on Wheels by ACC dba Meals on Wheels Sacramento County (MoW) will provide a total of 17,500 meals at $4 per meal to City of Rancho Cordova homebound and frail eligible seniors for a total of $70,000. This is a 2 year request: 8,750 meals would be provided in year 1 and 8,750 meals provided in year 2. We anticipate about 82 unduplicated seniors will benefit from this program each year.

Meals on Wheels is more than just a meal. Our service helps seniors stay in their homes and community while aging in place. Our meals are nutritionally balanced and vetted by our Registered Dietician to meet one third of the DRI for seniors. Nearly 20% of seniors in Rancho Cordova and Sacramento County live alone, and loneliness has been shown to have as severe effects as smoking two packs of cigarettes a day. Sacramento County projects that our senior population will increase 400% by 2030 and we project that need for our services will continue to increase along with that senior population. Most seniors prefer to stay in their own homes as long as they can and our service and nutrition education allows them to do just that while making healthier choices about their health and nutrition outside of our program. Our drivers provide a smile, friendly visit and a status check to ensure all is well with our seniors. Meals on Wheels America says that meals for a senior for a 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 hospital visits and costly premature institutionalization with our nutritious meals, status checks and friendly visits that keep the loneliness at bay. We provide nutrition education four times per year on topics relevant to our participants and that support their health and well being.

MoW has been the senior nutrition provider since 2010, when the County of Sacramento could no longer afford the senior nutrition program. Over the past fifteen years, we have streamlined ou operations and worked to grow sustainably. The Pandemic uncovered a deep need in our community for nutritional support amongst our seniors that has not decreased in the past few years and we are committed to find ways to continue to grow so we can continue to serve more seniors in our community. This grant and continued support from the CDBG grant from the City of Rancho Cordova helps us do just that- serve more meals and more seniors in the City of Rancho Cordova.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
MIndy Klick, Executive Director
Jennifer Massello, Director of Operations
Jennifer Yee, Business Office Manager
Robin Smith, Volunteer Manager
Vance Jones, HDM Operations Manager
Francisco Alvarado, Cafe Operations Manager
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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
MoW will serve 17,500 meals across the 2 year grant period- 8,750 meals in year one and 8,750 meals in year two- to eligible seniors living in the City of Rancho Cordova. The majority of the meals served will be home delivered meals (HDM), which go to the most frail and homebound seniors.

Meals will also be served to the Community Cafe (Cafe) and to Restaurant Program (RP) participants who live in the City of Rancho Cordova.

Although there is not a cafe within the City limits, our Cafe participants can eat at any cafe they choose, just as our RP participants can choose which Restaurant they wish to eat each day.

Our HDM program is the bulk of the meals served to Rancho Cordova seniors. Meals are delivered frozen once per week in a box of five frozen meals with milk and side items. The most needy participants receive a daily Monday through Friday delivery of a hot meal along with milk and side items. HDM and Cafe meals are prepared by Brick House Restaurant and Lounge, located in Elk Grove, and brought to our distribution center where volunteers and staff pick up meals to deliver to seniors. All of our meals, HDM, Cafe and RP meet one third the daily nutritional requirements for seniors and approved by our Registered Dietician.

Meals and participants are tracked and totaled from each day's daily or weekly route sheet, RP daily report or the Cafe roster depending on which program the participant is enrolled in. We then enter those totals into our database monthly. We will only report meals served to participants who reside within the City limits of Rancho Cordova for the purposes of this grant. We will compile that data into a monthly meal count spreadsheet for reporting purposes.

This funding request is in addition to the CDBG funding request and will allow for an additional 17,500 meals to be served to Rancho Cordova seniors over the two year grant period.

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
F.G.3._HDM_menu-_3_bean_chili.pdf
MOW_NEWSLETTER_APR26_v2.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 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
166250
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What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
35000
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?
0 What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
140000
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
0 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_2026_2028.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.

Current awards or applications for funding:

Agency on Aging\Area 4: $4,510,829
SHRA: $1,101,511
City of Citrus Heights: $16,000
City of Elk Grove: $90,000 (applied)
City of Folsom: $22,500
City of Galt: $5,000
Sacramento County ToT: $29,411
Teichert Foundation: $5,000
East Bay Community Foundation: $90,000
SCAN Foundation: $10,000
Meals on Wheels America Meeting Unmet Need: $144,000
Kelly Foundation $15,000
MoW continues to seek out private grants, additional foundation and community grants to supplement our uncertain governmental funding streams and grow our program. This request for $70,000 over a 2 year period helps to assure the MoW program in the City of Rancho Cordova will continue to support 82 seniors in Rancho Cordova with 17,500 meals through the 2026-2028 grant period.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

MoW works hard to build our budget, City grants, foundation grants, sponsorships and donor support to serve as many seniors as we possibly can. The need in our community for meal support continues to rise as the number of seniors grows at record paces. We are continuing to build our reserve so that we have one year's full operating costs in reserve to assure a full year's continuation of services if the Federal or State budgets are held up and payments stop. We use those reserves in those situations as needed and then replenish the funds when monies are repaid.

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 $34.79
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
1155028
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.

Vol_Hours.pdf
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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?
2 For requests
spanning multiple
years, share the
dollar amount
requested per year.

FY 2025-2026: $35,000
FY 2026-2027: $35,000
For
projects/programs
that span multiple
years, please
describe your
sustainability plan
and whether it is
viable as a single
year request.

This funding request contains two years' funding support, each year with an equal amount. Combined with CDBG funding awards and requests, these requests help support continued meal service to Rancho Cordova seniors over the next two years.

MoW's sustainability plan is comprehensive and includes soliciting additional funding opportunities, sponsorships, partnerships and donations.

It may include fundraising events such as a Golf Tournament. Additionally, we are continuing to build our reserves to our goal of one year's operating funds so that we could operate for a full year through a governmental shutdown and provide our seniors the support and meals they need.

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 much funding
has your organization
received from the
Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
through our
traditional grants (not
including
microgrants)?
$35,000
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Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, and Memorial Day. MoW may close for other holidays.

We provide meals for our participants for holidays that fall on weekdays through a double delivery- either a second box of five frozen meals for the frozen participants, or a second hot meal for the holiday for hot participants- for those on the Home delivered meal program to support their nutritional needs over holidays.

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 delivers, to each HDM participant, a shelf stable box (SSM) of 5 ready to eat meals for emergencies. We ask each participant save that box and keep it for an emergency that MoW is unable to deliver meals for any reason. Funds for this program are provided through the ToT Grant through the County of Sacramento. We replace the SSM box every six months or after an emergency, should one arise.

During the pandemic, MoW remained flexible and provided meals through delivery and curbsides to participants to maintain safety while cafes were shutdown. We are confident we can stay flexible and adapt to any challenges that should arise in the future.

How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
We serve approximately 3800 participants throughout Sacramento County each year.

How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
We anticipate serving 82 seniors in Rancho Cordova with this funding. 4 - Project/Program Location
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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
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
7375 Park City Drive,
List the city location
of the
project/program.

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

Our administrative offices are at the Park City Drive location. Our distribution center is located at 4527 Harlin Drive, Sacramento, CA. The project will only serve those participants who 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 Operations
Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
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Are you the primary
point of contact on
this project/program?
Yes
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?
Melinda
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?
[email protected]
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 2026-2027 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 2026-2027 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 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

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Internal Form
Score n/a
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Project Budget- Senior Nutrition Services/Meals on Wheels Sacramento County Meals Cost per Meal Total Request Total Program Cost City's %:
17,500 $4 $70,000 $332,500 21%
Year 1:
8,750 $4 $35,000 $166,250 21%
Year 2:
8,750 $4 $35,000 $166,250 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.

We ask all of the Cities in the County, Sacramento County and the City of Sacramento (through SHRA) for the same share of cost $4/meal served.

All three programs' total cost to serve each meal is $19 per meal.

We just went through a Request for Proposal Process for our HDM and Café meals, and are entering into year 1 of a contract with Brick House Restaurant and Lounge for catering of all our HDM and Café meals. The direct cost of each meal provided by Brick House is $8/meal.

These are the bulk of meals served to Rancho Cordova participants.

The RP has five vendors, each with their own price point and we negotiate prices with each one. Any increases in these costs will be minimal and not passed on to the City unless we start increasing the share of cost for each City, and the County (SHRA).

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Volunteer In Kind
$34.79 national rate/volunteer hour
Total In-Kind Ave. volunteer hours
$1,155,028 33,200
MoW has been averaging just over 33,200 volunteer hours the past few fiscal years.

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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title Volunteers of America: Creating
Safe and Stable Living Spaces
for Families and Children
Impacted by Homelessness
by Reem Al-Amin in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
3434 Marconi Ave
Sacramento, California
95821
United States
[email protected]
03/13/2026
id. 53480447
Original Submission 03/13/2026
Score n/a
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No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Volunteers of America: Creating Safe and Stable Living Spaces for Families and Children Impacted by Homelessness
Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Community Assistance Programs
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
This project will provide trauma informed furniture for 33 transitional housing units, improving safety, stability, and well being for families experiencing homelessness. By creating functional, supportive living spaces, it promotes healing, healthy routines, and housing readiness while strengthening community stability and helping Rancho Cordova families move toward lasting independence and long term success.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Over the past 37 years, the Transitional Housing Program for Families has been keeping families together during the substance-abuse recovery process. The Program for women and children has been providing homeless families a safe environment for their children and themselves to live while they seek permanent housing and employment. This 18-month program has a capacity of 33 family units in Mather City/Rancho Cordova, and is designed for couples with children, as well as single parents. During their residency, parents in recovery are provided with social services and permanent-housing support. Services include individual and group counseling by dedicated case managers, life-skills and parenting classes, and referrals for permanent housing. Moreover, children residing in The Program attend schools in Rancho Cordova with high educational attainment.

A critical and urgent need within the Transitional Housing Program is the acquisition of essential furniture that supports the safety, dignity, and overall well being of families and individuals who have experienced homelessness, trauma, or abuse. Many residents arrive at the program after enduring significant instability, and their ability to begin the healing and recovery process is deeply influenced by the quality of their living environment. Appropriate, durable, and trauma informed furnishings are not simply functional items; they are foundational components of creating a stable, nurturing home where vulnerable families can feel secure, cared for, and supported.

At present, the Transitional Housing Program lacks adequate beds, cribs, seating, storage, and basic household furnishings needed to create safe and comfortable living units for residents. The absence of these essential items places additional stress on families who are already navigating the ITEM 19.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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emotional and practical challenges of homelessness. For children, in particular, the absence of child friendly furniture—such as safe beds, proper study spaces, and accessible storage—can affect rest, school performance, emotional regulation, and the sense of normalcy that is vital to their development.

Investing in quality furniture directly strengthens a trauma informed environment by:

Promoting safety: Sturdy, appropriate furnishings reduce the risk of injuries and help create a predictable, secure space in which children and adults can function and relax.

Supporting stability and mental well being: A furnished, home like setting reduces stress, supports emotional regulation, and creates a foundation for families to engage more effectively in case management, counseling, parenting support, and other recovery services.

Encouraging healthy routines: Proper beds promote restful sleep; tables and seating support family meals; and organized storage helps families develop routines consistent with long term housing independence.

Enhancing dignity and self worth: Access to comfortable and functional furniture helps families regain a sense of normalcy and ownership over their personal space, reinforcing the idea that they are valued and deserving of care.

By furnishing the Transitional Housing Program with beds, dressers, tables, cribs and child appropriate items, and communal space enhancements, VOA can significantly improve the quality of life for families during their transitional period. These improvements will also support the program’s broader goals of enhancing resilience, promoting stability, and preparing families for long term, independent housing.

The requested funding will ensure that each family has access to the basic household necessities required to live safely and comfortably, allowing clients to focus their energy on healing, rebuilding their lives, and working toward a stable future. This investment will contribute to measurable improvements in family well being, program participation, and overall housing readiness, making it a vital component of the program’s ability to serve homeless families effectively.

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Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Volunteers of America (VOA) brings more than a century of service experience and operates over 40 programs that provide housing, employment, and recovery support to families, individuals, veterans, and seniors. Each night, more than 4,000 people find safety through VOA’s shelter and housing programs, reflecting the organization’s proven impact and deep community roots. What makes VOA team exceptional is its decentralized & community driven approach. Front line staff design services tailored to local needs, ensuring flexible, compassionate, and effective solutions for vulnerable populations. Through strong partnerships, dedicated staff, and volunteers VOA advances its mission to help individuals thrive.

Learn more at www.voa-ncnn.org
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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
Goal:

Enhance the safety, stability, and overall well being of families and children experiencing homelessness by furnishing the Transitional Housing Program with essential, trauma informed household items that promote dignity, healthy routines, and long term housing readiness.

Outcome:

Improve the safety, comfort, and emotional well being of 33 families and 100 children within 12 months by providing fully furnished, child friendly, and trauma informed living spaces within the Transitional Housing Program.

Outputs:
1) Furnish 33 family units with beds, dressers, dinette sets, couches, loveseats and essential household items.
2) Provide child appropriate furniture, including cribs, safe beds, and study spaces, to support healthy routines and emotional development. 3) Equip communal spaces with functional furnishings to promote community connection and program engagement.
4) Improve overall housing readiness by supporting families’ ability to develop stability based daily habits.

Activities:
1) Assess each family unit for specific furniture gaps and prioritize needs based on safety and child considerations.
2) Purchase and install beds, cribs, dressers, seating, tables, storage units, and other trauma informed household furnishings. 3) Assemble and safely arrange furniture in each family unit to create stable, predictable, and functional living environments. 4) Enhance communal spaces by adding appropriate seating, tables, and storage for shared use.
5) Conduct post installation evaluations to ensure all units meet safety, accessibility, and trauma informed design standards.

Volunteers of America’s Administrative Office oversees all administrative, programmatic, financial, and reporting responsibilities for this project.

Project outcomes will be tracked and evaluated by Program Directors and Managers at the Transitional Family Program, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. VOA welcomes any additional data or reporting metrics the City of Rancho Cordova may request as part of its investment. This information will not only support transparent reporting to the City but can also be used to demonstrate project impact and sustainability to future funders, strengthening long term support for families experiencing homelessness.

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

VOA-NCNN__Gratitude_Report_2024.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 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
25000
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?
1000
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
21500
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
0 What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
2500
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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.

VOA_Budget_CEIF_Fund_2026-2027.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.

Volunteers of America (VOA) relies primarily on local, state, and federal contracts; however, the funding allocated to the Residential Family Program is limited to core operational and personnel costs. It does not cover the essential supportive needs outlined in this project. The program is currently operating with a significant budget shortfall of approximately $285,000, creating urgent gaps in services that directly affect families experiencing homelessness in The City of Rancho Cordova.

To sustain high quality, comprehensive wraparound support, VOA is actively pursuing additional funding and depends on the generosity of grant making partners and private donors. A grant from the City of Rancho Cordova would provide critical resources to help close this funding gap and would represent a substantial investment in the Residential Family Program directly improving safety, stability, and overall quality of life for the hundreds of families and children it serves each year.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

Volunteers of America's Residential Family Program is primarily funded through contracts which cover the operation and maintenance cost. This Family Program has been operational and serving the community of Rancho Cordova for over 37 years. However, the budget allocated to the Residential Family Program covers only core operating, maintenance, and staffing expenses and does not extend to the essential needs identified in this project.

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
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Please share the
total dollar amount
for volunteer/in-kind
support using $34.79
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
5000
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.

Brief_VOA_Rancho_Cordova_Spring_Service_Day.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?
Yes
How many years has
your project/program
received funding from
the Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund?
2 How much funding
has your organization
received from the
Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
through our
traditional grants (not
including
microgrants)?
$50,000
3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
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Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
The project will begin on July 1, 2026, with initial activities focused on assessing furniture needs for all family units and coordinating procurement with approved vendors.

Installation, assembly, and placement of all furnishings will occur throughout the following months, along with enhancements to communal spaces.

Post installation evaluations, safety checks, and documentation of outcomes will be completed during the final quarter of the project period, March-June 2027.

All activities will be fully completed by June 30, 2027, ensuring the Transitional Housing Program is fully furnished, safe, and equipped to support families and their children entering the program.

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 primary challenges anticipated in implementing this project stem from ongoing funding shortages and broader economic pressures affecting both VOA clients and program operations. Families experiencing homelessness continue to face severe barriers to securing and maintaining stable housing, including limited income, rising mental health needs, and insufficient access to supportive services. Additionally, the soaring cost of living in Sacramento, such as increased rents, utilities, food, and transportation expenses, places significant strain on households with already limited resources, often resulting in housing instability despite their best efforts.

These same economic conditions also affect VOA’s ability to meet growing service demands. While VOA maintains a responsible and mission driven budget, many essential activities outlined in this project fall outside the scope of the existing allocation for the Residential Family Program. As a result, financial gaps persist, particularly as preventative and long term stabilization needs escalate among the populations VOA serves.

To address these challenges, VOA’s Executive Team has proactively developed strategies to reduce expenses, identify new funding sources, and present long term financial planning options to the Board of Directors.

These measures ensure that, even in the face of economic uncertainty, VOA remains committed to delivering high quality services. If additional challenges arise during project implementation, VOA will adjust timelines, seek supplementary funding, and leverage community partnerships to maintain project progress.

VOA recognizes that ending homelessness requires ongoing and deliberate effort. Sustained community and foundation support is essential to ensure families not only achieve stable housing but also maintain it. Through thoughtful planning, financial stewardship, and continued collaboration, VOA is prepared to overcome anticipated challenges and successfully complete the project.

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How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
135
How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
135
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
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
10620 Schirra Avenue
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Mather
Select State CA
Provide the zip code
for your
project/program's
primary location.
95655
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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 Reem
Al-Amin
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
Volunteers of America Northern California and Northern Nevada What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Funds Grant Manager
Development and Marketing
Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
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?
Christie
Holderegger
What is the title of
this individual?
President & CEO
What is the best
phone number where
we could contact the
signatory?
+
What is the best
email address to
contact the
signatory?
[email protected]
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 2026-2027 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 2026-2027 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 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

Internal Form
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Score n/a
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Project Budget
Foundation Fund All Non-Foundation
CEIF Funds
Contributed Income
Individual contributions $ -
Corporate contributions $ -
Foundation grants $ -
City of Rancho Cordova support 25,000 $ 25,000
Primary government funding 748,125 $ 748,125
Local government support $ -
Fundraising $ -
Special events $ -
In-kind contributions $ -
Other (specify below if any): $ -
Total Revenues $ 25,000 $ 748,125 $ 773,125
The City of RC All Non-Foundation
Funds Funds
Personnel Costs
Salaries 545,183 $ 545,183
Benefits, taxes, FICA Share, Insurance, Medical Fees 142,592 $ 142,592 Staff Training 720 $ 720
On-site staff (8-hr/day) 1,000 $ 1,000
Program Costs
Program Professional Services 2,160 $ 2,160
Program Supplies 5,688 $ 5,688
Client Support 14,400 $ 14,400
Cleaning, Linen and Laundry Supplies 4,680 $ 4,680
Furniture $ -
couches 3,870 $ 3,870
loveseats 2,580 $ 2,580
four-chair dinette sets 3,225 $ 3,225
six-chair dinette sets 3,225 $ 3,225
dressers 3,010 $ 3,010
Cribs & Safe beds 3,870 $ 3,870
Study desks 1,720 $ 1,720
Occupancy Costs
Utilities 104,400 $ 104,400
Facility (Taxes, Repairs & Maintenance) 7,200 $ 7,200
Other Business Expenses
General Office Supplies Expense 3,600 $ 3,600
Telephone & Cell Phones 16,560 $ 16,560
Insurance (Liability & Auto) 36,000 $ 36,000
Equipment Maintenance, Purchase, Rental 11,160 $ 11,160 Outside Painting 144 $ 144
Travel (Meetings & Conf.) 1,080 $ 1,080
National Dues 16,085 $ 16,085
Total Direct Expenses 911,652 $ 911,652
Admin Fees 122,004 $ 122,004
Admin Fees (10%) of Grant Request 2,500 $ 2,500
Project Total
25,000 1,033,656 $ 1,058,656
Budget Shortage $ (285,531)
Project Revenues
Project Expenses Only
Total
Creating Safe and Stable Living Spaces
for Families and Children Impacted by
Homelessness
Total

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Rancho Cordova Spring Service Day
On May 16, 2026, community volunteers will join Volunteers of America (VOA) for Rancho Cordova’s Spring Service Day to refresh and repaint the railings at our Residential Family Program Building. This hands-on support directly improves safety and comfort for families on our Mather Campus.

Overview
Rancho Cordova’s Annual Spring Service Day is a city-led volunteer initiative that mobilizes community groups, civic organizations, and local residents to complete improvement projects that enhance public spaces, nonprofit facilities, and community-serving sites. The event is structured, family-friendly, and designed to support projects that can be completed within a single day through coordinated volunteer labor.

Purpose of Participation
Volunteers of America (VOA) has been encouraged to participate in the 2026 Spring Service Day, with the City identifying VOA’s exterior painting needs as a strong fit for this year’s volunteer slate. This partnership supports VOA’s ongoing efforts to maintain safe, durable, and welcoming environments for families and children residing at the Mather Campus, while aligning with the City’s goals of civic engagement and community-led improvement.

Project Description
The approved volunteer activity for May 16, 2026, focuses on repainting approximately 4,300 linear feet of exterior railings at the DHS Family Building on the VOA Mather Campus. Volunteers will assist with cleaning, sanding, and applying finish coats to railing components, improving both safety and appearance for campus residents. The railing-painting scope was determined to be a safer and more manageable volunteer activity and has been approved to move forward.

Reimbursement and Support
The City of Rancho Cordova will fund the project supplies through its Spring Service Day reimbursement structure, offering up to $5,000 in reimbursable expenses for paint, materials, and related supplies.

Receipts will be required for reimbursement.

Goals and Community Impact
• Improve the long-term durability and condition of critical exterior infrastructure. • Enhance safety and aesthetics for the families living at the DHS Family Building. • Strengthen collaboration between the City of Rancho Cordova and VOA through shared community service initiatives.
• Create an opportunity for civic groups to contribute meaningfully to a program that directly benefits vulnerable families.

Next Steps
VOA will submit an updated Scope of Work and revised budget to the City to support the amendment currently in progress. Final coordination and onsite planning will follow in the lead-up to the May 16 volunteer event.

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To some it’s just
a donation. To us,
you’re giving us
an opportunity to
have a home. I’m
just so grateful.

LIVES IMPACTED
6,025 Single Adults
898 Veterans
1,462 Seniors
481 Families

YOU PROVIDED
Employment Services for 61 Individuals
Housing for 2,232 Individuals & Families
Emergency Shelter for 3,798 Individuals & Families
Recovery Services for 172 Individuals
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As a community we helped move people out of homelessness and into independence. You may never meet them, but thousands of people have the foundation to rebuild their lives, thanks to you. Your kindness and generosity are what make the change!

TOGETHER WE MADE A DIFFERENCE
Public funders include: City of Sacramento,
Sacramento County, Washoe County, Veterans
Administration, Sac Steps Forward, HUD, Placer
County. These numbers include both regions
VOA covers.

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City of Rancho Cordova Powered by Submittable
Title United Way California Capital
Region Keep People Housed
Rancho Cordova
by Edward King in Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Community Enhancement & Investment Fund
Grant Application
10839 Old Placerville Road
Sacramento, California
95827
United States
[email protected]
03/13/2026
id. 53481168
Original Submission 03/13/2026
Score n/a
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No: Not a First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

United Way California Capital Region Keep People Housed Rancho Cordova
Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Community Assistance Programs
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
Keep People Housed Rancho Cordova prevents homelessness by providing flexible financial assistance, housing stabilization services, and case management for residents facing eviction or housing instability. The program helps households remain safely housed while connecting them to employment, benefits, and supportive services to promote long-term housing stability.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
Keep People Housed Rancho Cordova is a homelessness prevention and stabilization initiative designed to help residents remain safely housed and avoid entering the homelessness response system. The program addresses one of the most pressing community challenges facing the Sacramento region, housing instability caused by rising rents, limited housing supply, and short-term financial crises that place families at risk of eviction. By providing targeted financial assistance combined with case management and service navigation, the program will help stabilize households before they lose their housing.

Housing instability occurs when households experience financial disruptions such as job loss, medical emergencies, unexpected expenses, or temporary income gaps. In many cases, these financial crises are shortterm, but without timely intervention they can quickly escalate into eviction, displacement, and homelessness. Once a household loses housing, recovery becomes significantly more difficult and costly for both families and local governments.

The Keep People Housed Rancho Cordova program is designed to address this challenge through a proactive, prevention-focused approach.

Rather than responding after households become homeless, the program intervenes early by providing financial stabilization and coordinated services that help residents remain in their homes. Preventing homelessness before it occurs is widely recognized as one of the most effective and cost-efficient strategies for addressing housing insecurity.

Research consistently shows that providing targeted financial assistance to households facing eviction can prevent housing loss at a fraction of the cost of emergency shelter or long-term homelessness services.

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individualized case management. Each household will complete an intake assessment to identify the specific barriers threatening their housing stability. Based on this assessment, staff will develop an Individual Housing Stabilization Plan that outlines immediate needs and long-term goals for maintaining housing. Participants will work with Housing Navigators or case managers who will provide ongoing support services, including budgeting assistance, financial coaching, employment referrals, and assistance applying for public benefits and Supplemental Security Income. Staff will also assist participants with tenant education, landlord communication, and connections to healthcare, childcare, and behavioral health services. Case management will be provided weekly during the initial stabilization period and then transition to periodic follow-up as households achieve stability.

Second, the program will provide flexible financial assistance to address urgent financial barriers to housing stability. Direct financial assistance is often the most effective tool for preventing eviction when households are experiencing temporary financial hardship. Assistance may include rental arrears payments, short-term rental assistance, utility assistance, security deposits, application fees, or relocation support when necessary.

Payments will be made directly to landlords or service providers to ensure accountability and rapid resolution of housing crises. Assistance will be tailored based on each household’s needs, with an estimated average investment of $3,500 to $5,000 per household. The program will utilize a progressive engagement model, providing only the level of assistance necessary to stabilize housing while maximizing the number of households served.

Third, participants will be connected to wraparound supportive services that help address the underlying factors contributing to housing instability.

Program staff will coordinate with local service providers to connect households to resources such as healthcare and behavioral health services, substance use treatment programs, legal assistance for tenant rights and eviction prevention, employment and workforce development programs, food security programs, and childcare support. These partnerships ensure that participants receive comprehensive services that support long-term housing stability.

The program prioritizes residents who are at immediate risk of losing their housing. This includes households facing eviction, residents behind on rent or utilities, individuals experiencing sudden financial hardship, and households at risk of entering the homelessness system.

The Keep People Housed Rancho Cordova program is expected to serve approximately 150 to 200 households annually, depending on the level of financial assistance required. Program outcomes will focus on measurable housing stability indicators. The program aims to ensure that at least 85 to 90 percent of participating households remain stably housed for at least six months after receiving assistance, and that the majority of participants access supportive services that strengthen financial and housing stability.

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homelessness, the program helps maintain neighborhood stability, supports vulnerable residents, and reduces long-term public costs associated with homelessness services.

Through early intervention, targeted financial assistance, and coordinated services, Keep People Housed Rancho Cordova will strengthen housing stability for local residents and create a more resilient and equitable community.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
The program will be implemented by a multidisciplinary team including a Program Manager and Housing Navigators Housing Navigators will work directly with participants to assess needs, develop housing stabilization plans, and coordinate services. The Program Manager will oversee program implementation, partnerships, reporting, and triage services.

Additionally, UWCCR deploys internal staff to screen applicants to ensure thourough review and service alignment with the program.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals

1. Prevent homelessness among Rancho Cordova residents experiencing housing instability.

Serve 150–200 Rancho Cordova households annually who are at risk of eviction or housing loss.

At least 90% of enrolled households will avoid entry into the homelessness system during program participation.

Outcomes will be measured through case management records, followup housing verification, and HMIS data tracking.

2. Provide flexible financial assistance to households facing eviction or housing loss.

Provide direct rental or utility assistance to at least 150 households per year.

Deliver an average of $3,500–$5,000 in stabilization assistance per household depending on need.
100% of financial assistance payments will be issued directly to landlords or service providers to resolve immediate housing risks.

Outcomes will be tracked through payment records, landlord verification, and program financial reports.

3. Connect participants to supportive services that address barriers to housing stability.

At least 90% of participating households will access one or more supportive services such as employment assistance, healthcare, childcare, legal aid, or behavioral health services.

At least 75% of participants will complete referrals to at least one external partner organization.

Outcomes will be measured through case management documentation, referral tracking systems, and service provider confirmations.

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through employment, workforce training, or public benefits enrollment.

At least 80% of participants will receive financial coaching or budgeting support.

At least 60 households annually will enroll in new public benefits (such as CalFresh, CalWORKs, or SSI).

Outcomes will be measured through income verification, benefits enrollment documentation, and participant self-reporting during case management sessions.

5. Ensure long-term housing stability for participating households.

At least 85–90% of participating households will remain stably housed six months after receiving assistance.

At least 75% of households will remain housed 12 months after program exit.

Housing stability will be measured through participant follow-up surveys, landlord confirmation, and housing status tracking in the case management system.

Optional File Upload:

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

Total project/program
cost*
1374580
What is the amount
of Community
Enhancement &
Investment Fund
grant monies
requested?
991772
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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?
236780
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
10200
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
7200
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
2400
What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
1118000
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. 20260313_CEIF_KPH_Rancho_Budget_V2.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 will work to braid funding from CalAIMS through the transitional rent program, ECM care management services, and our Adult Reentry program.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

This is a pilot for a program we have seen promising results from in other jurisdictions. Based on outcome data, we would welcome discussions on ongoing funding for this program. We continue to raise funding to aid as part of these initiatives.

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 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
Program Implementation Timeline (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) The Keep People Housed – Rancho Cordova Program is a housing stabilization and homelessness prevention initiative designed to provide targeted financial assistance, housing navigation, and supportive services to residents experiencing housing instability. The program will launch on July 1, 2026 and operate through June 30, 2027, with a phased implementation approach that ensures strong infrastructure, effective service delivery, and measurable outcomes for the community.

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July 1, 2026 – September 1, 2026
The program will begin with a two-month start-up period focused on building operational capacity and establishing systems necessary for effective program delivery.

Key activities during this phase include staff recruitment and onboarding, including hiring Housing Specialists. Staff will receive training on housing stabilization practices, trauma-informed care, financial assistance protocols, and program reporting requirements.

During the same period, the program will complete software and data system setup, including configuration of our client management platform, financial assistance tracking tools, and reporting dashboards to ensure compliance with funding and performance requirements.

The program will also establish community partnerships and referral pathways with Rancho Cordova service providers, Sacramento County coordinated entry systems, and local housing providers. Program policies, eligibility criteria, and service delivery procedures will be finalized during this phase.

Milestone:

The program will be fully operational and ready to begin serving participants by September 1, 2026.

Phase 2: Program Launch and Initial Service Delivery
September 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
Participant enrollment will begin on September 1, 2026. During this period, the program will provide housing stabilization services including financial assistance for rental arrears, security deposits, short-term rental assistance, and utility payments. Participants will also receive housing navigation and case management services designed to address barriers to housing stability.

Milestone:

The program will serve 50 Rancho Cordova households by December 31, 2026.

Phase 3: Program Expansion
January 1, 2027 – March 31, 2027
In the second phase of service delivery, the program will expand enrollment and strengthen community partnerships to increase referrals and housing opportunities. Services will continue to focus on rapid stabilization through financial assistance, housing navigation, and landlord engagement.

Program staff will monitor housing outcomes and adjust service strategies to ensure participants remain safely housed.

Milestone:

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The program will serve 100 households by March 31, 2027.

Phase 4: Full Implementation and Program Completion
April 1, 2027 – June 30, 2027
During the final quarter of the program year, services will continue while staff focus on completing enrollment targets and evaluating program outcomes. Follow-up case management will ensure housing stability, while program staff compile performance data and document community impact.

Milestone:

The program will serve 150 Rancho Cordova households by June 30, 2027.

Program Outcome
By the end of the program period, 150 Rancho Cordova households will receive housing stabilization assistance, preventing displacement and reducing entries into the homelessness response system. Through early intervention, targeted financial assistance, and supportive services, the Keep People Housed program will strengthen housing stability and promote long-term community resilience in Rancho Cordova.

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 program has found success in other territories we operate. We do not foresee significant issues with implementation.

How many individuals
does your
project/program
serve?
150
How many Rancho
Cordova residents
does your
project/program
serve?
150
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
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
10389 Old Placerville Road
List the city location
of the
project/program.

Sactamento
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.

The program is mobile in nature, meeting participants where they are. This will include at local community centers, libraries, and out-of-office locations.

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 Edward
King
Is this
project/program on
behalf of an
organization?
Yes
What is the name of
your organization?
United Way California Capital Region
What is your title
and/or role at your
organization?
Chief Program Officer
Provide contact
phone number:
+
Provide contact
email:
[email protected]
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?
Dawnté
Early
What is the title of
this individual?
President and CEO
What is the best
phone number where
we could contact the
signatory?
+
What is the best
email address to
contact the
signatory?
[email protected]
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 2026-2027 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 2026-2027 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 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

Internal Form
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Score n/a
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Staffing Projected CEIF Other Funders In-Kind Notes
Housing Specialist $ 145,544.00 $ 145,544.00 $ - $ - 2 program navigators Program Manager $ 91,236.00 $ 22,809.00 $ 68,427.00 $ - Program manager overseeing the program Total Staffing $ 236,780.00 $ 168,353.00 $ 68,427.00 $ - Supplies
Case Management Software $ 7,200.00 $ 7,200.00 $ - $ - Pear suite software $200/month for 3 subscriptions over 12 months
Equipment Subscription $ 3,000.00 $ 3,000.00 Tablet monitoring software, adobe, etc $125/month for 2 people over 12 months
Total Supplies $ 10,200.00 $ 10,200.00 $ - $ -
Transportation
Mileage $ 7,200.00 $ 7,200.00 $ - $ - Navigator staff mileage stipend $300/month Total Transportation $ 7,200.00 $ 7,200.00 $ - $ -
Equipment
Tablets $ 2,400.00 $ 2,400.00 $ - $ - Primary equipment for housing specialist for 2 staff Total Equipment $ 2,400.00 $ 2,400.00 $ - $ -
Miscellaneous
Outreach and Marketing $ 7,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ - Program services marketing, including social media, website, and flyers
Staff Training and Development $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ - Staff development and training services Flexible Financial Assistance $ 1,110,000.00 $ 750,000.00 $ 360,000.00 Flexible assistance to address rent arrears, utility costs, and Administrative (Indirect) $ 68,729.00 $ 47,619.00 $ 21,110.00 Pooled costs for backend services like finance, HR, and executive administration
Total Miscellaneous $ 1,118,000.00 $ 803,619.00 $ 383,110.00 $ - TOTAL COSTS $ 1,374,580.00 $ 991,772.00 $ 451,537.00 $ - United Way California Capital Region Keep People Housed Rancho ITEM 19.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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

AnchorLine: Senior Scam AI Defense Program
Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Community Assistance Programs
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The Senior Scam AI Defense Program equips older adults with AI-powered tools to detect, avoid, and report fraud. Through hands-on training, seniors gain the confidence and skills to protect themselves from today's most sophisticated digital scams.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Senior Scam AI Defense Program is a community education initiative that teaches older adults how to use modern artificial intelligence (AI) tools and practical digital safety strategies to identify, verify, and avoid financial scams. As scams become more sophisticated using fake emails, impersonation calls, and AI-generated messages many seniors are increasingly targeted by fraudsters.

This program empowers seniors with hands-on lessons, real-world examples, and easy-to-use AI tools that can help analyze suspicious messages, verify information, and identify warning signs of fraud before money is lost.

Participants will learn how AI can act as a digital assistant for scam detection, helping them:

Analyze suspicious emails, text messages, and social media posts.

Check whether a message or offer sounds like a known scam pattern.

Verify if websites, charities, or investment offers are legitimate.

Generate questions to ask before sending money or sharing personal information.

Translate complex technology warnings into simple explanations.

The program will be delivered through interactive workshops at the Neil Orchard Senior Activities Center, where participants will practice identifying scams, learn protective habits, and gain confidence using technology safely. By the end of the program, seniors will have the knowledge and tools needed to recognize fraud attempts early and protect their financial well-being.

The Senior Scam AI Defense Program benefits the community by advancing public safety, education, civic engagement, and quality of life for Rancho Cordova residents.

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Financial scams are one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States and older adults are targeted because of retirement savings and less familiarity with rapidly changing technology. This program enhances public safety by teaching residents how to identify fraud, how to use AI tools to help identify scams, and by teaching practical steps to verify requests before taking any action, thereby reducing financial exploitation of vulnerable community members. By preventing fraud before it occurs, the program helps protect seniors’ financial security, independence, and personal safety.

The program provides hands-on digital literacy education including how to protect personal and financial information online. This education equips seniors with modern technology skills and critical thinking tools needed to navigate the digital world safely.

Civic engagement is provided through community participation and shared learning. Interactive workshops at the local senior center will foster group discussions of real world scam examples and encourage participants to share experiences and strategies. This approach strengthens community awareness and cooperation, helping residents look out for one another and report suspicious activity.

The Senior Scam AI Defense Program improves quality of life by reducing the risk of financial loss, increasing confidence using technology, and strengthening trust in digital communication tools. Financial scams can have devastating impacts on seniors, including loss of life savings, emotional distress, and reduced independence. Protecting seniors from fraud ensures they can continue participating fully in our community with confidence and security.

By empowering seniors with modern tools and knowledge, the Senior Scam AI Defense Program creates long-lasting benefits for the Rancho Cordova community. This program represents a cost-effective, community-based approach to improving public safety and education, which are two of the core priorities of the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
Our foundation, AnchorLine, is a nonprofit on a mission to equip individuals of all ages with the tools they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Through educational programs, volunteer-led workshops, and free community resources, we deliver practical training in artificial intelligence, financial literacy, and career readiness. We meet people where they are by removing barriers and creating pathways to opportunity. Our core team is grounded in diverse professional experience across financial services, local government, marketing, engineering, business development, and real estate, giving AnchorLine the depth and credibility to drive real, measurable change.

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Provide your
Project/Program
Goals

1. Enroll 100 seniors in the first program cohort. Metric: Registration records tracked monthly

2. Achieve 80% course completion rate. Metric: Attendance logs per session

3. Teach seniors to recognize 10 most common scam types. Metric:

Quiz scores before and after training

4. Train seniors to use at least 2 AI tools independently. Metric: Skills demonstration checklist

5. Educate seniors on safe password practices. Metric: Post-training knowledge assessment

6. Ensure 85% of participants can identify a fraudulent phone call.

Metric: Simulated scenario testing

7. Teach seniors how to report scams to proper authorities. Metric:

Post-training survey on reporting knowledge

8. Help participants secure their social media privacy settings.

Metric: In-class guided walk-through completion rates

9. Distribute fraud prevention resource guides to all participants.

Metric: Distribution logs

10. Engage 5 volunteer instructors or tech mentors. Metric: Volunteer roster and hours logged

11. Collaborate with local banks and credit unions on scam awareness content. Metric: Number of co-developed materials

12. Create a program website with scam prevention resources.

Metric: Website traffic analytics monthly

13. Maintain a scam trend database updated monthly. Metric:

Database update timestamps

14. Ensure all training materials are accessible in large print and audio. Metric: Accessibility checklist per material

15. Provide loaner tablets or devices to participants without technology. Metric: Device lending log

16. Conduct quarterly program reviews with the project team. Metric:

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

Senior-Scam-AI-Defense-Program-Overview.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 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
25000
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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?
7000
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
7500
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
1000
What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
7500
What is 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.

Project_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.

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Describe any funding
secured or being
sought for this
project/program.

The project is currently self-funded as we build toward our initial milestones. We recently became officially recognized by the federal and state government and plan to actively pursue funding after launching the pilot program.

Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

Beyond FY2026/2027, the following ongoing operations and maintenance costs are anticipated:

Staffing: The program requires at least one full-time staff member to manage day-to-day operations, community engagement, program delivery, and reporting. Salary, payroll taxes, and benefits (including required California employer contributions) represent the largest ongoing cost.

Software & Technology: Continued licensing and subscription fees for operational software, including CRM, communication tools, and any program-specific platforms. Costs will be reviewed annually as needs evolve.

Website & Digital Infrastructure: Ongoing website hosting, domain registration, security certificates, and periodic updates or redesigns to ensure functionality, accessibility compliance, and data security.

Compliance & Administration: As a California 501(c3), annual costs include state and federal filing fees (Form 990, CA Form 199), registered agent fees if applicable, and any required audits or financial reviews depending on revenue thresholds.

Program Delivery: Recurring costs tied to direct program activities such as materials, outreach, events, or participant support, scaling with program growth.

These costs will be sustained through a diversified funding strategy including grant funding, individual donations, and any earned revenue generated by the program. We are committed to building long-term financial sustainability beyond initial project funding.

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
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Please share the
total dollar amount
for volunteer/in-kind
support using $34.79
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
60772.4
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.

Volunteer-Hours.docx
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 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
8/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
2/28/2027
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Please describe your
project/program
schedule
The program is scheduled to launch in July 2026 with a monthly in-person session at the Neil Orchard Senior Activities Center, where we will provide structured programming directly to the senior community on a recurring monthly basis through February 2027.

Simultaneously, we will activate our online training component, offering both self-paced on-demand content and scheduled virtual sessions. This hybrid model ensures that seniors and community members who cannot attend in-person retain full access to programming, and positions the organization for broader regional reach without proportional cost increases.

We are focusing on AI for seniors with a focus on scam defense, and using AI as a companion to overcome fraud. Our training will start with very basic information and materials and grow in detail over time. Based on feedback, we can go deeper on any certain subject, or keep the training very basic to explain the ins-and-outs of AI in general. The goal of the Senior Scam Defense Program is to teach seniors how to use AI as a companion in their daily lives to combat fraud and scams and reduce risk.

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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?
We anticipate several challenges in implementing this program and have considered contingency plans for each.

Technology Barriers For Seniors: One anticipated challenge is that some participants may have limited experience with smartphones, computers, or AI tools, which could make it difficult for them to follow along with demonstrations. To alleviate this, the program will use simple, step-by-step instruction designed specifically for beginners, with clear language and large-print materials. Workshops will move at a comfortable pace and include time for questions and hands-on practice. Participants will also receive easy-to-follow reference guides they can take home.

Rapidly Changing Scam Tactics: Scammers constantly adapt their techniques, including using new technologies such as AI-generated messages and impersonation tactics. This means the types of scams targeting seniors may evolve over time. Rather than focusing only on specific scams, the program teaches core scam-recognition principles, including identifying urgency tactics, impersonation attempts, and suspicious payment requests. These skills help participants recognize new scams even as tactics change.

Volunteer Recruitment and Retention: Recruiting and retaining reliable volunteers is a common challenge for nonprofits, particularly for programs requiring consistent monthly commitment. To address this, we will actively cultivate volunteer pipelines through our existing community partnerships in both Rancho Cordova and Madera, leverage volunteer matching platforms, and create a positive, structured volunteer experience to encourage longterm commitment. We will also cross-train volunteers so that no single session is dependent on one individual.

Funding Gaps: As a newer program, sustaining funding beyond the initial fiscal year is a real consideration. Our plan is to pursue a diversified funding strategy that includes grants, individual donations, and in-kind support, reducing reliance on any single source. We are committed to beginning the next funding cycle well in advance of the June 30, 2027 program end date.

Ensuring Continued Learning After the Program: Participants may need reinforcement after the workshops to continue applying what they learned.

To help with this, participants will receive printed reference materials and scam-prevention guides so they can review information later. They will also be encouraged to consult trusted resources, family members, or AI tools when evaluating suspicious messages in the future.

Should multiple challenges arise simultaneously, our strong community partnerships in both service areas provide a reliable foundation to adapt, pivot, and problem-solve without losing program momentum. We are committed to completing this program through February 2027 and will proactively communicate with funders should any significant obstacles emerge.

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School and park
related applications
are due before Noon
(12:00 p.m.) on
March 6, 2026, to
allow for the
endorsement
process.

Primary street
address of
project/program
3480 Routier Rd
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.

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?
Yes
Is the
project/program
requesting facility
use only or is this a
request to partner
with the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
Facility Use Only. Visit Cordova Recreation & Park District's website for facility use information.

Please select one or
more of the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District facilities
which your
project/program will
involve:

Neil Orchard Senior Activities Center
Have you already
discussed your
project/program with
staff at the Cordova
Recreation & Park
District?
Yes
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Thank you for applying to the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Fiscal Year 2026-2027 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 2026-2027 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 2026 with adoption in June 2026. Should applicants be awarded by the City Council, funding would not be available to grantees until the start of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and the completion of a contract. Please send an email to [email protected] with any questions or comments.

Internal Form
Score n/a
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Project Budget for Community Enhancement & Investment Fund Grant Application
Category Line Item Estimated Cost
Personnel Program Coordinator (Stipend) $7000
Program Delivery Large Print Materials + Guides $1500
Loaner Devices (5-10 Devices) $3500
Venue Setup $500
Participant Refreshments (50-100 guests) $3500
Transportation (5-10 volunteers) $1000
Equipment & Tech Recording Equipment (mic, camera, etc). $1500 Website & Scam Database Setup $1500
Software Tools (Surveys & Reporting) $1000
Outreach &
Marketing
Flyers $500
Social Media Ads $1500
Misc Food Provided for Volunteers $1500
Ongoing Support $500
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Category Annual Value
Volunteer hours (1,560 hrs x $34.79)
$54,272.40
Donated goods/materials $1,250.00
Pro bono professional
$3,000.00
services
Free/discounted software $2,250.00
Total $60,772.40
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Curriculum Overview

1. Introduction to Modern Scams
○ Overview of common scams targeting seniors
○ How scammers use urgency and fear
○ Real examples of phone, email, and text scams
○ Key warning signs of fraud

2. Understanding Digital and AI-Enabled Scams
○ Phishing emails and text message scams
○ Fake websites and impersonation scams
○ AI-generated messages and voice scams
○ Social media scams

3. Using AI Tools to Detect Scams
○ How AI can analyze suspicious messages
○ Asking AI questions about potential scams
○ Verifying companies and websites
○ Understanding AI limitations

4. Practical Scam Prevention Strategies
○ Verifying requests for money
○ Safe online behavior
○ Protecting passwords and financial accounts
○ What to do if you suspect fraud

5. Building Long-Term Scam Awareness
○ Reviewing common scam red flags
○ Using AI prompts for fraud detection
○ Trusted resources for scam reporting
○ Sharing knowledge with family and community members
Activities
● Participants review sample messages and identify potential scam indicators. ● Participants examine real examples and discuss red flags.

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● Hands-on demonstration where participants practice asking AI whether messages appear suspicious.
● Participants practice a “pause and verify” checklist for evaluating messages. ● Interactive exercise where participants identify red flags in real-world scam scenarios.

Participant Handouts
● AI prompt cheat sheet
● Scam prevention guide
● Resource list for reporting
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Evaluation Plan
Senior Scam Defense Program
Goal: Improve seniors’ ability to recognize scams and safely evaluate suspicious messages using AI tools.

Evaluation Objectives
The evaluation will measure whether participants:

1. Increase their understanding of common scams targeting seniors

2. Learn how to identify key scam warning signs

3. Gain confidence using AI tools to analyze suspicious messages

4. Improve their ability to verify requests before sending money Evaluation Methods

1. Pre-workshop survey
Participants complete a brief questionnaire before the program begins.

Measures:
● Baseline knowledge of common scams
● Confidence using technology
● Familiarity with AI tools

2. Post-Workshop Survey
Participants complete the same questionnaire at the end of the program.

Measures:
● Increased knowledge of scam warning signs
● Confidence identifying scams
● Confidence using AI tools for verification
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3. Interactive Exercise Assessment
During the workshop, participants will analyze sample scam messages and identify red flags.

Measures:
● Ability to recognize urgency tactics
● Ability to identify suspicious payment requests
● Ability to recognize impersonation attempts

4. Participant Feedback
Participants will provide feedback on:
● Clarity of instruction
● Usefulness of AI tools demonstrated
● Overall satisfaction with the program
Success Metrics
Program success will be measured using the following indicators:
● Number of participants served
● Increase in scam awareness (measured through pre- and post-surveys) ● Improvement in ability to identify scam messages
● Participant confidence using AI tools
Expected Outcomes
By the end of the program:
● Participants will be able to identify common scam warning signs. ● Participants will understand how to verify suspicious messages using AI tools. ● Participants will gain greater confidence navigating digital communication safely.

The evaluation results will help improve future workshops and demonstrate the program’s impact on financial safety and digital literacy for seniors.

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Leadership Team & Instructor Background
Senior Scam Defense Program
Anchorline Foundation Leadership and Curriculum Development Team Executive Director & Lead Instructor: Julian Brooks
The Executive Director of Anchorline Foundation, Julian Brooks, serves as the lead instructor for the Senior Scam Defense Program. Julian has a professional background in insurance and financial services, with extensive experience working directly with seniors to help them understand financial protection, insurance coverage, and strategies to safeguard their assets.

Throughout his career, Julian worked closely with older adults and retirees, providing education on topics such as financial protection, risk awareness, and safeguarding personal finances. A core part of this work involved educating clients on how to avoid financial risks and make informed decisions, often through one-on-one consultations and educational conversations.

This experience created a deep understanding of the challenges seniors face when navigating financial decisions and increasingly complex digital environments. Julian frequently helped clients recognize warning signs of financial exploitation and scams.

The Executive Director is no longer active in the insurance or financial services industry, ensuring that the educational programming provided through the nonprofit is free from any commercial or financial conflicts of interest. The focus of the organization is solely on public education, scam prevention, and community protection for seniors.

As Executive Director, Julian oversees:
● Program development and instruction
● Community outreach and partnerships
● Workshop facilitation and participant education
● Organizational leadership and program implementation
Treasurer – Senior Advocacy and Community Education: Kim Eiland The nonprofit’s Treasurer brings more than two decades of experience working in the insurance industry, with a focus on helping seniors understand financial protection options and risk management.

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Throughout her career, the Treasurer worked extensively with older adults and retirees, helping them navigate financial planning decisions and understand insurance protections designed to safeguard their long-term security.

After retiring from the industry, she continued to remain passionate about protecting seniors from financial exploitation and scams. In her personal time, she has often helped friends, neighbors, and community members identify suspicious messages and avoid fraud attempts.

Her passion for protecting seniors from financial harm ultimately led her to help found Anchorline Foundation, the nonprofit organization behind the Senior Scam Defense Program. She now serves as Treasurer and plays an active role in program planning and community education efforts.

Her responsibilities include:
● Financial oversight for the nonprofit
● Budget management for educational programs
● Program planning and support
● Community outreach and participant engagement
Secretary – Curriculum Development: Khaesha Brooks
The nonprofit’s Secretary, Khaesha, contributes to the development of the program curriculum and educational materials.

The Secretary has a professional background in engineering and currently works in an engineering role where emerging technologies, automation, and artificial intelligence are becoming increasingly integrated into daily workflows. Her employer, Siemens, has implemented initiatives requiring employees to incorporate automation and AI tools into engineering processes, providing hands-on exposure and structured training on how AI systems can assist with analysis, productivity, and decision-making.

This experience provides valuable insight into:
● How AI tools function in practical environments
● Responsible and effective ways to use AI technology
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The Secretary supports the nonprofit by helping design curriculum elements that teach seniors simple and safe ways to use AI tools to analyze suspicious messages and verify information online.

Organizational Mission
Together, the leadership team combines experience in financial protection, engineering and technology, and community education to create practical, accessible programs that help seniors protect themselves from financial scams.

The Senior Scam Defense Program reflects the organization’s mission to:
● Improve scam awareness among older adults
● Provide practical digital safety education
● Teach simple ways to use AI tools responsibly
● Help seniors maintain financial independence and security The team’s combined experience working with seniors and technology ensures the program is both practical and accessible for the community it serves.

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Senior Scam Defense Program
• Using AI to Help Seniors Avoid Fraud and
Protect Their Money
• Community Workshop
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Why This Program Matters
• • Scams targeting seniors are increasing
• • Fraud can cause major financial losses
• • Many scams now use email, text, and social
media
• • Education is the best prevention
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How AI Can Help
• • Analyze suspicious emails or text messages
• • Identify scam warning signs
• • Help verify companies and websites
• • Suggest safe next steps
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Common Scams Targeting Seniors
• • Impersonation scams (bank, IRS, Social
Security)
• • Tech support scams
• • Phishing emails and text messages
• • Investment scams
• • Romance scams
• • Grandparent emergency scams
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Real Scam Example #1
• Utility Shutoff Scam
• Caller claims to be from the power company
and says your electricity will be shut off today
unless you pay immediately.

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Real Scam Example #2
• Bank Fraud Text Message
• Text says: 'Suspicious activity on your account.

Click this link to verify your information
immediately.'
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Red Flags of a Scam
• • Urgent requests for money
• • Requests for gift cards or cryptocurrency
• • Messages asking for passwords or banking
details
• • Unexpected calls claiming emergencies
• • Pressure to act immediately
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Interactive Exercise
• Is This a Scam?
• Message:
• 'Grandma, I’m in trouble and need $1,000
immediately. Please send gift cards and don’t
tell mom or dad.'
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How to Protect Yourself
• • Pause before acting
• • Verify requests independently
• • Never send money to unknown individuals
• • Do not click suspicious links
• • Ask someone you trust
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AI Safety Prompt Cheat Sheet
• Ask AI:
• • 'Does this message look like a scam?'
• • 'What red flags are in this email?'
• • 'How can I verify this company?'
• • 'What should I do if I receive this message?'
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Community Impact
• • Greater scam awareness
• • Increased digital confidence
• • Reduced financial losses
• • Stronger community safety
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Thank You
• Senior Scam Defense Program
• Helping seniors stay safe in the digital world
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Yes: First Time Applicant
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Project/Program
Name. Assign a
project name to your
project/program.

Prepared Communities Rancho Cordova (PCRC) Initiative-While the program is open and accessible to all Rancho Cordova residents, it will place special emphasis on reaching refugee and immigrant communities that may face language or cultural barriers to accessing preparedness information.

Which category does
your Project/Program
align with?
Community Assistance Programs
Provide a
Project/Program
Synopsis
The PCRC Initiative will provide emergency preparedness education, community outreach events, and safety resources that are open to all residents of RC. The program will be implemented in partnership with the Red Cross to help residents learn how to prepare for emergencies, protect their families, and access important safety information.

Provide a
Project/Program
Description
The Prepared Communities Rancho Cordova Initiative is an established community safety and emergency preparedness program designed to increase disaster readiness, public safety awareness, and community resilience among Rancho Cordova residents. The program provides culturally responsive emergency preparedness education, community outreach, and safety resources, with a special focus on refugee, immigrant, and linguistically diverse communities that may face barriers to accessing emergency information and preparedness services.

The initiative currently partners with the American Red Cross and community volunteers to provide preparedness education that helps residents understand how to prepare for emergencies, create family disaster plans, and access local safety resources. Through workshops and community outreach activities, the program has already begun building awareness around disaster readiness and strengthening connections between residents and trusted preparedness organizations.

Support from the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund will allow the Prepared Communities Rancho Cordova Initiative to expand its existing work and reach more residents across the city. The expanded program will focus on increasing access to preparedness education, strengthening community leadership, and providing essential preparedness resources to households that may otherwise lack them.

A key component of the program is the delivery of multilingual emergency preparedness workshops held throughout Rancho Cordova neighborhoods. These workshops provide practical information about disaster readiness, including wildfire preparedness, extreme heat safety, earthquake awareness, and family emergency planning. Participants will learn how to create emergency communication plans, prepare emergency ITEM 19.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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supply kits, and understand how to receive local emergency alerts.

Workshops will include interactive demonstrations and culturally relevant learning approaches to ensure residents can apply the information in real-life situations.

To strengthen community engagement, the initiative will expand its Community Preparedness Ambassador program. This program trains volunteers from refugee and immigrant communities to serve as trusted outreach leaders who help deliver preparedness education and share information within their communities. Ambassadors are individuals with lived experience who can communicate in multiple languages and understand cultural perspectives related to emergency preparedness. By empowering local residents to serve as preparedness leaders, the program builds trust and ensures that safety information reaches individuals who may otherwise face barriers to participation.

The initiative will also organize Neighborhood Preparedness Pop-Up Events that bring emergency preparedness education directly into community spaces such as apartment complexes, cultural centers, and neighborhood gatherings. These events will include hands-on demonstrations of emergency preparedness kits, family-friendly safety activities, and informational materials that residents can take home. By meeting residents where they already gather, the program increases accessibility and encourages greater participation in preparedness efforts.

In addition to education and outreach, the program will distribute Preparedness Starter Kits to participating households. These kits will include basic emergency supplies such as flashlights, emergency blankets, first aid items, and easy-to-follow preparedness guides.

Providing these resources helps ensure that families can immediately take action to improve their safety and preparedness at home.

The Prepared Communities Rancho Cordova Initiative directly supports several priorities outlined in the City’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund guidelines. The program promotes public safety by increasing residents’ ability to prepare for and respond to emergencies. It strengthens civic engagement by empowering community members to become preparedness ambassadors and actively participate in community safety efforts. The program also enhances education and quality of life by providing accessible safety information and resources that help families feel more secure and connected within their community.

During the grant period, the program expects to reach hundreds of Rancho Cordova residents through workshops, outreach events, and preparedness activities. By expanding an existing and trusted program, this initiative will help ensure that residents across Rancho Cordova— regardless of language, background, or access to resources—have the knowledge and tools needed to prepare for emergencies and support one another during times of crisis.

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themselves and their neighbors when emergencies occur.

Tell us about your
Project/Program
Team
The Prepared Communities Rancho Cordova Initiative is supported by a dedicated team of staff and youth volunteers with experience in community outreach, nonprofit programs, and youth-led initiatives. The team brings strong leadership skills and a shared commitment to strengthening community safety and resilience. Many volunteers have lived experience as members of refugee and underserved communities, allowing the program to provide culturally responsive outreach and build trust with residents. Team members will coordinate workshops, support community preparedness ambassadors, and assist with outreach activities to ensure residents receive accessible emergency preparedness education and resources.

Provide your
Project/Program
Goals
The goal of the Prepared Communities Rancho Cordova Initiative is to increase emergency preparedness, strengthen community resilience, and expand access to culturally responsive safety education for residents of Rancho Cordova. The program focuses particularly on refugee, immigrant, and linguistically diverse communities that may face barriers to accessing emergency preparedness information due to language, cultural differences, or unfamiliarity with local emergency systems.

Through partnerships with organizations such as the American Red Cross and community volunteers, the initiative will expand its existing preparedness education efforts while increasing civic engagement and strengthening neighborhood-level preparedness across the city.

Goal 1: Increase Community Awareness of Emergency
Preparedness
The program will expand access to emergency preparedness education so residents understand how to prepare for disasters, protect their families, and respond safely during emergencies.

Metrics:

Host 10–12 multilingual emergency preparedness workshops in Rancho Cordova neighborhoods
Provide preparedness education to at least 250–300 residents during the grant period
Distribute multilingual preparedness materials to workshop participants and community members
Workshops will cover topics such as wildfire preparedness, extreme heat safety, earthquake awareness, emergency communication planning, and how to receive local emergency alerts.

Evaluation Methods:

Workshop attendance records and participant sign-in sheets Pre- and post-workshop surveys to measure knowledge gained Participant feedback on preparedness confidence and understanding Goal 2: Strengthen Community Leadership and Civic Engagement ITEM 19.1. ATTACHMENT 3

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The initiative will expand the Community Preparedness Ambassador program, which empowers local residents to serve as trusted outreach leaders who share preparedness information within their communities.

These ambassadors will help increase participation among residents who may not traditionally engage in preparedness programs.

Metrics:

Recruit and train 8–12 Community Preparedness Ambassadors Conduct outreach in at least 5 neighborhoods or community locations
Support ambassadors in facilitating community discussions or outreach activities related to emergency preparedness
Evaluation Methods:

Volunteer participation and training records
Outreach activity reports from ambassadors
Tracking of community interactions and residents reached through ambassador-led activities
Goal 3: Increase Household Preparedness and Access to Safety Resources
The initiative will provide residents with practical tools and resources that help families take immediate steps to improve their emergency preparedness at home.

Metrics:

Distribute 120–150 Preparedness Starter Kits to participating households
Host 4–6 Neighborhood Preparedness Pop-Up Events in
community gathering spaces such as apartment complexes or cultural centers
Preparedness starter kits will include basic emergency supplies and simple preparedness guides to help families build their own emergency kits and develop family emergency plans.

Evaluation Methods:

Distribution records for preparedness kits
Event attendance tracking
Follow-up participant surveys to assess whether households implemented preparedness steps after receiving training and resources
Project Focus and Accountability
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track program participation, and document outreach activities throughout the grant period.

By monitoring workshop participation, ambassador engagement, and supply distribution, the program will measure progress and ensure that grant resources are used effectively. This structured approach will allow the Prepared Communities Rancho Cordova Initiative to expand its impact while strengthening public safety, civic engagement, and community resilience for Rancho Cordova residents.

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

Family_Relief_Project_overview.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 2026-2027.

Total project/program
cost*
35000
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?
8000
What is the total cost
of supplies for your
project/program?
10000
What is the total cost
of transportation for
your
project/program?
1500
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What is the total cost
of equipment for your
project/program?
2000
What is the total cost
of any miscellaneous
expenses for your
project/program?
3500
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. prepared_communities_budget.xlsx_-_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.

Yes, our organization actively seeks additional funding and in-kind support to sustain and expand the Prepared Communities Rancho Cordova Initiative. In addition to this request, we continue to pursue funding opportunities through community grants, foundations, and partnerships with local organizations that support emergency preparedness and community resilience.

We also leverage in-kind contributions, including volunteer time, community outreach support, donated supplies, and partnerships with organizations such as the American Red Cross. These contributions help expand the reach of the program and allow us to provide preparedness education and safety resources to more Rancho Cordova residents.

Our organization remains committed to identifying additional funding sources to sustain and grow this initiative beyond the grant period while ensuring that emergency preparedness education remains accessible to the community.

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Please describe any
ongoing operations
and maintenance
costs beyond Fiscal
Year 2026/2027, if
applicable.

The Prepared Communities Rancho Cordova Initiative does not require significant ongoing operations or maintenance costs beyond Fiscal Year 2026/2027. The program primarily focuses on community education, outreach, and volunteer engagement rather than long-term infrastructure or capital investments.

After the grant period, the program will continue through partnerships, volunteer support, and future funding opportunities. Community Preparedness Ambassadors and volunteers will continue sharing preparedness information within their communities, and educational materials developed during the grant period can be reused for future workshops and outreach activities.

The organization will also continue seeking additional grants, partnerships, and in-kind support from community organizations and partners such as the American Red Cross to sustain and expand preparedness education efforts for Rancho Cordova residents.

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 $34.79
as the national rate
for a volunteer hour.

Source: Value of
Volunteer Time
7000
Please provide a worksheet explaining your volunteer/in-kind contribution. You may upload a file in the following formats: CSV, DOC, DOCX, or PDF.
volunteer_in_kind_worksheet.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
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3 - Project/Program Details Grant applications are typically approved to occur between July 2026 through June 2027. What is your plan to complete this project/program within this time frame?
Anticipated Start
Date (July 1 is the
soonest available
start date)
7/1/2026
Anticipated End Date
(typically
projects/programs
end by June 30)
6/30/2027
Please describe your
project/program
schedule
The Prepared Communities Rancho Cordova Initiative will operate from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 and will expand emergency preparedness education, community leadership, and access to safety resources for Rancho Cordova residents. Activities will be implemented in phases to ensure the program meets its goals of increasing preparedness awareness, strengthening community leadership, and improving household readiness.

July – August 2026 (Program Launch and Planning)
The project will begin on July 1, 2026 with program planning and coordination. During this phase, the project team will finalize workshop schedules, outreach locations, and community partnerships. Multilingual preparedness materials and starter kit supplies will be prepared.

Recruitment for the Community Preparedness Ambassador program will begin, focusing on identifying volunteers who represent diverse communities across Rancho Cordova. Planning meetings with partners such as the American Red Cross will help coordinate preparedness training resources and outreach strategies.

September – October 2026 (Ambassador Training and Initial Workshops)
During this phase, the program will recruit and train 8–12 Community Preparedness Ambassadors who will help lead outreach activities and support preparedness education in their communities. Training will focus on emergency preparedness topics, community engagement strategies, and sharing local emergency resource information. The first 2–3 multilingual preparedness workshops will be launched to begin reaching residents with disaster preparedness education.

November 2026 – February 2027 (Expanded Community Workshops and Outreach)
The program will conduct the majority of its outreach and educational activities during this period. Approximately 5–6 additional preparedness workshops will be hosted across Rancho Cordova neighborhoods, focusing on topics such as wildfire preparedness, extreme heat safety, earthquake awareness, emergency communication planning, and accessing local emergency alerts. Community Preparedness Ambassadors will assist with outreach and help facilitate discussions with residents.

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