Cultural Brokers are making a difference. By supporting Black families in the child welfare system, they’re helping to close disparities and reunite children with their parents. Read how: #AwarenessJournalism #Sponsored #SacramentoCounty #ChildWelfare

LaDonna Lee, a Sacramento County Cultural Broker, helps Black families navigate the child welfare system—bridging gaps, building trust, and keeping families together. Learn more: #AwarenessJournalism #Sponsored #SacramentoCounty #ChildWelfare

"Start with little goals to reduce waste every day. If we all do at least some little things, then together we can make big changes." — Marie Mertz, Owner of Todo Un Poco #AwarenessJournalism #Sponsored #SustainabilityMatters #FarmToTable #ElkGroveLocal

Todo Un Poco isn’t just serving up delicious Mexican-Italian dishes—it’s leading the way in food waste reduction! #AwarenessJournalism #Sponsored #SustainabilityMatters #FarmToTable #ElkGroveLocal

From composting to renewable energy, understanding how organic waste impacts our planet is crucial in the fight against climate change. LEARN MORE: #AwarenessJournalism #SponsoredPost

From leftover pizza to renewable energy! California’s SB 1383 is turning organic waste into products like compost, mulch, and biochar, helping to reduce greenhouse gases and fight climate change. LEARN MORE: #AwarenessJournalism #SponsoredPost

The Child Abuse Prevention Center, based in Sacramento, has grown since its founding in 1977 from a local resource into a multiple-agency organization that offers training, education and research locally and statewide.

In November 2024, Janay Eustace became president and chief executive officer of the Child Abuse Prevention Center, which aims to reduce child abuse and neglect as a backbone organization of a continuum of support dedicated to education and advocacy.

Did you know reducing food waste helps fight hunger and climate change? Elk Grove’s food recovery programs, part of SB 1383, connect surplus food to those in need while cutting landfill waste. A win-win for our planet and community! Keep reading:

Every small action adds up! Elk Grove is leading the charge to reduce organic waste under California’s SB 1383, cutting emissions and tackling food insecurity. Keep reading:

Through collaboration and prevention, First 5 Sacramento and Sacramento County child welfare services are transforming lives and keeping families together. Read more: #SponsoredPost

Collaboration is key to prevention! First 5 Sacramento and Sacramento County’s child welfare department are working together to keep families supported and children safe—turning enforcement into community-driven care. Read more: #SponsoredPost

Fresh produce is a rare gift for many Elk Grove seniors facing food insecurity, especially with rising costs. Keep reading: #AwarenessJournalism #SponsoredPost #FoodSecurity #ElkGrove

Every day, families line up at Elk Grove Food Bank Services, where demand for assistance has only grown. Keep reading: #AwarenessJournalism #SponsoredPost #FoodSecurity #ElkGrove

The Solving Sacramento journalism collaborative is taking the Hangout Gigs local music series on the road — and the first stop is the Torch Club, a Sacramento music institution owned by the same family since 1969!

“Prevention is always so much better than a cure,” says Carrie Whitlock of Elk Grove. SB 1383 is a small step toward a big impact. By diverting food waste from landfills, we can reduce air pollution and help our communities thrive. Keep reading:

Change can be tough, but inaction is worse! SB 1383 is here to help California fight climate change by cutting food waste and reducing methane emissions. Keep reading:

“A lot of times they’re invisible, and if you don’t see them, you can’t serve them.” 🌈 Read more here: Content created by N&R Publications for Sacramento County Department of Child, Family and Adult Services. #AwarenessJournalism #SponsoredPost

Every child deserves a safe home and the right to thrive. 💜🏳️‍🌈 Read more here: Content created by N&R Publications for Sacramento County Department of Child, Family and Adult Services. #AwarenessJournalism #SponsoredPost #FosterCare #LGBTQYouth

RT @VeryBadLlama: I have transgendered the aliens that were in the prison and which also were probably executing the babies forgive me…