April/May 2026

Grant Opportunities

AARP-The Purpose Prize from AARP honors extraordinary older Americans who put their purpose into action to support AARP’s mission of empowering people to choose how they live as they age. Winners receive $75,000 and a year of organizational support from AARP to grow the impact of their nonprofits. Examples of organizational support include data and evaluation, governance and succession planning, fundraising strategy, and prospectus development. The application for The Purpose Prize is now open.

Maximum Grant amount: $75,000

Deadline: May 1, 2026

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OTHER GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

Building Your Capacity

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FREE - GRANT SEARCH SUBSCRIPTION

YSEDC is offering a FREE One-Year Subscription to Grant Station, a grant search platform. If your organization is interested, do not currently have a subscription, or have a subscription that will be expiring and have completed your report form, please complete the attached application form and email it to Cynthia Roderick, croderick@ysedc.org.

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UPCOMING TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES


Yuba-Sutter Economic Development Corporation

Grant Basics 101 Workshop

Friday, May 8, 2026 | 8:30 am to 11:30 am | 950 Tharp Rd., Suite 1303 Yuba City

This in-person event will provide you with the tools to writing successful grants. To signup to attend, complete the intake form and email it to croderick@ysedc.org. DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS MAY 1, 2026. INTAKE FORM


Program Evaluation/Measuring Outcomes Workshop

Friday, May 22, 2026 | 8:30 am to 11:30 am | 950 Tharp Rd., Suite 1303 Yuba City

This in-person event will provide you with the tools to creating a comprehensive evaluation & develop and measure outcomes . To signup to attend, complete the intake form and email it to croderick@ysedc.org. DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS MAY 13, 2026. INTAKE FORM


MEASURE WHAT YOU VALUE

Designing a Values Based Performance Appraisal System

by Greg Wilken


Developing and sustaining a motivated, productive, and highly engaged workforce means your employees must be measured on how they demonstrate the organizations values.


If you would like to significantly improve how your nonprofit evaluates, recognizes, and motivates its employees, there are a few strategies that you might implement to help guarantee success.



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Tracking Volunteer Time to Boost Your Bottom Line: A Complete Accounting Guide

By CPA Dennis Walsh


Your volunteers’ time is even more valuable than you might realize! Tracking volunteer time: Sounds like another chore? Actually it can help you meet match requirements, improve your financial statement presentations, and reduce liability. In this article, CPA Dennis Walsh of North Carolina explains why and how to include volunteer time in your budgets and financials.


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YCCSC & SCCAA News

Healing Begins Here, Hope Haven Counseling & Support Center


Casa de Esperanza, supported by Sutter County Community Action Agency CSBG grant funds, offers Hope Haven, a Counseling and Support Center dedicated to providing comprehensive services for adults and children affected by domestic and sexual violence.



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BOARD MEMBERS NEEDED

SCCAA & YCCSC 2025 ANNUAL REPORTS

Want to Volunteer? Need Volunteers? START HERE


One of the most common questions the Sutter Yuba Homeless Consortium receives is, “How can I help?” or “Where can I volunteer?”


While volunteer opportunities with the Consortium itself are typically available once a year during our annual Point-in-Time Count, many of our partner agencies and subgrantees offer volunteer opportunities year-round.


To make it easier to get involved, we’ve added a “Volunteer” link on our website (found under the “More” tab). There, community members can explore current volunteer opportunities and follow direct links to sign up with participating organizations.



Check it out—and share it with a friend!

https://www.syhomelessconsortium.org/volunteer


To add your agencies volunteer opportunity to the site, contact April Buck at

 ceassist@syhomelessconsortium.org or (530) 845-2863.

Upcoming NPO Events and Requests

Yuba-Sutter Business Connection Breakfast

AI FOR BUSINESS


AI is everywhere-but knowing how to use it is another story. Join Michael Coogan for a practical look at how businesses are using AI today, where it adds real value, and where it doesn't. This in person session focuses on smart, responsible use, without the buzzwords or pressure.


Thursday May 7 | Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento at Fire Mountain |7:30 am.


Scan the QR Code to REGISTER NOW



So You Can's

Fiesta Bunco Bash


So You Can is hosting this fun Bunco Event to raise funds for its programs. Join them for a fun-filled afternoon of Bunco and delicious food.


Sunday, April 19, 2026 | Event starts at Noon

GrayRose Studio

319 D Street, Marysville CA 95901


Scan the QR code to secure your spot

Marysville Kiwanis Club's

Spring Fling Fore Kids


There is still time to participate to have a fun day on the golf course and support the Marysville Kiwanis Club's programs and events.


$600 per team which includes green fees, cart, prizes, breakfast, lunch and snacks.


It's all about the Kids!


Friday, April 24, 2026 | 9:00 am Shotgun

Plumas Lake Golf & CC

Marysville CA 95901


Entry Form, sponsor packet and information

Yuba City - Feather River Tribal Health

Spring Gathering


Feather River Tribal Health is hosting a Health & Resource Fair /Family Fund Day on Thursday, April 9th, from 11 AM to 3 PM at 555 W Onstott Road, Yuba City. (see attached flyer)


They are looking to expand partnerships with Yuba and Sutter County organizations and are providing an opportunity to showcase your services, connect with the community, and create new collaborative relationships.


Their Spring Gathering is designed to connect local families with health resources, social services, and fun activities, including:

  • Native American arts, crafts, and beading
  • Games and raffle prizes
  • Health and wellness education
  • Native American herbalist ecological demonstrations


Spaces for agencies are limited, so they encourage you to secure your spot as soon as possible by contacting Colin Reece at:

Email: colin.reece@frth.org

Phone: 530-353-6133 ext.805


They also welcome information on any upcoming events your organization is hosting, as they are eager to help share opportunities with the community.

YSEDC is committed to assisting our local nonprofits in building capacity for their programs and projects. If you wish to submit an article to promote an event or have a success story to share, please submit 10 days prior to our publication date. The next publication will be on or around June 1, 2026. You may submit your articles in Microsoft word, pdf, or jpeg formats to croderick@ysedc.org

Yuba-Sutter Economic Development Corporation

www.chooseyubasutter.com