AGWest Farm Credit program provides grants to non-profit organizations for projects that improve rural communities. This includes efforts such as building or improving facilities; purchasing necessary equipment to facilitate a local program; and funding capital improvements which enhance a community’s infrastructure, viability and/or prosperity.

Deadline: December 15, 2026

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5 Ways Nonprofits Can Balance Creativity and Structure

By Elise Larsen

Learn how balancing creativity with structure can help your nonprofit foster innovation - without compromising your mission and goals.



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Grant Writing: Getting the Most Out of Volunteers, While Giving the Most to Them

By David Beard

Three lessons explain why a grant writing class is different from every other writing class in college, and they explain why a nonprofit might invest in training volunteers and staff in the skills of grant writing.

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Common Proposal Writing Mistakes You Can Fix Today!

By Alice Ruhnke

Writing grant proposals can be a daunting task for both novice and experienced writers. There is an art to proposal writing, and understanding the terms and technical aspects of an application is not always an easy task. The good news is that time and practice can help you improve your skills. 



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Community Support Helps Revitalize

Tri-Counties Community Center

For years, Tri-Counties Community Center at 1830 B Street in Marysville has provided a place for people of all ages to come together, learn, and have fun. From Seniors on the Go and roller skating to drumming, archery, improv, arts and crafts, and more, the center offers a variety of activities that bring the community together. 

Now, thanks to Nor-Cal Siders and its Step Up community initiative, the center has received critical structural repairs that will help keep its doors open for the community. The exterior renovation and demolition work was completed in September, giving the building a fresh new look.



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Taste of Yuba-Sutter

October 9, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Yuba-Sutter Fairgrounds

442 Franklin Avenue

Yuba City, CA 95991

Join one of Yuba-Sutter's premier annual events and connect with hundreds of attendees through food, wine, shopping, entertainment and community engagement!

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