Youth Grantmakers
Youth Grantmakers
Service Area
Riverside & San Bernardino Counties
Who We Serve
Youth
What we Provide
Awareness about philanthropy in the community
Youth Grantmakers (YGM) develops knowledge and awareness about the importance of philanthropy in our communities. Participants are high school students who express an interest in leadership. In 2021, three graduates were awarded grants for activities and causes ranging from focusing on at-risk youth, scholarships for DACA students, and using creative writing to help those recovering from mental health issues.This year the program was also recognized by California State Assemblywomen Sabrina Cervantes of District 60, which serves western Riverside County.
Interested in this program?
Substance Use Prevention
Substance Use Prevention
Service Area
San Bernardino Counties
Who We Serve
Community Members, Teachers, Parents
What we Provide
Substance use prevention
The policy and prevention team conducted additional virtual town halls in 2021 focused on substance use prevention. Reach Out joined partnered stakeholders across multiple counties to expand efforts. The town halls were a platform to deliver direct education, promote intentional discussions through breakout activities, and bridge gaps with community partners and residents.
In January 2021, Melissa Grisi, LCSW, CAADC, EMDR Certified Therapist (also a trauma-informed yoga teacher and clay artist) presented “Stages of Change,” a trauma-informed approach to substance use treatment and recovery. In March 2021, Reach Out was part of a program entitled Drug and Alcohol Facts Week. Facilitators included Belinda Ordaz, Project Coordinator, and Gloria Andino, Prevention Coordinator, both from the National Institute on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. Their presentation focused on shattering the myths around alcohol and other drugs.
Coalitions
Community Coalitions
Fontana Community Coalition
Service Area
Fontana
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
The Fontana Community Coalition (FCC) is a passionate, dedicated and attentive grassroots community partnership that promotes positive direction and opportunity for youth recognition, celebration of Fontana’s cultural diversity, policy and collaborative solutions that respond to the specific needs of the community. FCC strives to bring community members and organizations together by utilizing media, policy, ordinances, community organization, and capacity building to reduce and prevent substance abuse.
The Drug-Free Communities Coalition strives to bring community members and organizations together by using media, policy, ordinances, community organizations, and capacity building to prevent and reduce substance use by young people.
When:
Every odd month on the 3rd Wednesday at 12-1pm
Info & Registration:
Larenn@we-reachout.org
Partners for Innovative Communities Coalition
Service Area
Upland, Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, Chino, Chino Hills, Montclair, Fontana
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
The mission of Partners for Innovative Communities is to empower communities by increasing their capacity to create healthy and safe environments through policy design, partnerships, and collaborations. Current members include law enforcement, elected officials, youth organizations, faith-based organizations, business owners, community providers, youth, parents, school officials, community stakeholders, advisors, health care providers, health care professionals, colleges, universities and other community coalition members.
When:
Every even month on the 4th Thursday, 12-1pm
Info & Registration:
Aruran@we-reachout.org
(951) 542-1426
Morongo Basin Community Coalition
Service Area
Morongo Valley, Yucca Valley, Pioneertown, Landers, Joshua Tree, Twentynine Palms, Wonder Valley
Who We Serve
Potential Partners and Community Members
The Morongo Basin Community Coalition (MBCC) is a community group focused on reducing substance misuse in the Morongo Basin. This coalition is designed to assist the community in building partnerships, engaging stakeholders, and facilitating community discussion to create a safer and healthier Morongo Basin.
When:
Every 2nd Thursday of the month, 3-4:30pm
Info & Registration:
Karmolette@we-reachout.org
(951) 554-1187
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Earned Income Tax Credit
Service Area
Riverside & San Bernardino Counties
Who We Serve
Community Members, Parents, and Families
What we Provide
Tax credit information
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a tax credit that individuals may claim while filing taxes to increase their refund amount. The EITC is for people who earn less than $59,187. Qualify with or without children.
Eligible tax payers can receive up to $6,935
Did you know? 20% of eligible workers do not claim the Earned Income Tax Credit
