First 5 Sacramento's steadfast commitment to creating a better future means ensuring ALL children have equitable access to critical services.
To better support Sacramento's diverse, multicultural communities the Commission added Racial Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (REDI) and Cultural Responsiveness (CR) as the centerpiece to our work.
We believe this approach is vital to empowering healthier families, neighborhoods and communities in Sacramento County.
How Equity in Action is Changing the Game
First 5 Sacramento is leading the way with a new, community-driven approach called participatory grantmaking.
This is a community-focused funding process that shifts away from traditional funding models by inviting local residents particularly those from historically underfunded communities to the table to help decide where resources should go for children. This process prioritizes equity, lived experiences, and local expertise in the decision-making of where grant funds will go.
With this new approach, the Equity in Action Committee can:
- Share power with the community
- Elevate voices that are often left out
- Build equity, trust and fairness
- Fund the programs that matter most to families
- Ensure all Sacramento children and families are supported
Building a Better Future
This process isn't just about distributing funds—it's about changing the system to create a more equitable and sustainable future for under-resourced organizations that help ALL children and families thrive.
