City of Salinas, California sent this bulletin at 06/02/2025 12:30 PM PDT
Welcome to our CASP Digest June 2, 2025
NEXT CASP MEETING
Join us for our next CASP meeting on Wednesday June 4, 2025 at 10:00 am. The My Life Story Conference planning team will give us a preview on this exciting event. You will also get a chance to introduce yourself, make announcements, and network!
My Life Story Conference
We’re excited to announce that our 6th Annual Youth Violence Prevention and Intervention Conference is just around the corner!
Welcome to the My Life Story Conference 2025: "Because Every Family Deserves to Thrive."
Join us for a powerful, in-person event dedicated to the strength of personal narratives and community impact. This day-long conference will feature inspiring speakers, interactive workshops, and meaningful networking opportunities. Together, we'll explore the unique paths that shape us and the shared commitment to supporting justice-impacted families.
🗓 Date: Friday, June 13, 2025 🕣 Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 Location: Soledad Community Center, 560 Walker Drive, Soledad
Check out this outstanding video created by Alvaro "Coach Al" Venegas and his team at Man 0n A Missi0n, highlighting the 2025 Community Alliance for Safety and Peace (CASP) Awards!
Coach Al served as our inspiring keynote speaker, helping us celebrate the incredible contributions of Dawn Allen, Melissa Edwards, Ceci Pacheco, and Julia Muruato.
Thank you to Coach Al and his team for the uplifting and empowering speech and for creating a video that captures the heart of the 2025 CASP Awards. It’s a meaningful way for us to remember and reflect on this special event.
If you have trouble accessing the presentations, please email brisas@ci.salinas.ca.us for a PDF copy.
Shining in Our Community
Career & Resource Fair - Salinas Police Department & Rancho Cielo
This past week, Chief Acosta, the Salinas Police Department, and Rancho Cielo came together to host an unforgettable Career and Resource Fair, a vibrant showcase of opportunity, inspiration, and community connection.
With over 20 organizations in attendance, students explored careers across different industries including medical, technology, agriculture, armed forces, auto repair, nonprofits, résumé building, and more. One of the highlights was a recent Rancho Cielo graduate who returned, not as a student, but as a local business owner, proudly representing what’s possible through hard work and community support.
More than just a fair, this event was a celebration of possibility. It offered students the chance to meet professionals, ask questions, and envision a future full of promise.
Chief Acosta left students with a powerful message: “Take this opportunity to ask questions. Learn about different fields and think about what excites you… Remember, every conversation is a chance to connect and create opportunities.”
Looking Ahead
Mark your calendars! Here are the upcoming meeting dates.
June 4, 2025 (Virtual): My Life Story Conference Preview June 18, 2025 (In-Person): Salinas Science Workshops
CASP Strategic Plan on Violence Prevention
Click on the image below to view our digital flip e-zine of our Comprehensive Strategic Plan to Prevent and Reduce Violence.
Announcements
Cal Wellness is launching the Be Well, Lead Well Sabbatical Award Program, offering up to eight $60,000 grants to nonprofit health equity organizations in California. The program provides senior leaders the opportunity to take restorative sabbaticals, ensuring their teams continue to operate at a high level during their absence. This initiative is designed to promote rest and rejuvenation for leaders, while also supporting the ongoing health and performance of the organization.
Program Highlights:
Grant Amount: Up to $60,000 per organization
At least $45,000 for the leader’s sabbatical (salary/expenses)
Up to $15,000 for professional development for staff and interim leadership
Eligibility:
Nonprofit health organizations based in California
Serving historically underserved communities (e.g., low-income, people of color, rural areas)
Senior leader with at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role
Full-time and committed to staying for 2-3 more years
Application Period: April 28, 2025 – June 20, 2025 (11:59 p.m. PDT)
Key Dates:
Application Deadline: June 20, 2025, 11:59 p.m. PDT
Your organization has not presented at CASP this year? You presented early on the year and have new exciting information you want to share to CASP? We only have 4 spots left for the remaining of 2025! Don't wait and email us now to schedule your presentation.
We have both in-person (7:00am) and Zoom (10:00am) slots available.
brisas@ci.salinas.ca.us or jose.arreola@ci.salinas.ca.us
OTHER RESOURCES:
2-1-1 Monterey County
Click here to look up/learn about Monterey County resources.
ACE's Study
Statistical data from the Child Abuse Prevention Council.
The City of Salinas will only accept applications for job postings that are currently open. To view a listing of our current employment opportunities and apply for positions, please visit our Government Jobs career page.
We're thrilled to announce that First 5 Monterey County is seeking a Finance & Grants Manager to join our team! Please share this news with anyone who you think may be interested.
First 5 Monterey County enriches the lives of children and families by elevating early childhood as a priority, strengthening connections, and advancing quality within a whole system of care and support.
The Finance & Grants Manager role supports F5MC by overseeing day-to-day financial activity, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations. The position requires significant financial and accounting skills and experience. This role plays a vital part in managing grants, budgets, contracts, and financial reporting under the direction of the Director of Finance while working closely with internal teams.
By contributing to the Community Alliance for Safety and Peace, you're helping build a safer and stronger community for everyone. All funds will be used for upcoming CASP events and activities, including the CASP Awards, March for Peace, My Life Story Conference, community outreach, and more!
