Dive into the power of data to drive racial and social justice, gaining tools to analyze data through a racial justice lens and collaborate with communities to build more equitable and inclusive systems.

In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, learn how two local organizations in Santa Cruz County are committed to addressing domestic violence. Through their initiatives, they support survivors and families, foster community dialogue, and strive to create safe and just communities.

Demographic data is essential across various fields, shaping decision-making and influencing programs, grants, public health initiatives, and policy. Gain a foundational understanding, explore its significance, and learn to leverage this information effectively to enhance your work.

Curious about how power mapping can support your organization’s goals? Explore this concept and learn about tools that can help you address the root causes of inequities.

Learn how to understand population health data, identify crucial data elements in graphs and visualizations, navigate key data sources on DataShare, and effectively use population health data in your work.

Watch this high-level overview of key concepts and tools from previous CORE RFP trainings, which were offered to help you develop and refine your CORE application for the FY 25-28 funding cycle.

Learn how to prepare a program budget that aligns with your evaluation strategy, write a detailed budget narrative, and decide whether and how to complete the optional leveraging template for CORE applications in Tiers 1 and 2.

Learn how to access the CORE application, create an account, and fill out applications in the online platform.

Learn how to search for relevant community-level data on DataShare and other sources, accurately describe community-level trends, disparities, or inequities using everyday language, and cite data and sources in grant proposals when character counts are limited.

Watch the recording of the virtual Applicants' Conference hosted by the Santa Cruz County Human Services Department (HSD), where the RFP was reviewed and initial questions about the application process were answered.

Learn about the CORE Investments Framework, get tips on how to apply your theory of change and logic model to describe your proposed program, incorporating the CORE Continuum of Results and Evidence and Equitable Evaluation Framework™ principles for planning and evaluation, and much more.

Learn about the CORE Investments Framework, get tips on using data to identify community strengths and needs, describe inequities without harmful stereotypes, and leverage community assets to address well-being inequities.