Grassroots Efforts

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Diverse crowd enjoying a vibrant cultural heritage festival with colorful decorations, food stalls, and stages, showcasing community spirit.

Global cultural heritage festivals build community impact in 2026

Each year, Musikfest alone attracts over 1 million people, according to ArtsQuest , while the Eisteddfod y Garreg Las expects 150,000 visitors, largely funded by £400,000 raised by local committees, r

Eleanor Voss·August 3, 2026

Diverse community members receiving legal aid and participating in workshops at a community center during AANHPI Heritage Month.

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AANHPI Heritage Month: Community Groups Offer Immediate Support

While Orange County announces a month-long AANHPI Heritage Month celebration for May 2026, organizations like AJSOCAL are already providing critical citizenship and legal clinics every week this May t

Eleanor Voss·May 2, 2026

Diverse community members engaged in art activities within a sunlit, vibrant community center, fostering creativity and connection.

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Community initiatives are building social cohesion and identity, but need more funding.

In Sonoma County, a record 59 organizations applied for local arts funding this year, vying for grants totaling $180,000, according to Sonoma Index-Tribune.

Eleanor Voss·April 16, 2026