SIEDI (Salinas Inclusive Economic Development Initiative) began as a collective journey by nine community-based organizations with a shared commitment to build a more inclusive and equitable economy for the families and communities of the Salinas Valley. Each organization receives mentoring and operational support over the three years.
SIEDI was funded by a $3 million grant from The James Irvine Foundation in partnership with the Community Foundation for Monterey County. The grant supported nonprofits and community groups to influence inclusive recovery and economic development efforts, especially those related to the preservation and creation of quality, family-sustaining jobs in Salinas. The program increased the number of family-sustaining, good jobs in Salinas and strengthened the CFMC’s capacity to engage in inclusive economic development efforts.
In 2024, SIEDI was renewed for another two years thanks to a generous $3.35 million grant from The James Irvine Foundation. SIEDI Part 2 will continue to build on previous work and include three additional cohort members. The success so far demonstrates the impact that can be made by deep, consistent investment in our community leaders.
*added in SIEDI Part 2
To support our journey of Exploration and Discovery, we have entered into partnerships with:
SIEDI will help us achieve our goals by becoming a space where we:
Ken Smith, SIEDI Phase 1 Project Director, noted the spirit in which the cohorts have come to the table. “They share a clear sense of urgency and a determination to succeed,” he said. “I am very optimistic.”
Learn more about SIEDI.
Community Foundation for Monterey County
Monterey Office
2354 Garden Road
Monterey, CA 93940
Salinas Office
945 South Main Street, Suite 207
Salinas, CA 93901
Home page background photos
courtesy of Chris Burnham
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