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Just 18 months after launching, Sonoma State's AANHPI Student Achievement Program is already transforming campus life for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students. The program connects heritage with education through mentorship, weekly gatherings, and real-world learning opportunities.
Organizations across Sonoma County are recruiting volunteers for everything from rescuing injured birds to giving adaptive horseback riding lessons. These opportunities let locals make a real difference while earning perks like free state park passes.
When a raft became pinned against trees in fast-moving water on the Russian River, a Sonoma County Sheriff's helicopter crew pulled off a daring rescue using a 100-foot longline. All four people made it to safety thanks to quick thinking and expert training.
Community members in Sonoma are stepping up to care for historic cemeteries where generations of locals rest. After a successful February kickoff, the city has scheduled three more volunteer workdays this spring.
Two college friends turned a frustrating cologne shopping trip into a successful fragrance startup. Now they're giving back with a scholarship for future entrepreneurs at their alma mater.