Solano #2 Cohort, CA
Together for 5 years
This Cohort lasts five years so relationships can strengthen, processes can develop, and internal structures can be built. Together, Mile High Residential Treatment and Behavioral Health, North Bay Housing Coalition, and Sustainable Solano meet quarterly to present grant proposals to each other, vote on new grants, share progress updates, and seek advice on new challenges as they build capacity and grow.
The mission of Mile High Residential Treatment and Behavioral Health is to help our youth heal the wounds of various unfortunate traumatic experiences.
Founded 2003
The mission of Sustainable Solano is to promote ecologically regenerative, economically and socially just communities in a world that works for everyone.
Founded 2003
The mission of North Bay Housing Coalition is to increase affordable housing for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Founded 1990
Long-Term Community Investment
Magic Cabinet prioritizes community-born, led, and serving organizations to build their capacity and accelerate their impact. We believe if given the time, tools, and resources they ask for, the organizations and the communities they serve will flourish.
Capacity Building Projects Overview
An effective nonprofit is more than its programs. Each Cohort has access up to $2.5m through collectively approved capacity-building grants— approximately $500k available each year. Every Cohort member faces unique challenges and opportunities for their organization; that’s why they determine how to leverage Magic Cabinet funds.
Of the many benefits we’ve seen from our Cohort Model, there’s one unique aspect that defines its success: nonprofits resourcing each other to build stronger organizations through collaboration and connection.
Amidst a changing world, nonprofits feel the pressing need to adapt. However, within this challenge exists an opportunity to redefine their visual identity. Discover the intentional process our nonprofit partners took as they navigated change, embraced transformation, and paved the way for a fresh chapter.
Following our Community Input phase, our team dives back into research to connect with nonprofits and select organizations to fund. Our approach focuses on building more open and trusting relationships with communities.