Shasta College and The McConnell Foundation are working together on an initiative to increase educational opportunities. “North State Together” was recently awarded a three-year, $2.5 million grant by The McConnell Foundation to support a regional “Cradle to Career” collaborative. “North State Together” was formed out of the successful work of Expect More Tehama and Reach Higher Shasta. “North State Together” will add Trinity, Siskiyou and Modoc, to the Shasta and Tehama efforts.
The goal of this initiative is to work with each county to help them address their unique community needs by leveraging partnerships in the business, philanthropic, nonprofit, civic, faith and educational communities.
A support team of dedicated staff will help plan, manage, and advocate for partnerships and project based funding throughout the five counties. The Shasta College Foundation, a nonprofit arm of Shasta College, will serve as the fiscal agent for “North State Together”.
“It is an honor for Shasta College to take the lead in bringing committed partners together in Northern California, and assist people and communities in career advancement, economic growth, and improved health,” said Dr. Joe Wyse, Superintendent/President of Shasta College. “Shasta College is excited to provide the support and coordination required to create positive economic and educational change in our region in the form of “North State Together.” We look forward to taking on this important role and welcome the communities we serve to celebrate the accomplishments with us along the way,” added Wyse.
