Tuesday 14 May 2024

For the Good of the Cause in Sonoma County

Sonoma County Tourism: Stewardship is in our DNA

As a destination stewardship organization, Sonoma County Tourism supports local businesses making a community impact. Many are instrumental in driving positive change locally and beyond. For example, the Purpose collection of wines at Eco Terrano Wines and Vineyard directly gives back to area nonprofits, allowing consumers to positively impact the community. Griffo Distillery donates 10% of all profits of their canned cocktails to Climate Action. Equality Vines champions the rights of women, migrants and those who identify as LGBTQ+ by donating a percentage of sales to related organizations. Bricoleur Vineyard's “Sip with Purpose” campaign donates to the V Foundation for cancer research for each bottle purchased, and for every case purchased the founders of Bricoleur Vineyards will match with a $60 donation. SingleThread’s owners Kyle and Katina Connaughton are members of the Board of Advocates for The Skatepark Project, a nonprofit established by skateboarding icon Tony Hawk. The Skatepark Project issues grants to low-income communities to build quality public skateparks and provides guidance to city officials, parents, and children through the process. Numerous Sonoma County businesses support charitable causes. Learn more about Sonoma County winery partners that give back.

BloodRoot Wine Ramble

The Ramble is a homegrown Sonoma County music and wine festival. Kelly and Noah Dorrance, the founders and trendsetting wine label, BloodRoot and Reeve Wines produce the 2-day musical event. It’s for an important cause: since losing their niece last year in a school shooting in Nashville, the Healdsburg couple have rallied wine and music friends to raise more than $200,000 to advocate for sensible gun ownership legislation. Proceeds from this year’s Ramble supports Giffords, a nonprofit led by former congresswoman, Gabrielle Giffords. The event will bring together LA-based indie rockers Lord Huron, along with Andrew Bird, Cautious Clay, and others. June 7 and 8.

From Vineyards to Community: SCVF's Commitment to Sonoma's Most Vulnerable

Sonoma County Vintners Foundation (SCVF), a distinguished 501c(3) nonprofit, is dedicated to consistently supporting local nonprofit organizations, championing those most in need within the community. Through its Community Grants program, the Foundation offers accessible and responsive grants, addressing the pressing needs of Sonoma County. Over the past six years, SCVF has distributed grants to over 430 organizations, spanning education, literacy, health, human services, environmental conservation, and arts and culture. Partnering with the Redwood Empire Food Bank, SCVF is set to make a tangible difference at Taste of Sonoma. SVCF will have collection bins at the entrance, inviting attendees to contribute non-perishable foods for neighbors facing hunger. June 22.

Planting Hope: Farm to Pantry Seeks Gardening Volunteers to Make a Difference

With a goal of planting 1000 starts each week, Farm to Pantry’s Farm to Fight Hunger team is looking for gardening-hand power to dig in the dirt and make a difference. Sonoma County’s non-profit organization Farm to Pantry focuses on reducing food waste and addresses food insecurity in the community. The organization works to gather excess or aesthetic imperfect produce from local farms, gardens and orchards, and redistributes it to those in need through various channels, such as food banks, shelters, and community meal programs. By connecting excess food with people who can use it, Farm to Pantry aims to combat hunger, promote sustainability, and strengthen local food systems.

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