At just five years old, Jonathan migrated to California with his parents in search of a better life. Like many immigrant families, financial pressures shaped his early years. After graduating […]
Making change and scaling Canal Alliance with strategic funding from Tipping Point Community Over two decades ago, Omar Carrera went to an ATM in Quito, Ecuador and saw a sign […]
Dear Friends, When I last wrote, we had just moved into our new headquarters at 711 Grand Avenue, had just launched our Nuestro Canal, Nuestro Futuro community planning initiative, and […]
Canal Alliance is a crucial resource for the Latino immigrant community, providing Know Your Rights training and Family Preparedness education workshops, in addition to providing ongoing legal services and public […]
The Policy, Advocacy, and Civic Engagement (PACE) program is dedicated to engaging the Canal community around important topics such as transportation, public safety, and climate adaptation. Their goal is to […]
Ruth Jaeger, a Corte Madera resident and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist, has spent much of her life dedicated to helping others. Ruth was born in Israel and […]
At Canal Alliance, we strive to support our employees in their daily work to address the complex issues of poverty and migration, which requires constant learning and adaptation. Because the […]
Canal Alliance has been a strong advocate for the Canal neighborhood for decades, working to address the unique climate change challenges faced by the community,. including advocacy for improved housing […]
Rosa’s journey to the United States from Mexico was motivated by her desire for safety for herself and her children. Ongoing violence and assault in her community pushed her to make […]
San Rafael Residents Speak Out on Flooding, Displacement, and the Need for Immediate Solutions At the San Rafael City Council meeting on March 3, 2025, the community gathered to address […]
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