$31,464 raised by 125 donors
63% complete
$50,000 Goal
Sierra 2 Center for the Arts & Community is a designated City of Sacramento historical building, constructed in 1923. It was saved from demolition in the early 80's by a group of Curtis Park neighbors who envisioned it to be the social and architectural centerpiece of the neighborhood. Today, it not only serves as the gathering place for residents of Curtis Park but is now also the place where people from throughout Sacramento gather to learn, play, and explore through the many events, activities, and classes offered here. In addition to operating Sierra 2 Center for the Arts & Community, Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Association serves as the voice for residents of the Curtis Park neighborhood, advocating to preserve, protect and promote the elements that make the historical neighborhood special. Examples include protection of heritage trees and wildlife, safety and crime prevention, environmental conservation, architecture, and building community.
Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Associate (SCNA) promotes arts inclusiveness, awareness, and involvement for a safe, vibrant neighborhood. We actively participate in preserving the heritage of and enhancing the quality of life in the Curtis Park neighborhood and throughout Sacramento by operating the Sierra 2 Center for the Arts & Community, a vibrant art and cultural incubator that serves as the heart of our work.
Ongoing support and funding are needed to continue the care, maintenance and improvement of Sierra 2 Center's 101-year-old building, and historic 40,000 square foot, 3-acre property in the heart of Curtis Park.
The Senior Center at Sierra 2 plays a vital role in enriching the lives of our region’s senior community. It provides a warm, welcoming space where older adults can engage in a variety of activities—from health and wellness programs to classes, games, and social opportunities. These offerings help combat isolation, improve mental and physical well-being, and foster meaningful connections.
To continue offering these invaluable services and expand our programming, we need your support. Your donation will help us purchase essential supplies, expand our class offerings, create more social opportunities through events, and fund dedicated staff to ensure a fun and enriching environment for our seniors. With your generosity, we aim to raise $11,000 to sustain and grow the Senior Center’s offerings. Together, we can provide a welcoming space where our senior community can thrive, connect, and enjoy a higher quality of life.
Since its inception, SCNA/Sierra 2 Centers has been dedicated to optimizing the DEIA lens through our staff, leadership, and program participants. We ensure fair treatment and access to opportunities for all staff, board and creative candidates, employees, contractors, and board members that move from recruitment to hiring to contracting. Standard practice includes addressing annual training for leadership, staff, and board members, creating safe discussion zones, optimizing communication between individuals with regular discussions, and a zero-tolerance mandate for unkind, unwelcomed, disrespectful behavior. We work hard to create a welcoming environment for all. We rely on team members to step in when needed and continue cross-training staff to build skills and increase operational understanding and acceptance for those we serve.
Organization name
Sierra 2 Center for the Arts & Community
other names
SCNA
1984
Tax id (EIN)
94-2797260
Mission Category
Arts, Culture & Humanities
Operating Budget
$500,001-$1 million
Organization Need
Funding: Unrestricted, Technology, Funding: Program, Funding: Other, Volunteers
Demographics Served
General population
Local Counties Served
Sacramento
Address
2791 24th StSacramento, CA, US