Sierra Health Foundation

Stop the Hate

Protecting Every Community

California’s Stop the Hate program is implemented through a statewide network of regional leads supporting more than 170 community-based organizations across the state. From 2022-2026 through 35 trusted partners across Northern California and the San Joaquin Valley, The Center at Sierra Health Foundation served as one of those regional leads, coordinating culturally rooted services that build safety, healing and resilience—from legal and mental health support to community-based education and prevention efforts.

The number of people reached from, along with the state’s $18,849,000 investment, reflect the scale of the response in Northern California and the San Joaquin Valley—but the true impact is measured in lives protected, families supported and communities strengthened.

 

Feature Artwork Pictured: Stop the Hate partner Sacramento State University students created art to represent the history of their communities at an arts and media showcase.

Feature Artwork: Stop the Hate partner Sacramento State University students created art to represent the history of their communities at an arts and media showcase.

Feature Artwork Pictured: Stop the Hate partner Sacramento State University students created art to represent the history of their communities at an arts and media showcase.

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35 Community-based partners

Northern CA and
San Joaquin Valley
Regional Lead

367,171 Californians participated in Stop the Hate partner outreach efforts

6,053 clients received direct services from our partners

2,483 community members were provided referrals and other navigation and case services

1,604 clients received assistance with legal services

1,517 community members participated in wellness and community healing efforts

1,211 community members of all ages received training related to hate crimes and hate incidents

All statistics reflect a 9-month period between 2023-2024

 
 

Stop the Hate partner, Healing Together at a healing circle.

 

“Next year, we’ll be expanding our circles to youth in San Francisco with the launch of our Voice Identity Dignity Agency Program along with expanding our work in the Central Valley as well. None of this would be possible without the flows of water from our Stop the Hate funding, the belief and backing behind our potential and capacity to heal.”

Amy Paulson
Executive Director at Healing Together,
Stop the Hate partner

Community Partners

Meet our 35 community-based partners who are the heart of Stop the Hate. Across Northern California and the San Joaquin Valley, they turned resources into action, trusted relationships into impact and a shared vision into support for more than 350,000 Californians in preventing and responding to hate. Click below to discover the unique role each organization played in strengthening communities and advancing belonging.

Continued need for Stop the Hate program­ming

The impact shared through the above partner stories reflects what is possible when California invests in trusted community organizations who understand the lived experiences of those most targeted by hate. But this progress—and the safety net it creates—is only possible with sustained funding, continued collaboration and strong policy leadership. Hate incidents have not diminished, and the need for coordinated prevention, awareness and response efforts remains urgent. California must continue to invest in the programs and partnerships that ensure no community faces hate alone.

If you or someone you know experiences a hate incident or hate crime in California, take action:

  • Report AAPI and other hate crimes and incidents to Stop AAPI Hate or through CA vs Hate, which offers confidential, multilingual support.
  • Speak out against hate and intolerance whenever you witness it and feel safe doing so.
  • Offer support to victims, provide referrals to community organizations assisting them.
  • Participate in or organize community rallies to give survivors a platform and voice.
  • Ask public officials to publicly condemn hate crimes and advocate for stronger protection.

With continued partnership, investment and commitment, we can build a California where every community—across identity, age, and background—feels protected, valued and free from hate. Learn more about California Department of Social Services’ Stop the Hate funding.

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Stop the Hate partner, Oasis Legal Services, joining for the Immigration Day of Action at the Capitol.
Group of people holding Stop The Hate signs in front of the California State Capitol