We invest in people through community action.

NCO is committed to helping fire survivors with long-term recovery needs. In partnership with Redwood Credit Union, The Community Foundation of Mendocino County, and the Mendo Strong Fundraiser, NCO disbursed a total of $805,000 to 702 aaplicants across Lake and Mendocino Counties.

To learn more about the Fire Relief Fund, click here To donate to the Redwood Complex Fire relief fund in Mendocino County, click here. To donate to the Sulphur Fire relief fund in Lake County, click here.

The NCO Gardens Project relies on government grants and community fundraising to continue to expand and sustain their network of gardens. NCO Gardens Project has now launched the “Growing Our Future” crowdfunding campaign to raise $17,000. Click here to donate.

The mobile Friday Produce Pantry (FPP) provides food to Lake County communities during the first four Friday’s of each month, moving to two different locations each Friday and serving a total of 8 communities monthly. Seasonal fruits and vegetables are available with a variety of goods from multiple suppliers like Amy’s Kitchen and Petaluma Poultry.

Today, 26 escrows are open for active projects planning to utilize the CalHome Loan Program. Approximately $1.375 million in CalHome loans is expected to be awarded to eligible borrowers in Lake County by summer 2018. Thanks to the CalHome Loan Program, Susanne is now living in her beautiful, newly built home on Cobb Mountain.

The County of Mendocino, Community Foundation of Mendocino County, and North Coast Opportunities have established the Mendocino - Rebuilding Our Community (M-ROC) Resource Room. The M-ROC Resource Room provides case management for recovery planning, application assistance, and resource navigation for fire survivors.

The NCO Wildfire Relief Fund assists those facing hardship by providing direct monetary aid to people who have suffered loss as a result of the fires.

Critical needs grants provide the opportunity to help our neighbors as they begin rebuilding. If you or someone you know of is struggling with a fire-related road block, the folks at the Mendocino-ROC Resource Room are there to help (Ukiah Valley Conference Center - drop in hours M-Th from 10am - 2pm, or by appointment | 621-8817 | mendorecovery@gmail.com).

NCO partnered with area organizations to support fire survivors. If you prefer to make a donation in person, please visit an NCO office. 100% of the proceeds collected will be returned directly to the community.

NCO employs nearly 200 people around the North Coast, and frequently has job openings across its more than dozen programs and projects. Check out what's available here!