Blog

Workforce Development Spotlight: Maria is Measuring Her Own Success
Posted: September 26, 2023
Maria, a recent graduate of our Construction Certification Workforce Development Program, has an incredible story, one that illustrates how Canal Alliance’s Workforce Programs remove barriers to success for Marin County’s Latino community. Maria’s journey showcases the immense value of these programs, the access they create to higher-paying jobs, and an improved quality of life.

Canal Alliance and Marin Housing Leaders Convene for Summit at Dominican University of California
Posted: September 21, 2023
Organizations from across Marin gathered on September 14 at Dominican University of California to work together to find solutions for Marin’s worsening housing crisis.

Breaking Barriers: Celebrating Catherine Ramberg’s 20 Years of Teaching in the Latino Community
Posted: August 24, 2023
Today, we honor Catherine Ramberg, who has been instrumental in shaping the lives of countless students through her dedication and passion for teaching over the past 20 years.

The Value of Institutional Giving. Meet our Team!
Posted: June 22, 2023
Meet the Canal Alliance grants team! This team is responsible for acquiring grants that fund our programs that bolster the Canal community!

Catching Up with Ria Espinoza at Point Reyes National Seashore
Posted: June 22, 2023
Last time we checked in with Ria Espinosa, a graduate of our UP! program, was in 2022. She had just obtained her undergraduate degree at Cal Poly Humboldt, had started as the Race and Equity Intern for the city of Arcata, and was looking to further her career. Now, one year later, Ria is the Bilingual Environmental Educator at Point Reyes National Seashore (PRNS).

Celebrating Sally Hauser, Longtime Canal Alliance Supporter
Posted: June 12, 2023
Meet Sally Hauser, an advocate for the Canal community since 1993, learn why sally continues supports Canal Alliance!

Strengthening Latinx Advocacy with the San Francisco Foundation
Posted: June 7, 2023
Explore how Canal Alliance is fostering Latinx advocacy and power-building through a dynamic collaboration, supported by a $3M grant from the San Francisco Foundation. This initiative empowers Latinx-led organizations across the Bay Area to drive transformative change in their communities

A seven-year path to residency
Posted: April 6, 2023
In May 2022, seven years after she emigrated from Guatemala, Karla Rodas became a U.S. resident. She credits the Immigration Legal Services (ILS) team at Canal Alliance with helping her to achieve this milestone.

A journey to a brighter future
Posted: April 5, 2023
Discover the inspiring story of Blanca Garcia, a nursing student and mother who overcame adversity with the help of Canal Alliance. Learn how she transformed her life and now pursues her dreams in the medical field.

Painting by Oscar Morales commemorates anniversary
Posted: October 27, 2022
We are proud to unveil an original painting by Oscar Morales. The piece of art was commissioned to mark the 40th anniversary of Canal Alliance and to celebrate the paths of immigrants who are overcoming barriers to achieve their dreams.