Across Salinas, neighbors are coming together to protect the community we love. There is a place for you in this movement.
Join the Movement →Something is happening in Salinas. Neighbors who never thought of themselves as activists are finding their voice. Here is what is bringing them in.
Maybe your landlord raised rent and you wondered where families go when they can't keep up. Maybe you noticed your kid's classmate moved away mid-year. These moments add up. You start to realize this isn't just someone else's problem.
Caring about affordable housing is one thing. Actually doing something about it feels different. Volunteers say the same thing: "I just wanted to help." That instinct is enough. We will give you the tools and the team.
Salinas was the first rural, majority-Latino city in Monterey County to pass tenant protections. What happens here sends a message everywhere. You are not just helping your neighbors. You are helping set the standard.
"I didn't think of myself as an activist. I'm just a mom who wanted her kids to grow up in the same neighborhood they started in. Turns out, a lot of people feel the same way."
Educators who watch students disappear mid-year because their families were priced out. They know stability at home means success in the classroom.
The people who feed America deserve to live in the communities they sustain. Many have called Salinas home for generations.
People building a future for their kids right here. They want their children to grow up with roots, not wondering where they will move next.
Not every supporter is a renter. Many homeowners know that a healthy community needs stable neighborhoods for everyone, not just those who already own.
There is no one way to help. Pick what works for your schedule and your strengths.
Talk to neighbors about the November ballot measure. No script needed, just real conversations with people who share your community.
Help us reach more people through social media, email, and digital content. Great if you prefer working from home.
Help make sure every eligible voter is ready for November. Set up at events, farmers markets, and community spaces.
Not everyone wants to be out front. We need help with logistics, data entry, event setup, translation, and planning.
You do not need experience. You do not need to know everything about housing policy. You just need to care about your community. That is enough.