Modesto is our town. There are tons of things that make it great. There are a bunch of things that we can do to make it better. We can volunteer, help others, give ideas, talk a lot, gather together, get a new job and a variety of things. We try to make it easier to find some community resources to make life better and more fun.

When a friend comes up to you and complains, "I would really like to volunteer, but I don't know where to go", you have a snappy answer. Here are some organizations that really need help. Whether you have time, money, ideas or all of the above, please contact these organizations and help our community. Every project, no matter how small will have a positive impact. There are so many things in Modesto that make our community great. This page has a variety of resources to help make you aware of things that we all can do in our city. Here are some main issues that you need to know.

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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

We have compiled a list of local community organizations that could use your help or donations. Please contact them for more information.

To see a list of organizations that need your help on an ongoing basis, click here to read the Lend A Hand. If there is an organization that you know about that is not listed, please let us know and we will get it posted. Tell us about it.

To find out if there if there are any charitable organizations that match your own personal style. Try these resources:
The Volunteer Center - (209) 524-1307 and Volunteer Match

Shape the Future of Modesto
There are a variety of ways that you can make Modesto the city you want. You can get on a city committee or you can volunteer for NEAT teams and many other things. You can work with other citizens and professionals to build a plan for the future and save the city some consultant bucks and put the future of the city in your hands.

Modesto Commonwealth
This is an energetic organization that is working to improve the image and the business climate in the greater Modesto Area. You can get involved and make a difference here
www.commonwealthmodesto.com

Downtown Blueprint
A few years ago, a group of citizens created a design for our downtown. It is awesome. The city and the county should be adopting these ideas.
Click here to read the latest draft of the Citizens Downtown Blueprint Committe.

Service Clubs -
Here are a list of the local service clubs and business organizations. Click here to get involved or if you need a make up meeting. These clubs include Rotary, Lions, Kiwanis, Soroptomists and more. If you want to add your service club information, please send it to info@modestoview.com

Neighborhood Organizations
There is a new way to make a difference in your own neighborhood. Form a neighborhood organization. Unify and unite the people in your own area. Focus on things that need to be done, and create a call to action. There are two great neighborhood organizations that need your help and support. Take action at the local level. The city council will really pay attention to you and good things will happen.

West Modesto/King Kennedy Collaborative
209-522-6902
Contact is: Carol Collins

Airport Neighbors United
209-567-8749

LaLoma Neighborhood Association
209-521-3036

Highway Village
Wayne Medford 
(209) 523-3598

The City of Modesto Website for Neighborhood Organizations. Click here