At EG S.P.E.A.K.S., our mission is to empower and uplift students with disabilities and their families within the Elk Grove Unified School District region by providing comprehensive support and resources to connect individuals to the necessary advocacy and education they deserve. By fostering a caring and inclusive community, we strive to enhance the lives of families and promote their overall well-being. Together, we work towards creating a brighter future where individuals with disabilities thrive and are embraced by all.
1) Sustainable Funding and Organizational Capacity
EG SPEAKS is experiencing growing demand for advocacy, sensory supports, and family services, but current funding and staffing levels limit the organization’s capacity to serve all families seeking support. Sustainable funding is needed to expand staff capacity, stabilize programs, and reduce reliance on volunteer labor so that services remain accessible, timely, and equitable.
Why this matters: Without stable funding and staffing, families face delays in advocacy support, training opportunities, and accessible programming.
2) Expanded Outreach and Community Engagement
Many families—especially low-income, multilingual, and marginalized communities—are unaware of available special education advocacy and disability resources. EG SPEAKS needs resources to expand outreach, multilingual materials, partnerships with schools and community organizations, and community education efforts to ensure services reach families most impacted by inequities.
Why this matters: The families who need advocacy the most are often the least connected to support systems.
3) Program Infrastructure and Evaluation
As EG SPEAKS grows programs such as sensory rooms, support groups, and trainings, the organization needs stronger systems for program implementation, data collection, and evaluation. This includes tools for tracking outcomes, documenting impact, and improving service delivery.
Why this matters: Strong data and infrastructure strengthen grant competitiveness, accountability, and long-term impact.
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EG SPEAKS advances equity by centering disabled youth and families who are disproportionately impacted by systemic barriers in education, health, and community systems. We work to reduce disparities in access to services, amplify marginalized voices, and promote inclusive policies and practices that ensure all individuals regardless of disability, income, language, or background, can fully participate and thrive.
Organization name
EG SPEAKS
2024
Mission Category
Youth Development
Operating Budget
$0-$50,000
Organization Need
Funding: Unrestricted, Funding: Program, Space: Office or Other, Board Members, In-Kind Donations
Local Counties Served
Sacramento
Address
2108 N STREET SUITE NElk Grove, CA, US
Sacramento, CA, US