Winters Community Corazon

A nonprofit organization
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We are committed to building connections among all residents by providing resources that educate, empower, and protect our community. We envision a safe, vibrant Winters where every resident is valued and celebrated. We honor the cultures, traditions, and shared responsibility that make our town thrive, and we proudly support the Winters Hispanic Advisory Committee.

Our work is community-led and grounded in trust, relationships, and lived experience. For nearly two decades, we have worked alongside residents, listening, learning, and responding to real needs with care and intention.

One of our longest-standing efforts is supporting Permanent Residents on the path to U.S. citizenship, in partnership with California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation and Legal Services of Northern California. We provide application guidance and exam preparation, helping participants navigate a complex process with confidence. As one participant shared:
“Corazón played an important part in my journey to citizenship… now I am proud to volunteer and help others find the same support.” — Marcos Contreras Ramirez
Today, many of our volunteers are former applicants.

We focus on removing barriers to opportunity through language support, tutoring, and culturally inclusive programming. We help residents access resources and fully participate in civic life.

Our events bring people together in powerful ways. Festival de la Comunidad (Carnitas Festival) welcomes thousands in a vibrant celebration of culture and connection, while Día de Muertos offers a meaningful space for remembrance and shared tradition.

Beyond events, we respond to everyday needs through diaper distributions, brake-light clinics, and youth sports support. Our actions are aligned with promoting safety, dignity, and inclusion.

We are also investing in the future through the Maria Gutierrez Memorial Scholarship, supporting local students as they pursue their goals and give back to their community.

At our core is a simple belief: strong communities are built through connection, trust, and shared responsibility. We remain committed to uplifting our neighbors and creating opportunities for all residents to thrive.

Thank you for being part of this work.

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Mission

We are committed to building connections among all residents by providing resources that educate, empower, and protect our community. We envision a safe, vibrant place where every resident is valued and celebrated. We prioritize the well-being and connectedness of our neighbors, honoring the rich cultures, traditions, and unique character that make our small town thrive. We proudly support the Winters Hispanic Advisory Committee.

Needs

Our community is strong—but many of our neighbors still face barriers to opportunity, access, and belonging.

We are working to change that. With your support, we provide citizenship workshops that offer critical legal and language assistance, helping residents take meaningful steps toward becoming U.S. citizens and fully participating in civic life.

Each year, our Festival de la Comunidad brings together nearly 3,000 people in a vibrant celebration of culture, connection, and shared identity. With over 20 nonprofit partners and an annual cost of $34,000, the festival transforms our downtown into a place of music, color, and community—where families gather, resources are shared, and a true sense of belonging comes to life.

We proudly sponsor a free Día de los Muertos celebration each November for the entire community—a deeply meaningful evening that honors Mexican culture, remembrance, and tradition. With the sound of mariachi, the beauty of ballet folklórico, and the warmth of traditional refreshments, the event creates a space for reflection, learning, and connection across generations.

We also respond to real, everyday needs: repairing brake lights to keep families safe, providing diapers to those who need them most, and supporting AYSO scholarships so every child has the opportunity to play, grow, and be part of a team.

We have created a new high school scholarship—the Maria Gutierrez Memorial Scholarship—to support students in their educational journey and invest in the future of our community for years to come.

Looking ahead, we are planning additional listening sessions in 2026 to deepen our understanding of community needs and ensure our programs remain responsive, equitable, and rooted in lived experience.

Your support makes this work possible—and helps ensure that every resident has the opportunity to be seen, supported, and included.

Equity Statement

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable community where every individual, regardless of background or circumstance, has access to the resources, opportunities, and support they need to thrive. We recognize the systemic barriers that have historically marginalized many groups, and we are dedicated to addressing these disparities through intentional action, education, and advocacy.

Equity is at the core of everything we do. It drives our decisions, shapes our policies, and informs our collaborations. We strive to create spaces where diverse voices are not only welcomed but celebrated and empowered. By prioritizing fairness and justice, we aim to build a community that reflects the values of dignity, respect, and opportunity for all.

Together, we are working toward a future where equity is not just an aspiration but a lived reality.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Winters Community Corazon

other names

Winters Corazon

Year Established

2021

Tax id (EIN)

86-2345765

Guidestar

Mission Category

Community Improvement, Capacity Building

Operating Budget

$0-$50,000

Organization Need

Funding: Unrestricted

Demographics Served

Low-income individuals/families, Hispanic/Latino/Latina/Latinx, General population

BIPOC Leadership

Board Chair

Local Counties Served

Yolo

Address

PO BOX 751
WINTERS, CA 95694

Service areas

Yolo County, CA, US

Winters, CA, US, 95694

Phone

530 554 8087

other

530-554-8087

Email

Jesse@winterscorazon.org

Website

https://www.winterscorazon.org/

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