New Leaf Collaborative (NLC) is a California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation whose mission is to provide hands-on, experiential learning and leadership opportunities, in areas of science, nature and ecological literacy in order to nurture the social and emotional health of TK-14 students, educators, and community partners. NLC does this through several programs in and out of schools throughout Contra Costa County where program outcomes are guided by social and emotional learning standards and create connection to place, community, and civic engagement. NLC strives to cultivate healthy communities and individuals, intellectually curious learners and responsible, ecologically literate citizens.

Established in 1876, Martinez is the County seat of Contra Costa County. It is located along the Sacramento and San Joaquin rivers in the central part of the County. As a certified California Green Business, the City of Martinez is committed to being environmentally sustainable.

For over 60 years, our Clubhouses have been serving the kids of Contra Costa County. Our mission is simple: to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. We do this every day by providing a world-class Club Experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who enters our doors, with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle.

Republic Services, Inc. is an industry leader in U.S. recycling and non-hazardous solid waste disposal. We stand for customer-focused simple solutions, reliability, and environmental responsibility. Through our subsidiaries, Republic’s collection operations, transfer stations, recycling processing centers, landfills, and environmental services provide effective solutions to make responsible recycling and waste disposal effortless for customers.

The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.

The Martinez Unified School District operates as a Professional Learning Community that effectively uses data to inform instruction and is committed to providing an environment for 21st century teaching and learning. Together we will endure diverse paths to support all students to be college and career ready, equipped to compete and contribute in a global society.