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Think TanksCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
The Great Valley Center is a nonprofit think tank based in Modesto, California, created to support Central Valley communities in addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges in partnership with the University of California, Merced. It pursues its mission through publications, conferences, workshops, coordination of regional projects, and programs focused on leadership development and technical assistance. The organization positions itself as a neutral, non-partisan facilitator that convenes stakeholders across a range of perspectives rather than serving as a direct problem solver. The center aims to raise awareness of the region's needs and assets and to foster inclusive community discussions that build local capacity. Founded in 1997, it operates with satellite offices in Chico and Bakersfield and relies on support from individuals, foundations, and corporations as a small-to-mid-sized nonprofit.