We need your support! We’re honored to have been nominated for Fair Oaks’ Best Non-Profit of 2024, and we need your help to win! Voting is easy and will take 2 minutes. Voting ends TONIGHT! 1. Head to bestoffairoaks.com and search for “non-profit” in the award categories. 2. Select Meristem under “Best Non-Profit Organization” and create a free account 3. Submit your vote by clicking “Vote for this Nominee” Your voice can make a difference. Let’s amplify Meristem’s impact and inspire more support for our students!
Meristem
Higher Education
Fair Oaks, California 1,197 followers
A unique on-campus program preparing young adults on the autism spectrum for a life of independence.
About us
MERISTEM serves young adults, ages 18-24 years, on the autism spectrum by helping them develop practical life skills, increase social capacity, and transition to work and independence. We build the foundation for a productive life by helping to optimize the potential of each individual. A special emphasis is placed on preparing students for entry into the workforce or pursuing higher education.
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https://meristem.pro
External link for Meristem
- Industry
- Higher Education
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Fair Oaks, California
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2014
- Specialties
- Autism, Transitioning Young Adults, Young Adults on Autism Spectrum, Special Education, ASD Young Adults, Autism Independence, Autism Work Preparation, Autism program, Classes , and neurodiverse
Locations
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Primary
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9200 Fair Oaks Blvd
Fair Oaks, California 95628, US
Employees at Meristem
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We believe in the importance of investing in employment social enterprises (ESEs) and are so grateful for organizations like REDF who are working to help CA break barriers to employment. We are proud to be a part of the first #CARISE ! THIS KIND OF WORK MATTERS! Gavin Newsom California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) Lendistry
Programs like California Regional Initiative for Social Enterprise (CA RISE) connect employment social enterprises (ESEs) to essential resources and partners, expanding opportunities for those often overlooked by traditional workforce systems. And when ESEs succeed, they create a ripple effect that benefits communities, opening doors to stability, economic mobility, and possibility! A big thank you to the Office of California Governor Gavin Newsom for approving the nation's first statewide investment in ESEs, the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) for their partnership, and Lendistry for serving as fiscal agent. Together, we're building an economy that works for everyone. #CARISE #EmploymentSocialEnterprise #CommunityImpact #JobCreation
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EDIT: The Cafe will be closed for the month of December. The cleaning elves came early this year! We will be back open to the public after the holidays on January 9. See you then! Also, say hello to our Meristem Cafe LinkedIn! 🎉 Meristem Cafe 🎉 This will be a space for us to share about all things Meristem Cafe, and connect with other local business interested in our mission. Give us a follow, we’ve got some exciting content coming your way! 🥳
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We’re thrilled to announce that Meristem is a part of a groundbreaking initiative, CA RISE, dedicated to reshaping economic inclusion across California. A $150,000 grant equips us to create more job opportunities for individuals breaking through employment barriers in the Sacramento region. We were honored to host Senator Roger Niello and REDF on Tuesday for a behind-the-scenes look at how employment social enterprises drive economic mobility and create lasting impact for individuals, families, and communities. 💡Here’s what CA RISE has accomplished so far: 🔹 $500M+ in revenue generated by participating businesses 🔹 8,000+ individuals placed in meaningful employment 🔹 75% of leaders have firsthand experience with employment barriers 🔹 60% identify as BIPOC 📣 Let’s show the power of #EconomicInclusion together! #CARISE #EconomicMobility #socialenterprise
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WINTER FAIRE IS FOUR DAYS AWAY! ❄️✨ We can’t wait to host the community at our annual Winter Faire. Shop local vendors, community artisans, and Meristem staff and student crafts while enjoying delicious festive beverages and live music. We will also have hands on crafts and activities! It will be a day that you don’t want to miss. ☃️ DECEMBER 7 | 10am-3pm at Meristem
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PSA: the Meristem Cafe will be closed this Thursday and Friday in preparation for Winter Faire on Saturday! ❄️ If you are craving that grilled ham and cheese panini or a browned butter chocolate chip cookie, stop by Winter Faire on Saturday to get all your Meristem Cafe goodies! 🤩 See you this Saturday! Invite a friend!
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📣 CLASS HIGHLIGHT // ART 📣 Today we are highlighting our art class! Our art classes allow our students to express their creativity while working with different materials! Students start in Studio Art, and then move to more advanced classes like Textiles, which is more materials and fabrics based. 🎨🖼️🖌️ We love to see the creativity that comes out of our art classes! If you come to campus, you can see student art all over. Interested in Meristem? Check out our class offerings at meristem.pro.
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Today’s the day! We’re so excited to see everyone for our 3rd annual Feast of the Wreaths✨ Thank you to all our sponsors! For the community we serve, having a support network is invaluable. We couldn’t do what we do without our supporters who believe in our mission and are a part of that network!
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