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One Imagination

Together we are catalyzing a movement of people who are taking ownership of their communities. We are calling on people to be a catalyst - to make a pledge to connect and affect in their neighborhoods.

Jim Clemson pledges "To make the world a better place." ..... Robyn Bahr pledges because "I want to be more involved in my local arts community." ..... Sharon Moiseiff pledges because "I want to be involved with community building and groups that encourage people to connect with each other, help each other and contribute to the greater community. I�d want to meet like minded people." ..... Dorris Begonia pledges because "I believe that my direct action can positively affect a community. I am an advocate of building a strong network of activists and thinkers in Long Beach and that this form of strategic unity will help dissolve the apathy and isolation that so clouds the Orange/Los Angeles counties. I would like to make known my willingness to offer whatever services I am capable of, in order to better enable positive growth in my beautiful city." ..... Gina Guia pledges because "I would like to start a nonprofit organization teaching grammar school kids to be green." ..... Christina Ellis pledges because "I want to see people come together who have a common mission or a common goal." ..... James Ricco pledges "to participate in the enhancement of the Arts & Artists in Long Beach whenever possible!" ..... Sharon M. pledges "because i can and everyone should." ..... Mary E. Barton pledges because "I've been a catalyst for years, but didn't realize there was an online resource to help! I truly believe the more we work together, the better it is for eveyone." ..... Kenny Collins pledges "because it feels good giving something back to the community that has given me so many different opportunities." ..... Debra Carn pledges "I believe that my pledge is an investment in a vision that is global. Investing in catalyst brings a community to understand that we are all headed in the same direction. Lets work together to get there." ..... Kayla De Los Reyes pledges "I am because we are, and we are because I am. Community is everything. It is necessary to make life, love, progress and peace possible." ..... Debbie Lewis pledges because "I want to connect with other artists in Long Beach. Artists create the vision of the future and make it happen!" ..... MsTmusze pledges because "it's who I am and what I do." ..... Matt Bates pledges "to connect and affect by featuring films that inspire hope for new cinema, and bring people together, even if for an hour or two." ..... Zaq Tinker pledges because "I dont have a choice :) " ..... Beverly Jackson pledges "What else can I do but connect and affect? The time is *now*! Let's go!" ..... Mary Bunting pledges because "we, as a community, need to reach out and connect with our youth; empower them to reach their potential, inspire them to dream and believe in those dreams, encourage them to discover who they are and to construct a positive self image and sense of worth." ..... Annie Gholson pledges "to connect and affect because while I am here I want to be an active part of a peaceful community. Although I feel I am already a part of this, there must be a commitment I can make of some sort to establish a firm ground of community contribution. I feel like within Catalyst, there are many opportunities to be a part of a group, and I want to find where I can volunteer my time or connect with a job that fulfills my promise to be of service, and to create positive transformation." ..... Tova Pusl pledges because "I believe in strengthening the authentic relationship between children and their caregivers while building a community of support for adults." ..... Dawn Morishige pledges "to make long beach an artier, prettier place." ..... Donna Marykwas pledges "because I wish to advocate for & work towards a greener, healthier, more sustainable Long Beach & local food security." ..... Julie James pledges "to share what I know and learn what I can from my communities, and to try to expand the effect these groups have on our larger Community." ..... Janece Herrington pledges "to use my time, talents and treasures to create a positive impact on my community!" ..... Pamela Foddrell pledges "to make a difference in the Long Beach Community by bringing together local community social service organizations and agencies to assist individuals and families in need." ..... Daniel Penilla pledges "because it is up to us to shift our energies in positive direction. we must do it for our ancestors and for our grandchildren's grandchildren." ..... Ed Salas pledges because "I believe in the vision, mission and values of Catalyst!" ..... Louise Kripal pledges "Because, I love and appreciate the community (and world) in which I live and feel it is my responsibility to do my part to honor and preserve it." ..... Isabella Stoloff pledges "I believe if we start growing our own food and going back to the simple life our communities will be much stronger!" ..... Ryan Banfield pledges "Because I care about making a difference in the way the world thinks." ..... Wendy Yamada pledges "because i know that life to life connections are the way to change ourselves and our communities! " ..... Gel Nunez pledges "because collectively we can achieve more and become more effective " ..... Earl Harville pledges "I believe in the tenets of Catalyst's framework. Therefore, I stand in agreement with this pledge." ..... Paul Tryba pledges "The food system of Long Beach. Farming and community bring people together through food. " ..... Fernando Mateos pledges "I believe working as one is always the most positive way to evolve and understand one another. we all have our own gift and talents communicating with others we grow together. as far as i go i have a gift that i would like to offer for the benefit of our community." ..... Ross Murray pledges "Because the only way we move forward is to work together. Our work strengthens one another. " ..... Dennis Head pledges "For the betterment of the community." ..... Eric Butler pledges "I'm just that cool" ..... Heidi Nye pledges "The only way to save the world is through community building." ..... KaRi pledges "So many of us have common interests, resources, goals... why not share them and progress together?" ..... Jason Leek pledges "For personal growth and the opportunity to share my process and growth in order to better my community." ..... Tessa Sanchez pledges "Because we are inherently all connected!" ..... Leia Napoli pledges "To be the change I want to see in the world!" ..... Eric Ell pledges "to make things better for those who follow." ..... Amy George pledges "I can't think of any good reason not to." ..... Gloria Zinno pledges "to connect and affect because I believe in and support the kind of outreach and sub-communities that are developing out of Catalyst. I have skills to offer as a resource in support of the vision and mission of The Catalyst Community." ..... Heather Bowlan pledges "I want to be part of a connected, vibrant community in Long Beach - one that doesn't just feel 'south of LA'. I want to support community events and organizations." ..... Elliot Gonzales pledges "Because we need to empower ourselves by empowering each other." ..... Graham Baden pledges "Cause I like bikes, yo!" ..... Ruby Tovar pledges "To uphold my values of family, community, friendship, humanity, sustainability, teaching, and service. " ..... John Malveaux pledges "uplift humanity" ..... Ryan Blanc pledges "because I believe we are better together than we are apart. " .... Eric Leocadio pledges "because I want people in my community to feel like they connect and belong." .....

Make the Catalyst Pledge

"I pledge to be a catalyst in my neighborhood. I will connect with people in my community, partner with those who have similar interests, and work towards making my city an awesome place to live.

I pledge to connect and affect."

In my pledge to connect and affect, I share the following Common Community Values with other members of the Catalyst Network of Communities:

Building RELATIONSHIPS - we believe that intentional connections that foster authenticity and understanding enhance the peaceful climate of our community.

Establishing PARTNERSHIP - we believe that the strategic partnerships of individuals and organizations in collaboration towards a common interest make us more effective in our community.

Encouraging CONTRIBUTION - we believe that the strategic sharing of resources and the active participation of residents giving back to their community is the most effective way of addressing our practical and tangible needs.

Inspiring GROWTH - we believe that experiencing a broader understanding of ourselves, the community, and our world enhances our potential.

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