Gonzales & South Monterey County

Four cities united for regional peace

Rooted in Gonzales, our 501(c)(3) charitable coalition bridges municipal divides across the agricultural valley to support families and youth.

Valley Roots

Founded to protect families across municipal borders

Operating from Gonzales, 4 Cities United 4 Peace was formed to replace systemic isolation with shared civic investment. Local leaders recognized that the agricultural corridor shares common hopes and challenges that transcend city lines.

As a certified 501(c)(3) organization, we maintain transparent family support services, youth mentorship frameworks, and cross-neighborhood dialogue circles designed to foster lasting safety and mutual respect.

Our Pillars

Six core values guide our valley-wide work

Every community gathering and family program is anchored in shared principles of respect and collaborative action.

Peace & Unity

Family & Respect

Education & Community

Encouraging nonviolent conflict resolution and bringing Salinas Valley communities together around shared goals.

Recognizing strong family foundations and valuing every resident's unique perspective and heritage.

Promoting positive youth mentorship, awareness, and meaningful neighborhood collaboration.

Collaborate with our regional coalition

Review our public nonprofit documentation or connect with our Monterey County family services division.