The Maddy Institute

Inspiring Public Leadership for the Central Valley

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Our 2024–25 Annual Impact Report is here! 🌟

This fiscal year, we awarded a record number of scholarships, built new partnerships, and were recognized by the California Legislature as a Nonprofit of the Year!

See the impact of your support:
🔗 https://t.co/oBpRcu9oBF

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New episode of The Maddy Report airs this Sunday at 10 a.m. on ABC30 with Victoria Seaman, Regional Director at the @HHSGov.

Tune in to learn about the current priorities and initiatives within HHS and how evolving federal healthcare policies impact the San Joaquin Valley.

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Why do community leaders become Maddy Associates?

Because they believe in the future of the San Joaquin Valley.

Join a network of leaders helping develop the next generation of leaders, strengthen civic engagement, and advance nonpartisan public policy⬇️ https://t.co/Uis0DciROC

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Rob Lapsley, President of the @CalRoundtable, and Brian Galle, Professor at @BerkeleyLaw recently joined The Maddy Report to discuss California's Billionaire Tax Act.

Watch the conversation: https://t.co/Ct5soLtHHU

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Kyle Greenspan, Research Associate at the @PPICNotes, recently joined The Maddy Report to discuss the importance of California’s snowpack.
Watch the conversation:
https://t.co/mWbM9THbe6

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Our office is closed today in observance of Memorial Day as we honor and remember the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

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Today we celebrate Senator Ken Maddy's birthday, a leader whose legacy of public service and collaborative leadership continues to guide our work. as we continue inspiring in the next generation of leaders for the Central Valley.

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Last week, we welcomed our Summer 2026 Maddy Interns for orientation as they prepare to gain hands-on experience in public service! 🌟

Thank you to our alumni for joining us and sharing about their internship experiences, career paths, and invaluable advice with our interns.

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Elize Bradley, Senior Health Equity Fellow for @CentralValleyCF, Rose Mary Rahn, Kings County Public Health Director, & Traco Matthews, CHEO for Kern Health Systems, joined The Maddy Report to discuss the @CentralValleyCF's Health Care Landscape Analysis https://t.co/0WEff3jfVx

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New episode of The Maddy Report airs this Sunday at 10 a.m. on ABC30 with Suresh Kumar, Former Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister of Punjab, discussing the agriculture and water policies from the San Joaquin Valley to Punjab, India.

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Applications for our Fall 2026 Valley Legislative Internship Program are now open on our website! 🌟

Maddy Interns gain hands-on experience working part-time in a San Joaquin Valley legislative office and receive a $2,500 scholarship.

📅 Deadline is May 24, 2026 at 11:59 pm

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Joe Stephenshaw, Director of the California Department of Finance, joined The Maddy Report to discuss Governor Gavin Newsom's proposed budget for 2026-2027 and the role the department plays in the state budget.

Watch the conversation: https://t.co/016INO2yk5

[Rep. Vince Fong @RepVinceFong]

Great seeing Blake Zante, Executive Director of the Maddy Institute out of Fresno State.

Grateful for his visit to my DC office and for the work he’s leading preparing future leaders for public service.

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GV Wire, in partnership with the Community Media Access Collaborative and the Maddy Institute, will host a candidate forum for the open Fresno County Supervisor District 1 seat.

https://t.co/9IYxK24a1R

[Rep. Jim Costa @RepJimCosta]

This week, I had the pleasure of meeting with Blake Zante, Executive Director of the @MaddyInstitute.

We discussed the institute’s vital role in preparing the next generation of public leaders in the San Joaquin Valley, as well as its work connecting students across the Central Valley with valuable internship opportunities at the local, state, and federal levels.

I’m grateful for their important work—because when our students succeed, America succeeds!

[Rep. David Valadao @RepDavidValadao]

Yesterday, I met with Blake Zante, Executive Director of the Maddy Institute. We discussed their public policy partnership program that connects students throughout the Central Valley with internships at the local, state, and federal levels. I've hosted several of their interns in my offices, and I look forward to continuing my work to support the leaders of tomorrow.

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Our Executive Director spent the week in Washington, DC meeting with members of Congress to share the work of the Institute. Thank you to @RepVinceFong, @RepJimCosta, @RepDavidValadao, & @RepZoeLofgren for their commitment to strengthening civic leadership across the Valley!

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Join us April 28 at 12:00 pm for a virtual panel discussion highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities facing smaller San Joaquin Valley cities and the leadership role mayors play in shaping their communities. Livestream will be available on our YouTube channel.

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@gpetek, Legislative Analyst at the @LAO_CA, and Chris Hoene, Executive Director of the @CalBudgetCenter, joined The Maddy Report to provide an overview of the Governor’s proposed budget for the next legislative session. Watch here: https://t.co/UzqelHUnjo

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The Maddy Institute was proud to partner with the Stanislaus County Taxpayer Association to host last night's nonpartisan Senate District 4 Debate in Modesto!

Thank you to the community members who attended and the candidates for their participation!

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@calstate @CalCommColleges @CSUdrG @PPICNotes @UofCalifornia @aiccucal @CSUforCA Thank you, @CSUdrG, for highlighting the importance of expanding paid internships for CSU students!