General Meetings are Open to the Public!
Meetings are held every
third Tuesday of each Month
At 6:30pm at the
"New Meeting Location"
Second Baptist Church Social Hall
529 California Ave,
Modesto, CA 95351
You can also connect via ZOOM
Join the Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81502166410
Meeting ID: 815 0216 6410
Dial: 1 669 444 9171
Grow With Us
"The purpose of knowing history is so that you won’t repeat it.
We’re not going back!"
Wendy Byrd, President
REGISTRATION Opens April 2026
Registration for Delegates and Alternates is open to nationally compliant State, Area State Conferences and Units. Only compliant units and state conferences will receive registration information. Please contact your unit or state conference secretary to register.
The National ACT-SO Competition takes place July 15-19, 2026, and the 117th NAACP National Convention takes place July 18-22, 2026.
A Message from our Branch President
Wendy Byrd
Since its founding in 1909, the NAACP has stood as a guardian of democracy and a champion for justice. That national mission lives locally through branches like ours — the Modesto/Stanislaus Branch — where history meets the present, and where the work of civil
rights is carried forward not in theory, but in real communities, by real people.
NO KINGS MARCH
It was truly amazing to come together with our community in unity, standing for what matters through a peaceful and prosperous protest. Moments like these remind us of the strength we have when we stand side by side—with purpose, respect, and a shared vision for a better future.
Grateful for every voice, every presence, and every heart that showed up. This is what community looks like.
2026 Freedom Fund
Your presence made this evening truly special as we came together to celebrate service, honor excellence, and uplift our community.
This year’s theme, “The Fierce Urgency of Now,” reminded us all that the time to act is not tomorrow—but today. Because of you, this message was not just heard, but felt.
We proudly recognized outstanding individuals and organizations whose dedication continues to inspire change:
Margie Lee
Tony Madrigal
Zariya Evins (Inaugural Youth Award)
Free Spirit Social Club
Indivisible Stanislaus 2.0
Silver Square Lodge #66
Gladys Williams (Posthumous – Julian Bond Achievement Award)
Your support, energy, and commitment to the mission help move our community forward.
Together, we are not just witnessing change—we are creating it.
Thank you for standing with us. Thank you for showing up. And most importantly, thank you for taking action.
With appreciation,
Staying Connected With the Community
ENOCHS BSU Presents Kwanzaa Celebration
Get to Know Us
Coming Up Next
Sat, Oct 10Location is TBD
Join us at our upcoming events and be part of the change in our community
NAACP Inspire Initiatives Scholarships, —
If you know a Black student or student of color in need of financial assistance for college, please encourage them to apply. Whether they’re a high school senior preparing for their next step or a current student furthering their education, these scholarships can help lighten the financial burden.
Available scholarships include:
If you’ve already applied, we encourage you to share this opportunity with your friends, classmates, and community. Let’s work together to make sure every deserving student has a chance to succeed.
Know Your Rights
Both the California Constitution and the First Amendment to the United States Constitution protect your right to free expression. However, police and other government officials are allowed to place certain narrow restrictions on the exercise of speech rights.
Choose from the scenarios below to make sure you’re prepared before heading out into the streets.
AFRICAN AMERICAN GRADUATE RECOGNITION CEREMONY
To the vibrant and resilient LGBTQ+ community, the California vs. Hate Campaign stands firmly by your side. Your courage in the face of adversity and your unwavering authenticity inspire us all.
Together, we fight against hate and discrimination to ensure a world where love and acceptance triumph over prejudice. Your voices, your stories, and your experiences are essential in this journey.
Let’s continue to support each other, celebrate our diversity, and create a California where everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, is free to live and love openly and proudly.
2025 OFFICERS
WENDY BYRD
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
PRESIDENT
CONSTANCE GUSTAFSON
1ST VICE PRESIDENT
DR. SAMUEL WHITE-EPHRAIM
2ND VICE PRESIDENT
ERIC JACKSON
SECRETARY
GIA SMITH
TREASURER
Gladys Williams
Sherri Nelson
Christopher Nelson
Juanita Gaillard
Dr. Jacquelyn Forte
Michael Baldwin
Sharon Froba
Angela Dallas
Dr. Ana Andrade
VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOMED!
WE THANK THE EXECUTIVE MEMBERS FOR THEIR TIRELESS ENERGY AND HARD WORK TOWARD IMPROVING THE LIVES OF OTHERS!
Modesto City Council approves Forward Together recommendation to establish a Citizens Review Board with an Independent Auditor to help improve relations between the community and law enforcement. Read More at ModBee...
