Digital NEST provides underserved Latinx youth in California with skills, resources, and networks to build successful careers.  The organization helps youth develop essential workplace skills and gain confidence.

Digital NEST

Technology, Information and Media

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Digital NEST | 3,687 followers on LinkedIn. Connect ~ Transform ~ Create | The Digital NEST CONNECTS youth to a skill-building community that TRANSFORMS them into professionals who can CREATE successful careers, innovative solutions, and prosperous communities.  

Modeled after successful technology companies such as Google and Facebook, the Digital NEST Technology Workforce Development Center is a hip, cool, and colorful spot that will inspire its youth and young adult members to be creative, innovative, and self-sufficient.  The Digital NEST strengthens our community by preparing young people to be technology leaders in Santa Cruz County and beyond.

Founder and Executive Director of Nonprofit Connection Santa Cruz County

Rose Filicetti

Public Speaker| Facilitator| Author| Advocate

Dr. Alicia Perry

Departmental Informational Systems Coordinator at Monterey County District Attorney's Office

E Griffin-Ortiz

Founder & CEO, Irvine Foundation Leadership Award recipient, TEDx Speaker

Jacob Martinez

After Election Day, many young people in our communities may feel uncertain and anxious about the future. At Digital NEST, we're here to support our youth as they navigate the impact of these results on their lives and goals. We're committed to creating a safe and empowering space where they can share their thoughts, ask questions, and build skills to become leaders in their communities. Through mentoring, professional development, skill building, we’ll continue to equip them with the tools to create positive change, no matter the outcome. Let’s keep pushing for a future where ALL young people have a voice and the support they need to thrive. Here are some resources: United We Dream: unitedwedream.org Dreamers in Tech: @dreamersintech (IG) Immigrants Rising: immigrantsrising.org Mental Health Support for the LGBTQ+ Community: WeGlimmer.com #DigitalNEST #YouthEmpowerment

👻 Happy Halloween from your friends at Digital NEST! Wishing you a day filled with spooky fun, sweet treats, and safe adventures!🎃 Enjoy the festivities, and stay safe out there! 🕸️✨ #HappyHalloween #DigitalNEST

Digital NEST CEO, Jacob Martinez , featured in a report in The Chronicles of Philanthropy. Check it out!

🎉 Celebrating 10 Years of Digital NEST! 🎉 Join us in making a lasting impact by becoming a Gives Every Month (GEM) donor like Patrice, who supports the dreams of our talented youth. Stay tuned for more info on how you can be a GEM and fuel the future of inspiring members like Adriana. 🌟 Donate Here: https://lnkd.in/gdS2XMMd #DigitalNEST10 #BeAGem #SupportTheFuture #DN10

🎉 Join Us for a Special Celebration! 🎉 We’re excited to invite you to a birthday celebration at Fruition Brewing as we mark 10 amazing years! 🎂 Our friends at the brewery have an exclusive surprise in store for us and the community! 📅 Date: November 15th 🕕 Time: 6 PM Come enjoy a slice of cake and celebrate with us! Let’s make this milestone unforgettable together! 🍰🥳 Register to attend here: https://lnkd.in/gnr4v_Fj #FruitionBrewing #BirthdayCelebration #CommunityFun #CheersTo10Years #DN10

Join us in celebrating a decade of impact at Digital NEST! 🎉✨ Jacob Martinez reflects on our journey and the incredible support from our community. Discover how we've empowered over 4,000 youth to thrive in the digital economy and what the future holds. Read the full blog to be inspired! https://lnkd.in/gqNZCXmc #DigitalNEST #10YearsOfImpact #EmpowerYouth

The time has come to recruit mentors for our 2025 Mentorship Program! 🌟 Exciting news - we've welcomed 58 new interns in graphic design, digital marketing, video production, web development & IT! 🎉 Reflect on a mentor who impacted your journey. What made their guidance invaluable? Now, it’s your chance to give back. We are looking for diverse professionals to support our Digital NEST interns in reaching their career aspirations. Interested in becoming a mentor? Click the link to complete our interest form. I'll follow up with info session dates in October. Questions? Feel free to message me. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gDbkHQNh

Vanessa Parra

Digital NEST is proud to celebrate our final post for Latinx Heritage Month! 🎉 Today, we spotlight Mirna Gonzalez , our bizzNEST Design intern. Mirna shares her journey and valuable advice for other youth aspiring to enter the tech field. Don’t miss her insights as we wrap up this month of honoring Latinx culture and achievements! Stay determined, and keep pushing forward! ✨ #LatinxHeritageMonth #DigitalNEST #bizzNEST

Get Ready for a Slam Dunk Night! 🏀 Join us on October 26th for an action-packed evening as the Santa Cruz Warriors hit the court! Get your FREE ticket! 🏀 Event Details: 📆 - Date: October 26th 📍 - Location: Kaiser Permanente Arena, Santa Cruz ⏰ - Time: 1 pm But wait, it gets better! All proceeds from our raffle will go to Digital NEST, allowing us to continue serving our communities. Bring your friends and family for fun, excitement, and the chance to win fantastic prizes! Let’s cheer on the Warriors together and support Digital NEST! Grab your tickets now, and let’s make some noise! 🎟️ 💛💙 https://lnkd.in/gwkJDHAz

🎉 Digital NEST is celebrating 10 amazing years! 🎉 Visit digitalnest.org to explore our year-end campaign and hear from members and donors from the past decade about how the NEST has helped them in their careers and why they continue to support our mission. Keep an eye out for more voices as we share their stories! Let’s keep the momentum going for another decade of impact! Watch Jacob's thank you message here! https://lnkd.in/gdR9WtMv #DigitalNEST #DN10 #EmpoweringYouth #FutureLeaders

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