Priority deadline
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
You don’t need a résumé in government.
This program is for people who live in Banning, notice what’s happening around them, and want a clearer way to participate. Civic experience isn’t required.
- You can join eight sessions over about seven months, including one month that may have two sessions.
- You’re willing to listen to neighbors with different experiences and viewpoints.
- You want to understand how local institutions work, not just hear about them.
BEFORE YOU APPLY
The details that matter.
Selection updates
Beginning Tuesday, September 8
PCF will contact applicants by email or phone.Time commitment
Eight sessions in about seven months
Most sessions run 90–120 minutes. One month may include two sessions, and some field visits may be on an evening or weekend.Language and access
English and Spanish
Tell us about transportation, child care, interpretation, or accessibility needs. Support depends on need and available resources.How the cohort is selected
Pass Community Foundation reviews applications for a 15–20 person cohort that reflects Banning’s neighborhoods, experiences, interests, and languages. The funded program centers Latino residents while remaining open to everyone. Prior civic experience isn’t a selection factor.
How your information is handled
Only the PCF program team reviews individual applications. Contact information is used for program communication. Optional demographic answers may be summarized for grant reporting, but names and individual responses aren’t published or sold. Records are kept only as long as needed to administer and report on the program.
What happens after you apply
You’ll see an on-screen receipt. PCF then reviews your application and contacts you by email or phone. Selected participants receive the full calendar and a separate Stagecoach RSVP. Submitting an application doesn’t automatically reserve a Stagecoach spot.
THREE SHORT STEPS
Apply to Discover Banning
It takes about five minutes. Required questions are marked, and everything else can be skipped.
This application is for the full eight-session program.
QUICK ANSWERS
Questions residents ask before saying yes
Is Discover Banning free?
Yes. There’s no program fee. Admission and parking for the confirmed Stagecoach field session are also covered.
Do I need government or leadership experience?
No. The program’s designed for residents who are curious and willing to participate.
Will the program be bilingual?
PCF is planning English and Spanish access. Tell us your preferred language and any interpretation needs in the application.
What if I can’t attend every session?
Apply anyway if you can participate in most of the eight sessions. One month may include two sessions, and PCF will share the calendar before you confirm your place.
Does applying get me a Stagecoach ticket?
No. Stagecoach access is a field session for confirmed cohort participants. Selected participants receive RSVP instructions directly.
Who can answer a private question?
Email connect@passcommunityfoundation.org or call 951-266-9234.