Welcome to Amanecer Consulting Group, where we specialize in driving your work towards impactful results. With over two decades of experience, we excel in leveraging government and private community investments, strategic planning, and program implementation strategies. We are dedicated to supporting youth, families, and community development.
What We Do
Evaluate
Assessment of current strategies' efficacy and effectiveness, strategic planning for leveraging funding sources and implementation, support with the grant application process, and reporting for philanthropic, federal, state, and local government funding.
Strategizing
We offer comprehensive leadership development and capacity-building support. Our services encompass professional development, coaching, and strategic partnership establishment, as well as robust implementation strategies and community engagement activation.
Support
Assisting service providers in clearly articulating goals and outcomes, guiding performance measurement approaches, developing consistent budgeting and reporting, and fostering data-driven results.
Our Team
Amanecer Consulting Group was founded by Iris Zuñiga and Karina Favela-Barreras, leaders with over 20 years of experience in the education and social services sectors. Their commitment to driving positive change and improving outcomes for families and communities is reflected in their strategic planning, program implementation, and community development expertise.
Iris and Karina's leadership, expertise, and commitment to community improvement has positioned Amanecer Consulting Group as a trusted partner for organizations seeking to drive positive change and achieve lasting impact in their communities.
Karina Favela-Barreras
Co-founding Partner
A dedicated advocate for youth and families, Karina Favela-Barreras, a seasoned leader in the education and human service sectors, embodies Amanecer Consulting Group's commitment to communities, empowering others, and driving towards greater results for all.
Dr. Iris Zuñiga
Co-founding Partner
Iris Zuñiga, Co-founder of Amanecer Consulting Group, brings two decades of expertise at the intersection of social services and education, embodying a professional, knowledgeable, and results-oriented approach.
Our Services
Amanecer Consulting Group is a consulting firm that combines expertise and tangible results. We were founded in 2022 with a clear goal: to empower our clients with customized leadership development, strategic planning and program implementation solutions. We believe in transparent communication, which fosters a collaborative environment and encourages the emergence of innovative ideas and strategies that drive impact and deliver results. Key Approaches to Make a Meaningful Difference:
Scaling Solutions
We implement scalable initiatives to amplify your impact and achieve significant change.
Equity at the Core
Our strategies prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating environments where everyone can thrive.
Data-Driven Excellence
We use data to inform our decision-making and ensure that our efforts lead to tangible results.
Public-Private Partnerships
We excel in collaborating across different sectors and bringing together public and private entities to achieve collective progress.
Tailored for Communities
We design our services with a focus on families and communities, addressing their unique needs and aspirations.
Communities of Practice (CoP)
We Craft and tailor CoP to address and align with groups’ shared passion for what they do and strategies ways on how they can do it better to sustain vibrant and impactful communities.
Understanding and Supportive
We understand the intricacies involved in youth, family, and community development. Our approach is not only knowledgeable but also empathetic. We support our clients at every stage of their journey, providing unwavering assistance and comprehension as they pursue their aspirations and accomplish their goals.
Engagement Strategies
Co-facilitation and Co-Design
Knowledge Sharing Platforms
Content Curation
Equipping You for Success
From performance measurement to budgeting and outcome articulation, we provide the skills and tools necessary for our clients' success. Our services encompass a wide range of capacity-building support, including:
I contracted Amanecer Consulting Group (ACG) to help us identify strengths and opportunities to develop the career support services we offer our students. ACG went above and beyond and became a true thought partner as we identified partnership opportunities and even helped secure funding for the development of our newly launched career programming. ACG is passionate about helping education leaders bring the best programming to their students by helping the individual actualize their vision.
Executive Director at College Match LA
I started working with Amanecer Consulting Group (ACG) last school year prior to the release of the CA Community Schools Partnership Program Planning grant. Since our work began, nine of our schools have been awarded the CCSPP Planning grant. ACG is an outstanding thought partner, and looks at opportunities from a variety of perspectives. Leads with a growth mindset and is solution-oriented. ACG has vast experience in building systems and structures through the lens of a community partner. ACG understands the need for voice and choice when working with diverse educational partners. Thus far, ACG has helped support our vision for a logic model and reflect on the accountability pathway while meeting desired outcomes.
Chief Impact Officer at Magnolia Public Schools
From the outset, Amanecer Consulting Group demonstrated an in-depth understanding of our needs and challenges. Their approach is not only highly professional but also deeply empathetic. They take the time to listen, understand, and provide unwavering support throughout every step of the process. This level of care and dedication is rare and truly sets them apart.
School District Administrator, Los Angeles County
Jarvis Web Solutions Ltd.
Our Methods
Turn The Curve Thinking
Expertise in Results-Based Leadership (RBL) framework
Commitment to achieving measurable and lasting impact for clients
Track record of success in driving tangible outcomes for communities
Ability to scale place-based initiatives at the federal, state, and local level
Step-by-Step, We help you every step of the way:
Evaluate
This involves assessing the efficacy and effectiveness of current strategies, strategic planning for leveraging funding sources, and providing support with the grant application process and reporting.
STRATEGIZING
This includes a wide range of capacity-building support, such as professional development and coaching, supporting robust implementation strategies, developing community engagement plans, and strategic partnership development.
IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT
This involves supporting service providers in articulating goals and outcomes with clarity, enhancing internal operations, addressing performance measures, developing budgeting and reporting and creating data-driven results.
Our Success
100%
Scaled community school model across school sites throughout the state of California – both planning and implementation grants- 100% awarded track record for the California Community Schools Partnership Program.
40+ School Sites
Serviced and supported schools in building internal Community Schools model capacity across 40+ school sites throughout California.
525 hrs
Provided 200 hours of Community Schools Coordinator Leadership Development + 350 hours of technical support to date.
Worked with non-profit organizations in strengthening their internal operations, diversifying their funding streams and enhancing youth and family program offerings.
$47.6m
To date, we have collaborated with several partners in submitting successful grant proposals awarding over 45 million dollars.
Contact Us
At Amanecer Consulting Group, we're not just consultants but partners in your journey towards success. Let us help you unlock your organization's full potential and drive meaningful impact in your communities.
Contact us today for professional and expert support in achieving your goals.
