Power Up with ACT

Agave Community Threads is a catalyst for change through people-centered power. You have the passion and vision—ACT provides the tools, strategy, and support to make it happen. From grassroots organizing to policy advocacy, delivering resources, training and more, we are here to lead the transition to a just, clean economy. ACT is ready to amplify your impact, build collective power, and turn bold ideas into lasting change.Ready to take ACTion? ACT is here to organize with you!

Mission

Agave Community Threads (ACT) empowers communities to lead the transition to a clean economy that prioritizes both people and the environment. By uniting community organizing, strategic communications, and policy advocacy, we advance environmental and economic justice, ensuring that historically excluded communities shape the policies and solutions that impact their present and future. Through intentional base-building, cross-sector collaboration, and innovative strategies, we equip leaders with the tools to mobilize, drive systemic change, and build a more sustainable and inclusive economy for all.

Jazmin Moreno

She/Her/Ella

Jazmin is a dedicated advocate and organizer for equity and community empowerment, specializing in environmental justice, affordable housing, and economic disparities. A first-generation college graduate with a Public Policy degree from Arizona State University, she has contributed to research on Latino community development and economic disparities. As an environmental organizer, Jazmin bridges complex policies with Spanish-speaking communities, raising awareness on air quality, health disparities, and climate issues. She organizes town halls and the EnviroVoices series, focusing on extreme heat and green space accessibility. She is currently dedicated to connecting local leaders and small businesses to Inflation Reduction Act resources. Jazmin is committed to building a just, sustainable future through advocacy, policy, and grassroots organizing.


About us

Agave Community Threads is a movement-driven 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to weaving together communities, resources, and solutions for an equitable future. Rooted in justice, powered by love, and driven to deliver, we believe in transforming systems by centering people—especially those historically excluded from economic and environmental opportunities.


Board of Directors

Jazmin Moreno

Dawn Penich

Charles Siler

Kate Tice

How We Fight

At Agave Community Threads, we don’t just advocate—we take intentional action. Through community organizing, strategic communications, and policy advocacy, we equip communities with the tools to build power and create lasting change.


Grassroots Organizing & Leadership Development

Empowering Leaders – Organizer Coaching Program

Our 15-week coaching program develops community organizers with the skills to lead impactful movements. Through power analysis, storytelling, relationship-building, and base-building, participants receive hands-on training, one-on-one coaching, and the support needed to drive real change.

Community Trainings & Mobilization

We provide training on civic engagement, organizing tactics, and issue-based advocacy. Whether through workshops, listening sessions, or family-friendly education events, we equip people with the knowledge and confidence to take action.


Strategic Communications & Public Engagement

Shaping the Narrative

We challenge harmful narratives and uplift community voices through media, storytelling, and digital campaigns. By ensuring the lived experiences of frontline communities are heard, we influence public perception and policymaking.

Town Halls, Rallies & Public Actions

From policy forums to direct action, we create spaces where community members can engage with decision-makers, hold leaders accountable, and push for solutions that center equity and justice.


Policy Advocacy & Defense

Campaigning for a Clean Economy

We advocate for a Clean Economy, fighting for environmental, housing, and economic justice that put working families and historically excluded communities at the forefront. By working alongside policymakers, advocates, and community members, we push for bold policies that create real opportunities.

Legislative & Policy Strategy

We track, analyze, and mobilize around critical policies, ensuring that communities have a voice in decisions that impact their lives. From defending key protections to advancing progressive policies, we fight for systemic change at every level.


Our Power in Action:

Organizer coaching & mentorship
Community workshops & leadership training
Digital campaigns & narrative shifting
Town halls, rallies & direct actions
Policy analysis & advocacy campaigns
Together, we ACT UP: build power, demand justice, and create a future where communities thrive.

Get Involved/Join Us

We believe in the power of collective action. Whether you’re an organizer, advocate, donor, or community member looking to make a difference, there’s a place for you at Agave Community Threads. Join us!


Contact Us

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, want to collaborate, or are looking for ways to get involved, reach out to us at Agave Community Threads.

(602) 756-4763

[email protected]