Charities

ALCOHOL & DRUG RECOVERY

ANIMALS- All

Voices for Pets - Donate Voices for Pets responds to violence against animals. We seek to strengthen and enforce laws against animal crimes, and advocate successful prosecution of those who perpetuate crimes against animals. Voices for Pets educates the public about crimes against animals, and encourages responsible pet guardianship, housing and care. Walnut Creek, CA

ANIMALS- Cats

Community Concern for Cats - Donate Humanely addresses the problem of cat overpopulation through rescue, medical sterilization, and continued care of felines. DONATE Walnut Creek, CA
Feral Cat Foundation - Donate Volunteer group that works to reduce the suffering of feral cats and kittens using a trap/spay-neuter/recover/release program. Continued care is provided to all FCF cats; socialized kittens are placed in loving homes. Helps cats and kittens in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. DONATE Alamo, CA
Island Cat Resources and Adoption - Donate Island Cat Resources and Adoption (ICRA) is an all volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to reducing the suffering of abandoned and feral (wild) cats and to educating and empowering the local community to relieve them from their plight. Alameda, CA
Outcast Cat Help - Donate Outcast Cat Help is a TRUE no-kill organization. We believe in letting cats live their lives and only in cases of terminal and painful illness are cats compassionately euthanized because there is no reasonable alternative. Martinez, CA
Second Chance Meows/BrightHaven - Donate Our mission here at Second Chance Meows is to give Feline Leukemia Positive cats and kittens a second chance at life until it is their time to cross over that rainbow bridge to the other side. Reno, NV
Solano Feral Cat Group - Donate Our mission is to improve the lives of feral and homeless cats living in Solano County by humanely stopping their breeding through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR). With TNR, feral cats are humanely trapped, spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and returned to their original location. The breeding stops, and the behaviors associated with mating stops (spraying, fighting, yowling). TNR is the only effective, humane, and long term solution in controlling feral cat populations. Suisun, CA
Tri-Valley Fix Our Ferals - Donate TVFOF targets the problem of cat overpopulation by employing the nationally recognized, humane, and effective solution known as Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR). Danville, CA

ANIMALS- Cats & Dogs

BrightHaven - Donate BrightHaven is a non-profit organization dedicated to the well being of senior, disabled, and special animals. Santa Rosa, CA
Delta Animals Safe Haven - Donate Delta Animals Safe Haven (DASH) was established to provide an additional and alternative co-operative adoption center for homeless animals in the Sacramento River Delta area, thereby reducing overcrowding in the only animal shelter in East Contra Costa County, the Antioch Animal Shelter. Antioch, CA
Friends of Animal Services - Donate Supports the Antioch Shelter. Promotes public awareness of the need to spay and neuter animals, sponsors spay and neuter programs, provides education on the humane care of animals. DONATE Antioch, CA
H.A.L.O (Homeless Animals' Lifeline Organization - Donate Rescues and places cats and dogs from the Antioch animal shelter before they are euthanized. Antioch, CA
H.A.R.P. (Homeless Animals Response Program) - Donate We are an all volunteer animal welfare organization with activities in Far East Contra Costa County. Our programs include the following: community education regarding responsible pet ownership, dog and cat rescue and re-homing free-roaming cat spay and neuter and care, fundraising, volunteer development and youth programs. Antioch, CA
Home at Last Animal Rescue - Donate Plays an active role in the "no-kill" movement by rescuing dogs and cats from city shelters, providing temporary foster care, and bringing animals to the public for placement in high-quality, loving homes. Specializes in hard cases: pitt bulls, older mutts, declawed and older cats. Berkeley, CA
Paw Fund - Donate PAW FUND nurtures the bond between humans and their animal companions in low income communities across Alameda and Contra Costa Counties by: Funding free and low cost spay/neuter surgery, hosting free Pet Vaccine clinics in the community and assisting with the cost of veterinary care in emergencies. Please visit our website to learn more. Emeryville, CA
Pets Unlimited - Donate A full service pet-care facility located in San Francisco offering 24-hour emergency medical services, adoption, rehabilitation, grooming and foster care and education. San Francisco, CA
Tony La Russa's Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) - Donate Rescues and places cats and dogs in Contra Costa County. Has national programs that promote “People helping animals; animals helping people.” Tony La Russa is a famous baseball personality (former manager of the 2011 World Champion St. Louis Cardinals). Walnut Creek, CA

ANIMALS- Dogs

A Leg Up Rescue - Donate We are dedicated to rescuing small dogs from life-threatening situations. All of our dogs were either in danger of being euthanized in animal shelters, neglected or abused, or taken from the public (when space permits), so they are not bounced around to different homes or collected and sold to research labs by "bunchers." DONATE Windsor, CA
Bay Area Poodle Rescue - Donate BAPR is dedicated to rescuing poodles and poodle mixes. We place our dogs in Northern California only. Our Mission is to rescue and re-home adoptable poodles that have been abandoned in shelters or surrendered by their owners. We also act as a resource for poodle owners. Berkeley, CA
Muttville Senior Dog Rescue - Donate Muttville’s mission is to change the way the world thinks about and treats older dogs and to create better lives for them through rescue, foster, adoption and hospice. We reach out to senior and special needs rescue dogs; find suitable homes for those dogs that are adoptable; and offer end of life care for those that are not. These are not just shelter dogs; every day, dogs are moved from loving homes to concrete cages because their guardians have died or moved or simply can’t care for them anymore. San Francisco, CA
NorCal Poodle Rescue - Donate NorCal Poodle Rescue, Inc. is a group of unpaid volunteers who rescue poodles and poodle mixes and help people adopt them. We primarily serve the greater San Francisco Bay Area but we also serve Northern California and Southern Oregon. We re-home all three varieties of poodles: toy, miniature, and standard. We respond to county shelters, humane societies, and individuals via our website and a phone hotline. Our rescue and adoption efforts often require veterinary medical care, fostering, boarding, and training. Our poodles are spayed or neutered before placement. We have a return policy. Montara, CA
Northern California Sled Dog Rescue (NorSled) - Donate An all-volunteer non-profit group dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and finding new homes for unwanted, abused and abandoned Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, Samoyeds, American Eskimo and Northern-breed mixes in many Northern California counties. Vallejo, CA
Rocket Dog Rescue - Donate A volunteer based organization serving the greater Bay Area. Dedicated to saving homeless and abandoned dogs from over crowded animal shelters. Also serving dogs from other areas with compelling situations where they are in danger of abuse, neglect or euthanasia. San Francisco, CA
Siberian Husky Rescue/Referral of California - Donate Rescues and places Siberian Huskies all over California. Danville, CA
Smiley Dog Rescue - Donate A group of volunteer dog lovers whose mission is to rescue, provide sanctuary, and ultimately to re-home abandoned, stray and neglected dogs in the SF Bay Area. Lafayette, CA
U.S. War Dogs Association, Chapter 1 - Donate The United States War Dogs Association is a nonprofit organization of Former and Current US Military Dog Handlers and supporting members committed to promoting the long history of the Military Service Dogs, establishing permanent War Dog Memorials, and educating the public about the invaluable service of these canines to our country. Pinole, CA

ANIMALS- Humane Societies/SPCA Organizations

Berkeley - East Bay Humane Society - Donate We envision a community that universally values animals and takes action to respect, protect and care for their needs. DONATE Berkeley, CA
Humane Society of the North Bay - Donate Humane Society of the North Bay's mission is to offer refuge, medical care, nourishment and an opportunity for a second chance for life to unwanted animals; To protect animals from cruelty, neglect, carelessness and ignorance; To foster a public sentiment of humanity and gentleness toward all animals through education and encouragement; And to promote the lifelong commitment of responsible pet ownership. 1121 Sonsoma Blvd Vallejo, CA 94590
Sonoma Humane Society - Donate Provides quality care and a safe haven for companion animals, finding each animal a loving home and providing education and outreach to better the lives of people and their pets. Santa Rosa, CA
SPCA of Solano County - Donate A non-profit organization that cares for and finds homes for adoptable animals. Vacaville, CA

ANIMALS- Rabbits

Contra Costa Rabbit Rescue - Donate Contra Costa Rabbit Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation solely supported by donations. Our small organization is a charitable and educational group consisting of rabbit owners and volunteers. We educate the public on current rabbit care and the importance of spay and neutering. We rescue those rabbits in need from local shelters and re-home or offer sanctuary for them. Martinez, CA 94553
House Rabbit Society - Donate Rescues rabbits and educates the public on rabbit care and behavior. CDS serves their northern California chapters: Richmond, San Francisco, Mill Valley and Forestville. Richmond, CA

ANIMALS- Service

Contra Costa County Guide Dog Raisers - Donate Contra Costa County Guide Dog Raisers provides financial support for puppies being raised and socialized before they go on to training to be a guide dog for a visually impaired person. Concord, CA

ANIMALS- Wildlife

Lindsay Wildlife Museum - Donate Founded in 1955, the museum operates the oldest and one of the largest wildlife rehabilitation hospitals in the United States, treating more than 6,000 injured and orphaned wild animals each year. The museum exhibits live, non-releasable California native wildlife. Walnut Creek, CA
United States Wolf Refuge - Donate The U.S. WOLF REFUGE is in existence to promote and protect the welfare of all wolves and wolf dogs throughout North America. Our overall goals are to return the wolf to its rightful place within our ecology and to promote healthy and harmonious relations between man and wolf dogs. Sparks, NV

ANIMALS- Zoos

Micke Grove (San Joaquin County) Zoological Society - Donate Mission: To support Micke Grove Zoo through financial support, educational opportunities and community involvement. Lodi, CA
Oakland Zoo - Donate The Oakland Zoo's mission is to inspire respect for and stewardship of the natural world, while providing a quality visitor experience. Oakland, CA

ARTS - Music, Theatre

American River Chorus (now known as Voices of California) - Donate The American River Chorus takes pride in its affiliation with the world's largest singing fraternity - the Barbershop Harmony Society. The Chorus offers many exciting, fun, and educational opportunities. Along with its pursuit of musical excellence they develop emcees, creative performance coaches, and a cappella chorus directors. Of special importance, they promote and support vocal music arts programs for youth both locally and through the Society’s national charity, the Harmony Foundation. They are committed to the enrichment of lives through singing! Sacramento, CA
Aurora Theatre Company - Donate Aurora Theatre Company provides a nurturing environment for theatre artists and artisans to produce and develop plays that place a high value on substance, intelligence, and craft. We strive to enrich the lives of our audience by producing high-quality, thought-provoking work that shines in an intimate setting. DONATE Berkeley, CA
Cal Shakes (California Shakespeare Theater) - Donate Founded in 1974, Cal Shakes is an award-winning, nationally recognized regional theater now under the leadership of Artistic Director Jonathan Moscone and Managing Director Susie Falk. Through seasonal productions at our outdoor amphitheater, and in year-round school and community-based programs, Cal Shakes expands access to the arts and builds diverse ownership of our region's cultural vitality by fostering participatory approaches to the artistic process and arts education Berkeley, CA
California Symphony - Donate The critically acclaimed Symphony's mission is to perform the full range of music from the orchestral repertoire, with particular emphasis on works by American composers. Since its inception in 1986, the Symphony has included a work by an American composer and featured world-renowned guest artists on many of its programs. Additionally, the Symphony is passionately committed to providing music education programs to children and adults in the San Francisco East Bay; to cultivating composers through its renowned Young American Composer-in-Residence Program; and for giving extraordinarily talented young performers their first professional concert appearances in the United States Walnut Creek, CA
Four Seasons Arts - Donate Four Seasons Arts is a classical music presenting organization which seeks to reflect the total community in its audience and roster of performing artists. To this end, our programming self-consciously gives expression to our world’s cultural, racial and ethnic diversity.We present world-class artists in a range of performing media including solo piano, vocal, instrumental and chamber ensembles — piano trios, string quartets and chamber orchestras. We seek to expose the composers’ genius through traditional works, music of the 20th and 21st centuries, and music of composers who remain unknown in the folk expressions of a People. 2930 Domingo Ave #190 Berkeley, CA 94705
Un-Scripted Theater Company - Donate The Un-Scripted Theater Company creates smart, innovative, and entertaining improvised theater that delights audiences and advances the craft and art of improvisation. San Francisco, CA
West Edge Opera - Donate West Edge Opera's mission is to present opera as lively, compelling musical theater, fusing music and drama to delight, move, and challenge our audiences, while remaining accessible, affordable and engaging. To this end, its objectives include: þproviding quality performances that respect the unique spirit of each work while presenting it in a way that is fresh and meaningful to our audiences þappealing to a wide audience of all ages, ranging from seasoned opera lovers to those experiencing opera for the first time þpromoting community involvement through education, outreach, and opportunities to participate in a variety of ways, and þproviding the opportunity for emerging talent to gain experience and exposure. 1700 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley, CA 94709

CANCER PATIENTS

Breast Cancer Action - Donate Breast Cancer Action carries the voices of people affected by breast cancer to inspire and compel the changes necessary to end the breast cancer epidemic. San Francisco, CA
Cancer Support Community (formally The Wellness Community) - Donate The Cancer Support Community (formally known as The Wellness Community) provides comprehensive psychosocial support and education programs for people with cancer and their caregivers, children and families. Our programs and services enable cancer patients and their families to manage their treatment and recovery as effectively as possible, increase their chances for survival, and provide for a higher quality of life. Anyone affected by cancer is welcome, and all of our services are always free of charge.. Walnut Creek, CA
Cancer Support Community Silicon Valley - Donate Mission: To help people affected by cancer enhance their health and well-being through participation in a professional program of emotional support, education, and hope Mountain View, CA

CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILIES

Boys Hope Girls Hope of San Francisco - Donate - is a non-profit, residential program dedicated to improving the lives of children who are academically-motivated, but whose circumstances impede their healthy development. We provide HOPE -- a Home, Opportunities, Parenting and Education -- to help them realize their potential. San Francisco, CA
Boys Hope Girls Hope of Southern California - Donate Boys Hope Girls Hope is a not-for-profit organization that helps children whose lives and futures are greatly at risk, at no fault of their own, but who are academically capable, and show great promise. We help these bright, determined children to realize their full potential and achieve their dreams . Costa Mesa , CA
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) - Alameda County - Donate CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) volunteers watch over and advocate for abused and neglected children to make sure they do not get lost in the over-burdened legal system or languish in an inappropriate group or foster home. In addition to our services to abused and neglected children, the CASA program works to provide community education and awareness concerning the issues of child abuse, neglect and child welfare policy. 1000 San Leandro Blvd Ste 300 San Leandro, CA 94577
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) - Contra Costa - Donate CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) volunteers watch over and advocate for abused and neglected children to make sure they do not get lost in the over-burdened legal system or languish in an inappropriate group or foster home. In addition to our services to abused and neglected children, the CASA program works to provide community education and awareness concerning the issues of child abuse, neglect and child welfare policy. Walnut Creek, CA
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) - San Francisco - Donate CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is the only volunteer program in San Francisco that empowers everyday citizens to become officers of the court to serve as advocates and mentors to abused and neglected children in foster care. San Francisco, CA
Challenge Day - Donate The Challenge Day program is designed to help stop the violence and alienation that youth face every day. We don't believe that young people feel isolated due to a lack of people around them. Rather, they feel isolated because of a lack of connection with them. Our program tears down the walls of separation, creates connection and support among participants, and inspires people to live in an environment of compassion, acceptance and respect. Concord, CA
Child Abuse Prevention Council - Donate The Child Abuse Prevention Council has a long history of community service and family support for the residents of Contra Costa County working to prevent the maltreatment of children. Through education, support, community resources, mentoring and example, CAPC has lead Contra Costa County’s efforts to protect children. CAPC continually evaluates its programs in order to provide the best possible support to the families of Contra Costa County. Concord, CA
Children of the Light/Safe Spaces.org - Donate Children of The Light (COTL) is an organization created to identify, support, and train, the non-traditional gifted child, youth, young adults and their parents. We strive to foster the healing gifts of this group through a specialized curriculum taught by natural healers, transformational artist and trained instructors Berkeley, CA
Children's Hospital & Research Center Foundation - Donate For nearly a century, Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland has endeavored to bring the highest quality pediatric care to the youngest and most vulnerable members of society. We strive to achieve and maintain optimal health for all children, beginning before birth and continuing through adolescence into adulthood. Our comprehensive array of services, state-of-the art facilities, groundbreaking research, and unwavering focus on pediatrics has made us second to none in Northern California. Oakland, CA
College Park High School Athletic Boosters Club - Donate A non-profit organization that is dedicated to improving the high school experience for the students and athletes at College Park. Pleasant Hill, CA
East Bay Agency for Children/Circle of Care - Donate EBAC is dedicated to assuring the health and educational well being of children and families through specialized therapeutic, educational and peer support. We strive to be the recognized leader in giving children and families throughout the Bay Area hope, health, and opportunity. Our nurturing child-focused enrichment, education, peer support, and mental health programs are increasingly seen as state and national models. Our goal is to be a service provider and employer of choice by embracing the values of excellence, diversity, respect, compassion, and partnership Oakland, CA
Family and Children Services - Donate Family & Children Services is dedicated to increasing the strength, safety, and self-sufficiency of children, adults, and families in our community. To achieve this goal, we offer a range of innovative, accessible, and integrated programs and services addressing critical health and human services needs. Palo Alto, CA
Forget Me Not Farm Children's Services - Donate Since its inception in 1992, Forget Me Not Farm has helped thousands of at-risk children and youth break the cycle of abuse. Santa Rosa, CA
Habitot Children's Museum - Donate The mission of Habitot Children’s Museum is to nurture and enrich the lives of young children, their families, and the adults who care for them by providing an environment for early childhood learning and exploration, parenting education, and community outreach. Berkeley, CA
Matrix Parent Network and Resource Center - Donate Matrix was founded upon the belief that parents can and must be the advocates for their child with special needs including physical, cognitive, emotional, and learning disabilities. Staffed by other parents of children with special needs, Matrix offers information, referrals, in-depth consultations, training, and emotional support. Parents say, “You never know the impact you may have on another person’s life…you have helped to save my son and our family.” Novato, CA
Playworks - Donate (formally Sports4Kids) Playworks’ vision is that one day, every child in America will have access to safe, healthy play every day. Play creates essential opportunities for children to explore their imaginations, to connect with other people and to stretch and grow physically, emotionally and socially. Oakland, CA
Ravenswood Youth Athletic Association (RYAA) - Donate RYAA’s mission is to build character, families and faith in the youth of East Palo Alto and the Belle Haven community through positive sports programs at all levels of play. East Palo Alto , CA
Royal Family Kids - Donate Our Vision: Every foster child, ages 6 to 12, experiences a life changing camp, club and mentor. Our Mission: Create life changing moments for children of abuse. Our Purpose: Mobilize the faith community to confront child abuse. Our Strategy: Launch and sustain camps, clubs and mentors. Our Values: Treat People Royally, Keep Moving Forward, Make Moments Matter. Santa Ana, CA
Salesian Boys' and Girls' Club - Donate The Salesian Boys' Club was established in San Francisco in 1918. In 1994, the Club opted to include girls and expanded their program accordingly. With two fabulous facilities to serve the young people in San Francisco, the Salesian Boys' and Girls' Club stands poised to meet the 21st century head on. The Salesian Boys' and Girls' Club invites the children of San Francisco to join its wonderful tradition. There is no pessimism about the modern youth at the Salesian Boys' and Girls' Club. Young ideals stand tall as ever. San Francisco, CA
San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center - Donate The San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center is dedicated to the prevention of child abuse and neglect, the promotion of healthy families and the mental health of children. San Francisco, CA

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Lafayette Community Center Foundation - Donate The Community Center Foundation is dedicated to renovating and expanding the Lafayette Community Center. The Foundation was formed in 1983 to oversee the capital improvements and renovations necessary to transform the old Burton School into an active recreation center designed to accommodate our community’s diverse needs and to provide a beautiful place to learn, create and have fun. Lafayette, CA
Sustainable Community Gardens/Full Circle Farm - Donate There is a need for fundamental change in the way that we grow, get, and eat our food. Full Circle Farm represents a shift toward food systems that are local, fresh, and sustainable. Diversified, intensively managed crops and orchards grow on our eleven acre site at Peterson Middle School in Sunnyvale. Through our stewardship of this land, we honor our rich agricultural past while demonstrating how powerfully abundant our agricultural future can and should be. Sunnyvale, CA

DISABLED & DEVELOPMENTALLY CHALLENGED

CARH, Inc. - Donate Since 1972, the mission of CARH has been to enrich the quality of life of intellectually challenged adults and children through social, recreational and educational opportunities enabling them to achieve their greatest potential. Over 2,000 clients enjoy a social calendar of events ranging from movie matinees to dances, picnics, and other group activities. Financial assistance is provided for basic needs such as wheelchairs, eyeglasses, and special beds, in addition to our mobile dental hygiene program. Castro Valley, CA
Cerebral Palsy Center for the Bay Area - Donate At the Cerebral Palsy Center for the Bay Area, we envision a world in which people with disabilities are welcomed, valued, and able to live meaningful and fulfilling lives. Our mission is to make this vision a reality by creating a culture that supports people with disabilities through innovative, sustainable programs and services. Oakland, CA
Contra Costa ARC - Donate Contra Cost ARC exists to enhance and enrich the lives of children at risk of developmental delays and adults with developmental disabilities. Toward that end we provide direct services and advocacy to assist those we serve in achieving their highest level of personal independence and self-sufficiency Martinez, CA
Down Syndrome Connection of the Bay Area - Donate The Down Syndrome Connection of the Bay Area consists of a group of caring individuals, educators, therapists and involved community members whose passion and commitment is to serve families who have members born with Down syndrome Danville, CA
East Bay Innovations - Donate The mission of East Bay Innovations is to provide personalized support to enable individuals with developmental disabilities to live in their homes, to work at jobs of their choosing and to participate in all aspects of the community. San Leandro, CA
Marty Turcios Therapeutic Golf Foundation - Donate Program Model Teaching a student how to GO golfing is more important than teaching a student how to golf. The object is to attract the student to choose responsible use of leisure time. Everyone has leisure time to some extent and responsible use of leisure combats so many of the side effects of being disabled such as lethargy and substance abuse. Golf is healthy therapy that outlasts all other forms of traditional therapy and can, with adaptation, last a lifetime Martinez, CA
PD (Parkinson's disease) Active - Donate PD Active is a group of people impacted by Parkinson’s disease in the Oakland/Berkeley region. We create and improve programs that support and care for people with Parkinson’s, family and caregivers. We believe that we are our own best advocates, and that acting on our own behalf fosters independence, dignity and respect while preventing isolation and depression, and that we are strongest and most content when we work together. Oakland, CA

DIVERSITY

Rainbow Community Center of Contra Costa County - Donate The Rainbow Community Center of Contra Costa County envisions a society that embraces acceptance, safety and equality for all, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. The RCC builds community among LGBTIQ persons and their allies through social opportunities, health and wellness services, and awareness programs. Concord, CA

EDUCATION

Applegarden Montessori School - Donate Our Montessori preschool and childcare programs offer personal, prepared environments for the child. Here freedom of self-expression and exploration lead to learning experiences and develop in harmony with the child's own tendencies toward growth, independence, creativity, self-discipline and social awareness. In our school, children work individually and in groups. Activities are designed to elicit the child's interest and to inspire concentration and delight in learning. We also offer quality full-time childcare along with our Montessori programs. We value working closely with parents to nurture each child's fullest possible development Oakland, CA
buildOn - Donate (formally Building with Books) Enhancing education and empowering youth in the U.S. to make a positive difference in their communities while helping people of developing countries increase their self-reliance through education. San Francisco, CA
Emeritus College of DVC - Donate Diablo Valley College's Emeritus College offers not-for-credit courses and lectures at a reasonable fee. There are no homework assignments, no exams, and no long-term commitments. It really is learning for the fun of it. All that is required is a desire to learn with other adults. Pleasant Hill, CA
Hillsdale High School Foundation - Donate The mission of the Hillsdale High School Foundation is to provide financial support for Hillsdale High School programs or other independent Foundation programs that uphold the school’s cornerstones (such as its Smaller Learning Communities) while empowering and engaging all students. San Mateo, CA
Junior Center of Art and Science - Donate Junior Center faculty design and present programs which support and enrich the K through 12 art and science curriculum in over 300 elementary and secondary school classrooms throughout Oakland and the East Bay. An annual exhibit program for elementary school students, after school and summer art and science courses for children and teens, and drop-in activities for visitors of all ages are offered throughout the year. Oakland, CA
Lafayette Partners in Education - Donate We believe Lafayette school children need to have a well rounded education that reaches far beyond the basics in order to thrive in today's world. Lafayette Partners in Education teams up with parents, volunteers, school districts and classroom teachers to support high priority school programs threatened by lack of regular funding, Lafayette, CA
Live Oak Preschool - Donate Founded in 1974, Live Oak Preschool is dedicated to building a superior foundation for lifelong learning in a nurturing environment. We are a private, non-profit preschool for children of 3 to 5 years of age. Healdsburg, CA
Piedmont Educational Foundation - Donate The Piedmont Educational Foundation is a community-based organization whose mission is to promote academic excellence, champion innovation, and provide sustained financial support to the Piedmont Unified School District. Piedmont, CA

ELDERLY

Alzheimer's Services of the East Bay - Donate Since 1989, ASEB has been providing Adult Day Care, Family Support, and Education & Community Outreach Services, primarily in Alameda & Contra Costa Counties. An economical alternative to fulltime residential or in-home care, ASEB is committed to enabling individuals to remain at home for as long as possible, and to avoid premature or inappropriate institutionalization. Berkeley, CA
Elder Angels - Donate Investigates crimes against the elderly and assists the victims of such crimes. West Sacramento, CA
Episcopal Senior Communities - Donate Episcopal Senior Communities cultivates and builds healthy communities with a continuum of residential and innovative aging services that actively promote intellectual, physical, social and spiritual wellbeing. 2185 N. California Blvd Suite 575 Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Florence Douglas (Vallejo) Senior Center - Donate MISSION - To foster and promote the charitable, educational, social and recreational programs and services, which meet the needs of senior citizens Vallejo, CA
Institute on Aging - Donate Institute on Aging (IOA) is a community-based, non-profit organization that touches the lives of thousands of seniors in San Francisco, Marin, and the Peninsula. IOA's service mission is to enhance the quality of life for our diverse community of adults as they age San Francisco, CA
Meals on Wheels San Francisco - Donate Your generous donation will go a long way in helping those we serve. MOWSF exists to alleviate the food insecurity and loneliness experienced by seniors who want to stay in their own home but cannot shop or prepare meals for themselves. Our services are geared towards serving those with the greatest physical, social and economic need. The seniors we serve are frail, have limited ability to purchase or prepare meals, and have little or no support from family or caregivers. All of our clients are physically challenged due to a variety of conditions such as heart disease, cancer, vision loss, arthritis and diabetes. They are also confronted with the anxiety that the cost of living in San Francisco could outweigh their limited income. 1375 Fairfax Ave San Francisco, CA 94127
Whistlestop - Donate Serving Marin’s seniors and people with disabilities for over 50 years. We are more than just meals and wheels; we provide programs and services to support seniors in many ways. San Rafael, CA

ENVIRONMENT

Benicia Tree Foundation - Donate The Benicia Tree Foundation is working to provide the community resources to help improve and manage trees on private land. City government is limited to improving and managing public lands but, obviously, that leaves many areas of the community without resources to address tree concerns Benicia, CA
East Bay Regional Park District/Regional Parks Foundation - Donate The Regional Parks Foundation's sole purpose is to support the East Bay Regional Park District, which serves the East Bay through preserving the environment, providing opportunities for outdoor recreation, and offering environmental education. One of the Foundation's top priorities is to ensure that underserved populations have equal access to the East Bay Regional Park District parks, trails, programs, and services. Oakland, CA
Muir Heritage Land Trust - Donate Muir Heritage Land Trust believes that the vitality of our open spaces is essential to the health of our earth, air, water and our native plants and animals—and all of us. Our goal is to ensure that the beauty, diversity and fullness of our wild lands continue to enrich and sustain all generations of life. Martinez, CA
Save Mount Diablo - Donate to preserve Mount Diablo's peaks and surrounding foothills, through land acquisition and preservation strategies to: protect the mountain's natural beauty, integrity, and biological diversity; enhance our area's quality of life; and provide recreational opportunities consistent with protection of natural resources. Walnut Creek, CA
Save the Bay - Donate Save The Bay is the largest regional organization working to protect, restore and celebrate San Francisco Bay. As its leading champion since 1961, Save The Bay protects the Bay from pollution and inappropriate shoreline development, making it cleaner and healthier for people and wildlife. Oakland, CA
Urban Releaf - Donate Urban Releaf is committed to the revitalization of our communities through tree planting, garden projects and environmental education. Tree lined streets have been proven to be a viable necessity in most neighborhood planning and development efforts. Urban Releaf understands that tree planting is an important service in continuing the effort to beautify our communities. Oakland, CA

FOOD BANKS

Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano - Donate The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano works to end hunger and increase access to affordable, nutritious food for low-income individuals and families through a comprehensive group of programs that combat hunger and its causes Concord, CA
San Francisco and Marin Food Banks - Donate 225,000 people count on us From the south-east corner of San Francisco to the farthest points in West Marin, the Food Bank is a vital lifeline serving more people than ever before. High unemployment and the lingering effects of the recession have pushed record numbers of people in San Francisco and Marin to the point of hunger. While government safety net programs are stretched thin with budget cuts, people can still count on the Food Bank. Thanks to our thousands of donors and volunteers, we haven't cut back. We've scaled up, and we're getting more food to more families than ever before. San Francisco and Novato, CA

HEALTH - Information & Services

John Muir Health Foundation - Donate John Muir Health Foundation is dedicated to supporting John Muir Health. The generous contributions of individuals, businesses, and foundations help fund facilities, programs, and services that are important to the community. All gifts to John Muir Health Foundation directly support patient care services provided by John Muir Health. 1400 Treat Blvd. Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Planned Parenthood Shasta Pacific - Donate Planned Parenthood Shasta Pacific (PPSP) provides over 100,000 individuals with health care and education services at more than 30 sites throughout 17 Northern California counties. We reach people through our health care services, education programs, and advocacy initiatives Concord, CA
San Francisco AIDS Foundation - Donate San Francisco AIDS Foundation works to end the HIV epidemic in the city where it began, and eventually everywhere. Established in 1982, our mission is the radical reduction of new infections in San Francisco because we refuse to accept HIV as inevitable. Through education, advocacy and direct services for prevention and care, we are confronting HIV in communities most vulnerable to the disease. 1035 Market Street Suite 400 San Francisco, CA 94103

HISTORICAL

Aircraft Carrier Hornet Foundation (USS Hornet) - Donate The aircraft carrier USS Hornet is a national treasurer having participated in two of the greatest events of the 20th Century- World War II and the Apollo 11 manned space mission. Alameda, CA

HOMEBOUND SUPPORT

Alameda County Meals on Wheels - Donate The mission of Alameda County Meals on Wheels (ACMOW) is to enable frail elders to maintain their independence at home by providing them with high quality, nutritious meals that are cost effective, prepared in Alameda County, delivered by caring drivers and administered by local community organizations. Oakland, CA
Meals on Wheels of Contra Costa - Donate We support homebound elders to maintain their health and dignity, and to live independently in the comfort and security of their own homes. Our primary service population is senior citizens aged 85 and older. Martinez, CA
Project Open Hand - Donate Meeting community nutrition needs through programs for people living with HIV/AIDS, the homebound critically ill, and seniors. Project Open Hand provides meals/groceries for people with symptomatic HIV/AIDS or breast cancer, meals for homebound/critically ill people under the age of 60 and congregate lunches for people over 60 years of age. Services are available to eligible clients living in San Francisco and Alameda counties, regardless of their race, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, disability or ability to pay. San Francisco, CA

HOMELESS

Central County Homeless Outreach - Donate CCHO's unique outreach program is vital to a population whose needs would otherwise be unmet. CCHO collaborates with local law enforcement, shelter providers, homeless advocates, community service providers and the legal community to help the homeless find the resources and supplies needed to live and eventually transition off the streets. Martinez, CA
SHELTER Inc. of Contra Costa County - Donate SHELTER, Inc. is working to realize a vision: A Home for Everyone. Everyday. One family at a time. Martinez, CA
St. Paul's Trinity Center - Donate After twelve years of operation Fresh Start, a respite and community center for homeless and working poor, closed. St Paul’s reopened as Trinity Center and will maintain as many of the program services as funding allows. The Center serves breakfast and a hot lunch, provides laundry and shower facilities, mail service, access to telephones, clothing and toiletries, mail, food pantry, available job postings, onsite counselors and advocacy for social services, and just a safe and accepting place off the street for two days a week. Walnut Creek, CA

JOB PLACEMENT - TRAINING

Upwardly Global - Donate Our Mission: To eliminate employment barriers for skilled immigrants and refugees and integrate this population into the professional U.S. workforce. San Francisco, CA

LIBRARIES

Berkeley Public Library Foundation - Donate The Berkeley Public Library Foundation raises funds to support and enhance the facilities, programs and services of the Berkeley Public Library. BPLF’s mission: to support our community’s knowledge and learning by enhancing library facilities, programs and services. Berkeley, CA
Friends of the San Francisco Public Library - Donate Friends of the San Francisco Public Library is a member-supported nonprofit organization that advocates, fundraises, and provides critical support for the San Francisco Public Library and related literary and educational programs. San Francisco, CA
Lafayette Library and Learning Center Foundation - Donate The Lafayette Library and Learning Center Foundation (LLLCF) is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit, public benefit corporation created for the principal purpose of establishing and supporting the construction, operations, programs, funding and other business of the Lafayette Library and Learning Center Lafayette, CA
Walnut Creek Library Foundation - Donate The Walnut Creek Library Foundation is a community-based organization that enhances the Walnut Creek libraries’ objective of meeting the cultural, informational, educational and recreational needs of greater Walnut Creek by raising private and public funds and sponsoring programs, materials and events. Walnut Creek, CA

LOW INCOME

Monument Crisis Center - Donate The Monument Crisis Center serves low income families and individuals in Contra Costa County through dynamic service programs focused on providing nutritious food, education, general assistance and referrals. Today, we have more than 10,000 households signed up in our Food Distribution Program and we serve between 80-120 families at each distribution. Our programs and services have evolved and expanded in order to meet the needs of our growing clientele. Although food distribution remains our primary objective, we have developed adult education, youth, and senior programs to address the various needs of our clients. Monument Crisis Center strives to be a valuable resource for those in need of support in our community. .. 2350 Monument Blvd Ste B Concord, CA 94520
Rebuilding Together East Bay - North - Donate Rebuilding Together is the nation’s leading organization bringing volunteers and communities together to improve the homes and lives of low-income homeowners by providing free repair services for those with the greatest need. Rebuilding Together East Bay-North serves Richmond, San Pablo, North Richmond, Alameda, Albany, Berkeley and Emeryville. Berkeley, CA
Rebuilding Together Oakland - Donate rehabilitates homes for low-income elderly and disabled individuals as well as community facilities in the city of Oakland. Oakland, CA
Rebuilding Together Peninsula - Donate RTP's mission is to build volunteer partnerships to rehabilitate homes and community facilities for low-income homeowners and neighbors — seniors, disabled, or families — so they can live independently in warmth and safety. Redwood City, CA
Rebuilding Together Rohnert Park - Cotati - Donate In partnership with the community, Rebuilding Together Rohnert Park- Cotati rehabilitates the homes of low-income homeowners, particularly the elderly, the physically challenged, and families with children, so they may continue to live with dignity and independence in warmth and safety Rohnert Park, CA
Rebuilding Together San Francisco - Donate Rebuilding Together is the nation’s leading organization bringing volunteers and communities together to improve the homes and lives of low-income homeowners by providing free repair services for those with the greatest need 28 Pier 1 San Francisco, CA 94105
Rubicon Programs - Donate Rubicon’s mission is to prepare very low-income people to achieve financial independence and to partner with people with mental illness on their journey of recovery. Richmond, CA
San Francisco Living Wage Coalition - Donate The Living Wage Coalition is a grassroots movement of low-wage workers and their allies fighting for economic justice. We have been struggling since 1998 to change political priorities so that government does not subsidize poverty wage employers. We are engaged in a transformative rethinking of the economy that makes the goals of economic development a more prosperous, healthier and livable community. San Francisco, CA
Trinity Housing Foundation - Donate Founded in 1996, The Trinity Housing Foundation, a charitable 501(c)(3) housing organization based in Walnut Creek, California, is committed to support and empower persons of low to moderate income means by providing safe housing and services with dignity. Through partnerships in the business and service communities, Walnut Creek, CA

MENTAL ILLNESS

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill Contra Costa (NAMI Contra Costa) - Donate NAMI Contra Costa is a grassroots organization dedicated to providing support to the mentally ill and their families. Concord, CA

NON-VIOLENCE

Resource Center for Non Violence - Donate RCNV is a thirty year old peace and social justice organization dedicated to promoting the principles of nonviolent social change and enhancing the quality of life and human dignity. Santa Cruz, CA
Western States Legal Foundation - Donate WSLF is a non-profit, public interest organization founded in 1982, which monitors and analyzes U.S. nuclear weapons programs and policies and related high technology energy and weapons programs, with a focus on the national nuclear weapons laboratories. Oakland, CA

RELIGIOUS

Chabad of the East Bay - Donate Helps Jewish students at UC Berkeley. DONATE Berkeley, CA
Episcopal Charities - Donate Helps fund many Episcopal churches and dioceses in Northern California. DONATE San Francisco, CA
Hillside Covenant Church - Donate If one were to summarize Hillside Covenant Church, the pivot point would simply be this: centered on the good news that in Jesus Christ we have found, as the Bible puts it, the “way, the truth, and the life,” we are a community of people where Jesus is our focus, our foundation, our message, our hope. Walnut Creek, CA
Holy Redeemer Lutheran Church - Donate To be a Christ-Centered, inclusive community by: · Reaching out to all, · Sharing the Word of God in service and love, and · Encouraging, nurturing, and empowering all for ministry. Newark, CA
Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church - Donate Called by God. Nurtured in the Spirit. We are dedicated to making a difference in the world by extending the love of Jesus Christ. DONATE Lafayette, CA
Sacred Dying Foundation - Donate The Sacred Dying Foundation is committed to transforming the dying experience by reintegrating spiritual and religious practices, and to begin changing the way our society experiences death and dying. San Francisco, CA
Temple Sinai - Donate Temple Sinai is a warm and vibrant Reform synagogue in the heart of Oakland. We provide meaningful Jewish learning opportunities for all ages and stages of life. If you seek to explore or deepen a connection to Jewish life and community, you are welcome here Oakland, CA

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