Give Where You Live: Benevolent by the Bay

Give Where You Live: Benevolent by the Bay

Our region is rich in its creativity, its diversity, its environment, and its people. But it is also home to many who are struggling simply to survive.

From Concord to East Palo Alto, to San Jose, to Oakland, our neighbors are facing challenges; the lack of a uniform or tools to accept a new job, not having the the tuition for a class that will lead to a better life, or children without warm winter clothes.

They all have goals, dreams, and ambitions, they just need help getting over one hurdle to get there. Won't you lend a hand?

- Thank you!


$505of $505

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13 supporters
Funded on 4/13/2014

Takahleet from San Jose, CA

I am a refugee and senior citizen, and I need new eyeglasses for daily functioning

My old glasses are not useful, and I got lost when I couldn’t see the signs. New glasses will also help in my English class. More

Validated by Dora from Asian Americans for Community Involvement

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13 supporters
Funded on 4/15/2014

Brahan from San Jose, CA

I am a refugee and expecting my first child. I need a bed, crib, and baby items.

I currently sleep on a mattress on the floor with several roommates. These items will make caring for my new baby easier. More

Validated by Dora from Asian Americans for Community Involvement

$785of $780

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11 supporters
Funded on 4/29/2014

Sharon from East SF Bay, CA

I’m a single mother who needs deposit money to secure a home for my daughter and myself

Currently our work and housing situation is unstable, but securing our own place will help us step up. More

Validated by DeVonna from Davis Street Family Resource Center

$685of $560

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10 supporters
Funded on 4/18/2014

Reyna from East SF Bay, CA

My husband is ill, and our children need clothing for school

Since my husband was diagnosed with Systemic Vasculitis he is unable to work much. I am looking for work, but the children have needs. More

Validated by Andrea from Michael Chavez Center & Monument Community Partnership

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4 supporters
Funded on 4/19/2014

Alexander from Oakland, CA

Lack of education has held me back. I need to study & get my GED for a better future.

My goal is to get a good job that can sustain my bills and housing. First, I need to raise the fees for the GED course and exams. More

Validated by Kamela from Beyond Emancipation

$420of $420

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9 supporters
Funded on 6/10/2014

Princess Taujuri from Oakland, CA

My baby and I need clothing to stay healthy and thrive as we develop independence

I live in transitional housing with my 5-month old. I need clothing for her as she grows and work attire for myself to get a good job to support us. More

Validated by Kamela from Beyond Emancipation