Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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Berkeley Food and Housing Project's mission is to ease and end the crisis of homelessness in our community.
Validators
Crystal- My job title is Employment Specialist. My work involves providing employment services to the homeless. This entails providing soft skills workshops, job readiness, resume and cover letter building, mock interviewing, and job development. We also provide transportation and many times interviewing… More
Lauren- My job title is Intern Case Manager. My work involves working one on one with clients to support them in finding housing and employment. I also do client intakes and create and maintain new client files including Intakes, database records, program entries and program exits, as well as assist with… More
LaDiamond- My job title is Program and Case Management Assistant. My work involves helping homeless individuals and families enter our Transitional Housing Program through outreach. Once they enter our program, our Housing Case Managers, including myself, help the individual or family find affordable… More
Cathy- My job title is Housing Case Manager Intern. My work involves permanently housing clients, case managing them, and dealing with issues other then just being homeless. What I like about my job is getting women permanently housed.
Felicia- My job title is Assistant Manager. My work involves doing assessments with clients, as well as getting clients support resources and finding them housing. I also work to support all clients and staff that need my help around the building. What I like about my job is getting clients housed and in a… More
Laura- As the Employment Service Specialist I offer employment services to the homeless populations served by Berkeley Food & Housing. My goal is to provide participants with the tools and support they need to obtain career oriented, living wage employment.
What I like about my work is seeing… More
Maria- I am a Shelter Plus Care Case Manager. My program serves adults who are homeless and disabled. I work with them to locate and secure housing in the area. Once housed, I work together with the client to retain their housing and thrive. The participants I work with motivate me. Their stories, their… More
Needs validated
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$440of $390
8 supporters
Funded on 12/24/2013
Michael
from Berkeley, CA
My disability income only pays rent, medicine co-pays, and some food. I need a bus pass and some clean clothing to get out to my medical appointments. More
Validated by Feuy from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$505of $505
8 supporters
Funded on 12/20/2013
Roberto
from Berkeley, CA
I’ve been homeless, but have just started a new job. Having a supply of clean uniforms will help me keep this job and find housing. More
Validated by Crystal from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$310of $310
5 supporters
Funded on 1/6/2014
Kay
from Berkeley, CA
I was a paralegal back in Sri Lanka, and am studying to be one here. Learning to drive will help me get employed when I finish my training. More
Validated by Lauren from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$225of $225
2 supporters
Funded on 12/15/2013
Smithers
from Berkeley, CA
Since leaving active duty work has dried up. A transit pass will help me make my appointments at the VA, job interviews, and get me back on my goals. More
Validated by Anthony from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$445of $450
5 supporters
Funded on 1/12/2014
Preness
from Berkeley, CA
I couldn't work due to injuries in my shoulder and leg. Now I’m in training to do security. I need a tablet for my training and to get more hours. More
Validated by Lauren from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$445of $445
4 supporters
Funded on 1/12/2014
Amirah
from Berkeley, CA
My goals are to stay employed and warm, and get my own place. Clothing to be professional at work and a warm coat for the winter will help me succeed. More
Validated by LaDiamond from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$604of $505
10 supporters
Funded on 2/28/2014
Darlene
from Berkeley, CA
I want to continue improving my skills, and helping clients, while I search for permanent housing and work to re-unite with my daughter More
Validated by Cathy from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$390of $390
7 supporters
Funded on 1/17/2014
Sandra
from Berkeley, CA
I have limited mobility, miss my appointments, and cannot go out in public or do grocery shopping. A wheelchair will help in all aspects of my life. More
Validated by Andrea from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$255of $255
5 supporters
Funded on 12/31/2013
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$225of $225
4 supporters
Funded on 1/25/2014
Rick
from Berkeley, CA
My job ended when the business lost its lease, now I’m in the shelter. The agency is helping me get interviews, but I need help getting to them. More
Validated by Anthony from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$625of $450
9 supporters
Funded on 2/19/2014
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$640of $615
24 supporters
Funded on 3/14/2014
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$415of $390
7 supporters
Funded on 3/7/2014
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$365of $365
10 supporters
Funded on 3/26/2014
Dee
from Berkeley, CA
I have applied for SSI & GA benefits, but have no income until they come in. Surviving on the street will be easier with warm clothes and decent food. More
Validated by Feuy from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$120of $113
2 supporters
Funded on 2/24/2016
Tim
from Berkeley, CA
I am homeless at the moment, and need a bicycle for transportation purposes. I would also like to purchase an efficient bike lock to protect the bike. More
Validated by Maria from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$385of $385
2 supporters
Funded on 12/20/2015
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$155of $150
3 supporters
Funded on 5/7/2016
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$351of $350
9 supporters
Funded on 6/7/2016
Heather
from Berkeley, CA
I haven't had a bed since I moved to my new unit and it is starting to take a toll on my health. A futon will help me sleep well & have guests visit. More
Validated by Laura from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$550of $550
9 supporters
Funded on 6/14/2016
Jonathan
from Berkeley, CA
I recently found housing, and I am sleeping on an air mattress. A bed will give me a place to sleep and start each day rested and ready. More
Validated by Laura from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$225of $225
6 supporters
Funded on 8/16/2016
Ray
from Berkeley, CA
A laptop will allow me to go back to school to train in the helping field. It would also aid in my search for permanent housing. More
Validated by Laura from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$420of $420
5 supporters
Funded on 11/15/2016
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$203of $600
8 supporters
Funded on 1/20/2017
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$405of $400
9 supporters
Funded on 12/27/2016
Donald
from Oakland, CA
I need a sleeper sofa for my apartment. Because my apartment is small, a compact and multi-use sofa would be a perfect fit. More
Validated by Maria from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$375of $375
9 supporters
Funded on 1/2/2017
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$255of $250
7 supporters
Funded on 1/20/2017
Chris
from Oakland, CA
Earning an education can propel me to a career that can dramatically improve my family's future. A laptop will be a huge step toward me getting there. More
Validated by Maria from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$328of $500
12 supporters
Funded on 10/17/2017
Cabelle
from Oakland, CA
A trip to the National Museum of African American History and Culture would be a life-changing experience & give me a better understanding of myself. More
Validated by Maria from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
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$149of $450
2 supporters
Funded on 1/22/2018