Transforming Shan’s Home: From Bare Necessities to Comfort

Shan had collected items over the years, but their dressers were broken and beds were on the floor, a common situation for our clients without the means for proper furniture. […]
Kicking Off The Summer With Kindness
Mark is a veteran of the US Navy and has a wife and 3 boys. Two years ago he suffered many life threatening medical problems all at once: he had […]
Embracing Hope: Jenna’s Journey to a New Home
Jenna and her three children are now living in a home filled with hope and possibilities.
Raquisha’s Journey: From Homelessness to Hope
Embark on Raquisha’s touching journey as she, along with her two children, perseveres through years of homelessness.
Home Again: Transforming Lives One Family at a Time
Discover how Grateful Gatherings, led by Donna Wright Somerville, swiftly turns empty houses into havens of hope. From collecting donated furniture to meticulously setting up each home, volunteers ensure every […]
From Crisis to Comfort: Grateful Gatherings’ Support for a Family in Need
When a mother and her two children faced sudden upheaval, leaving them without essential furniture and beds, Grateful Gatherings stepped in with compassion and practical assistance. Through generous donations and […]
Changing Lives: Grateful Gatherings’ Impact from a Therapist’s Perspective
Therapist Trishka Lampkin shares how Grateful Gatherings provides support for those most vulnerable.
From shelter to home – Tomeka’s story
Grateful Gatherings and our Orinda chapter provided more than just furniture. They provided a home right before a pandemic.
A New Beginning: Grateful Gatherings’ Impact on Families
Grateful Gatherings transforms empty spaces into cherished homes for families facing homelessness. Sarah and her children found renewed hope as volunteers furnished their empty apartment overnight. This initiative goes beyond […]
FILLING HEARTS WITH HOPE

Gianna has two boys aged 4 and 7. With assistance from Ruby’s Place, a shelter for women and children escaping domestic violence, she secured her own place. Gianna and her […]