Claudia’s Path to Stability
To cover rent, Claudia, her daughter Andrea, and son Maurizio live with her friend Carla and Carla’s son. Three years ago, Claudia and her children came to the U.S. from […]
Building a Better Future
Mary was in her own place until her son’s father died. Barely scraping by, she met a man on an online dating site. After seeing him for a while, the man […]
Matilde’s Journey: From Political Unrest to New Beginnings
Matilde, a single mom, and her three children—Herardo (14), Mercedes (10), and Franklin (7)—received political asylum in the US after escaping political unrest and domestic violence in El Salvador. Before […]
Home for the Holidays
Celeste, a single mother of five—Cesar (17), Melody (11), twins Coco and Chayo (7), and Abel (6)—faced domestic violence in Marin and feared for their safety when her husband was […]
Getting Settled
Kelly and her twins were referred to us by Ruby’s Place, a shelter for survivors of domestic violence. The twin’s father is not the abuser but doesn’t help financially. Kelly […]
Grateful Gatherings Chapter Coordinator
Location: San Mateo County Volunteer Position: Part-Time – 5-10 hours a week Description: Grateful Gatherings is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing furniture and household items to those transitioning out of homelessness, poverty or crisis. We do this through […]
Marin Gatherings – The Chef Special
Elda, from Guatemala, faced escalating violence in her neighborhood, culminating in her brother’s tragic death. Determined to protect her children, she fled with her fiancé Jorge to seek asylum. They […]
CATHOLIC WORKER HOUSE OPENS UP TO SERVE FAMILIES IN NEED
“I never could have imagined something so big and beautiful. I already feel like it’s my home.” – Emeline, 14 years old. Emeline and her family escaped violence in El […]
Carondolet Lacrosse Gathering
Elmira* and her 5 year old son have been at STAND shelter for 3 years. STAND is a shelter for abused women and children in Contra Costa County. She only spoke Arabic when […]
Head-Royce School Gathering
Samira and her family spent over a year in a shelter after fleeing domestic violence. She, a preschool teacher, needed support furnishing her first home. After navigating the legal system, […]