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A man sits on the edge of a bed in a dim room—suggesting solitude and contemplation.

Meet Michael

Season of Sharing Fund helps Marin widower retain apartment — and a sense of dignity

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Young people train in a boxing gym, focused and in motion—highlighting discipline and empowerment.

Meet Keoni

Season of Sharing helps COVID orphan who became parent and breadwinner to his brothers

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A man prepares coffee at a table in warm lighting—capturing culture and routine.

Meet Alvin

Season of Sharing helps Oakland man who puts family first

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A phone shows a smiling selfie of four people—highlighting connection in a digital age.

Meet Patrick

Rental assist aids Solano County resident’s recovery from work injury

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A woman ties a young girl’s shoelaces in stadium seating—showing love and tradition.

Meet Lileiti

She found a new home in Oakland, making good on a promise to her son

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A woman kisses a child on the cheek while showing a book—representing love and learning.

Meet Esbeidy

Immigrant family in pricey Napa gets crucial rent help from Season of Sharing

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A man wearing safety vest smiles inside a car with two children—showing mentorship and shared purpose.

Meet Brian

‘Diamond in the rough’ dad reunites with sons in S.F. with help from Season of Sharing

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Man smiling in a garden—emphasizing nature and healing spaces.

Meet Alfred

Hayward man was struck by lightning. And that was just the beginning of his troubles

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A woman with a patterned dress sits calmly in a softly lit room—conveying dignity and presence.

Meet Grace

Season of Sharing helped her find safety in Lake Merced

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A family enjoys an evening out at a fair, surrounded by lights and games—capturing joy and togetherness.

Meet Jose

Teen daughter’s cancer pushed single dad to the edge. Season of Sharing covered his rent

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A father and mother prepares food in a kitchen while two children observe—representing learning and nourishment at home.

Meet Cristina

Home ownership dreams derailed by auto accident, Napa family saved by Season of Sharing

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A family gathers in a holiday decorated living room—enjoying connection during festive moments.

Meet Juan

After their sixth child was born, he got fired. Season of Sharing caught them up

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Two volunteers load produce into crates from a truck—highlighting food distribution and community service.

Meet the Food Banks

Season of Sharing helps former execs stunned to find themselves in a food line

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A woman and young girl share a hug on a couch—conveying affection, trust, and comfort.

Meet Asbel

As Napa family’s medical bills mounted, Season of Sharing helped them stay afloat

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A man sits upright in bed—symbolizing comfort at home.

Meet Gene

Season of Sharing helps suddenly disabled woodworker keep his home

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Meet Horace

Horace is a two-time Purple Heart recipient and a single father. When his caregiver misused his benefits, he faced eviction.

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Meet Renee

When Renee’s daughter faced a childcare crisis, she left her job to care for her three young grandkids. But that selfless act came at a cost.

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Meet Juan Ramon

Juan Ramon left his job to stay by his wife’s side during her battle with cancer. But the family had fallen behind on rent and bills started piling up.

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Meet Brian

Brian, a self-proclaimed ‘diamond in the rough’ dad, reunited with his sons in San Francisco with help from Season of Sharing Fund.

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Meet Leticia

Leticia, a grandmother raising her three grandchildren, was facing financial strain. Season of Sharing Fund stepped in to help. 

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Meet Susan​

Susan was facing rent increases in the Bay Area. Season of Sharing Fund stepped in to help her move into a more affordable unit. 

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Meet Janet​

Janet was hospitalized for several days, impacting her family savings. Season of Sharing Fund helped bridge their crises with assistance. 

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Meet Susan

Susan was facing rent increases in the Bay Area. Season of Sharing Fund stepped in to help her move into a more affordable unit. 

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Meet Brian

Brian, a self-proclaimed ‘diamond in the rough’ dad, reunited with his sons in San Francisco with help from Season of Sharing Fund.

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Meet Leticia

Leticia, a grandmother raising her three grandchildren, was facing financial strain. Season of Sharing Fund stepped in to help. 

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