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Volunteers load boxes of fresh produce into a vehicle—highlighting food distribution efforts.

Meet the Food Banks

Season of Sharing helps Bay Area food banks seeing unprecedented need as costs soar

A woman hugs her dog lovingly while sitting on a bed—showing companionship and trust.

Meet Jetoshia

When she finally escaped his abuse, inner strength and a helping hand rescued her

A man and woman sit on a couch during the holidays, holding hands—showcasing togetherness and joy.

Meet Alisha

Season of Sharing: Family’s COVID-19 infection nearly cost mom’s life, home

A woman in a winter hat holds a small dog—portraying warmth and companionship.

Meet Mellow

Safeway clerk struggles with injuries

A mother and two children sit together on a couch, smiling and embracing—illustrating love and generational connection.

Meet Latoya

Bay Area nurse finds new opportunities after child care crisis and unemployment

A close-up of three people crossing arms—symbolizing solidarity and personal stories.

Meet Giovanna

How a single Bay Area mother got through pandemic job loss with rent relief

A woman in a beaded dress laughs freely in warm light—capturing joy and self-expression.

Meet Audrey

No stranger to homelessness, Novato resident fights to stay afloat

A woman sits in a sunlit room looking out the window—suggesting contemplation, peace, and solitude.

Meet Luz

Season of Sharing gives a Morgan Hill mother and her son a respite on rent

An older woman sits on a bench outdoors, smiling gently—expressing wisdom, calm, and presence.

Meet Susan

Tenant facing rent increases gets help to move into affordable unit

A woman reclines in a living room with a cane and walker beside her—portraying rest and resilience in daily life.

Meet Andrea

Oakland mom with big family gets crucial rental help from Season of Sharing

A man walks along the shoreline with waves in the background—evoking reflection and companionship.

Meet Sean

Surfer is ‘happy not to be a homeless senior citizen,’ thanks to Season of Sharing

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

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

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

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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Meet Horace

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

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.

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.

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.