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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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A woman smiles as two children affectionately hug her—highlighting love, closeness, and multigenerational bond.

Meet Cristina

Season of Sharing helps S.F. mom, young sons find home of their own

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A man stands in a sunny field holding a small dog—portraying peace and companionship in nature.

Meet Jack

Still housed and cancer-free, a Napa resident looks forward

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A man in a red plaid shirt sorts plastic bags full of food—representing preparation and community service.

Supporting our Food Banks

Season of Sharing funds help food banks still facing increased need due to the pandemic

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A man in a suit smiles while seated beside a succulent garden—conveying professionalism and approachability.

Meet Season of Sharing

35 years of helping our neighbors through Season of Sharing

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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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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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Profiles of help and hope from Season of Sharing Fund, which provides one-time, rental assistance to people during times of crisis – when a little support can have an enormous impact.

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