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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 couple hugs while holding small dog—capturing tenderness and joy.

Meet Tracy

Having a place of their own has also meant being able to pay it forward

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An older man carefully organizes books and photos on a shelf—symbolizing legacy and care.

Meet Ebrahim

A 93-year-old lost his Supplemental Security Income. Then he got rent help

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Family gathered in front of a Christmas tree, smiling for a group photo.

Update on the Magana de Cuevas Family

Berkeley hospital worker’s life gets financially upturned – video update!

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A young girl in a pink tutu dances joyfully with father—capturing laughter, bonding, and play.

Update on Nixon!

Season of Sharing helps vet get a home, and get his daughter back – video update!

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A woman and man embrace joyfully outside their home while a child looks on—symbolizing reunion, love, and family strength.

Meet Maryuri

Facing immigration uncertainty and COVID-19, S.F. family gets help from Season of Sharing

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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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Two women laugh together while sitting on stairs—celebrating joy and togetherness.

Meet Nicole

Cancer survivor secures new home in Pittsburg with assist from Season of Sharing

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Explore Our Latest Videos

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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Stories from the Bay Area—In Their Own Words

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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