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Community Foundation Offers Ways to Help Residents Affected by SoCal Fires

Lea este artículo en español aquí.Southern California is facing one of the most devastating wildfire seasons in recent history. Since Jan 7, the Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, Lidia and Kenneth wildfires have wreaked havoc across the region, destroying homes, displacing families …

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Gilroy Assistance League Accepting Grant Applications

Gilroy Assistance League is accepting grant request applications through Feb. 21. The local nonprofit considers grant requests that directly benefit youth organizations, programs and schools in Gilroy, San Martin and Morgan Hill, says a press release from Gilroy Assistance League.

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Anderson Homes Gives Back to Area Nonprofits

Lea este artículo en español aquí.Local nonprofits providing services to residents are benefiting from Anderson Homes’ “Giving Back Starts at Home” promotion this year. The program donates to several organizations, helping them continue to serve San Benito County in 2025. …

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Dolly Parton’s ‘Imagination Library’ Brings the Joy of Reading to Every Child

Vicki Fortino, executive director of United for San Benito (USB), says she heard about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library from Linda Smith, superintendent of the Willow Grove Elementary School District. Smith told Fortino USB would be a good fit to …

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HSD Partners With Legacy Church in Growing Effort to Give Back

Information provided by Hollister School District. Lea este artículo en español aquí.The Hollister School District has once again partnered with Legacy Church to provide a brighter Christmas season for local families in need, and this year’s effort included a large …

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Community Foundation Sets Up Funds for the Giving Season

Lea este artículo en español aquí.A big part of the holiday season is giving gifts to those close to us, but an even bigger part is giving to those in need. On Giving Tuesday, Dec. 3, the Community Foundation for …

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Hollister School District Partners to Give Back

The Hollister School District has once again partnered with Legacy Church to provide a brighter Christmas season for local families in need, and this year’s effort included a large increase in recipients.

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Grant Helps Expand Childcare Services in Gilroy

A grant of $1,749,800 from the Valley Health Foundation will help the YMCA of Silicon Valley expand and enhance childcare services for families in Gilroy.

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South Valley Unites for Farmworkers

On a recent December afternoon, about 30 volunteers gathered at St. Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista to give their efforts to the sprawling, multifaceted Farmworker Caravan—an annual holiday donation drive for families in need in five counties.

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South Valley Unites for Farmworkers

On a recent December afternoon, about 30 volunteers gathered at St. Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista to give their efforts to the sprawling, multifaceted Farmworker Caravan—an annual holiday donation drive for families in need in five counties.

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Mission 10 Race Scheduled for Jan. 25 in San Juan Bautista

The 41st annual Mission 10 Race will take place on Jan. 25, 2025. This year’s race will also celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Hollister, which sponsors and organizes the Mission 10 event.

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Mission 10 Race Scheduled for Jan. 25 in San Juan Bautista

The 41st annual Mission 10 Race will take place on Jan. 25, 2025. This year’s race will also celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Hollister, which sponsors and organizes the Mission 10 event.

Image caption: Founded as a business organization in 1915, the Kiwanis Club now serves millions of children worldwide.
Doing Good: Kiwanis International

Founded as a business organization in 1915, the Kiwanis Club now serves millions of children worldwide.

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Jacob’s Heart Receives $10,000 Grant From Community Foundation

Lea este artículo en español aquí.Jacob’s Heart is honored to be selected as a grant recipient by the Community Foundation for San Benito County. As one of Jacob’s Heart’s service areas, these funds will support families in the region facing …

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BenitoLink’s NewsMatch Campaign Is Moving Right Along

Lea este artículo en español aquí.When it comes to fundraising, fall is our most crucial time of the year. It sets the stage for our 2025 reporting. We ask our readers to take advantage of matching opportunities to double, and …

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Kathy Johnson Named Interim Foundation CEO

The Community Foundation for San Benito County this week announced its board has appointed Kathy Johnson as its interim CEO.

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Communtiy Foundation Announces Interim CEO

Information provided by the Community Foundation for San Benito County. Lea este artículo en español aquí.The Community Foundation for San Benito County (CFFSBC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathy Johnson as its Interim Chief Executive Officer. Kathy brings …

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12 Days of Giving Campaign: Community FoodBank

Information provided by Community FoodBank of San Benito. Lea este artículo en español aquí.Community FoodBank of San Benito is partnering with other essential service organizations in our community to raise funds and awareness this holiday season. The 12 Days of …

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12 Days of Giving Campaign Empowers Support for CASA’s Foster Children

Information provided by CASA of San Benito County. Lea este artículo en español aquí."Each year, CASA of San Benito County advocates for and provides essential services to foster children in our community. These vital services are delivered by community members …

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BenitoLink’s ‘Vintage 14’ Fall Fundraiser Kickoff Set for Nov. 8

Lea este artículo en español aquí.BenitoLink hosts its second annual Fall Fundraiser kickoff, Vintage 14, on Friday, Nov. 8 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Damm Vineyards in Hollister. The celebration marks the end of the harvest season in …

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