Sleep Train Foster Kids - School Supplies Drive
Your help is needed for local foster children! Changing schools can be a tough time for any child, but for nearly 80,000 foster kids in California changing schools can mean losing months of educational progress and falling behind their peers in learning readiness. To help them prepare for a new school year, Sleep Train is collecting school supplies for California foster kids now through September 15th.
Bring your gifts of new pencils, pens, erasers and paper to Sleep Train for foster kids of all ages. Backpacks, highlighters, binders and pocket dictionaries can make a difference for older kids. For more information, visit www.sleeptrain.com or call 1-800-378-BEDS. Your gift will give local foster kids tools to help make the most of school. Sleep Train knows, not everyone can be a foster parent but anyone can help a foster child.
The Croquet Invitational & Charity Auction 2010
Benefiting: Greater Bay Area Make-A-Wish Foundation®
Event Date & Time: Saturday, May 15, 2010 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Event Location: Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards, Windsor
Mission: The Greater Bay Area Make-A-Wish Foundation grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.
Event Description: This premiere wine country event overlooks the picturesque croquet lawns of Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards and includes an elegant afternoon of croquet, gourmet food, exquisite wine and a world-class auction.
What is special: Guests dressed in croquet whites enjoying stunning vineyard views while having lunch courtside make this a one-of-a-kind occasion. Starting with mimosas at the entrance and a savory tasting of hors d’oeuvres on the terrace, the event continues with a courtside luncheon, croquet exhibition game, charity auctions, silver chip wine tasting, dancing and sweet dessert tasting.
Ticket Price: $200 per person
Phone Number: 415/982-9474
Contact information: events@SFwish.org
Web Address: www.SFwish.org
Org address:
55 Hawthorne Street, Ste. 800
San Francisco, CA 94105
Phone:
415/982-9474
Fax:
415/982-0444
Treasure Island Sailing Center
Sponsor a sailor, and help inner-city kids develop their self-confidence through the experience of sailing. Click the link for the Treasure Island Sailing Center at: http://www.tisailing.org/ (415) 421 2225
Easter Seals 20th Annual Tri-Valley Sports Hall of Fame
Easter Seals Bay Area is a non-profit organization that enables individuals with disabilities to address life’s challenges, achieve personal goals, and simply gain greater independence for everyday living. They currently serve 7 Bay Area counties (Alameda, Contra Costa, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Solano). Easter Seals Bay Area is an affiliate of Easter Seals, Inc.., which assists more than a million people through a nationwide network of affiliates in each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.
20th Annual Tri-Valley Sports Hall of Fame:
Thursday, April 29, 2010
5:30-10 pm
1184 Vineyard Avenue
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Inductees:
Justin Andrade- Pro bull rider
Derek Guffey- All-American Swimmer
Marci Porter Lucier- Olympic Gold Medalist
Mark Madsen- NBA F/C for Lakers and Timberwolves--Stanford University
Individual tickets ($125) and group tickets available at bayarea.easterseals.com
Proceeds will help individuals with disabilities and their families
BACS
If you need help locating a home care worker for a senior who lives in Alameda County, contact Bay Area Community Services. They offer non-cost referrals. To find out more go to: http://www.bayareacs.org 510-271-6078
Human Outreach Agency
You can donate used cell phones and inkjet cartridges to Human Outreach Agency in Hayward. They raise funds by selling them to a partner recycling group. http://www.hoaca.org or call 510-582-1172
ESRB (Entertainment Software Rating Board)
Not all video games are appropriate for all ages. Find out how to interpret the ratings listed on each game's packaging, by visiting the Entertainment Software Ratings Board's website. For the link go to: http://www.esrb.org
Unscripted Theater Company
The "Great Puppet Bollywood Extravaganza" combines India's signature film style, Bollywood, with an improv puppet show! It runs thru Dec 20 at the SF Playhouse on Sutter. To find out more go to: http://www.un-scripted.com
IWMF
Help the International Women's Media Foundation to train women in developing nations in journalism skills, so they can tell the stories that need to be heard. To find out how to help, more go to: http://www.iwmf.org 202-496-1992
U.S. Green Building Council
The Redwood Empire Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council offers workshops and certification programs in "green" building techniques. It's a timely and fast-growing industry. To find out more go to: www.usgbc-rec.org or call 707-543-6244
Big City Mountaineers
The group "Big City Mountaineers" takes inner-city teens on wilderness adventures in the Grand Tetons, and beyond. They're looking for climbers to gather pledges and accompany the kids on these fully-guided hikes. To find out more, go to summitforsomeone.org.
ECHO Housing
If you are a resident of Dublin and are behind on your rent, you may be able to get help from ECHO's Rental Assistance Program. For more information, call 888-887-ECHO.
Judicial Council of CA
Many jobs are available for Court Interpreters in California. If you speak a second language you can enjoy an excellent salary, while helping those caught up in the court system and unable to understand the proceedings. To find out more go to: http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/programs/courtinterpreters or call 916-469-9900
Rebuilding Together
If you have construction experience and can volunteer as little as once a month, get in touch with "Rebuilding Together San Francisco". They can use your expertise installing grab bars, handrails, etc. for seniors. To find out more go to: http://www.rebuildingtogethersf.org or call 415-905-1611
Role Model Program
The Role Model Program in Santa Clara County is looking for adult volunteers to visit public school classrooms an hour a week for 6 weeks, to inspire under-served youth. If you're interested go to: www.therolemodelprogram.org or call 408-246-0433
Pacific Intercultural Exchange
Study abroad with the Pacific Intercultural Exchange and learn how to surf in Australia, or learn Italian in the shadow of the Coliseum. To find out more go to: www.pieusa.org or call 888-PIEUSA1
Youth Court
If you are an attorney or a law firm interested in participating in Youth Court, which gives first-time young offenders a second chance and a clean record, find out more about the McCullum Youth Court at:http://www.youthcourt.org
Friends for Youth
If you like to watch sports, shoot hoops, or even just play video games, you can be a mentor to a young person at risk, through Friends for Youth. If you can help, or you know a young person who could benefit, find out more at: http://www.friendsforyouth.org or call 650-482-2867
Bay Area Air Quality Management District
Help keep smoking vehicles off the road: next time you see one, report it to 1-800-EXHAUST. The owner will get a letter suggesting that they tune it up or retire it for cash. Program it into your cell phone: 1-800-EXHAUST. Or report online; get the info at: www.baaqmd.org
RSVP/SF Public Schools
"RSVP" is recruiting adults 55 and over to help tutor and mentor San Francisco public school kids. There are many different kinds of opportunities, and they train you. To find out more go to: www.rsvpsf.org or call 415-474-7787
BayWise
Help keep polluting chemicals out the Bay by taking your car to a car wash instead of washing it yourself. It also uses less water! You can find out more tips from BayWise, at: www.baywise.org
California Human Services Dept
If you can't afford car insurance, you may qualify for California's low cost Automobile Insurance Program for low-income drivers.. To find out more, call: 866-602-8861
H.I.P Housing
If you need to reduce your housing costs, home-sharing may be the answer. If you live in San Mateo county or are interested in moving there, contact the Human investment Housing Project. Find the number at: 650-348-6660
United Healthcare Children’s Foundation
Grants are available to families struggling with child health-care costs. If your child needs services not covered by private insurance, you may be eligible. To find out more go to: www.uhccf.org or call 510-548-5335.
Save the Bay
Save the Bay wants you to know that 15,000 plastic grocery bags were pulled out of the S.F. Bay last year. These kill thousands of birds, marine mammals and fish every year. To find out how you can prevent bay pollution, find the Save the Bay link at www.savesfbay.org
Consumer Credit Counseling Service
If you’re struggling with a your mortgage rate or facing foreclosure, attend one of the free Saturday seminars put on the by the non-profit Consumer Credit Counseling Service. To find out more go to: www.gotdebt.org or call 805-383-7700
Call2Recycle
Chances are you already recycle your glass, plastic and paper, but you can also recycle your rechargeable batteries safely, at many local retailers. To find out where go to: www.call2recycle.org or call 877-2-recycle
Public Service Announcements
If you have an event or project you'd like us to mention,
please send information on your organization's letterhead to:
KNBR 680 - Public Affairs
55 Hawthorne Street, Suite 1100
San Francisco, CA 94105-3914
You may also email us at: SFOPSA@cumulus.com
Phone: (415) 995-6829
Fax: (415) 995-6867
Attention school or youth group activity directors! Does your school or youth orginization have sports fundraising event coming up? Just email coach@knbr.com and we can help by promoting and listing your event here.