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.

BAY AREA SPORTS HALL OF FAME
The Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame enshrines the great athletes of the Bay Area and helps kids play sports. For the past 30 years,  the Youth Fund has helped over 500 local youth organizations and  generates grants to support youth sports programs that would cultivate future leaders.  You can donate directly by click HERE.

 

WARRIORS FOUNDATION
The Warriors Foundation is committed to making a positive impact in the communities of Oakland and the greater San Francisco area and provides financial support and unique resources to meet the social, educational and cultural needs of the community.

 
 

49ERS FOUNDATION
For 16 years, the 49ers have been working to support programs for underprivileged youth. A significant portion of the 49ers Foundation funding goes towards family violence prevention programs and activities that foster a sense of leadership and respect in the underserved youth. 

 

GIANTS COMMUNITY FUND
The Giants Community Fund provides aid to community efforts in the areas of education, health, and violence prevention. A non-profit organization, the Fund supports Jr. Giants throughout Northern California as it uses baseball as a forum to encourage healthy, productive living. Since 1991, the Fund has donated over $10 million to these community efforts.

Make-A-Wish
The Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport and Hyatt at Fisherman's Wharf invite you to participate in this great day of golf and philanthropy for Make-A-Wish.  You will also have the chance to win fabulous prizes, including a hole-in-one prize of $1 million or a new 2010 automobile donated by Mr. Han of Han Lees' Toyota.  Last year’s tournament raised $15,000 for our chapter making the total for the past four years over $75,000!  Their goal is to exceed $100,000 by the end of this year's tournament.  We hope you'll support them in this effort by spending a day on the course for Make-A-Wish.  Registration and breakfast begin at 8:30 am, with tee-off at 10:00 am.  You get to spend a competitive day on the course while helping make children’s wishes come true. To see the invitation and registration form click here.

 

Over The Edge

 Over the Edge  to benefit Special Olympics Northern California Saturday, July 24, starting at 9:00am  at the Grand Hyatt, 345 Stockton Street b/w Post & Sutter in San Francisco. Special Olympics Northern California is taking fundraising to new heights! Over the Edge provides participants the thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime chance to rappel down a building in an exciting (and completely safe) environment! Individuals who want to participate are required to raise a minimum of $1,000 and can solicit donations from family, friends and co-workers through the Over the Edge online giving site at www.overtheedgesf.com. Anyone who has the guts and can raise a minimum of $1,000 is eligible. There is no age limit to participate but rapellers must weigh between 110 and 300 pounds.  ONLY A FEW SLOTS ARE LEFT ... will YOU go Over the Edge?

 

SJCC Basketball Camps

San Jose City College Boys Basketball Camps proudly enters its 23rd year as one of the premier youth basketball camps in the Bay Area.  Our goal is to give each camper as much time and attention on the court as they can handle, while at the same time helping each individual develop skills and knowledge to become a worthy team member, family member and worthwhile citizen.  We emphasize the importance of building a solid foundation of fundamental skills from which basketball excellence can be further developed.  This year we have three All-Day Camp sessions; June 14-18 for ages 8-17: July 5-9 for ages 12-17 and July 12-16 for ages 12-17 at a cost of $210 per session.  The Half-Day Camp sessions are July 5-8 and July 12-15 for ages 8-11 at a cost of $110 per session. Register by May 20 and deduct $10, early drop off and late pick up is available.  Teaching points of emphasis are individual and team offensive and defensive concepts, ball handling, passing, and shooting sessions as well as 1on1/ 3on3/ and 5on5 competitions.  For more information and details please call Brad Stever at 408 298-2181 extension 3608 or e-mail brad.stever@sjcc.edu .  You may go to the schools’ website www.sjcc.edu and look under the announcement section (right side on the home page) and click on Boys Basketball Camps for application and other details.

The Munchkin Fun Run

Sign up your youngsters for the Munchkin Fun Run, presented by the San Francisco Marathon to benefit the San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center. The fun run will be open to kids of all ages. Runners get a medal, t-shirt, food and drink plus they will be helping the kids at the Child Abuse Prevention Center. Click on Munchkin Kids Fun Run at thesfmarathon.com to register your youngsters and get pledges from families and friends. The Munchkin Fun Run July 25th. To register, visit thesfmarathon.com.

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

Habitot Children's Museum
The East Bay's Discovery Museum for young children. Our hands-on exhibits and drop-in art activities are perfectly tailored for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and families. Habitot offers children's classes and camps, preschool field trips, birthday parties, parenting classes and parent support groups. Come and play! Click HERE for more.

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.

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

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

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.