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Short on time? Big on heart? Let us do the shoppingāsponsor holiday joy with a gift.
Your contribution ensures that every woman, teen, and child in our care receives something chosen with love and dignity. You make the magic possible; we handle the wrapping.
Be the spark that brightens a familyās holiday.
PICTURED HERE: Masonās of San Leandro
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With great sadness, Building Futures honors the late Stephen Cassidy (1964-2025). Many knew Stephen as San Leandroās former mayor, a SLUSD board member, and a key voice behind revenue measures for the city and its schools. Others knew of his dedication to the arts. One of the quiet ways he showed his concern for people experiencing homelessness and domestic violence was to serve on Building Futuresā Board of Directors. For years after his service, the agency and its leaders continued to benefit from Stephenās ideas, generosity, and listening ear. He leaves behind a powerful legacy. Rest in peace, Stephen Cassidy.
#Thankful #BuildingFutures #InMemoryOf #SanLeandro #StephenCassidy
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āI need a light to show me the way, and there you are.ā ā Paulette
These words remind us what community truly means. Your support has helped transform real livesāensuring women, teens, and children can take meaningful steps toward stability and joy this holiday season.
āØ Tomorrow, December 9th, is the last day to drop off new, unwrapped gifts for our Holiday Toy Drive!
Thanks to local businesses and partners, we now have drop-off locations across Alameda, making it easier than ever to give.
If you canāt make it in person, you can still support families by:
š Visiting our website
šļø Contributing to our wishlist
š Making a donation
Every contribution brings warmth, care, and dignity to families in our programs.
Thank you for being the light.
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A huge thank you to @Iron Creed Motorcycle Club for their gifts to our holiday drive! Want to join them? Itās so easy to make a difference.
Just drop off a new, unwrapped gift at one of our toy drive locations and help bring joy to families in our care. Every single gift mattersāand together, we can make this season brighter for our neighbors.
Thank you for showing up for community. š
Letās keep the giving going! Bring gifts by Tues 12/9
www.bfwc.org/holiday
#bayarea #giftdrive
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Did you know you can drop off gifts and toys for our Holiday Toy Drive in Alameda at Island Savoy Market, Toy Safari, Alameda Library, AND City Hall?
Thereās still time to support families this season! Weāre collecting new, unwrapped gifts to brighten the holidays for the women, teens, and children in our care.
š Island Savoy Market ā 1200 Lincoln Ave, Alameda
š Toy Safari ā1410 Park St, Alameda
š Alameda Free Library ā 1550 Oak St, Alameda
š City Hall ā 2263 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda
Every donation brings warmth, joy, and a sense of belonging to families who need it most. Thank you for helping us continue a tradition rooted in love, compassion, and community. āØ
Together, we can make the holidays brighter. More info on how to get involved is on our website! š«¶š½
#christmas #christmas2025 #Christmas #christmastree #christmasgifts
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āļøšāāļø The 2025 Midway Shelter Winter Run is THIS WEEKEND!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 6th at the Harbor Bay Ferry Terminal in Alameda. Every mile you run helps provide safety, compassion, and stability for women and children at Midway Shelter.
š Scenic Course Highlights
Take in the stunning Bay Farm Island shoreline on a flat, out-and-back trail with sweeping views of San Francisco and the Alameda coast.
This yearās route has been expanded along Harbor Bay Parkway to welcome our ever-growing community of runners!
š Fun for Kids: Half-mile shoreline loop.
š Easy Parking: Available on-site at the Ferry Terminal.
š„¤ Refreshments: Snacks and drinks waiting for you at the finish line.
š Run With Purpose
Midway Shelterāpowered by the partnership of Alameda Homeless Network and Building Futuresāhas been a lifeline for women and children since 1989. Your participation helps sustain that life-changing work.
Bring your community, lace up, and join us for a meaningful morning on the bay!
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š Spread Holiday Cheer in Three Simple Ways! š
Join us in making the season brighter for the women, children, and teens in our programs. By contributing to our toy drive!
Hereās how you can help:
1ļøā£ Give Online
2ļøā£ Send Gifts from the Wish List
3ļøā£ Drop Off New Gifts (by 12/9)
Links and more details in the comments! šāØ Thank you for helping bring warmth and joy to families this holiday season! āØš
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We want to take a moment to say thank you.
Your support brings comfort, hope, and stability to individuals and families working hard to rebuild their lives. And the impact shows in their words:
ā¢ āI need a light to show me the way, and there you are.ā āPaulette
ā¢ āThe way Building Futures is makes me think of my mom.ā āReginald
ā¢ āYou have brightened so many days. I am grateful.ā āCassie
Because of you, families find safety.
Survivors find healing.
Neighbors find home.
For 37 years, our community has walked beside Building Futuresāand this year, your generosity has meant more than ever. Thank you for choosing compassion, connection, and care.
If youād like to continue supporting this work, please consider a year-end gift: bfwc.org/donate
With gratitude, from all of us at Building Futures.
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These videos share some of the stories of community members whoĀ transitioned from challenging times of homelessness to being safely and permanently housed through Building Futuresā assistance.
