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See you tomorrow Tuesday? Building Futures staff will be onsite at the Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in San Leandro during the Farmers Market on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to provide information, resources, and support for individuals impacted by domestic violence. We were there last week too!
This outreach effort is designed to connect with community members attending the market, as well as Kaiser staff, employees, and patients, raising awareness about domestic violence and the services available to those in need. Through education, resource-sharing, and meaningful conversations, Building Futures aims to help ensure that individuals know where to turn for support.
Stop by to learn more about Building Futures’ services, resources and grab some purple swag!
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). DVAM was created to connect advocates, individuals and communities across the nation who are working to end violence.
What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence, also known as Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is a pattern of coercive behaviors in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner. Building Futures provides a range of services for survivors of domestic violence.
If you don’t feel safe, call us 24/7. Building Futures’ 24-hour domestic violence crisis line: 1-866-292-9688 or 1-866-A-WAY-OUT
Follow us all month long on Facebook and Instagram for prevention resources, information centered on building healthy relationships, statistics about domestic violence (DV) and more.
#PurpleThursday #EndDomesticViolence #DomesticViolenceAwareness #DVAM #EndHomelessness #BuildingFutures
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Wear purple this Thursday! #PurpleThursday is October 15, 2026—National “Wear Purple” Day—observed on the third Thursday of October.
Purple nails, purple hair—it all counts! The color purple is a symbol of peace, courage, survival, honor, and dedication to ending domestic violence.
Nationwide, those who care will dress in purple to show support for survivors and signal their commitment to ending violence. Building Futures friends and frontline staff also participate each year.
Send Building Futures your selfie at teamdevelopment@bfwc.org and/or tag us on social media using the hashtag #PurpleThursday.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). DVAM was created to connect advocates, individuals and communities across the nation who are working to end violence.
What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence, also known as Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is a pattern of coercive behaviors in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner. Building Futures provides a range of services for survivors of domestic violence.
If you don’t feel safe, call us 24/7. Building Futures’ 24-hour domestic violence crisis line: 1-866-292-9688 or 1-866-A-WAY-OUT
Follow us all month long on Facebook and Instagram for prevention resources, information centered on building healthy relationships, statistics about domestic violence (DV) and more.
#PurpleThursday #EndDomesticViolence #DomesticViolenceAwareness #DVAM #EndHomelessness #BuildingFutures
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Toothbrushes, women’s deodorant, kids toothpaste. The basics. Purchased and delivered with love. Thank you to Holly, who reached out to see what were the most needed items. These will go right into our Move In Kits!
Want to help?
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Thank you Community!!!
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Join us today at the San Leandro Kaiser Farmers Market from 10:30am -1:30pm!
Building Futures staff will be onsite at the Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in San Leandro during the Farmers Market on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, and Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to provide information, resources, and support for individuals impacted by domestic violence.
This outreach effort is designed to connect with community members attending the market, as well as Kaiser staff, employees, and patients, raising awareness about domestic violence and the services available to those in need. Through education, resource-sharing, and meaningful conversations, Building Futures aims to help ensure that individuals know where to turn for support.
Stop by to learn more about Building Futures' services, resources and grab some purple swag!
October officially marks the beginning of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) created to connect advocates, individuals and communities across the nation who are working to end violence.
Building Futures provides a range of services for survivors of domestic violence. If you don’t feel safe, call us 24/7. Building Futures’ 24-hour domestic violence crisis line: 1-866-292-9688 or 1-866-A-WAY-OUT
Follow us all month long on Facebook and Instagram for prevention resources, information centered on building healthy relationships, statistics about domestic violence (DV) and more.
#EndDomesticViolence #DomesticViolenceAwareness #DVAM #EndHomelessness #BuildingFutures
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October officially marks the beginning of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM).
DVAM was created to connect advocates, individuals and communities across the nation who are working to end violence.
#PurpleThursday is on 10/15 -- wear purple to spread awareness!
What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence, also known as Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is a pattern of coercive behaviors in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner.
Building Futures provides a range of services for survivors of domestic violence. If you don’t feel safe, call us 24/7. Building Futures’ 24-hour domestic violence crisis line: 1-866-292-9688 or 1-866-A-WAY-OUT
Follow us all month long on Facebook and Instagram for prevention resources, information centered on building healthy relationships, statistics about domestic violence (DV) and more.
#PurpleThursday #EndDomesticViolence #DomesticViolenceAwareness #DVAM #EndHomelessness #BuildingFutures
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Read our Program Update: Transforming Lives at Lewelling in San Leandro!
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Building Futures is proud to provide services at the Lewelling Shelter and Drop-In Center in San Leandro. This week the City of San Leandro presented their annual report to City Council and we were inspired to share some of the people behind the numbers about what makes this place special and transformative.
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Girl Scout Troop 30851 making a difference!
Back-to-school support for the kiddos at our shelter : )
Local Girl Scouts are learning that the money they raise through their hard work can do so much more than fund troop activities. Their efforts can make a real difference in the lives of women and children at local homeless shelters too!
Using funds raised through Girl Scout Cookie sales and the “Fall Nuts & Magazines fundraiser” Troop 30851 partnered with Building Futures in May 2026 to help provide back-to-school clothing for children receiving our services.
The girls spent a special shopping trip at a Hesperian/San Leandro clothing store, picking out new school outfits for the children we serve. Each scout carefully considered what each student might need and enjoyed the opportunity to shop with a purpose—knowing that their choices would help another child feel confident and ready for the new school year.
This was more than a shopping trip. It was a chance for the girls to see firsthand the impact of their fundraising efforts and to experience the joy of giving back to their community. From selling cookies and magazines to shopping for kids in need, Troop 30851 is putting the Girl Scout spirit into action—learning that when we work together, we can make a difference.
We are grateful to these Girl Scouts for turning their hard work into kindness, generosity, and a brighter start to the school year for others!
#BuildingFutures #BackToSchool #GirlScouts #Troop30851 #GirlScoutCookies #GivingBack #CommunityService #GirlScoutsGiveBack #MakingADifference
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Featured Videos
These videos share some of the stories of community members who transitioned from challenging times of homelessness to being safely and permanently housed through Building Futures’ assistance.
