Turning dollar bills into a very good cause
PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 7, 2020 Last night, Building Futures was presented with a check for $2,600 from Forbidden Island owner Michael Thanos. But this was not your typical
Holiday Drive Report and Newsletter
The holidays can be tough for those who have struggled with homelessness and family violence. Year after year, old friends and new ensure Building Futures’ clients experience the warmth of
For years, people pinned dollar bills to the ceiling of Alameda bar. Why they finally took them down
By Tessa McLean, SFGATETuesday, November 19, 2019 For years, people pinned dollar bills to the ceiling of Alameda bar. Why they finally took them down The owner said he knew it
Building a Better Future
Ten words changed Sophia Campos’ life. The police had been summoned again to the home she shared with her four young children. Her ex-husband was back, controlling and violent. Too
Jazz It Up!
With your help, Jazz It Up! 2019 was our most successful fundraiser yet! Thank you! This article was first published in our 2018-19 Annual Report.
San Leandro Homeless Compact Lauded
On June 6th, The Association of Bay Area Governments and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission honored the San Leandro Homeless Compact with a Bay Area Metro Award for easing the Bay
We Love Our Volunteer Dinner Donors!
Calling all cooks—can you help? “It gives me great joy because it combines my passion for cooking with my desire to help homeless youth.” —Rena Jackson, monthly dinner donor On
City Prepares Warming Shelter
Alameda Sun, Staff Reports • Thursday, December 6, 2018https://alamedasun.com/news/city-prepares-warming-shelter The City of Alameda, Building Futures and Christ Episcopal Church have teamed up to create an opportunity for those without access
