ANTIOCH, CA, – The 50-year-old Antioch Historical Museum is actively raising funds to restore one of the oldest artifacts from the settling of Antioch by early Americans – The First …
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AntiochNon-Profit
Jack Roddy’s Last Roundup Golf Tournament and Dinner Announced
by CC Newsby CC NewsOn July 18, the Delta Advocacy Foundation presents Jack Roddy’s Last Roundup Golf Tournament and dinner. The event will take place with a 12:00 pm shotgun start golf tournament at …
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Non-ProfitPleasant Hill
The Peter Pan Foundation’s “Wish Upon a Star” Returns Memorial Day Weekend
by CC Newsby CC NewsLafayette, CA, – For 19 years, The Peter Pan Foundation (PPF) has enchanted audiences and uplifted communities with its signature production, Wish Upon a Star (WUAS). This Memorial Day Weekend, …
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ConcordContra Costa CountyNon-Profit
Wrixon to Retire, Mason Named New Executive Director at Child Advocates of Contra Costa County
by CC Newsby CC NewsCONCORD, CA – After more than a decade of transformational leadership, Ann Wrixon, Executive Director of Child Advocates of Contra Costa County (formerly CASA of Contra Costa County), is retiring. …
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Non-ProfitPodcast
Podcast: Tirrell Muhammad Talks Kings Accountability Program
by CC Newsby CC NewsOn this episode, Tirrell Muhammad joins me to talk about his efforts with the Kings Accountability Group and the work being done in the City of Richmond and other parts …
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Contra Costa CountyNon-Profit
White Pony Express Seeks Support to Keep Contra Costa Communities Nourished
by CC Newsby CC NewsConcord, CA – White Pony Express (WPE), a leader in food recovery and distribution, is urgently calling on the community to help bridge a critical funding gap due to cuts …
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Non-ProfitPittsburg
PetPlace® and Pets Best Insurance Honor Five Extraordinary Pet Rescues as “Heroic Hearts Collective” Award Recipients on National Pet
by CC Newsby CC NewsUmbrella of Hope in Pittsburg was named as “Heroic Hearts Collective” Award Recipients on National Pet New York — Pet rescues nationwide are facing more challenges than ever before, including …
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Contra Costa CountyNon-Profit
John Muir Health Foundation’s Campaign to Conquer Cancer Surpasses Goal, Sets Fundraising Record in Contra Costa County
by CC Newsby CC NewsWALNUT CREEK, CA – The John Muir Health Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports John Muir Health, proudly announced today the successful conclusion of its Campaign to Conquer Cancer. The …
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On this episode, a chat with Sylvia Green of Blessed to be a Blessing Ministries who are a local non-profit food pantry in Contra Costa County serving families. Based out …
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BrentwoodNon-ProfitPodcast
Podcast: Lauren Huffmaster of Adventure Therapy Foundation
by CC Newsby CC NewsOn this episode, I chat with Lauren Huffmaster, founder of Adventure Therapy Foundation, a nonprofit that exists to break the destructive cycles created by the isolation, fear and broken identity …
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Contra Costa CountyMartinezNon-Profit
Contra Costa County Historical Society Receives $20k Donation
by CC Newsby CC NewsMartinez, CA – The Contra Costa County Historical Society received a generous donation in November of 2024 from California Foundation for Stronger Communities (“CFSC”) of $20,000 to continue the CCCHS …
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MartinezNon-Profit
Downtown Martinez & Co. Announces the Departure of Executive Director
by CC Newsby CC NewsOn Monday, Downtown Martinez & Co announced the departure of executive Director Kara Klotchman who had been with the organization the past six years. Statement from the Board of Directors: …
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Contra Costa CountyNon-Profit
Meals on Wheels Diablo Region Remains Committed to Supporting Seniors
by CC Newsby CC NewsWALNUT CREEK, CA — The recent executive order regarding pauses in certain federal payments understandably raised concerns for organizations like Meals on Wheels Diablo Region. However, as of January 29, …
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Contra Costa CountyNon-Profit
White Pony Express Launches Gift Card Campaign for LA Fire Victims
by CC Newsby CC NewsHeralded nonprofit White Pony Express (WPE) has launched a campaign to collect and distribute gift cards to the survivors of the Los Angeles fires. Gift cards will offer recipients the …
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On December 11, local dignitaries, government officials, donors and trade partners joined Yellow Roof Foundation for a ceremonial ribbon cutting and unveiling of the latest Yellow Roof community of income-based, …
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ConcordContra Costa CountyNon-Profit
White Pony Express “Onward and Up” Campaign – Halfway to Goal
by CC Newsby CC NewsWhite Pony Express (WPE), one of the most active food recovery organizations in California, has reached the halfway mark in its year-end campaign. This annual fundraising campaign needs to raise …
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The Brentwood Regional Community Chest donation barrels have been placed at 45 locations and are ready to be filled. Within the barrels, they are looking to collect non-perishable food and …
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Non-ProfitRichmond
Richmond-Based Nonprofits Receives $200k Neighborhood Builder Grant and Training
by CC Newsby CC NewsRichmond Area Multi-Services, Inc. (RAMS) and Richmond Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. (RNHS) named Bank of America 2024 Neighborhood Builders each receive $200k. San Francisco – Celebrating its 20th year, Bank of America’s …
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BrentwoodNon-ProfitPittsburgPleasant Hill
St. Vincent de Paul of Contra Costa Announces a New Cycle of The Workforce Development Program – Paid Job-Training!
by CC Newsby CC NewsContra Costa County – St. Vincent de Paul of Contra Costa County is excited to announce new sessions of its Workforce Development Program, a paid job training initiative designed to …
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Non-ProfitOakley
Rotary Club of Oakley Set for Annual Christmas Basket Program
by CC Newsby CC NewsJoin the Rotary Club of Oakley as it will hold sign-ups for its 2024 Annual Christmas Basket Program. The Christmas Basket program aims to help members of the community with …
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Contra Costa CountyMartinezNon-Profit
Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa Reaches Milestone of Over 6 Million Meals Served
by CC Newsby CC NewsMARTINEZ, CA – Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa (LFCC), a community-based nonprofit providing nutritious meals to individuals and families in need, has reached a significant milestone: more than 6 …
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AntiochNon-Profit
Choice in Aging Announces Bedford Center Online Auction is Live
by CC Newsby CC NewsChoice in Aging announced that its Bedford Center Online Auction is now live ahead of its upcoming event in Antioch. We have over 60 fabulous packages, including exclusive wine & …
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Contra Costa CountyNon-ProfitWalnut Creek
Contra Costa Non-Profits Receive $340k from Lesher Foundation
by CC Newsby CC NewsWALNUT CREEK, CALIF. — In recognition of the nonprofit sector’s essential work in improving the quality of life in Contra Costa County, the Dean & Margaret Lesher Foundation is delighted …
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On this episode, I chat with Kim Karr of #ICANHELP and Digital4Good. The conversation comes a day after negative social media commentary hit the contracosta.news social media pages. While we …