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A look at those we’ve helped throughout the years

Since 1989, Share the Spirit has helped those in need in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties and the rest of the Bay Area by publishing their “Stories” — an in-depth account of their hopes and struggles — in the East Bay Times during the holiday season. Readers responded generously with donations that helped these people and the organization involved. Here are some of those Stories from past campaigns:

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2022

St. Vincent de Paul volunteer won’t stop giving back

Donations will help St. Vincent De Paul of Contra Costa County provide $75 holiday food-gift cards to 200 needy families — about 800 people — struggling to pay for basic items — milk, diapers, fresh produce or ingredients for special ...
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2022

Meet the diabetic alert dogs who save lives

Donations will help Early Alert Canines support training and dog care and provide supplies to volunteer families who look after the animals before they’re placed with clients.
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2022

Bay Area food bank staffers work around the clock to keep up with massive demand

Donations will help the Food Bank of Solano and Contra Costa obtain, transport and distribute food to hundred of thousands of people monthly through direct service programs. The food bank says it can provide two meals for every dollar contributed.
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2022

Agency prepares students with disabilities for work in film, media

Futures Explored will use donations to help students pursue their ambitions in film and media. The funds will go toward new equipment and instructor training for the program.
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2022

Pittsburg mom able to dream with help of Immigration Institute of the Bay Area

Donations will help Immigration Institute of the Bay Area provide legal consultations and legal representation to the low-income immigrant communities in Contra Costa and Alameda counties.
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2022

Housing helps at-risk Oakland man put down roots during pandemic

Donations will help East Bay Innovations purchase basic emergency items and supplies for more than 175 OakDays facility residents’ medical needs, including oxygen, evacuation chairs and mobility aids, client- and diet-specific food supplies, go-kits, battery packs and chargers.
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2022

Hayward woman credits Civicorps training with bringing dream closer to reality

Donations will help Civicorps pay the salary of a lead case counselor, who provides trauma-informed counseling, conflict resolution, social services support, and case management to its participants annually.
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2022

Martinez shelter welcomes struggling families

Shelter Inc. will use donations at its Mountain View Family Shelter in Martinez to help with cost of housing operations, client needs, food, transportation and supplies.
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Honoring Our Donors

A special thanks to those who have helped make the Bay Area a better place​

We would like to commemorate these people who, through their kindness and sacrifice, have aided those in need and create positive change in our community. Their generosity has left a lasting impact, inspiring hope for a brighter future. We are deeply grateful for their commitment and the difference they continue to make. We would also like to thank those who chose to remain anonymous despite their generosity.

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These East Bay organizations were featured in the latest holiday season drive. Read more about them and learn how you can still help.

Please take a moment to help these East Bay organizations this holiday season. Their dedication and hard work have directly helped those in need in the Bay Area community. Read more about them and how you can help:

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