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VIVALON DELIVERS THANKSGIVING

   Vivalon, a San Rafael-based nonprofit that advances independence, health and quality of life for older adults and people with disabilities, safely delivered approximately 150 traditional meals to homebound older…


LOCAL NONPROFIT MAKES IT HOME

  For those transitioning out of homelessness, or aging out of foster care, even the simplest of household goods or furnishings can be unaffordable. Founded by interior designer Carolyn Rebuffel…


CVNL unveils Heart of Marin nominees

Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership has announced the nominees for the 30th Annual Heart of Marin Awards.      “After two years of virtual events we are thrilled and filled with…


Guide Dogs celebrates 80th milestone

More than 400 guests at Guide Dogs for the Blind’s Canine Heroes Gala enjoyed an evening filled with meaningful stories from special guest Aria Mia Loberti, a Guide Dogs graduate…


GIVING BACK GUIDE: NONPROFITS SEEK GIFT CARDS, TOYS

 Since 2018, Giving Marin Community Partnership has fostered  the recognition of, exposure for and donations to support hundreds of nonprofit organizations that serve Marin County. Here are some Giving Marin…


SVDP BENEFACTORS ENJOY MUSEUM TOUR

   St. Vincent de Paul Society of Marin hosted a special museum tour and dinner from a live auction package that was sold at their Pennies from Heaven Gala hosted…


STAR STUDENTS EXPERIENCE FARMING AT COM

Star Academy has been a recognized leader in educating students with learning differences for more than 30 years. Four years ago, Head of School Sheila Reilly recognized the need for…


ROOTS OF PEACE FOUNDER HONORED FOR AFGHAN AID

  Roots of Peace founder and CEO Heidi Kuhn received an honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters from the American University of Afghanistan on Nov 14.     In a dinner chaired…


RCU DONATES OVER $45K TO REGION’S NONPROFITS

Redwood Credit Union joined credit unions around the world in celebrating the 74th annual International Credit Union Day, a day for credit unions to reflect on their history and commitment…


CHAMBER CELEBRATES WOMEN OF INDUSTRY

 The San Rafael Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Women of Industry Committee, hosted the ninth annual Women of Industry Celebration on Oct. 22 at the Jonas Center at…