Opportunity Junction inspires self-confidence and career skills for job seekers

Donations will help Opportunity Junction to support 350 Contra Costa County residents and their families. The nonprofit aims to provide students with 50 Thanksgiving meals and 270 $50 holiday gift cards. The remainder will fund paid internship experiences for program graduates as well as individual financial support to individuals through transportation subsidies, rental help, and phone and internet bill assistance. Goal: $30,000

In this class, your homework is to call a friend or go for a walk

Donations will help the Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPC) to purchase $200 grocery gift cards for 50 low-income families at risk of child abuse and neglect during the holiday season to use for a special holiday meal, traditional treats for children, or basic needs. Goal: $10,000

White Pony Express combats East Bay food insecurity

Donations will help White Pony Express expand its 16-school School Pantry Program and begin to reduce its 70-agency waitlist. The program, which currently serves 35,000 children, provides fresh, wholesome, ready-to-eat food at schools where 80% or more of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Goal: $10,000