GIVING BACK,
FROM RUTHERFORD.

The San Francisco-Marin Food Bank is on a mission to end hunger in its community. Before the pandemic, one in five neighbors was at risk of hunger. Now, we know the need is even greater. They address hunger head-on — from the food pantry network and home-delivered groceries to CalFresh (food stamp) enrollment. Every week, 36,000 households count on them for food assistance. Almost 70% of what is distributed is fresh fruit and vegetables.

Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services works to lift people out of poverty through food, education and family support. Beyond emergency food distribution, they offer adult education, parenting classes and clothing programs. Every month, around 250,000 people across Sacramento County rely on their network of partner agencies and mobile pantries.

Fed by Blue protects the waterways that sustain our vineyards and communities. Through volunteer clean-ups, habitat restoration and watershed education, they bring people closer to the rivers and coastline they depend on. This season, volunteers removed more than 1,200 pounds of debris from local creeks and shorelines.

Summer Search supports students from low-income communities through year-round mentoring, summer experiences and college guidance. Their long-term relationships help young people build resilience and confidence. 94% of Summer Search students graduate high school, and most go on to become the first in their families to attend college.