06/30/2026
Last week, we celebrated two significant milestones at our Oakland campus: the completion of a capital project which adds 20 additional beds for young people experiencing homelessness, and the dedication of our Oakland site in honor of the late Brian Bob.
Brian devoted more than three decades to Covenant House California. Beginning in street outreach in the late 80s, he helped establish our earliest Oakland programs, served in development and youth engagement, and ultimately led the Oakland Wellness Center. Throughout his career, he embodied compassion, inclusion, and an unwavering commitment to ensuring every young person felt seen, heard, and supported.
Naming our Oakland site after Brian is more than a tribute; it’s a commitment to carrying his legacy forward. Every young person who walks through our doors will enter a space rooted in the values Brian lived every day: unconditional love, dignity, belonging, and hope.
We’re honored to celebrate Brian’s extraordinary legacy while continuing to expand access to safe shelter and supportive services for youth across California.
Thank you, Brian. Your impact lives on. 💙