The Lend A Hand Foundation was designed to empower youth to stay in school through various programs and services. Through all of our programs and services we instill hope, strength and confidence in our young people to help create a better future for themselves.
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Operating as usual
06/28/2021
Many thanks to each of you who have made a donation toward our 22nd Annual Supply Giving Program where we will support 8,246 low income/at risk students. We are very close to reaching our final goal. We sincerely thank you! https://www.lendahandfoundation.org/donate-2/
Many thanks to each of you who have made a donation toward our 22nd Annual Supply Giving Program where we will support 8,246 low income/at risk students. We are very close to reaching our final goal. We sincerely thank you! https://www.lendahandfoundation.org/donate-2/
06/25/2021
The 22nd Annual Stay in School Kickoff Reception at One Toyota of Oakland was a massive success! Thank you to all that were able to attend in person or virtually to support the Lend A Hand Foundation. Your support is essential to the work that LAHF does to provide resources that are otherwise not available to children and families.
The 22nd Annual Stay in School Kickoff Reception at One Toyota of Oakland was a massive success! Thank you to all that were able to attend in person or virtually to support the Lend A Hand Foundation. Your support is essential to the work that LAHF does to provide resources that are otherwise not available to children and families.
06/21/2021
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06/10/2021
Hello everyone! This is a friendly reminder regarding an upcoming event.
This event will celebrate Black Excellence and also fundraise for three organizations who are transforming lives in Oakland’s Black community. Sponsors of this grand Juneteenth event will have an opportunity to showcase their dedication to the success of East Oakland/Bay Area residents, network with community leaders, and increase their local visibility, all while having some fun.
The celebration will feature special guests, including Grammy Award Winning Artist Dwayne Wiggins, music and entertainment, a soulful food experience, African wine, and a ceremony honoring these three incredible organizations:
ESO Ventures https://www.eso-ventures.com/ - who launched in the midst of the pandemic to help Black and LatinX entrepreneurs from East Oakland build and grow their businesses
Lend A Hand Foundation https://www.lendahandfoundation.org/ - who ramped up their capacity to bring critical services and resources to Oakland’s low-income students and families so they could stay engaged and continue their educational journey
Our Kids “OK” Program https://okprogram.org/ - whose unique model of matching Black police officers with at-risk Black middle and high school youth became even more invaluable in the wake of the George Floyd and Breonna Taylor murders, the Summer of Awakening regarding police brutality, and the increasing homicide rate that has plagued our city.
This fundraising event will take place on Saturday, June 19, from 5:30–8:30pm, on the rooftop of the Port Workspace (344 Thomas L. Berkley Way, Oakland, CA 94612) which overlooks the beautiful Lake Merritt!
Thank you for your consideration. For more information, please contact Event Coordinator, CDA Consulting Group via email at [email protected] or by calling (510) 725-7722.
Sponsors interested in making an online payment, can also visit https://www.eventbrite.com/.../councilmember-loren...
Hello everyone! This is a friendly reminder regarding an upcoming event.
This event will celebrate Black Excellence and also fundraise for three organizations who are transforming lives in Oakland’s Black community. Sponsors of this grand Juneteenth event will have an opportunity to showcase their dedication to the success of East Oakland/Bay Area residents, network with community leaders, and increase their local visibility, all while having some fun.
The celebration will feature special guests, including Grammy Award Winning Artist Dwayne Wiggins, music and entertainment, a soulful food experience, African wine, and a ceremony honoring these three incredible organizations:
ESO Ventures https://www.eso-ventures.com/ - who launched in the midst of the pandemic to help Black and LatinX entrepreneurs from East Oakland build and grow their businesses
Lend A Hand Foundation https://www.lendahandfoundation.org/ - who ramped up their capacity to bring critical services and resources to Oakland’s low-income students and families so they could stay engaged and continue their educational journey
Our Kids “OK” Program https://okprogram.org/ - whose unique model of matching Black police officers with at-risk Black middle and high school youth became even more invaluable in the wake of the George Floyd and Breonna Taylor murders, the Summer of Awakening regarding police brutality, and the increasing homicide rate that has plagued our city.
This fundraising event will take place on Saturday, June 19, from 5:30–8:30pm, on the rooftop of the Port Workspace (344 Thomas L. Berkley Way, Oakland, CA 94612) which overlooks the beautiful Lake Merritt!
Thank you for your consideration. For more information, please contact Event Coordinator, CDA Consulting Group via email at [email protected] or by calling (510) 725-7722.
Sponsors interested in making an online payment, can also visit https://www.eventbrite.com/.../councilmember-loren...
OFCY is holding a Town Hall on June 9 to hear from community members about OFCY strategies being developed for the next funding cycle, which starts July 1, 2022, and awards grants for 3 years. The Planning and Oversight Committee will also meet on June 23 and July 7 to hear directly from the public on the draft Strategic Investment Plan.
The June 9 Oakland Town Hall, from 5:30 to 7:30 is focused on gathering input from youth, family members and community leaders from East and West Oakland, and is co-sponsored by two outstanding anchor organizations - Youth Uprising and Attitudinal Healing Connection. Attached is the eventbrite link here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oakland-fund-for-children-and-youth-community-town-hall-tickets-154587781215 and a flyer with the link embedded. Interested community members may also contact [email protected] to receive the eventbrite directly.
OFCY is holding a Town Hall on June 9 to hear from community members about OFCY strategies being developed for the next funding cycle, which starts July 1, 2022, and awards grants for 3 years. The Planning and Oversight Committee will also meet on June 23 and July 7 to hear directly from the public on the draft Strategic Investment Plan.
The June 9 Oakland Town Hall, from 5:30 to 7:30 is focused on gathering input from youth, family members and community leaders from East and West Oakland, and is co-sponsored by two outstanding anchor organizations - Youth Uprising and Attitudinal Healing Connection. Attached is the eventbrite link here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oakland-fund-for-children-and-youth-community-town-hall-tickets-154587781215 and a flyer with the link embedded. Interested community members may also contact [email protected] to receive the eventbrite directly.
06/02/2021
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This event will celebrate Black Excellence and also fundraise for three organizations who are transforming lives in Oakland’s Black community. Sponsors of this grand Juneteenth event will have an opportunity to showcase their dedication to the success of East Oakland/Bay Area residents, network with community leaders, and increase their local visibility, all while having some fun.
The celebration will feature special guests, including Grammy Award Winning Artist Dwayne Wiggins, music and entertainment, a soulful food experience, African wine, and a ceremony honoring these three incredible organizations:
ESO Ventures https://www.eso-ventures.com/ - who launched in the midst of the pandemic to help Black and LatinX entrepreneurs from East Oakland build and grow their businesses
Lend A Hand Foundation https://www.lendahandfoundation.org/ - who ramped up their capacity to bring critical services and resources to Oakland’s low-income students and families so they could stay engaged and continue their educational journey
Our Kids “OK” Program https://okprogram.org/ - whose unique model of matching Black police officers with at-risk Black middle and high school youth became even more invaluable in the wake of the George Floyd and Breonna Taylor murders, the Summer of Awakening regarding police brutality, and the increasing homicide rate that has plagued our city.
This fundraising event will take place on Saturday, June 19, from 5:30–8:30pm, on the rooftop of the Port Workspace (344 Thomas L. Berkley Way, Oakland, CA 94612) which overlooks the beautiful Lake Merritt!
Thank you for your consideration. For more information, please contact Event Coordinator, CDA Consulting Group via email at [email protected] or by calling (510) 725-7722.
This event will celebrate Black Excellence and also fundraise for three organizations who are transforming lives in Oakland’s Black community. Sponsors of this grand Juneteenth event will have an opportunity to showcase their dedication to the success of East Oakland/Bay Area residents, network with community leaders, and increase their local visibility, all while having some fun.
The celebration will feature special guests, including Grammy Award Winning Artist Dwayne Wiggins, music and entertainment, a soulful food experience, African wine, and a ceremony honoring these three incredible organizations:
ESO Ventures https://www.eso-ventures.com/ - who launched in the midst of the pandemic to help Black and LatinX entrepreneurs from East Oakland build and grow their businesses
Lend A Hand Foundation https://www.lendahandfoundation.org/ - who ramped up their capacity to bring critical services and resources to Oakland’s low-income students and families so they could stay engaged and continue their educational journey
Our Kids “OK” Program https://okprogram.org/ - whose unique model of matching Black police officers with at-risk Black middle and high school youth became even more invaluable in the wake of the George Floyd and Breonna Taylor murders, the Summer of Awakening regarding police brutality, and the increasing homicide rate that has plagued our city.
This fundraising event will take place on Saturday, June 19, from 5:30–8:30pm, on the rooftop of the Port Workspace (344 Thomas L. Berkley Way, Oakland, CA 94612) which overlooks the beautiful Lake Merritt!
Thank you for your consideration. For more information, please contact Event Coordinator, CDA Consulting Group via email at [email protected] or by calling (510) 725-7722.
Consider Being A Sponsor To Help These Amazing Children!
Sponsorship Levels Include:
$5,000 Sponsorship
Event Platinum Sponsor
ACHIEVED! Thank You, Alotto and Smith Charitable Trust
Table of 10 at Reception
Grab & Sit Meal due to Covid restrictions.
2- minute speech
Signage on table, social media banner plus.
Photos
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$3,000 Donation
Event Gold Sponsor
Table for 6
Grab & Sit Meal
Acknowledgment
Signage on Table
Logo on social media
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$1,500 Donation
Event Silver Sponsor
Share table of 4
Grab & Sit Meal
Acknowledgment
Signage
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$750 Donation
High Bar Table Sponsor
Grab & Sit for 2
Signage
Consider Being A Sponsor To Help These Amazing Children!
Sponsorship Levels Include:
$5,000 Sponsorship
Event Platinum Sponsor
ACHIEVED! Thank You, Alotto and Smith Charitable Trust
Table of 10 at Reception
Grab & Sit Meal due to Covid restrictions.
2- minute speech
Signage on table, social media banner plus.
Photos
-----------------------------------------
$3,000 Donation
Event Gold Sponsor
Table for 6
Grab & Sit Meal
Acknowledgment
Signage on Table
Logo on social media
-----------------------------------------
$1,500 Donation
Event Silver Sponsor
Share table of 4
Grab & Sit Meal
Acknowledgment
Signage
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$750 Donation
High Bar Table Sponsor
Grab & Sit for 2
Signage
This webinar is a dynamic talk about the signs of mental unwellness in Adolescents and what resources are available to them.
Please try to join and invite others that may be interested. There are links to previous Webinars below.
Thursday, May 20 at 5PM
Register: bit.ly/BlackMH21
Panel:
Niesha Becton, Pathways to Wellness – AATA Program
Tanya McCollum, Alameda County Behavioral Health Services
Rosa Warder, Alameda County Behavioral Health Services
Karriem Salaam, M.D., Pathways to Wellness – AATA Program
Black Mental Health Series Webinars every Thursday in May, 5:00 PM
This webinar is a dynamic talk about the signs of mental unwellness in Adolescents and what resources are available to them.
Please try to join and invite others that may be interested. There are links to previous Webinars below.
Thursday, May 20 at 5PM
Register: bit.ly/BlackMH21
Panel:
Niesha Becton, Pathways to Wellness – AATA Program
Tanya McCollum, Alameda County Behavioral Health Services
Rosa Warder, Alameda County Behavioral Health Services
Karriem Salaam, M.D., Pathways to Wellness – AATA Program
Black Mental Health Series Webinars every Thursday in May, 5:00 PM
The Oakland Acura and Lend A Hand Foundation school supply drive begins tomorrow! Please help LAHF provide support to 10,000 students.
The Oakland Acura and Lend A Hand Foundation school supply drive begins tomorrow! Please help LAHF provide support to 10,000 students.
05/14/2021
Join the Golden State Warriors in observing Mental Health Awareness Month with the Building a Warrior: Mind, Body & Spirit Series! Virtual events include Mindful Yoga, Art Therapy Sessions and more.
Participate in one, or all four events, as we look to raise awareness and educate the public about the positive effects of maintaining strong mental health.
Join the Golden State Warriors in observing Mental Health Awareness Month with the Building a Warrior: Mind, Body & Spirit Series! Virtual events include Mindful Yoga, Art Therapy Sessions and more.
Participate in one, or all four events, as we look to raise awareness and educate the public about the positive effects of maintaining strong mental health.
The organization was started with little or no funds in order to provide as many services as possible to less fortunate youth with a special focus on youth in transitional housing facilities (shelters, foster care) and their families. Many fish frys, raffles and other fundraising activities were held to meet the goals of the organization. The first mission of love in 1998 was to provide over 100 youth at the Henry Robinson Multi-Service Center with Easter Baskets. Many volunteers and supporters came forward to help. Today, the organization has grown to an 11 member Board of Directors with 7 Advisory Board Members, 13 and growing very important Ambassadors who carry out the day to day functions making sure the organization continues to provide very important services in our communities.
We have T-shirts, aprons, and will have cookbooks soon promoting our Stay In School Program, and other items to support our activities.
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Did You Know, the Lend A Hand Foundation (LAHF) started the first backpack giveaway program in downtown Oakland in 1997 in front of the Henry Robinson Multi-Service Center at the corner of 16th and Clay. In 1997, we provided 200 backpacks that were provided by a great sponsor. Then UPS, another sponsor who has been with LAHF since the beginning, used their expertise by stuffing the backpacks and delivering them to the site. To date, LAHF has provided over 85,000 backpacks and supplies to impoverished children and youth.
Giving of backpacks serves many purposes as it provides a sense of confidence, pride, preparedness, eliminates embarrassment, and relieves parents from bearing, most likely not available, the expense. Again, this August, LAHF and its volunteers will roll up its sleeves to support over 5,000 students attending schools needing support. The supplies will be delivered directly to the schools the sponsors have chosen to support.
Also, this year LAHF will celebrate its 20th Year Anniversary of the Backpack Program along with honoring many who paved the way to reach this milestone. Not only does LAHF provide a backpack program, it also attempts to eliminate as many barriers as possible that keep students from getting to school, participating, and achieving. We want the most fragile youth in our community to experience as many opportunities as possible so they too can thrive.
In December for the past 19 years, LAHF has held a Holiday Celebration for families mostly residing in transitional housing facilities. This event brings much joy to not only those on the receiving end but for all that are involved. Imagine 300+ children/teens, and parents walking into a room with large round tables covered with decorative table cloths, a stage covered with bags of gifts, the aroma of a delicious meal being prepared, entertainment, Santa, and soon as happy dine that almost raises the roof.
Then imagine the tearful thank you from a parent or guardian for helping his/her children have a wonderful Holiday Season –and the ear-to-ear grins as the youth open their gifts and find that their wish lists have become reality. That is the annual LAHF holiday celebration – with the Lend A Hand team right in the middle of it all, encouraging and thanking volunteers, hugging everyone, happy, exhausted, and grateful for all who have responded to their call and have helped turn this annual dream into a reality once again. Some come with a little doubt but they leave with joy and appreciation. An added treat is the clothing give-away room (Holiday Boutique) where guests can help themselves to what they need for their families.
Lend A Hand works diligently to obtain the resources necessary to support as many children, youth, and families that it can. Its first mission of love began at the Henry Robinson helping many in need with the help of great people. Want to join our team, volunteer, and support our causes go to our website (www.lendahandfoundation.org) where you can find out more about what we do and how you can help. Thank you for reading our story!
