Hawaii Community Foundation: Maui Strong Fund
It's been nine months since wildfires ravaged the Hawaiian Island of Maui. The wildland fire killed more than 100 people, and left thousands of others displaced. As the community continues its efforts to rebuild, one nonprofit is on the front lines, trying to help meet the immediate and long-term needs of the people of Maui. Micah Kane, the president and CEO of the Hawaii Community Foundation, joined us on 'The Nine' to discuss where the recovery efforts stand right now.
Monument Crisis Center
From providing food and education, to offering critical assistance and referrals. On this Giving Day, KTVU is highlighting the good work from the Monument Crisis Center, which is making a big difference in Contra Costa County by helping families and individuals in crisis.
AAPI Women Lead
AAPI Women Lead is a nonprofit based in the Bay Area, that examines critical issues of race, society and success. It's dedicated to amplifying the voices of those in the Asian and Pacific Islander communities nationwide. Connie Wun, the organization's co-founder, joined us on 'The Nine' for more insight.
Vietnamese American Roundtable
A Bay Area organization is working to bridge language, culture and generation gaps, that often leaves members of one community behind. On this Giving Day and during this AAPI month, we highlight the good work from the Vietnamese American Roundtable, to learn how its members build community, civic engagement and cultural understanding.
Earth Island Institute
It's a powerhouse in the world of environmental activism, with more than 75 projects spanning a network of conservation, wildlife protection, climate solutions and so much more. For this week's Giving Day that coincides with the end of Earth Month, we're highlighting the good work of Earth Island Institute.
Acterra
From educational workshops, to impactful partnerships, a Palo Alto-based nonprofit is uniting communities and empowering individuals to create a healthier planet. For this week's Giving Day, KTVU highlighted the good work from Acterra, which focuses its efforts on climate change.
Bay Area Autism Collective
A local non-profit is helping to build a more inclusive and supportive world for people on the Autism spectrum. The Bay Area Autism Collective provides robust social support and access to Autism-informed resources. Bird Sellegran, the organization's executive director, joined us on 'The Nine' to share the good work the BAAC doing, and why it's personal for her.
Parents Helping Parents
Parents Helping Parents is a non-profit that's making an impact on the lives of families and individuals with special needs. We talked with the organization, which uses compassion and experience to help families understand and navigate complex systems of care for their loved ones.
350 Bay Area
It's a grassroots climate movement taking root in the Bay Area and beyond. From mobilizing activists to advocating for systemic change, on this Giving Day, KTVU is highlighting the work from 350 Bay Area, which is on a mission to create a greener future.
Bay Area Crisis Nursery
The Bay Area Crisis Nursery has been a beacon of hope and support for families facing crisis along the region. Established more than four decades ago, it's committed to safety and well-being of children by offering essential services to families in need. Tara Legaspi, who is the Bay Area Crisis Nursery's executive director, joined us to tell us more about the nursery.
East Oakland Youth Development center
On this giving day, we're shining a spotlight on the East Oakland Youth Development Center, which nurtures the holistic development of youth from kindergarten into adulthood, guiding them towards lives filled with prosperity, integrity and purpose. The organization's CEO Selena Wilson and the chief program officer Landon Hill joined us to talk about what the center has to offer.
Fund a Need celebrating 10 years
On the first Giving Day of 2024, KTVU highlighted the work of the Bay Area organization, Fund a Need. Its mission is to help low-income and homeless seniors and veterans and celebrates its 10th anniversary in February. Director Sema Tosun appeared on KTVU: the Nine to discuss the achievements of her non-profit.
Running with Love
Making a difference in the lives of young minds. On thig Giving Day we highlighted a local nonprofit that's breaking down barriers and paving the way for young students. Founder of Running with Love Alyse Polman joined us on The Nine to talk about what it's like starting this organization.
Help a pet in need with a donation to the SFSPCA Pet Toy Drive
On this Giving Day, the San Francisco SPCA is partnering with KTVU to collect pet toys to brighten the lives of shelter animals as they wait for their forever home this holiday season. To tell us more about the upcoming SFSPCA Pet Toy Drive and how you can help is Krista Herman, Adoptions Coordinator at the SF SPCA. You can also help shelter animals in need by going to ktvu.com/fox-2-giving-day-drive, and clicking on the link to make a donation right away! Donate by 12/31, and your tax-deductible gift will be automatically doubled! Thank you for caring about animals!
Donations, South Bay non-profit volunteers highlight 'Giving Tuesday'
Million dollar donations to non-profits, volunteerism, highlight global phenomenon known as "Giving Tuesday."
Hijas Del Campo
A Contra Costa County non-profit is working to help migrant and seasonal farmworkers by improving their daily life, working conditions, heath and safety. On this Giving Day, we want to highlight Hijas Del Campo, which is Spanish, for Daughters of the Field. The non-profit group wants to make sure every farmworker has access to basic necessities. One of the Co-founder's Marivel Mendoza talks about the organization.
Outride
There are countless benefits of riding a bike, and one local organization is getting more children on bikes. Esther Walker, the Research program manager at Outride explains why bikes are an incredible tool to help with mental health.
BOSS: Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency
Marking 50 years of progress. This week, Boss, which stands for Building Opportunities for Self Sufficiency, is being celebrated for all the good work it's done in the community. CEO of BOSS Donald Frazier joined us on The Nine to talk about the organization.
HDIF-USA
They are unique, handcrafted products done by the local non-profit HDIF-USA, which nurtures sustainable economic opportunities in rural villages and cities throughout Armenia. Beth Rustigian joined us on live on The Nine to show us the beautiful handmade products.
FIERCE Advocates
It's an organization that amplifies the voices of parents and caregivers of color. Fierce Advocates works to help break barriers, and ensure every child has equal access to quality education, all while supporting families in their journey towards emotional and physical well-being. Executive director of the non profit, Sheryl Lane joined us this morning.