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Thousands of foster youth face significant challenges, often lacking resources, support, and opportunities. Project Lemonade , a Portland non-profit, seeks to change this by providing tools, connections, and encouragement. Our Portland office recently volunteered with them, observing the positive impact of community support. Project Lemonade in Portland, Oregon, filled with resources for youth in foster care What Project Lemonade Does for Youth in Foster Care Project Lemonade

On November 5th, America's West Walnut Creek office volunteered at the Contra Costa Foodbank, finding the experience both eye-opening and rewarding. With recent cuts to SNAP and EBT assistance, many local families face increased food insecurity, and the foodbank has stepped up to provide crucial support, including helping unpaid TSA workers at the Oakland airport. This post highlights our volunteer night, the foodbank's vital role, and the impact of community efforts. Volunte

On November 8th, 2025, the Alliant Specialty team in Fort Myers, FL, collaborated with the Community Associations Institute (CAI) for a day of service in North Fort Myers. Volunteers, including team members Kate Gilbert, Patrick Wilkie, and Jill Martin, worked on a newly constructed home in a client community, supporting Habitat for Humanity's mission. Alliant Specialty team painting interior doors for Habitat for Humanity in Fort Myers A Hands-On Approach to Community Suppo

Music uniquely connects people, especially during the holidays. This past Saturday, Alliant NorCal Philanthropy joined the Institute on Aging’s Cable Car Caroling event. The team rode San Francisco’s iconic cable cars, visiting elder-care communities to spread festive music's warmth and joy. This blog post explores the event, its impact, and how such efforts brighten seniors' lives. San Francisco cable car decorated for holiday caroling The Tradition of Cable Car Caroling Cab

Last Thursday, the Alliant NorCal Philanthropy team collaborated with Health Joy and Meritain Health at the San Francisco SPCA. The event supported animal welfare and community well-being, involving activities like cuddling animals and preparing for a volunteer appreciation event. A volunteer cuddling a puppy at SFSPCA Supporting SFSPCA’s Mission The SFSPCA places thousands of animals in loving homes each year, offering medical care, rehabilitation, and education to ensure th

In March 2025, Shannon Lucas hosted the 9th annual LovLivYoga fundraiser, raising $2,925 to support Foundation Building Strength and research on Nemaline Myopathy. This event carries deep personal meaning for Shannon, who started the fundraiser in memory of her daughter Allie, who passed away from this rare muscle disorder five years ago. The fundraiser not only honors Allie’s legacy but also plays a vital role in advancing research and awareness for Nemaline Myopathy. LovLiv

Breast cancer impacts millions of women, presenting challenges beyond medical treatment. This summer, a group in Northern California hosted a HOPE Kit Packing Party, organized by Alliant NorCal and Transcarent, where volunteers assembled and sent 50 HOPE Kits to women nationwide. They also raised $3,500 for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc ., aiding essential programs and services. This post shares the inspiring story of the event, and how community involvement can

Every service dog begins with a foundation of patience, training, and socialization. Jennifer Kostoff in Troy, MI, exemplifies this by volunteering as a foster caregiver for Paws with a Cause-Service Dogs . Her dedication to raising Metro, a 4 1/2-month-old Labrador puppy, highlights the importance of early experiences in shaping future service dogs. Metro's journey focuses on building the skills and confidence necessary to support people with disabilities. Metro, the 4 1/2-m

Feeding Tampa Bay  is a nonprofit foodbank and hunger-relief organization serving a 10-county area in West Central Florida. Their mission is to ensure “no one should go hungry” — working to end hunger by providing meals, food distribution, and supportive services to individuals and families in need. They operate through a network of hundreds of partner agencies, mobile and school-based pantries, and community programs. In addition to distributing food, Feeding Tampa Bay offer