By Madeleine Keegan O’Connell, Chief Executive Officer A lunchbox. It seems like a simple item for a child to have, but for Gabriella*, the lunchbox we gave her (funded by caring supporters such as you!) was the first one she ever had. Gabriella is a bright third grader, who lives with her mom and three… Continue Reading Lunchbox: Spring 2017
Benefield: Coaches can lead the way in molding young adults Saturday, March 11, 2017 | Press Democrat Rancho Cotate boys basketball coach Dennis Magatelli spent a few brief moments with his 8-day-old grandson Giovanni Bianchini before the start of a December 2014 game. (Erik Castro / for The Press Democrat) By Kerry Benefield / The… Continue Reading Coaches can lead the way in molding young adults
By Madeleine Keegan O’Connell, Chief Executive Officer Imagine the ideal haven for women fleeing violence, in the place they should least expect it – their own homes . . . YWCA’s confidential Safe House shelter. Imagine the ideal place for children who spent each day just trying to survive . . . YWCA’s “A Special… Continue Reading Imagine: Spring 2016