Partner Needs

We are committed to stand in the gap and we invite you to join us.

Christmas Toy Drive

Help spread Christmas joy to children and families in the East Bay! Donate new toys for ages 0–18 to CityTeam Oakland by Monday, December 15

722 Washington St., Oakland, CA

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Thanksgiving Turkey Drive & Meals

Help bless families this holiday season and donate turkeys before Thanksgiving.

Drop-off: 722 Washington Street in Oakland.

Or, volunteer at our meal services on Thanksgiving Day, November 27th.

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Distributes food on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month.

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Christmas Store

Help stock the store with high-quality toys and gifts for kids (babies to teens). Saturday, December 13, 2025

All gifts must arrive by Monday, December 8.

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Volunteer opportunities:

Set-up: Friday, December 12

Store Day: Saturday, December 13

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Help make the holidays joyful for youth in foster care by purchasing a gift via Contra Costa Foster Friends Amazon wishlist!

Amazon Wishlist

Collecting food for holiday food boxes.

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Collecting shelf-stable food to serve over 200 families this holiday season.

November 2 – December 14

Drop-off: 1753 Lacassie Ave, Walnut Creek

Mon/Wed/Fri: 9AM – 12PM
Tues/Thurs: 1PM – 4PM

Hosting a county-wide food drive now through December 31 to help offset the impact of CalFresh/SNAP reductions.

Seeking protein-rich, non-perishable items and financial donations.

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Need Food Resources?

This Tool Can Help Instantly

If you or someone you know is facing food insecurity, this resource from Hunger Free America can help connect them with local food access services.

Simply click “FIND FOOD” in the menu & enter your ZIP Code to see all available resources nearby.

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