Uncork for the Arts

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August 10, 2010 -- United Way California Capital Region certified nonprofit partner Developmental Disabilities Services Organization (DDSO) is sharing the art work of DDSO participants and other local contemporary artists with wine-tasting and delectable food on Sept. 19 at a private residence.

Run to Feed the Hungry: Registration is open!

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August 9, 2010 -- United Way California Capital Region certified nonprofit partner Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services (SFBFS) is proud to announce that registration is now open for Hanson McClain’s 17th annual Run to Feed the Hungry. This 5K and 10K fun run and walk has become a Thanksgiving Day tradition for Sacramento families.

SAEHC 18th Annual After Hours Event

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August 5, 2010 -- United Way California Capitol Region certified nonprofit partner Sacramento Area Emergency Housing Center wants you to join a great evening celebrating the work of Sacramento Area Emergency Housing Center while raising money to continue serving homeless families with children and single adults!

River Oak Center for Children CEO to Retire

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August 4, 2010 -- United Way California Capital Region certified nonprofit partner River Oak Center for Children announced today that its President and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Mary Hargrave, is retiring on September 1, 2010 after 28 years of dedicated service. River Oak has named Chief Operations Officer Laurie Clothier, who has been with the agency for 26 years, as Interim CEO.

Ballgowns Needed for Formerly Homeless Women to Wear at Annual Gala

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August 3, 2010 - United Way California Capital Region certified nonprofit partner Women’s Empowerment is hosting their annual fundraiser to benefit homeless women and children. They are seeking used prom dresses, bridesmaid dresses or other formal gowns for formerly homeless women to wear at this year’s Celebration of Independence Gala. Plus-sized gowns are especially needed.

Internal Campaign Week Re-Cap

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August 2, 2010 -- Last week our office had a memorable series of events including a garage sale with items donated by the staff, an ice cream social with information about pledge forms, a morning at the Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services volunteering our time, a BBQ with our neighbors and a wrap-up with a raffle.

Formerly homeless clients of Volunteers of America’s Mather Community

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August 2, 2010 -- United Way California Capital Region certified nonprofit partner Volunteers of America Greater Sacramento has quite a success on their hands with involving current students and graduates from their Mather Community Campus transitional housing program.An eight-person contingent, including five formerly homeless men and one woman will head to Washington, D.C.

Are you a nonprofit in need of a black & white business copier?

July 30, 2010 -- Available for immediate pick-up is a donated black & white business copier. A CVS location in El Dorado Hills is closing and is looking to donate a B&W business copy machine to a certified nonprofit partner in need. It is in great shape and works well. The copy machine needs to picked-up no later than August 4, 2010. Requires: 2-3 strong individuals and a truck/van.

Women's Empowerment Gala

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July 29, 2010 -- United Way Calfornia Capital Region certified nonprofit partner Women's Empowerment invites you to join in celebration of formerly homeless women who have gained self-sufficiency at the Women's Empowerment Gala. The gala will be Sept. 30  from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at The Grand located on 1215 J Street in Sacramento.

Sacramento CASA Presents Mix & Mingle: A Girl's Night Out

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July 27, 2010 -- United Way California Capital Region certified nonprofit partner Sacramento CASA presents Mix & Mingle on Aug. 26 at Vintner's Cellars.