Francesco’s Story, Essentials Fund Grantee
The government shutdown, which lasted from October 1st to November 12, 2025, disrupted daily life for millions of Americans. For families relying on federal programs...
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Kona Low Storms, Flood Grantee Stories
"My life changed in an instant when a flash flood swept through my neighborhood around 1 a.m. on March 20th, destroying both my car and my home," Samantha D. wrote, describing the devastation of the Kona Low storm which struck her community this winter. "In the chaos, I managed to get myself and my dog to safety, but I wasn’t able to grab anything else."
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Weather Resilience Fund CA Grantees
California’s Imperial Valley and Central Valley face some of the harshest environmental conditions in the country. Families live with unsafe drinking water, polluted air from...
Richard’s Story, Flood Fund Grantee
Richard C. and his wife had worked hard for many years to save up and finally purchase their first home 25 years ago. In their...
Mary’s Story, Wildfire Fund Grantee
Anthony and Mary W., longtime residents of Santa Monica, CA, and owners of a beloved small school in their community for 14 years, never imagined...
Essentials Fund Grantee Video
Watch this video about our Essentials Fund and hear from some of our grantees.