July 2010

Robson Homes Gives Back to Community

With a recent pledge of $50,000 to Abode Services, Robson Homes has demonstrated their strong commitment to providing housing and services to homeless people in our community. After building homes in Fremont for almost 20 years, Robson Homes has recognized the community as a strong one, with wonderful people. Mark Robson, President of Robson Homes, says, “As a builder, I am interested in providing shelter. Abode has a solid history in the community and strong leadership. They have continued to serve and touch so many that would otherwise have nowhere to turn. Robson Homes is proud to support Abode Services and assist with strengthening the communities in which we do business. “

Abode Services “Home Builders Society” is comprised of 66 families and individuals who have committed to making substantial multi-year gifts to support Abode’s work to end homelessness. Abode is proud to welcome Robson Homes to this special group of donors.

For further information about Robson Homes, visit www.robsonhomes.com. More details about the Home Builders Society are available by contacting Carol Arata, Director of Development, at 510-657-7409 ext. 203 or emailing carata@abodeservices.org.

Below: (L to R) Mark Robson, Robson Homes; Doug Ford, President, Abode Services' Board of Directors; Louis Chicoine, Executive Director, Abode Services

Abode Receives Top-Nonprofit Recognition - May, 20100

We are excited to share that Abode Services has been identified as a top-nonprofit by Philanthropedia’s expert network! Find out more at Philanthropedia's website.

Journey Home Fundraising Breakfast Breaks Record!

Thank you for making this year’s Journey Home Fundraising Breakfast our most successful ever! More than 400 guests enjoyed the one-hour program that was held on Thursday, March 11 at the Fremont Marriott. Due to the generous support of our sponsors, 100% of the proceeds will directly benefit Abode Services. Thank you to Fremont Bank, Kaiser Permanente, Washington Hospital Healthcare System, Symantec, Devcon, Solyndra and Sisters of the Holy Family for underwriting the event. More than $200,000 in contributions and pledges have been received thus far.

It's not too late to give. You can still make an online donation and under notes, indicate "JH Breakfast 2010." Donations will be matched by the Sobrato Family Foundation. A big thanks to all of you for your support.

View our 2010 Journey Home video

Charity Navigator - December 2009 Update

Great News! Charity Navigator, America’s premier charity evaluator, has recognized Abode Services with its fifth consecutive 4-star rating for our ability to efficiently manage and grow our finances. Learn more....

Housing to meet individual needs:

• Emergency shelter
• Rental subsidies
• Transitional housing
• Permanent supportive housing

Enriched support services

• Case management
• Job counseling and placement
• Life skills classes
• Financial literacy training
• Child care assistance
• Parenting classes
• Children's programs
• Substance recovery services
• Primary and mental health care

You're Invited!

Join us for tours of our facilities. You'll get a chance to learn more about Abode Services programs, meet Board members and staff, hear from people living at the facility and go behind-the-scenes. Take a tour

 

2-1-1 is a free, non-emergency, confidential, 3-digit phone number and service that provides easy access to housing information, and critical health and human services. 2-1-1 operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with multi-lingual capabilities.   For further information call 211 or visit www.211alamedacounty.org