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In a county where prosperity often masks deep inequities, individuals and families are struggling to put food on the table, keep a roof over their heads, and access the opportunities that so many take for granted. The challenges are urgent, and the stakes are high —for children, for families, and for the future of our county. At Community Action Marin, we are meeting the moment by responding quickly and thoughtfully, addressing a full spectrum of needs and speaking up for change in alignment with our values. Through our Whole Family Approach, we meet people wherever they are. Every program and service we offer works together to address immediate challenges while building long-term stability and hope. The stories and outcomes that follow are proof that timely, intentional action transforms lives. Today, I invite you to make an investment in this work to move your commitment into action. Your support ensures that we can continue to meet urgent needs, respond to crises as they arise, and build a Marin where everyone can belong, contribute, and thrive. With gratitude, Donate   A Whole Family Approach Monica Umaña, Client and 2025 Community Courage Award recipient   In Marin County, our collective prosperity can be deceiving. While the county is known for its wealth, more than 14% of residents live in poverty* —over 35,000 people struggling each day to secure housing, food, and opportunities that many take for granted. Beneath the surface of an affluent county, the reality is that many families struggle for the basics, and the stark needs often go unseen. At Community Action Marin (CAM), we are changing what’s understood about Marin and are addressing the problems in our midst. Through a Whole Family Approach that tackles issues across generations , we strengthen possibilities for children, parents, and individuals, creating stability and hope. Our work in community builds trust. Our team listens deeply and learns what will make the greatest impact. For one family, it might be securing childcare so a parent can keep working or attending classes. For another, it could mean job training, financial coaching, or nutritious meals. What we do is intentionally interconnected. A family receiving housing support may also need food assistance or childcare. A parent in workforce training might also need credit and budgeting coaching to succeed. Staff work together as Success Coaches and respond in ways that foster lasting change. This is the power of CAM’s Whole Family Approach—and it’s how we are building a Marin where everyone has the chance to feel secure and reach their full potential. * ppic.org/blog/poverty-varies-widely-across-californias-regions Community Action Marin has definitely made me feel safe and comfortable. It’s been literally a lifesaver for me to come and ask for help there and feel literally safe. Monica Umaña Client and 2025 Community Courage Award recipient   17,000+ services delivered countywide. From Marin City to Bolinas, people get needed support 2,500+ people found stability. Jobs secured • Housing gained • Basic needs met 70% of families received multiple services. CAM staff deliver a people-centered approach Help people. Change lives. Give Today   Children & Family Services Early childhood education is all about brain-building, laying the foundation for future success. In fact, research shows that the first five years of a child’s life are the most critical, shaping how they learn and grow. But in Marin, high-quality early education comes at a steep price, often costing families more than $36,000 a year. With 17% of children in our county living in poverty * and others supported by caregivers and families living paycheck to paycheck, Marin families need access to free and affordable high-quality early education. With Head Start and California funding leveraged for impact, this is what CAM’s Children & Family Services team provides to families across the county . In state-of-the-art classrooms within nurturing and safe environments, children learn through play, build relationships, and develop kindergarten readiness skills. Teachers inspire creativity, problem-solving, and social and emotional growth every day. Coaches on the frontlines like Family Advocates and Home Visitors work alongside parents, sharing age-appropriate activities, modeling positive interactions, building parenting confidence, and supporting family goals. The ripple effects are profound: children enter kindergarten ready to succeed, and both families and our shared community grow stronger. Parents gain the stability they need to work and pursue their own education. People are able to plan for the future and become changemakers in their own neighborhoods. By investing in high-quality early education, CAM helps families build a strong foundation that transforms lives across generations and benefits the whole of Marin. * ppic.org/blog/poverty-varies-widely-across-californias-regions   600+ CHILDREN received high-quality early education and after-school support. 95% OF PARENTS experienced less stress and greater resilience. 94% OF PARENTS reported that CAM helped them maintain employment. 87 CHILDREN graduated kindergarten-ready. Meet Jacob’s Family   Jacob wasn’t talking. He was two years old, about to turn three. It has been wonderful to receive Community Action Marin’s support, because they were able to help us with his development. Alondra Estrada Parent Housing Justice Did you know that in Marin, two-thirds of low-income households spend more than 50% of their income on housing? * This is unsustainable, and it’s a reality that touches every part of our community. When individuals and families struggle to make ends meet, the impacts are widespread: schools face teacher shortages, health care services experience longer wait times, small businesses reduce hours due to staffing challenges, and caregivers become increasingly scarce. Housing stability isn’t just a roof over someone’s head—it’s the foundation for strong, connected communities. CAM’s Housing Case Management and Homeless Outreach teams work hand-in-hand with ind Career Coaching and Job Training Skip to content Join us at Step Up Marin! on May 29th! 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By providing key stabilization services in conjunction with high-touch career coaching and job training pathways , we support individuals with attaining employer-recognized certificates and credentials and obtaining employment in high-demand professions.   Career & Workforce Programs Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Training Our CalMHSA-approved Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Program prepares individuals for certification and employment or volunteer roles in the public mental health system. Through peer-to-peer training, people with lived experience of recovery from mental illness or substance use, either personally or as a parent, caregiver, or family member, gain the skills needed to pass the certification exam. LEARN MORE Early Childhood Educator Apprenticeship Program (ECEPTS) The Early Childhood Educator Apprenticeship Program (ECEPTS) jump-starts careers in early childhood education. Participants who complete this unique working and learning experience earn 12 Early Childhood Education units through College of Marin, complete 2,000 hours of paid work experience, and are eligible for an Associate Teacher permit. LEARN MORE Family Childcare Network Licensed childcare providers in our Family Childcare Network offer high-quality childcare for children ages 0-3, combining the standards of a first-rate childcare center with the personal touch and familiarity of a home environment. Children are cared for in safe and healthy surroundings and engaged in developmentally and age-appropriate activities and nurturing interactions. LEARN MORE Career Coaching Finding a new job or career path is a daunting task. Our experienced career coaches help plan for a job change, enroll in training, develop resumes and cover letters, practice interviewing, secure appropriate clothing, search for job openings that match skills and interests, and submit job applications. 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Our Tax ID is 94-6136365 . ©2026 Community Action Marin | Privacy Policy Branding by Good Stuff Partners Facebook Linkedin Instagram Close Growing healthy, organic, sustainable food for our programs Skip to content Join us at Step Up Marin! on May 29th! Acompáñanos en Step Up Marin! el 29 de mayo PURCHASE TICKETS NOW COMPRE SUS BOLETOS HOY Close alerts About History Job Openings Team News & Updates Awards & Nominations Contact Locations What We Do Family Resource Guide Immigrant Resource Guide Advocacy Initiatives Approach Services Events Impact Impact Report Annual Report Community Voices (Videos) Reports Community Needs Assessment Get Involved Step Up Marin! 2026 Donate Ways to Give Volunteer Join Our List Donate Get Services Contact Us Search for: Menu Children & Families Toggle Children & Families submenu Early Childhood Education Home Visiting Program Learning Gardens Family Corner Housing Justice Toggle Housing Justice submenu Homeless Outreach Housing Based Case Management Transitional Aged Youth Emergency Assistance Economic Justice Toggle Economic Justice submenu Financial Well-being Workforce & Small Business Development Public Benefits & Utilities Assistance Food & Climate Justice Toggle Food & Climate Justice submenu Central Kitchen Healthy Meals Production Farm & Permaculture About Toggle About submenu History Job Openings Team News & Updates Awards & Nominations Contact Locations What We Do Toggle What We Do submenu Family Resource Guide Immigrant Resource Guide Advocacy Initiatives Approach Services Events Impact Toggle Impact submenu Impact Report Annual Report Community Voices (Videos) Reports Community Needs Assessment Get Involved Toggle Get Involved submenu Step Up Marin! 2026 Donate Ways to Give Volunteer Join Our List Donate Get Services Contact Us Search for: Seeds to success Modeling a sustainable community resource for good, healthy food Production Farm & Permaculture Get Services Donate Model for Good Food Advancing Equitable Climate Action Frequently Asked Questions Growing a Garden into a Production Farm! Model for Good Food Our organic garden offers a replicable and scalable model for creating a sustainable community resource for good, healthy food. The Production Farm has 15,000 square feet of land dedicated to orchards and organic crops. Last year, our Production Farm generated 1,099 lbs. of healthy fruits and vegetables! We also ensure that the fresh ingredients grown in our Production Farm and school gardens are put back into our food cycle. Our farm ensures that we grow, educate, and feed good food into tomorrow! Our Appetite for Change program teaches families about planting and growing food through the lens of climate change and our Learning Gardens provide a place for children to learn about food, nutrition, cooking, gardening, agriculture, nature, and related topics. Research shows that involving children in our farm and learning gardens or a school gardening program may do more than cultivate a green thumb. In one study, elementary school children showed increased willingness to try new foods after growing and cooking in a school-based kitchen and gardening program. Advancing Equitable Climate Action C ommunity Action Marin is focused on expanding and strengthen ing its programming to tackle the intersection of food security, racial equity, and climate justice. Our Appetite for Change program is designed to address this by creating a replicable model to scale across urban green spaces in partnership with community groups. It will also connect people of low income back to land and provide a space to engage with the environment and food. This helps promote healthy eating and facilitates an end to the structural inequities that lead to unequal health outcomes. U rban green spaces and gardens also serve as a place for social connection, education, and leadership opportunities for community members, reinforcing people’s right to healthy and culturally appropriate food produced through ecologically sound and sustainable methods. The program takes place over the course of six weeks, and was piloted in April and May, 2024. In the program, families share their cultural food practices and together learn how to grow fruits and vegetables and how to cook and use them in the meals they prepare. Sessions are held in Spanish with English translation provided if needed. Frequently Asked Questions Does all of what you grow in the farm go into the meals you provide in your Children and Family Services? We use the food we grow to prepare meals both for our programs, as well as in our emergency food boxes that provide groceries and meals to food insecure families. Does what you grow reflect the cultures of the people enrolled in your programs? We have a parent garden committee that help to both operate and make decisions about the campus gardens, including what is grown. Our farm manager is Juan Martinez, a long-time Community Action Marin employee. Do you have the children in your program help with the work on the farm? We love having children involved. They learn how to grow things and are more likely to eat the foods they’ve been involved in growing. How many pounds of food do you grow each year? This past year, our Production Farms grew 1,099 pounds of food including: Peaches: 88 pounds, Cabbage: 10 pounds, Peppers: 4 pounds; Tomatoes: 179 pounds, Cucumbers: 94 pounds, zucchini: 238.5 pounds, and more! How can I help at the Production Farm? We love having people volunteer and help out. What we suggest is going to our Volunteer Page and filling out the form and our Volunteer Coordinator will get back to you. You can also sign up for our email list as events are often included in our emails as well. Growing a Garden into a Production Farm! A longtime highlight of our Children and Family Services, our Learning Gardens program is growing in exciting ways to increase healthy eating choices and access to fresh fruits and vegetables among the families we serve. See How We Grew Our Farm We know that climate change is increasingly a driver of migration around the world, especially for families who have been displaced from their agrarian roots due to drought and extreme weather conditions. Having the opportunity to farm and garden in a community setting increases food security and healthy eating while strengthening their relationship to the land, their culture and their ancestors. Patti D’Angelo Juachon Program Director Environment and Legal Protection Marin Community Foundation Previous Testimonial Next Testimonial I REALLY ENJOYED FACILITATING the planning for the Appetite for Change program; participating in every class, maintaining the garden, and teaching the group. By the end of the six weeks parents and children were engaged, fully participating, and asking questions. It was awesome to witness. At the end, everyone wanted to know when they can come back and volunteer. 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Acompáñanos en Step Up Marin! el 29 de mayo PURCHASE TICKETS NOW COMPRE SUS BOLETOS HOY Close alerts About History Job Openings Team News & Updates Awards & Nominations Contact Locations What We Do Family Resource Guide Immigrant Resource Guide Advocacy Initiatives Approach Services Events Impact Impact Report Annual Report Community Voices (Videos) Reports Community Needs Assessment Get Involved Step Up Marin! 2026 Donate Ways to Give Volunteer Join Our List Donate Get Services Contact Us Search for: Menu Children & Families Toggle Children & Families submenu Early Childhood Education Home Visiting Program Learning Gardens Family Corner Housing Justice Toggle Housing Justice submenu Homeless Outreach Housing Based Case Management Transitional Aged Youth Emergency Assistance Economic Justice Toggle Economic Justice submenu Financial Well-being Workforce & Small Business Development Public Benefits & Utilities Assistance Food & Climate Justice Toggle Food & Climate Justice submenu Central Kitchen Healthy Meals Production Farm & Permaculture About Toggle About submenu History Job Openings Team News & Updates Awards & Nominations Contact Locations What We Do Toggle What We Do submenu Family Resource Guide Immigrant Resource Guide Advocacy Initiatives Approach Services Events Impact Toggle Impact submenu Impact Report Annual Report Community Voices (Videos) Reports Community Needs Assessment Get Involved Toggle Get Involved submenu Step Up Marin! 2026 Donate Ways to Give Volunteer Join Our List Donate Get Services Contact Us Search for: Being there for community is what we do Meeting needs in Marin head on See what support resources are in Marin English Guide Spanish Guide What We Do A Message from our CEO As Community Action Marin heads proudly toward almost 60 years of helping people and changing lives, I’m aware that this moment holds precious value for our understanding of poverty in Marin County. Despite the daily challenges people face, this is equally an opportunity to feed hope among us. Community Action Marin’s team of more than 235 staff, along with hundreds of volunteers and community members, nurtures hope each day. The work we do is hard, but nevertheless, dedicated people are making connections, having an impact, and continuing to build momentum toward an equitable Marin. Sometimes what we do is simply show up to meet a neighbor just where they are. From a place of recognizing our shared humanity, dignity can be restored. Programs and services become more than urgent lifelines because people are taking the time to listen, offer respectful support, and stay in trusted relationship for the long haul. This is how we get results and shape a community and a sustainable tomorrow. This is how we end poverty. The data show that we are gaining ground. The stories people share say that we are making a meaningful difference. As you’ll read in this 2024 Impact Report, “Change Happens Together,” we are working not only to get vital services to people in need of help, but also to move the needle for systems-level change in service to better outcomes for all. This is anti-poverty movement building in action. Together, our voices are being heard and more of us are taking steps to address the causes and consequences of poverty. Together, we are creating a community where everyone has a seat at the table, and we can be proud. Let’s dig in. Chandra Alexandre, CCAP Chief Executive Officer 2025 Community Action Marin Community Needs Assessment At Community Action Marin, your voice leads our work. We listen and learn, offer services and programs in response to community needs and insights about what makes community stronger. Our Community Needs Assessment (CNA) is a roadmap built on surveys and experience. It reflects our findings, strategies, and planned programming covering agency offerings such as emergency assistance, childcare, economic mobility services, housing, and food justice. This plan is what will guide us for the next two years in creating better outcomes. 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In a county where prosperity often masks deep inequities, individuals and families are struggling to put food on the table, keep a roof over their heads, and access the opportunities that so many take for granted. The challenges are urgent, and the stakes are high —for children, for families, and for the future of our county. At Community Action Marin, we are meeting the moment by responding quickly and thoughtfully, addressing a full spectrum of needs and speaking up for change in alignment with our values. Through our Whole Family Approach, we meet people wherever they are. Every program and service we offer works together to address immediate challenges while building long-term stability and hope. The stories and outcomes that follow are proof that timely, intentional action transforms lives. Today, I invite you to make an investment in this work to move your commitment into action. Your support ensures that we can continue to meet urgent needs, respond to crises as they arise, and build a Marin where everyone can belong, contribute, and thrive. With gratitude, Donate   A Whole Family Approach Monica Umaña, Client and 2025 Community Courage Award recipient   In Marin County, our collective prosperity can be deceiving. While the county is known for its wealth, more than 14% of residents live in poverty* —over 35,000 people struggling each day to secure housing, food, and opportunities that many take for granted. Beneath the surface of an affluent county, the reality is that many families struggle for the basics, and the stark needs often go unseen. At Community Action Marin (CAM), we are changing what’s understood about Marin and are addressing the problems in our midst. Through a Whole Family Approach that tackles issues across generations , we strengthen possibilities for children, parents, and individuals, creating stability and hope. Our work in community builds trust. Our team listens deeply and learns what will make the greatest impact. For one family, it might be securing childcare so a parent can keep working or attending classes. For another, it could mean job training, financial coaching, or nutritious meals. What we do is intentionally interconnected. A family receiving housing support may also need food assistance or childcare. A parent in workforce training might also need credit and budgeting coaching to succeed. Staff work together as Success Coaches and respond in ways that foster lasting change. This is the power of CAM’s Whole Family Approach—and it’s how we are building a Marin where everyone has the chance to feel secure and reach their full potential. * ppic.org/blog/poverty-varies-widely-across-californias-regions Community Action Marin has definitely made me feel safe and comfortable. It’s been literally a lifesaver for me to come and ask for help there and feel literally safe. Monica Umaña Client and 2025 Community Courage Award recipient   17,000+ services delivered countywide. From Marin City to Bolinas, people get needed support 2,500+ people found stability. Jobs secured • Housing gained • Basic needs met 70% of families received multiple services. CAM staff deliver a people-centered approach Help people. Change lives. Give Today   Children & Family Services Early childhood education is all about brain-building, laying the foundation for future success. In fact, research shows that the first five years of a child’s life are the most critical, shaping how they learn and grow. But in Marin, high-quality early education comes at a steep price, often costing families more than $36,000 a year. With 17% of children in our county living in poverty * and others supported by caregivers and families living paycheck to paycheck, Marin families need access to free and affordable high-quality early education. With Head Start and California funding leveraged for impact, this is what CAM’s Children & Family Services team provides to families across the county . In state-of-the-art classrooms within nurturing and safe environments, children learn through play, build relationships, and develop kindergarten readiness skills. Teachers inspire creativity, problem-solving, and social and emotional growth every day. Coaches on the frontlines like Family Advocates and Home Visitors work alongside parents, sharing age-appropriate activities, modeling positive interactions, building parenting confidence, and supporting family goals. The ripple effects are profound: children enter kindergarten ready to succeed, and both families and our shared community grow stronger. Parents gain the stability they need to work and pursue their own education. People are able to plan for the future and become changemakers in their own neighborhoods. By investing in high-quality early education, CAM helps families build a strong foundation that transforms lives across generations and benefits the whole of Marin. * ppic.org/blog/poverty-varies-widely-across-californias-regions   600+ CHILDREN received high-quality early education and after-school support. 95% OF PARENTS experienced less stress and greater resilience. 94% OF PARENTS reported that CAM helped them maintain employment. 87 CHILDREN graduated kindergarten-ready. Meet Jacob’s Family   Jacob wasn’t talking. He was two years old, about to turn three. It has been wonderful to receive Community Action Marin’s support, because they were able to help us with his development. Alondra Estrada Parent Housing Justice Did you know that in Marin, two-thirds of low-income households spend more than 50% of their income on housing? * This is unsustainable, and it’s a reality that touches every part of our community. When individuals and families struggle to make ends meet, the impacts are widespread: schools face teacher shortages, health care services experience longer wait times, small businesses reduce hours due to staffing challenges, and caregivers become increasingly scarce. Housing stability isn’t just a roof over someone’s head—it’s the foundation for strong, connected communities. CAM’s Housing Case Management and Homeless Outreach teams work hand-in-hand with ind Helping to put a roof over people's heads Skip to content Join us at Step Up Marin! on May 29th! 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Our Housing Based Case Managers receive client referrals from the county and input from our adult and youth homeless outreach teams. They then work in partnership with individuals and families in preparing to find, apply, secure, and maintain housing. Our Team helps clients secure needed documents, prepare and submit applications, and address other needs that will support the likelihood of long-term housing success and improved health – enrolling in public benefits programs, finding primary and mental health care, workforce training and employment, and addressing other financial barriers. Housing Navigation Our Housing Based Case Managers provide comprehensive housing navigation services, which includes: Conducting a tenant screening and housing assessment to identify preferences and barriers to tenancy Developing a housing support plan with short- and long-term goals, and what is required to meet them Looking for housing and presenting options Assisting with completing housing applications and required documentation to secure housing Aiding in benefit advocacy, including help with obtaining identification and documentation for SSI eligibility and the application process Identifying and securing resources to help with subsidized rent or to cover expenses like security deposits, moving costs, and other one-time expenses Helping with requests for reasonable accommodation Educating and engaging with landlords Ensuring the living environment is safe and ready for move in Arranging for and supporting details of the move Creating a housing support crisis plan that includes early intervention services when housing is jeopardized Coordinating, securing, or funding non-emergency, non-medical transportation to assist with mobility and access to housing options and/or accommodations for accessibility   Eligibility Requirements Experiencing homelessness or precariously housed Possess significant barriers to housing stability and have one or more chronic conditions; a serious mental illness are at risk of institutionalization or overdose require residential services because of substance abuse or a serious emotional disturbance are receiving Enhanced Care Management are a transition age youth with one or more convictions, a history of foster care, involvement with the juvenile or criminal justice system, have a serious mental illness, and/or a child with serious emotional disturbances who have been victims of trafficking or domestic violence. 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Your voice—and the voices of those most impacted by poverty—guide our work every day. Every two years, we conduct a Community Needs Assessment to better understand the most pressing needs of people across Marin. In 2025, over 750 residents from low-income communities shared their experiences. What we heard was clear: housing, health, and safety remain top priorities. Based on the learnings, we have developed a Community Action Plan which will serve as a roadmap for how we’ll respond together over the next two years. 2025 Community Action Plan 2025 Community Needs Assessment Report 2025 Public Hearing Presentations: English | Spanish 2025 Community Needs Assessment Fact Sheet: English | Spanish Explore the Data Dashboard Share your comments We’d love to hear from you. Please share any comments to Rob Palmer . 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Explore year-round volunteer opportunities and make a real impact in Marin County.   Volunteer Opportunities ECONOMIC JUSTICE Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Seasonal Tax Preparation February – April Support preparing taxes for low-income individuals and families Financial Coaching Year-round Support low-income individuas and families in creating step-by-step plan to address their unique needs and goals CAMBASSADOR Administrative Support Year-round/Project-based Assist with events and internal operations while representing our agency at community pop-ups and resource fairs HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE Toy Donations and Gift-wrapping Early December, Seasonal Donate unwrapped, age-appropriate toys for children in Marin County or assist in wrapping toys for the holiday season COMMITTEE MEMBER Programmatic Leadership Year-round Community members who have lived experience of poverty will play a central role in shaping our agency’s work and decision-making Become a Board Member As a Community Action Agency, the Board of Directors is tripartite, made up equally of individuals representing the private sector, public sector, and those receiving services or representing low-income community. 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Learn More   What Your Gift Can Do:   $50 Offers an older adult the guidance of one-on-one financial coaching. $100 Fills a children’s center classroom with books that spark imagination. $150 Provides an unhoused young adult with essentials like college books or work attire. $250 Ensures our unhoused neighbors have essential gear and care when needed most. $500 Funds a week of high-quality early education for a child. $1,000 Covers a month of nutritious lunches for an older adult. $2,500 Helps a family remain safely housed with critical rental or utility assistance. $5,000 Provides a full year of wraparound support for an entire family.   To mail a check, please use the following address: Community Action Marin ATTN: Development 7665 Redwood Blvd Novato, CA 94945   The Impact of Your Investment   17,000+ services delivered countywide. 2,500+ people found stability. 70% of families received multiple services. 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We serve breakfast, lunch, and snacks, often featuring fresh produce from our Production Farm. This effort is made possible through funding from the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). Working in partnership with Vivalon Café in San Rafael, our Central Kitchen also provides meal services to older adults at multiple community sites throughout Marin County. Rent Our Commercial Kitchen We are currently accepting new kitchen tenants ! Our fully equipped, 2,000 sq. ft. Central Kitchen in San Rafael is available 24/7, with peak availability on weekday afternoons and evenings. Staff are on-site Monday–Friday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: 4308 Redwood Highway #100, San Rafael, CA 94903 Availability: 24/7 access (primarily afternoons/evenings) Rental Requirements: Minimum 8 hours of kitchen use per week All food must be prepared on-site $1M liability insurance coverage $500 refundable security deposit Discounts available for nonprofits, weekend use, and off-peak hours. Included Amenities: Walk-in fridge & freezer 6-burner range + convection & conventional ovens 60-gallon steam kettle, 40-gallon tilting skillet Hobart mixer, Robot Coupe, piston-filler Dishwasher, mop & prep sinks, RFP washable surfaces Kitchen and Storage Rental Rates Kitchen Rental Rates Hours Per Week Hourly Rate 8-9 Hours $63/hr 10-19 Hours $58/hr 20-29 Hours $47/hr 30+Hours $32/hr Minimum use of 8 hours per week. Discounts available for nonprofits, weekend use, and off-peak hours. Storage Rental Rates Type of Storage Cost Per Square Feet Cost Per 4’x2′ Rack Dry Storage $11/sq ft $88/Rack Refrigerator, Freezer, or Gas/Electric Appliance Storage $17/sq ft $136/Rack Minimum use of 8 hours per week. Discounts available for nonprofits, weekend use, and off-peak hours. Apply Today Submit an Interest Form Central Kitchen Rental Form https://camarin.org/program/central-kitchen/ " * " indicates required fields Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Business Information Business Name * Primary Contact Name * First Last Phone Number * Email * Preferred method of contact: * Email Phone Business Address * Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Type of Business Entity * Sole Proprietor LLC Corporation Partnership Other Business Website Social Media Handles Instagram, Facebook, Tik Tok, etc. Add Remove Total number of staff members using the kitchen: * Please enter a number from 1 to 100 . Include yourself in this number. Food Operations Type of Food Business * Catering Food Truck Packaged Goods Meal Preparation Bakery Beverage Other Briefly provide a description of the food/products and services you provide. * Do you currently hold a food handler's permit? * Yes No Expiration Date * Do you have a current Marin County food business license or health permit? * Yes No Does your business meet the following requirements: at least 8 hours of weekly kitchen use, all food prepared on-site, and a $1M liability insurance coverage? * Yes No Upload a copy of limited liability insurance covering $1M: * Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 100 MB. 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Please note that Community Action Marin can only determine eligibility for our Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). We cannot determine eligibility or award CalFresh or Medi-Cal benefits and can only assist with screening and application submission for these two services. Community Action Marin is a Benefits Enrollment Center designated by the National Council on Aging. View Details Utility Assistance Community Action Marin is the local administrator of the federally funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Reaching just under 1,300 households this past year, the program helps eligible families get assistance with utility payments and wood and propane home energy costs. Currently serving only households who meet both the income eligibility requirements and are in a high priority group. 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These programs are designed to provide children with the skills they need to support at every stage in their development. Our free and affordable Head Start and early education programs support families so that parents can work and know their children are being taken care of and learning. Our educational programs help families thrive. All of our programs for younger children are designed for each age groups developmental goals. The programs are full day, full year and include comprehensive health, nutrition, education, social services, and family development.   Services by Age Group Early Head Start (prenatal – age 3) We offer high-quality, free and affordable early education programs. Program curriculum is based upon nurturing care and support of the child’s routine. In our program, one primary caregiver is matched with a group of children and supports the growth and development of the child until they turn age 3. Services are designed to provide children with the skills they need to support every stage of their development. Our staff support families so that parents can work and know their children are being taken care of and learning. Center-based childcare is offered at ten different locations. Preschool (ages 3 – 5) Our Preschool Centers focus on support for dual language learners, as well as social emotional growth and fostering interactions with peers. Older preschool children engage in stimulating activities to prepare them for kindergarten. A preschool classroom of 20 students is supported by a Teacher, Associate Teachers, and Assistant Teachers. School Age After School Program (age 5+) School Age care was established for the purpose of helping students develop and strengthen academic, physical, and social skills. The program provides assistance and tutoring to students after the regular school day. Teachers also provide other enrichment opportunities such as poetry, art, drama, music, and dance, as well as recreational activities. Full time summer care, once their regular school year is completed, is also available for this school age group. Community Action Marin has helped my family in so many ways I am so grateful to have them. I had my son when I was 19 and was very worried about how I would work with such a young child but CAM has helped me tremendously with childcare. Since putting him into their Head Start program I’ve been able to go to school and work while knowing my child is safe and well taken care of. Community Action Marin has also helped me pursue my teaching career, Soraya told me about the ECEPTS (Early Care & Education Pathways to Success) program to help me get my teaching credentials. This was a huge step for me in making sure my son has a secure life and that I have a secure job. Tarryn A. Children & Families Parent Frequently Asked Questions What ages do your programs serve? Community Action Marin offers quality education programs for each age group: Early Head Start: Pre-natal – age 3 Preschool: Ages 3 – 5 After School: Ages 5+   Do I qualify for a Children & Family Services program? Marin County families with children 0-5 years of age and expectant women. Must meet one of the following criteria: Meet federal or state income guidelines Receive public assistance Child is in foster care or experiencing homelessness What is the language of instruction for your Early Education classes? Children and Family Services individualizes the program for each child , which includes support ing the development of the home language. In Infant/Toddler care programs, the home language is primarily supported throughout the child’s acquisition of language. In the preschool years, the home language continues to be supported with an introduction to English (if not the child ‘ s first language) to support the child’s readiness for Kindergarte n . Are children provided with meals or snacks when participating in your program? The children in full-day center-based care are provided breakfast, lunch, and a snack each day. School-age children who are only with us part of the day (after school) receive a snack. Do the children you feed learn about healthy eating? We utilize a curriculum called Garden of Eatin’ to teach children about food, nutrition, cooking, gardening, agriculture, nature, and related topics. Each Early Education site also has a garden, which allows for outdoor experiences with growing, exploring, and tasting fresh foods. Children also learn about healthy eating by the example of their caregivers, who model healthy habits, manners, and good choices in the classroom. Former Head Start Children Cornell Brooks, President and CEO of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Dr. John Paul Kim, Anesthesiologist Darren Walker, President of the Ford Foundation Sylvia Mathews Burwell United States Secretary of Human Services Chris Rock, Actor and Comedian Shaquille O’Neal, Professional Basketball Player Bonnie St. John, Paralympian The Impact of our Program We proudly serve as the lead agency for all federally-funded Head Start programs in Marin. 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A Whole Family Approach Because strong families build strong communities. Picturing Brighter Futures Where each step builds a stronger tomorrow. Giving People a Step Up Because everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive. Dignity for All Fighting the causes & consequences of poverty in Marin since 1966. Good Food for All Because everyone deserves healthy and nutritious food. Home   Celebrating 60 Years of Impact     5TH ANNUAL SIGNATURE EVENT Friday May 29, 2026   PURCHASE TICKETS FEATURING KEYNOTE SPEAKER Anne Lamott NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR Join Community Action Marin and special guest Anne Lamott at Step Up Marin! 2026 —an evening celebrating six decades of impact and investing in what comes next. BILL AND ADELE JONAS CENTER 1800 Ignacio Blvd, Novato 6:00 PM PURCHASE TICKETS   We Are In Your Corner.     Early Education & Childcare Our Children & Family Services department provides free and affordable high-quality early childhood education. Learn More Financial Well-Being Our Economic Justice team provides workforce development, job training, financial counseling, and career support. Learn More Housing Stability Our Housing Justice team offers outreach, care management, rental assistance, and resources for adults and transitional aged youth facing housing instability. Learn More Food & Nutrition Our Food & Climate Justice team provides healthy meals to children in our programs and older adults across our community. Learn More Connect With Us Our team is here to help. Stop by our headquarters at 7665 Redwood Blvd, Novato during walk-in hours: Monday–Thursday: 9:30am–4:30pm Friday: 8:30am–12:30pm For faster service, we encourage you to complete our online application before your visit.   Apply Today Call Now   A Whole Family Approach We partner with people to support well-being, dignity, and hope.   Stories of Impact | Meet Monica and Hannah     Our Impact 17,000+ services delivered countywide. 2,500+ people found stability. 70% of families received multiple services. Change happens together . Invest in helping people across Marin thrive with dignity and hope. Donate News & Updates Explore the latest news, events, press releases, and our monthly newsletter. Read Now 2025 Impact Report Dive into the inspiring stories, compelling data, and powerful progress transforming lives every day. See the Impact Advocacy Initiatives We’re driving an anti-poverty movement by advocating for policies that advance racial and economic justice. 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Community Action Marin proudly serves as the coordinating agency for the Season of Sharing Fund in Marin County. When funding has not been fully utilized for the year, the Season of Sharing Fund can provide short-term, one time financial assistance with rent or mortgage and security deposits for those experiencing housing instabili ty and have exhausted other resources and support from family, friends, and other organizations. The maximum amount of assistance provided is $5,000. Payments are made in the form of a grant directly to the supplier of services, such as the landlord. Eligibility Requirements: You must not have received more than $10,000 in rental assistance in the past. You must not have received Season of Sharing assistance within the last 5 years . You must have experienced an emergency within the past 6 months that impacted your ability to pay rent. You must be currently employed or have a valid job offer . Assistance Details: The maximum assistance amount is $5,000 . If your rental debt exceeds $5,000, you must either cover the remaining balance or provide a formal payment plan . Assistance is available once every 5 years . Please email our Client Intake team with questions and to learn more about Season of Sharing Fund or Emergency Food Boxes.   Other Housing Resources Rental Assistance Adopt-a-Family of Marin : 415.456.7805 Canal Alliance : 415.454.2640 North Marin Community Services , 415.897.4147, Ext. 0 Ritter Center : 415-457-8182 Ext. 130 St. Vincent de Paul Society of Marin County : 415-454-0366 West Marin Community Services : 415-663-8361   You can also download our housing resource list in English , Spanish or Vietnamese now. 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Trust Seals Top Rated 2025 Nonprofit We have been honored once again with a Top-Rated Award from GreatNonprofits. Learn more about our organization and see all of the stories from 2025 that have been provided by clients, volunteers, and others in our community. See How We Earned Our Rating Platinum Rated on Guidestar 2025 Guidestar is the world's largest source of information on U.S. nonprofit companies through a rating system of Bronze-Platinum. It connects donors and grantmakers to more than 2.5 million nonprofit organizations. See How We Earned Our Rating 2025 Excellence Silver from National Community Action Partnership This badge signifies that the Community Action Marin has been recognized at the silver tier of the Pathways to Excellence Program and achieved the 35 Community Action Standards of Excellence, representing the very best practices implemented across the national network. Top Rated 2024 Nonprofit We have been honored once again with a Top-Rated Award from GreatNonprofits. Learn more about our organization and see all of the stories from 2024 that have been provided by clients, volunteers, and others in our community. See How We Earned Our Rating Platinum Rated on Guidestar 2024 Guidestar is an information service specializing in reporting on U.S. nonprofit companies through a rating system of Bronze-Platinum. It connects donors and grantmakers to more than 2.5 million nonprofit organizations. See How We Earned Our Seal 2024 Excellence Bronze from National Community Action Partnership This badge signifies that the Community Action Marin has been recognized at the bronze tier of the Pathways to Excellence Program and achieved the 35 Community Action Standards of Excellence, representing the very best practices implemented across the national network. Four Stars on Charity Navigator Charity Navigator is a charity assessment organization that evaluates hundreds of thousands of charitable organizations and uses a transparency rating system to find and support non-profits that align with one's passions and values. See How We Earned Our Rating Awards 2025 Marin IJ Readers' Choice Award Community Action Marin is honored to be recognized in the 2025 Marin IJ Readers' Choice Awards, earning Honor awards in both the Nonprofit Organization and Social Organization categories! This recognition reflects our community’s shared commitment to making Marin a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. See all of those honored 2023 Heart of Marin Award for Excellence in Leadership Congratulations to Chandra Alexandre, Chief Executive Officer at Community Action Marin, for this exciting recognition. The Heart of Marin Award is given to an Executive Director or Chief Executive Officer who has demonstrated excellence in leadership and whose vision has inspired meaningful and lasting change benefiting the organization and community. The Heart of Marin recognizes and honors Marin County’s outstanding non-profit volunteers, leaders, and organizations. Read More About This Award Voted Best of Marin 2023 Voted best for addressing food insecurity in our county. See How We Earned Your Vote Voted Best Non-profit 2022! Celebrating a win as the best of Marin County. See We Earned Your Vote 2021 Partner of Justice Award Awarded to Community Action Marin by Legal Aid of Marin for dedication to providing vital services and ensuring equal opportunity to Marin residents; an inspiration to our community. 2020 California Nonprofit of the Year Each year, California Assemblymembers and state senators are invited to honor a nonprofit of the year for their district. Assemblymember Marc Levine chose Community Action Marin as the 2020 California Nonprofit of the Year! See How We Earned This Distinction Partner in Marin's Efforts to End Homelessness Community Action Marin and the County of Marin's Division of Homelessness and Whole Person Care are partners in the County-wide effort to end homelessness in our community. 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Economic Opportunity Advocacy Overview In Marin County, even in families with one or more working adults, 37% of households do not earn enough to make ends meet — well over one-third of our population can’t get by without public or private assistance. For people of color, that figure is almost double, with 55% unable to cover their basic expenses. In fact, 9.6% of households in Marin earn less than $25,000 a year. That’s $5000 less than the national poverty level for a family of four of $30,000. At Community Action Marin, we promote prosperity and hope through a powerful set of financial empowerment and workforce development programs. We also put money back in people’s pockets through our free income tax preparation services. No matter what your financial situation, come make a step-by-step plan to create a household budget, rebuild your credit score, get help with your taxes, manage debt, or get trained for a new career. Programs Our Economic Justice programs cover a broad spectrum designed to give you the tools and guidance you need to improve your financial future. The agency’s Whole Family Approach works to ensure that needs are met and outcomes at the individual, agency, and community levels are achieved to strengthen well-being. Financial Well-being Our f inancial well-being programs help people transform and manage their overall finances, so they can rise beyond subsistence-living and thrive, working towards a goal of financial prosperity. We accomplish our work through tax assistance and one-on-one coaching. We give people an opportunity to take advantage of our expert staff, abundant tools, and network of partners. View Details Workforce & Small Business Development Our program provides avenues for career exploration and strengthens participation in job training, encourages the creation of options for job seekers, and builds stronger readiness pathways for people who need assistance to become eligible for career training. Our programs currently include Peer Support Specialist Training, an Associate Teacher Apprenticeship, and training and support of those in the Family Childcare Network. View Details Public Benefits & Utilities Assistance At Community Action Marin, our team of Success C oaches helps individuals & families realize success on their own terms, ensuring they can safely access and understand eligibility requirements for community and government programs and services. Our team of staff and skilled volunteers brings special expertise in connecting people to public benefits, utility payments, and more. View Details Impact $573.2k The amount provided in LIHEAP Energy Assistance to 877 HOUSEHOLDS 451 The number or age 50+ or disabled individuals who RECEIVED HELP APPLYING FOR PUBLIC BENEFITS through our new Benefits Enrollment Center $383,648 The amount of TOTAL REFUNDS processed over 281 tax returns Want to Learn More? Click on the email button below to visit our orientation page and watch a video in English or Spanish. See Orientation Economic Opportunity Advocacy All work deserves respect and a fair wage. Almost one-third of Marin residents live paycheck to paycheck, just to make ends meet and cover basic needs. For people of color, that figure exceeds 55%. While Marin’s high cost of living creates a financial challenge for many local residents , it is those of lowest income who face the largest barriers to economic stability and opportunity. 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Our Tax ID is 94-6136365 . ©2026 Community Action Marin | Privacy Policy Branding by Good Stuff Partners Facebook Linkedin Instagram Close Community Action Marin is dedicated to the fight against poverty Skip to content Join us at Step Up Marin! on May 29th! Acompáñanos en Step Up Marin! el 29 de mayo PURCHASE TICKETS NOW COMPRE SUS BOLETOS HOY Close alerts About History Job Openings Team News & Updates Awards & Nominations Contact Locations What We Do Family Resource Guide Immigrant Resource Guide Advocacy Initiatives Approach Services Events Impact Impact Report Annual Report Community Voices (Videos) Reports Community Needs Assessment Get Involved Step Up Marin! 2026 Donate Ways to Give Volunteer Join Our List Donate Get Services Contact Us Search for: Menu Children & Families Toggle Children & Families submenu Early Childhood Education Home Visiting Program Learning Gardens Family Corner Housing Justice Toggle Housing Justice submenu Homeless Outreach Housing Based Case Management Transitional Aged Youth Emergency Assistance Economic Justice Toggle Economic Justice submenu Financial Well-being Workforce & Small Business Development Public Benefits & Utilities Assistance Food & Climate Justice Toggle Food & Climate Justice submenu Central Kitchen Healthy Meals Production Farm & Permaculture About Toggle About submenu History Job Openings Team News & Updates Awards & Nominations Contact Locations What We Do Toggle What We Do submenu Family Resource Guide Immigrant Resource Guide Advocacy Initiatives Approach Services Events Impact Toggle Impact submenu Impact Report Annual Report Community Voices (Videos) Reports Community Needs Assessment Get Involved Toggle Get Involved submenu Step Up Marin! 2026 Donate Ways to Give Volunteer Join Our List Donate Get Services Contact Us Search for: Meeting people where they are Addressing the real and varied needs of individuals and families Get started with Community Action Marin Get Services Services At Community Action Marin, we help individuals and families meet their basic needs and get on a path to self-sufficiency and thriving. The agency’s Whole Family Approach works to ensure that needs are met and outcomes at the individual, agency, and community levels are achieved to strengthen well-being. We are a community action agency dedicated to the fight against poverty. The array of services we provide promote racial and economic equity by addressing the real and varied needs of individuals and families who lack the income to be self-sufficient . Your voice leads our work. We listen and learn, offer services and programs in response to community needs and insights about what makes community stronger. Our Community Needs Assessment (CNA) is a roadmap built on surveys and experience. It reflects our findings, strategies, and planned programming covering agency offerings such as emergency assistance, childcare, economic mobility services, housing, and food justice. This plan is what will guide us for the next two years in creating better outcomes. To learn more take a look at our Interactive Dashboard . Agency Services Children & Families Free and affordable early childhood education to support people across generations and help families thrive. Learn More Online Housing Justice Providing housing stability through direct services including homeless outreach, housing navigation, and access to rental assistance and eviction resources Learn More Online Economic Justice Access to public benefits, income tax assistance, credit coaching, budgeting, job training, and career support to stabilize and promote pathways to employment and good financial health Learn More Online Food & Climate Justice Access and advocacy to grow food security across the county. Learn More Online Get our Resource Guide Every year, Community Action Marin publishes a comprehensive list of local resources for Marin residents. Compiled with a special focus on programs serving those with low incomes, this guide plays a vital role in connecting people with services. This helps them thrive and knits a closer safety net of support among the various agencies serving Marin County. English Spanish Marin is a tale of two cities. Those that have a lot in their pockets and those that don’t have enough. Community Action Marin helps to bridge that divide by providing the services that people really need to thrive: affordable child care, food, help to pay utility bills, rent support, housing assistance, homeless outreach, and so much more. They embody the spirit and practice of fairness and opportunity for all. 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Our Tax ID is 94-6136365 . ©2026 Community Action Marin | Privacy Policy Branding by Good Stuff Partners Facebook Linkedin Instagram Close Read our annual report and our levers for change toward justice Skip to content Join us at Step Up Marin! on May 29th! Acompáñanos en Step Up Marin! el 29 de mayo PURCHASE TICKETS NOW COMPRE SUS BOLETOS HOY Close alerts About History Job Openings Team News & Updates Awards & Nominations Contact Locations What We Do Family Resource Guide Immigrant Resource Guide Advocacy Initiatives Approach Services Events Impact Impact Report Annual Report Community Voices (Videos) Reports Community Needs Assessment Get Involved Step Up Marin! 2026 Donate Ways to Give Volunteer Join Our List Donate Get Services Contact Us Search for: Menu Children & Families Toggle Children & Families submenu Early Childhood Education Home Visiting Program Learning Gardens Family Corner Housing Justice Toggle Housing Justice submenu Homeless Outreach Housing Based Case Management Transitional Aged Youth Emergency Assistance Economic Justice Toggle Economic Justice submenu Financial Well-being Workforce & Small Business Development Public Benefits & Utilities Assistance Food & Climate Justice Toggle Food & Climate Justice submenu Central Kitchen Healthy Meals Production Farm & Permaculture About Toggle About submenu History Job Openings Team News & Updates Awards & Nominations Contact Locations What We Do Toggle What We Do submenu Family Resource Guide Immigrant Resource Guide Advocacy Initiatives Approach Services Events Impact Toggle Impact submenu Impact Report Annual Report Community Voices (Videos) Reports Community Needs Assessment Get Involved Toggle Get Involved submenu Step Up Marin! 2026 Donate Ways to Give Volunteer Join Our List Donate Get Services Contact Us Search for: VISIONING MARIN FORWARD 2024 Annual Report Annual Report 2024 DEDICATION During this the 60th year anniversary of LBJ’s War on Poverty and the Civil Rights Act of 1964, we are honored to continue our work toward equity for all. Community Action Marin is proud to be part of a strong network of over 1,100 Community Action Agencies across the United States of America fighting poverty’s causes and consequences. We dedicate this report to the people who call Marin home. We celebrate continued progress for racial and economic justice and transformational lasting change in our community that is underscored by dignity and respect. Michelle Fox, Assistant Vice President of Early Education at Community Action Marin and Lucia Marel-Dow, Board President at San Rafael City Schools, kick off partnership at the ribbon cutting at the San Rafael Early Learning Center where CAM has four preschool classrooms Message from our CEO Activating Levers for Change Integrating Well-Being Implementing Strategies for Greater Impact Children and Family Services Safety Net Housing Justice Economic Justice Food Justice Our Mission Stepping Up for Marin Financials Our Team Our Vision Donors & Supporters “Building an anti-poverty movement is essential to creating the kind of transformative realities that we want to see for all of us. Delivering high-quality programs every day is not enough to disrupt the status quo. WE MUST BE UNRELENTING IN OUR COMMITMENT TO AN EQUITABLE MARIN." CHANDRA ALEXANDRE 2023 Heart of Marin Award recipient for Excellence in Leadership, Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership (CVNL) Back to Top MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO Dear Community and Colleagues, We stand together today, tomorrow, and every day united in our hope. At Community Action Marin, our commitment to racial and economic justice is unwavering. Our work to bring the Community Action promise to life here in Marin County is as critical as ever: Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. Shared values of Relationship, Inclusivity, Unity, and Service guide us in this important work. Each of us has a unique role to play in creating and sustaining lasting change. As one of Marin’s largest employers, we know that change begins in our own house. This past year, Community Action Marin deepened its focus on well-being for over 225 staff, increasing the agency’s minimum wage to $23 per hour—44% more than the state’s minimum wage. We strengthened our Staff Council to bring Frontline voices to Executive leadership, and we invested heavily in our Equity and Well-being Roadmap through training, people-centered coaching, and other inclusive, intentional, and practical strategies to center our values and move our mission forward. Community Action Marin is more than an agency—we are the heartbeat of Marin, with our staff deeply reflective of the individuals and families we serve. With an incredible community of partners, supporters, volunteers, and people working daily to move yearning into action, we are making each and every one of us stronger. The work we did together to alleviate the causes and consequences of poverty in 2024 helped to achieve better outcomes across our county. Take a look at what putting Levers for Change into motion makes happen. As you read through this report, you will learn more about the realities of poverty in Marin. You will also see what we have accomplished working side by side with people of all backgrounds in the community. I invite you to join us. Come be part of the change we’re seeking to make real for all of us. WITH GRATITUDE, Chandra Alexandre Chief Executive Officer Activating Levers for Change Gathering to support pay equity and the importance of early childhood education at Head Start California Advocacy Day in Sacramento Building an anti-poverty movement requires activating four Levers for Change. Each lever is individually impactful, but when all levers are moving through strategic efforts, that is when true transformative change happens. In our Housing Justice work, we look at the causes and consequences of housing instability, providing resources and support for those who are unhoused or at risk of homelessness, while simultaneously advocating and working with lawmakers on policy changes around tenant protections and rent stabilization. We are seated at the table alongside community members, listening and working on housing initiatives that matter deeply to our community. Anti-poverty movement building is central in our effectiveness at alleviating the causes and consequences of poverty. It is inclusive and creates a space at the table for everyone to take meaningful action for change. As a leader in Anti-poverty Movement Building, several members of our Leadership Team had the opportunity this year to share our Levers for Change with our Community Action Partners at both the state and national level. The case study they shared demonstrated the power of activating all four Levers for Change as a means to alleviate the causes and consequences of poverty and transform and sustain individual, family, and community well-being. “ Poverty is the result of policy choices. When we meet people and hear stories of those experiencing poverty, we see that it is our policies and systems that are failing, not individuals or families. From that shared understanding, we can craft meaningful solutions and take action together to ensure everyone can live a life of dignity and respect.” Gina Guillemette, Chief Strategy Officer “It takes all of us to move our county toward racial and economic justice. At MCF, we have seen what Community Action Marin is leading forward and we’re proud to support their efforts, from programs to advocacy. I know that our Community Power Initiative (CPI) grant will help to make CAM’s Levers for Change powerful tools for building an anti-poverty movement in Marin County.” Shirin Vakharia, Senior Program Director, Community Power Initiative, Marin Community Foundation “Having worked in the social sector for most of my career, I recognize the importance of working across racial and economic differences to address the common good. Community Action Marin is truly a lea Working together to make Marin an equitable community Skip to content Join us at Step Up Marin! on May 29th! 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Everyone deserves to live with dignity and respect Marin County is one of the wealthiest counties in the United States. Yet many in our community go without the basics of healthy food, affordable housing, and a living wage. Income inequality in Marin is among the highest in the nation . Marin is also one of the most racially disparate counties in California . R ace plays a large role in who is well off and who is not. In fact, 1 in 5 families (and 1 in 3 seniors) in Marin struggle to put food on the table. (Marin Food Policy Council , September 2022) 6.8 % percent of residents ages 65+ in Marin live in poverty. (Healthy Marin, 2022) The poverty rate for Latinx households in Marin (19%) is 3x greater than the overall poverty rate for the county. (Marin Economic Form, March 202 3) A family of four in Marin needs to earn $167,000 to cover their basic needs each year . And 37 % percent of households in Marin do not earn enough to make ends meet . (The Cost of Being Californian, 2021) 95% of Black households and 73% of Latinx households in Marin are struggling to make ends meet compared to 29% of W hite households. (The Cost of Being Californian, 2021) These realities illustrate inequities that run counter to the core values we hold as a community. All of us who live, work, and visit Marin, across all racial and ethnic groups and income levels, deserve dignity and respect. Our work together is making Marin an equitable community that we can be proud of. We advocate for equitable change With many in our community excluded from the social and economic benefits that many of us enjoy, we take action for change . Without deliberate action to advance racial and economic justice through changes to policies and systems, the status quo creates and perpetuates inequities at every turn. Poverty is the result of policy choices. We need policies that produce equity. We have a tremendous opportunity in Marin to ensure that the most basic needs of all residents are met. It takes all of us coming together, a diverse array of voices raised to demand public policies that reflect our values and achieve justice and equity for all of us. Learn more and join our anti-poverty movement today! Increase Housing Stability Learn More Expand Economic Opportunity Learn More Enhance Individual & Family Well-Being Learn More Read our 2024 Advocacy Agenda Each year we create an Advocacy Agenda that frames the specific policy and budgetary issues we are working on to advance equitable change. Download a copy in English or Spanish now by clicking the buttons below. English Spanish Have questions? Email our team by clicking the button below to learn more about our advocacy initiatives and how you can help advance racial and economic justice in Marin County. Email Today Community Action Marin is a rare organization. On one hand, it assists folks on an individual basis, recognizing the uniqueness of each person, and placing them at the center of their efforts. On the other, it works at scale, to shift systems and policies for the betterment of the entire community. And it does so with equal parts strategic expertise and deep humanity. They are a model for a community services organization. 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Acompáñanos en Step Up Marin! el 29 de mayo PURCHASE TICKETS NOW COMPRE SUS BOLETOS HOY Close alerts About History Job Openings Team News & Updates Awards & Nominations Contact Locations What We Do Family Resource Guide Immigrant Resource Guide Advocacy Initiatives Approach Services Events Impact Impact Report Annual Report Community Voices (Videos) Reports Community Needs Assessment Get Involved Step Up Marin! 2026 Donate Ways to Give Volunteer Join Our List Donate Get Services Contact Us Search for: Menu Children & Families Toggle Children & Families submenu Early Childhood Education Home Visiting Program Learning Gardens Family Corner Housing Justice Toggle Housing Justice submenu Homeless Outreach Housing Based Case Management Transitional Aged Youth Emergency Assistance Economic Justice Toggle Economic Justice submenu Financial Well-being Workforce & Small Business Development Public Benefits & Utilities Assistance Food & Climate Justice Toggle Food & Climate Justice submenu Central Kitchen Healthy Meals Production Farm & Permaculture About Toggle About submenu History Job Openings Team News & Updates Awards & Nominations Contact Locations What We Do Toggle What We Do submenu Family Resource Guide Immigrant Resource Guide Advocacy Initiatives Approach Services Events Impact Toggle Impact submenu Impact Report Annual Report Community Voices (Videos) Reports Community Needs Assessment Get Involved Toggle Get Involved submenu Step Up Marin! 2026 Donate Ways to Give Volunteer Join Our List Donate Get Services Contact Us Search for: Leading our collective mission See who enables us to bring services to thousands each year Visit our careers page and join our team Careers Team Our Community Action Marin team is made up of a diverse set of individuals that mirror our Marin community. These caring people drive the leadership of our agency, are passionate about our mission, and are on the front lines daily creating a stronger community. Take a look at those individuals who contribute to making Community Action Marin the largest social services provider in the county, and enable us to bring our services to thousands of Marin families each year. Leadership Team Chandra Alexandre Chief Executive Officer Bio Close Chandra Alexandre Chief Executive Officer Chandra Alexandre, the Chief Executive Officer of Community Action Marin, has over 30 years of experience supporting organizations to social justice outcomes and a deep commitment to public service. Over the last seven years leading CAM, Chandra’s vision and fiscal acumen have successfully leveraged public investment and mobilized resources to increase well-being across Marin. Her efforts have grown the agency’s budget to $32M and helped to ignite anti-poverty movement building strategies and strengthen partnerships across public and private sectors in support of our community. Earlier in her career, Chandra’s work at the Bay Area Council, a business-sponsored public policy advocacy organization, led to important wins for affordable housing and early childhood education. At Partners in School Innovation, an education reform nonprofit, Chandra helped to promote national scale for approaches to working with the lowest performing schools and districts in five states, including sites across the Bay Area and Silicon Valley in California. At Global Fund for Women, she ensured record-breaking fundraising to support women’s human rights. From local, to regional, to international efforts, Chandra’s focus has been on equity and the value of creating deepened understanding. A lifelong learner, she recently became a certified conflict mediator and earned a professional designation for her poverty fighting work as CAM’s first Certified Community Action Professional (CCAP). Chandra gives back through volunteering and service. She serves as a trustee for the Novato Unified School District and sits on the boards of Marin Community Clinics, Marin Promise Partnership, and the Common Counsel Foundation. In addition, she contributes her insight as a member of the United Way of the Bay Area Advisory Board. Chandra holds an MBA in sustainable management and a doctorate in the humanities specializing in Asian & Comparative Studies. Her undergraduate degree is from Columbia, where she double majored in psychology and philosophy. Gina Guillemette Chief Strategy Officer Bio Close Gina Guillemette Chief Strategy Officer Gina’s work to advance racial and economic justice is grounded in her personal values of human dignity, freedom, courage, and joy. With over 25 years of nonprofit experience, Gina has led organizational development efforts as well as policy advocacy in partnership with local communities and service providers to improve outcomes for communities that have been historically marginalized and underserved. Her work has helped improve approaches and increase public investments in early childhood education and family support, immigrant and refugee rights, housing, health care, income supports, and asset building. Gina joined Community Action Marin in 2020 where she served as an agency fellow and Chief of Staff. Now as Chief Strategy Officer, Gina leads advancement of agency strategy and advocacy efforts where she partners with leadership to ensure that staff, clients, and community stay at the center of all decision-making. Her work informs cross-agency synergies and guides collective practice to ensure strategic assets are deployed in line with agency priorities. As part of CAM’s Executive Team, Gina provides strategic and operational leadership to create a vibrant organizational culture and achieve outcomes in community to advance racial and economic justice. Gina received a Master of Social Work degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, a Diploma in the Art of Spiritual Direction from San Francisco Theological Seminary, and a Bachelor’s degree from Alma College. Prior to joining the team at CAM, Gina served in a variety of nonprofit leadership roles, including with the Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership and Parent Services Project in California, and Heartland Alliance for Human Needs & Human Rights and the Ounce of Prevention Fund (now Start Early) in Chicago, Illinois. Gina lives in Marin County where she enjoys local cheese, a year-round garden, and family game nights. 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Sign up for Financial Coaching Build a Pathway to Well-Being SparkPoint financial coaching is great for students just starting out, recently single adults, those beginning to plan for their retirement, and really anyone who wants to improve their financial understanding and status. In our coaching program, members define their goals and set priorities for their sessions. Our coaches provide support and the tools to help track money, create budgets, increase savings, improve credit, reduce debt, and learn to invest. Program membership is free, and members are able to take advantage of our expert staff, abundant tools, and strong network of partners. Through regular coaching sessions, participants will dramatically improve their financial well-being, learn to objectively evaluate their own financial position, and be prepared to make informed choices to build wealth and financial security. Maximizing a tax refund can also put vital money back in peoples’ pockets . We offer free Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) tax preparation services where caring, trained volunteers guide Marin residents through matters such as reporting on public benefits and claiming the Child Tax Credit and the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), so they can claim tax benefits for which they’re eligible and understand their choices for the next year. Financial & Credit Coaching Financial coaches help individuals establish and follow a household budget and find ways to improve their income such as through employment, job training, and/or public benefits. We also help those in the community decrease their debt and increase their credit score, so they have better access to resources and opportunities. We work with those in the program to create step-by-step plans, address their unique needs and goals, and check in regularly to help problem-solve. View Details Income Tax Assistance Any household with an income of $69,000 or below and a social security number or ITIN is eligible to have their California and federal income taxes prepared for free. Last year, 261 returns were processed with total refunds of $383,640! TAX PREPARATION LOCATION & HOURS: Community Action Marin 7665 Redwood Blvd Novato, CA 94945 Dates: February 6 – April 10, 2026 Hours: Fridays, 9:00am – 3:00pm View Details Take Charge of Your Finances Students Build savings Pay for college Improve your credit score Plan for the future Older Adults Evaluate your financial situation Prepare for retirement Track income and expenses Build savings Newly Single Improve your financial literacy Learn to invest Plan for the future Implement a budget Families Make informed choices Reduce debt Improve your credit score Purchase a home Have Disabilities? Get access to financial coaches with an understanding of disability benefits through the Financial Health Equity project. United Way Bay Area and its network of SparkPoint Centers, like Community Action Marin, have partnered with National Disability Institute to launch this initiative funded by the Wells Fargo Foundation . Program coaches have received enhanced training and a certificate of completion in the Effective Financial Counseling for People Receiving Social Security Disability Benefits, SSI or SSDI, ABLE accounts, overpayments, and work incentives. These tools help coaches to better understand how disability benefits impact the financial choices and decisions of those with disabilities so they can help people: Take control of SSI or SSDI benefits Utilize their ability to save Tackle SSA overpayment debt, and Maximize income Sign up for Financial Coaching Don’t fit one of the categories above? You can still reach out. Our Financial Coaches can help you define your goals, set priorities, and build your financial security. Sign up here or call us at (415) 937-7779. You may also email [email protected] and say “I want to meet with a financial coach.” Download Appointment Checklist I came to Community Action Marin to get help with my credit which was terrible. They gave me a strategy of how to change my credit. The light went on and within seven months my credit score went from 480 to 760. Darryl B. 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Changing Lives. At Community Action Marin, we are dedicated to alleviating the causes and consequences of poverty in Marin County. As the county’s leading anti-poverty agency, our 200+ staff help individuals and families throughout Marin County achieve well-being, dignity, and hope. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth pathways. If you’re committed to building equity and creating lasting change in Marin, we’d love to hear from you! Benefits Your growth and well-being to us. We provide a comprehensive benefits package built to support you in every stage of your journey, including: Paid medical, vision, and life insurance for employees Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and over 15 holidays annually Flexible and hybrid work schedules (for some positions) Access to professional development opportunities Agency-sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 403(b) retirement plan eligibility from day one with employer matching contributions Openings If you need assistance with our online application, contact our People & Culture team at [email protected] or call (415) 526-7500. Equal Opportunity Employer Community Action Marin an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees for jobs, skills training, and promotions regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical, or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other consideration considered unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy The health and safety of our staff, participants, and community are a top priority. To reduce COVID-19 risk and maintain a safe workplace, all employees must be vaccinated. Reasonable accommodations for medical or religious exemptions will be considered, with weekly testing required for approved exemptions. 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During this past year, in the face of unprecedented need and inequity and thanks to those who got involved, Community Action Marin made it possible for more people to stay housed, keep warm, and remain connected. Needs in Marin continue to grow and people in Marin are still struggling to maintain self-sufficiency. We invite you to join us, get involved, and be an advocate for change in our county. There are a number of ways you can get involved DONATE All of our services are provided free to clients. We rely on generosity from people like you to support our programs; allowing us to provide assistance to more people and provide all of the services they need. Donate CONNECT Join our list to receive our advocacy action alerts, e-news, special updates, and invitations to events. Connect VOLUNTEER Come spend your time making life better for others in Marin. We've got lots of ways you can help. Volunteer Have questions about how to get involved at Community Action Marin? Email us today with any questions about how you can get involved and be an advocate for change in our county. Email Now I got involved with Community Action Marin to help people with housing. This is something I enjoy doing. Housing is people’s #1 concern. I know people feel trapped and scared. I tell them their options and I’m their cheerleader. I know it can be difficult. I can’t solve all their problems. They are so big. I can just help with the housing process and support them along the way. 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Our Tax ID is 94-6136365 . ©2026 Community Action Marin | Privacy Policy Branding by Good Stuff Partners Facebook Linkedin Instagram Close We all have the right to healthy and culturally appropriate food Skip to content Join us at Step Up Marin! on May 29th! 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Growing, cooking, and eating meals together is part of what unites us as people across generations and community . Hunger and poor access to healthy food are realities for people of low income in Marin, despite the county’s general affluence. In fact 4.6% of county residents are unable to find fresh fruits and vegetables in their neighborhood. Food insecurity over the last year among the low- income families and communities of color we serve within the county has intensified with 1 in 5 families (1 in 3 seniors) struggling to put food on the table. At a time when so many have so much and others have so little or nothing at all, Community Action Marin wants to raise awareness about food justice and what we can do together to make healthy food, produced through ecologically sound and sustainable methods, accessible to everyone in our community. In our efforts to address and eliminate food insecurity and achieve food & climate justice, we are not only growing food at our Production Farms, but using the fruit and vegetables produced to create meals in our Central Kitchen, providing them to children in our programs and to seniors in the Marin community. We are also working with our families and partnering across the county to strengthen healthy food access, build climate resilience, and achieve food & climate justice for all . Programs Community Action Marin is working hard to address and eliminate food insecurity. We are growing food and partnering across the county to strengthen healthy food access and justice for all. The agency’s Whole Family Approach works to ensure that needs are met and outcomes at the individual, agency, and community levels are achieved to strengthen well-being. Central Kitchen The Central Kitchen, a 2,000 square foot commercial kitchen, is one of only a few in Marin County and is located in the heart of San Rafael. When not in use for Community Action Marin programs, we help to support local food entrepreneurs and non-profits that need a commercial kitchen by renting space.   View Details Healthy Meals Supported by founders, parents, partners, and community, we are committed to healthy eating and active living for all of us. Our programs provide meals to seniors, children in our programs, and use produce from our farms for emergency food boxes, and to go into soups made in our Central Kitchen. View Details Production Farm & Permaculture Our organic garden offers a replicable and scalable model for creating a sustainable community resource for good, healthy food. The Production Farm has 15,000 square feet of land dedicated to orchards and organic crops. Last year we provided 40,000+ pounds of groceries to food insecure families, increasing food security across the county! We also piloted our Appetite for Change program that teaches families about planting and growing food through the lens of climate change. View Details CalFresh Assistance Federally known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, CalFresh supports the food needs of low-income households by providing a free food debit card. Individuals in the program receive a monthly food subsidy on their card and can use it to purchase groceries from participating grocery stores and farmer’s markets. They can also purchase seeds and plants that produce food. Our Success Coaches and Client Intake Specialists screen individuals to determine if they are eligible for the program and provide assistance with onsite application, document submission, and renewal. Families should be aware that it can take up to 30 days after you turn in your application to receive benefits. The amount of CalFresh you receive depends on many things, including your household’s size, income, and costs. The average CalFresh household gets over $300 each month. For questions, email Juan Vidal by clicking the button below. Email Now Impact The Numbers 162.4k The number of meals and snacks provided to children, an 8% INCREASE over the prior year 61% The percentage of families who said that having their child enrolled in our early education program made it EASIER FOR THEM TO MEET BASIC NEEDS, including food 29.2k The number of MEALS PROVIDED to older adults Racial & Economic Advocacy Marin County is one of the wealthiest counties in the United States. Yet many in our community go without the basics of healthy food, in fact 1 in 5 families (and 1 in 3 seniors) in Marin struggle to put food on the table. Others lack affordable housing, and a living wage . Income inequality in Marin is among the highest in the nation. Marin is also one of the most racially absurd counties in California. Race plays a large role in who is well off and who is not. All of us who live, work, and visit Marin, across all racial and ethnic groups and income levels, deserve dignity and respect. Collective advocacy can create equitable change USDA Nondiscrimination Compliance In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the State or local Agency that administers the program or contact USDA through the Telecommunications Relay Service at 711 (voice and TTY). Additionally, Community Action Marin, the county’s official anti-poverty agency Skip to content Join us at Step Up Marin! on May 29th! 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Programs were implemented to provide services to help move low-income Americans toward self–sufficiency. Community Action Marin was founded in 1966 with an initial $40,000 federal grant. In 1967, the Marin County Board of Supervisors designated Community Action Marin as the county’s official antipoverty agency, with a mandate to work to eliminate the causes and consequences of poverty in Marin County. We are proud to carry that mandate forward today as the largest non-profit social services provider in the county. Did you know? Many local non-profits originated within Community Action Marin, including the SF-Marin Food Bank, Ritter Center, the Farmer’s Market, and Homeward Bound. Lyndon B. Johnson creates Community Action in 1966. Project Head Start in 1965. For over 50 years, we’ve been there when Marin needed us most.   We now get more support to more people than any other organization in the county and believe equal access to opportunities is a human right and a shared social responsibility. We use our influence and voice to make sure our entire community is heard and that everyone is aware of the scale of the problems we’re tackling. We rally support, collaborate on solving the issues, and advocate for policy changes to help level the playing field and are ready take on the next 50 years. Community Action Marin gives the most vulnerable in our community the chance to move out of poverty and live with dignity and respect. Our agency is seeking to meet the needs of community today and work to increase our budget to $25M over the next decade. We want to diversify the agency’s funding base to better support the kinds of flexible funding that make truly responding as the voice of community possible. A complete timeline history of Community Action Marin Click on the timeline above to view larger and/or download. We must open the doors of opportunity. But we must also equip our people to walk through those doors. President Lyndon B. 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Addressing the needs of unhoused youth Community Action Marin offers vital support and assistance to unhoused Transitional Aged Youth (TAY). Unlike the many adults we assist, transitional aged youth (agex 18-24) are often harder to locate and assist as most of the homeless or precariously housed aren’t aware of existing services, don’t access services in the adult system of care, or may feel a stigma attached to being unhoused, or do not self-identify as homeless. This age group often faces vulnerabilities including a lack of family support, experience with trauma, or difficulty navigating independent living. A t risk of, or experiencing homelessness, these youth rely on their resilience and resourcefulness to meet their basic survival needs, but often at the sacrifice of college, careers, and long-term stability and relationships. At Community Action Marin, we partner with our Transitional Aged Youth to share the burden of meeting basic needs, allowing them to focus their energies on setting goals for long-term health, housing, and well-being. Our Case Managers understand the unique needs, geographies, and strengths of these young adults and help them to work toward housing readiness and financial stability. Partnering to support the TAY community In collaboration with the county, this past year Community Action Marin secured $1.5M in funding to spearhead a three-year effort, supported by the Tipping Point Community, to help ensure access to available services for the Transitional Aged Youth community. This project supports up to 1 80 youth per year who are homeless, precariously housed or at-risk of homelessness by providing outreach, case management, financial assistance , housing navigation, and links to community supports . Upon receiving referrals from our partners within the community, t he program assigns a team consisting of an outreach and engagement specialist and a case manager, to meet with the individual. The goal of this first meeting is to provide an introduction, get to know them, and ask if they would like support. If yes, the team discusses next steps in the process and develops a support plan. Teams are focused on Southern Marin, Central Marin, and West Marin and are mobile, enabling them to meet clients where they are, as well as transport them to necessary appointments. The agency also works in partnership with the College of Marin Student Support Services to help youth get access to those things that will help maintain well-being and put them on a path to self sufficiency, such as a phone, medication, a primary care provider, education, job training, or to secure housing. The West Marin Multi Service Center, part of the Marin County Department of Health and Human Services, and the Marin County Cooperation Team also has a long standing relationship with Community Action Marin and partners in the program. Frequently Asked Questions What questions will an Outreach or Case Manager ask? The goal of the Outreach or Case Manager is build a relationship and then assess the individual’s support needs. They will typically want to find out things like: Their current or planned housing situation, and if they feel safe If they need to see a medical or dental professional Are they interested in mental health or addiction support Whether or not they have access to healthy food If they are in need of clothing Do they have transportation or a communication device Their immigration status, if applicable In what areas do Transitional Age Youth need support? Transitional Aged Youth may need support in the following areas: Mental health therapy Substance abuse, including a counselor, treatment, or substance abuse reduction classes Housing, with connection to a case manager to help locate options and teach independent living skills Case management, to help formulate and oversee goals for their future, help grow their support network, and provide referrals to other Community Action Marin services such as financial coaching or workforce development, or to relevant partners Education support, with assistance signing up for college or career focused programming Social activities, providing opportunities to build connection and strengthen or create a network with others in a similar phase of life Need Assistance? Reach out to our Transitional Aged Youth (TAY) Housing Services Program Manager by clicking on the button below. Email Now I am feeling very grateful to have had the resources to support my client in navigating her housing journey. Her growth was a joy to witness and her perseverance through so many barriers was really astounding. She and her partner have lived in their car for almost two years, and yesterday, they got the keys to their new apartment. Relief, happiness, excitement, safety – it doesn’t begin to describe the feelings of that moment, and I was honored to witness this new chapter for her. 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