Marcia dreamed of earning a college degree and building a better future for her three children.
There’s something powerful about knowing you’re part of a community that cares. A place where neighbors look out for one another—and where helping a family put food on the table can make room for a brighter tomorrow.
You have been part of making that community stronger. Thank you.
Your generosity helps Bay Area families access food and other essential resources that provide stability and open doors to new opportunities.

As a mother of three, Marcia was determined to earn her college degreewhile creating a more secure future for her children. But balancing school, family, and the cost of everyday essentials—including food—wasn’t easy.
Through SparkPoint at Cañada College, Marcia found help putting food on the table, including groceries and access to a campus food pantry. Knowing her family had food helped ease a daily worry so she could focus on her studies. With rental assistance and financial coaching, she gained more stability as she worked toward her goals. Marcia graduated magna cum laude with an associate degree in Digital Art and Animation and a web design certificate, opening new possibilities for her family’s future.

Every act of generosity helps more Bay Area families put food on the table, find stability, and pursue their goals.
Make another gift in an amount meaningful to you and continue helping neighbors build a stronger future.