FOOD & CLIMATE JUSTICE
Cultivating Curiosity Through Fall Gardening
This fall brought a bountiful harvest to the Production Farm at our Old Gallinas Children’s Center in San Rafael. Families and teachers enjoyed freshly picked kale, carrots, tomatoes, and herbs, all grown with care by our young learners and staff.
We are sparking curiosity through hands-on garden learning across our children’s centers. At the Hamilton Children’s Center in Novato, students recently took part in a bean-shelling lesson that quickly became a class favorite. The children are discovering the foundations of sustainable gardening while experiencing the joy and excitement that comes from growing food themselves.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
2025 Impact Report Available Now!
In case you missed it, Community Action Marin has officially launched our 2025 Impact Report. Visit camarin.org/impact to explore the stories, data, and five short videos that bring this year’s impact to life. This report is a reflection of all that you made possible this year through your commitment to and belief in our shared community. Because of your partnership and support, individuals and families in Marin found help and hope in these uncertain times. Thank you for being part of an anti-poverty movement that’s building a stronger, more just Marin for everyone.
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COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Partnering for Housing Solutions in Marin County
Community Action Marin celebrated the official launch of the housing coalition Call Marin Home. As a proud founding member, our agency will work alongside community agencies to produce affordable housing, preserve existing stock, and advocate for tenant protections.
CEO Chandra Alexandre and Chief Strategy Officer Gina Guillemette joined partners at the coalition’s launch. This partnership signifies a step toward ensuring that everyone who wants to live, work, and play in our beautiful county has the opportunity to do so.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Save the Date: May 29, 2026!
Join us for Community Action Marin’s 5th annual signature event, Step Up Marin! on Friday, May 29, 2026. This milestone evening will honor six decades of leadership, service, and community-driven change in Marin County. Since 1966, our shared vision of equity for all has guided our work and inspired our adaptive, responsive efforts to meet the evolving needs of our community. Together, we will celebrate the remarkable achievements of those we serve and bring together a connected community dedicated to expanding opportunities for everyone.
Mark your calendars for Friday, May 26, 2026.
We can’t wait to celebrate 60 years of impact with you!
Learn more: camarin.org/StepUpMarin
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GROWING STRONG
Thank You to Novato Whole Foods!
Community Action Marin recently received a generous donation of more than 20 boxes of brand-new goods from the Whole Foods Market in Novato, and the story behind it speaks to the heart of community.
The store manager shared that she passes our new headquarters every day on her way to work. Nearly twenty years ago, she connected several of her team members with Community Action Marin for support. She still remembers the welcome they received and the warm wraparound approach that helped them through a tough moment.
We’re deeply grateful for this gift and for Whole Foods Market’s continued commitment to our community. Their support strengthens our shared work to eliminate poverty and hunger here in Marin.
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Community Action Marin Joins Statewide Leaders at 2025 CalCAPA Conference
This month, CEO Chandra Alexandre represented Community Action Marin at the California Community Action Partnership Association (CalCAPA) Annual Conference. The gathering brought together all 60 Community Action Agencies from across California, creating a powerful space for learning, connecting, and strengthening collective impact.
This year’s theme, Rooted in Resilience, celebrated the optimism and unwavering dedication that drive Community Action Agencies forward, even in the face of ongoing challenges. We proudly stand alongside leaders from across the state who remain deeply committed to advancing equity and building stronger, more resilient communities for all Californians.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
LAST CALL: Volunteer or Donate a Toy This Holiday Season
We need your help to bring smiles to the children at our Children’s Centers. Community Action Marin is collecting new, unopened toys for kids ages 0–5 up until December 5th.
Volunteers are needed to help wrap these special gifts and make the season extra bright. Every donation and helping hand makes a big difference!
For more information about becoming a volunteer or donating a gift, contact us.
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Thank You for Standing with Us
Every success you’ve read about this month is made possible through your belief in our mission. Whether you volunteer, partner, donate, or spread the word—you are part of an anti-poverty movement building equity, opportunity, and thriving futures in Marin.