Building An Equitable Marin Through personal testimonials from Community Action Marin staff, clients, and volunteers, this video explores what is possible when we assist community members in achieving their full potential and work together to create meaningful change.
Community Voices: Kelli’s Story Kelli was homeless. Divorce happened, the market crashed, and she lost everything. As she puts it, Community Action Marin saved her life. Her Case Manager at Community Action Marin was there to help with all of her basic needs, a true example of being in your corner.
Community Voices: Maria’s Story Maria is a mother of three children getting comprehensive services from Head Start to cash assistance and food. Maria’s story is an example of why we do this work. Being there for families when they need us the most.
Community Voices: Alia’s Story Marin resident, Alia Brown, has a personal story about moving out of crisis. The death of her mother started her on a journey that included being homeless. She came to Community Action Marin for help, and together we were able to set a path to recovery.
Helping the Homeless. Hear Fatai Tokolahi, Community Alternative Response & Engagement (CARE) Outreach Specialist, talk about our mobile outreach program and bringing critical services to the unhoused members of our community.Community Action Marin helps 50+ homeless people each month.
Providing Financial Coaching. Listen to Brian Johnson, Volunteer Financial Coach, explain how Community Action Marin can provide the resources people need and help give them control over their finances.Community Action Marin returned $128K to families last year at our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Clinic.
Improving Access to Good Food. Watch Leah Walton, Farm Manager, share information about food insecurity, how it can affect every area of wellness, and ways to improve people’s food choices.Community Action Marin provides 550+ children in Marin with healthy, organic meals daily.