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2022 Impact Report

Affordable and Equitable Housing

Listen to Laurel Hill, our Director of Safety Net Services, speak to Community Action Marin’s advocacy for more affordable housing and the importance of protecting existing affordable housing for those most vulnerable in our county. This audio is part of the “Marin Communications Forum: The Housing Element and Affordable & Equitable Housing” which took place in November, 2022.

Marin Communications Forum – Celebrating Immigrants in Marin

Immigrants are a significant part of Marin County, as a percentage of our population and in contribution to our economy and culture. To ensure a complete and vibrant recovery from the pandemic, we must thoughtfully include immigrants in our policies, practices and decision-making.

Community Voices: John Lam

Community Voices: John Lam
John’s parents were refugees from Vietnam. He grew up in the Canal District in San Rafael and credits Community Action Marin’s Children and Family Services program with providing him and his family opportunities that helped enrich their lives. Today, he is a principal dancer at Boston Ballet.

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.

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.

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.

See more videos of how we’re impacting the community on our Vimeo page.