“I wanted to get the perspective of people who are experiencing the barriers that society puts on them, from accessing services to getting a better job. As someone who cares deeply about social systems and poverty, I wanted to really understand and be involved.” Discussions of privilege have permeated the zeitgeist in the past few […]
“In my first few weeks, I learned about one of our cash assistance programs that gave $677 grants to people. One of the testimonials read, ‘I know $677 isn’t a lot to some people but I had an unexpected car expense come up and this assistance prevented me from having to choose between fixing my […]
“I am so satisfied when I hear a parent thank me for listening, for validating their frustrations. Many times, I am the first person who gets the situation they are experiencing with their children.” An advocate, collaborator, and activist, Mark Solomons joined the staff of Community Action Marin in February 2019. With over 25 years […]
There’s no staff member that better represents the heart of Community Action Marin than Laurel Hill. For 30 years, Laurel’s knowledge of the Marin community has helped the agency take on new challenges in response to evolving needs. Laurel started out managing the rental assistance program and then went on to build a program in […]
When times are tough, a bit of kind understanding and a warm voice saying your application has been processed successfully will make it a great day. Chris Miranda, Data Specialist, takes warm professionalism to heart as he helps clients navigate a variety of safety net services, from rent and cash assistance, to utilities bills and […]
From crossroads to her vocation. Living in Atlanta, Kenisha Arlove was at a personal crossroads. Recently divorced, she was essentially starting over, and she wanted a better life for her children. She had no job at the time, except driving occasionally for Uber and Lyft to make ends meet. A friend told her about a […]
“Being surrounded all these years by incredible staff has made me feel like I’m part of something bigger. It’s a family that supports everyone in sickness and in health. They comfort you just like a family does and help you get through very hard life- changing episodes.” – Sarah Philipsheck Operations and Transport Manager […]
Our own Viviana Martinez will present during a meeting sponsored by Marin Child Care Council and Marin County Office of Education for preschool programs planning for re-opening. She will share her experience as a preschool teacher and the strategies she has implemented at our Essential Worker Pop-Up Childcare Program. Doing the work of providing services […]
Each workday morning at 6am, Jose Rodriguez and his team of two are at our Central Kitchen preparing meals for both the bagged lunch distribution and the pop-up childcare site operating at Old Gallinas Children’s Center. This team has gracefully handled all of the changes and challenges coming at them from all directions during the […]
Jen Carter grew up in Marin and at age 26 was diagnosed with bipolar disorder following the birth of her daughter. Living in Hawaii and then Colorado, she found herself at a disadvantage when seeking resources to support her well-being. It wasn’t until she moved back to Marin about three years ago that she found […]