For over 15 years, WeHOPE has partnered with Second Harvest Food Bank of Silicon Valley to address food insecurity in San Mateo County. What began as Kids N.O.W (Nutrition on the Weekend), providing healthy snacks to school-aged children on Thursdays, has evolved into the comprehensive Family Harvest program that operates every Tuesday, offering essential nutritious items including dairy, protein and produce.

EAST PALO ALTO, Calif. - We Help Other People Excel (WeHOPE) is pleased to announce its annual fundraising event, Seeds of Hope - Cultivating the Seed, presented by Stanford Health Care. This inspiring gathering will take place on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Foster City. It will spotlight the organization's substantial growth and expanded impact over the past year.

Carlos first came to WeHOPE marred with trauma and grief, and caught in the throes of the immigration system. His apartment building had caught fire, leaving him in a coma and without any personal belongings. The fire forced Carlos to miss his immigration hearing, upending his application for permanent residency and igniting his hard-fought journey to citizenship and employment.

Suzanne Heikal, WeHOPE's development coordinator, helps connect the heart of WeHOPE's mission with the community that supports us. From managing fundraising campaigns to building donor relationships, Suzanne's work ensures that hope isn't just an idea—it's something we actively build together.

Mark your calendars for a special evening dedicated to celebrating YOU - the incredible donors and volunteers who make WeHOPE's mission possible. On Thursday, August 21st, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, we invite you to join us at the beautiful Bloomhouse in East Palo Alto for our Changemakers Appreciation Celebration.

Behind every number is a story of transformation. Our case managers worked tirelessly with individuals and families, creating personalized pathways to stability. Meanwhile, our Dignity on Wheels team traveled throughout the region, providing essential services with compassion and respect.

Get to know Andrea Taber, one of our incredible employees at WeHOPE at Coast House in Half Moon Bay. A dedicated Housing Navigator and Community Liaison, Andrea has been making a meaningful impact in our community for over three years. Her creativity, innovative approach to finding housing solutions, and passion for community collaboration have been invaluable to the Coast House and the individuals we serve.

We've Reached 100,000 Laundry Loads Served! On Monday, July 14, 2025, we celebrated a remarkable milestone at WeHOPE: our Dignity on Wheels program has officially completed 100,000 laundry loads for our unhoused neighbors. Since launching in 2015, this initiative has grown from a simple idea into a transformative service bringing essential hygiene directly to those who need it most.

We are proud to announce that our very own Natalie Walker, Director of Development at WeHOPE, has been named a 2025 Woman of Influence by Silicon Valley Business Journal. This prestigious recognition celebrates women leaders who are making significant impacts in their fields and communities.

WeHOPE recently hosted a graduation ceremony honoring seven clients who successfully completed our comprehensive training programs. The celebration included a special ceremony and reception, recognizing the meaningful connections formed and the remarkable journeys of our graduates.

Tony Stefanac’s life was once a tapestry woven with purpose, pride, and promise. In the early 2000s, he led a private security company in Vietnam, thriving in a role that gave him both professional fulfillment and a deep sense of stability. But as life so often does, it threw a wrench into Tony's plans. His family, once his greatest source of joy, began to unravel.

Charisse King found herself at the Monarch without a home and in constant pain from her right leg. Her paperwork for housing wasn't complete, and her medical situation needed immediate attention. Through it all, Charisse kept moving forward, working with case managers and seeking medical help.

WeHOPE at Berryessa Safe Parking Program continues to demonstrate remarkable success in providing essential services to our community members experiencing vehicular homelessness. Operating at full capacity with approximately 130 participants, the site has become a beacon of hope and stability for participants.

At WeHOPE at Coast House in Half Moon Bay, Alessandro Segurado-Haacke brings a unique blend of cultural awareness and dedication to his role as a Bilingual Case Manager and Housing Navigator.

Our intimate fundraiser brought together passionate community leaders committed to making homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring.

In the heart of Silicon Valley, where success stories often revolve around tech startups and innovative breakthroughs, David Dunlap's journey stands out as a powerful testament to human resilience and the transformative power of hope.

WeHOPE is honored to serve our newest Supportive Parking Program located on Berryessa Street in San Jose. This initiative extends our commitment to providing innovative solutions for individuals experiencing vehicular homelessness.

WeHOPE hosted an exclusive red carpet screening of "No Address," a compelling film that explores the realities of homelessness in our communities. The movie ignited meaningful discussions about homelessness awareness and action.

In Milpitas, California, a story of hope and reunion unfolded this January. After more than a decade of living on the streets, a senior resident known as Mr. JM boarded a flight to the Philippines, marking the end of his homelessness and the beginning of a new chapter with his sister, whom he hadn't seen since 1987.

WeHOPE has announced a private screening of "No Address" at Cinemark Century Mountain View 16 on Thursday, February 27, 2025. This compelling feature film explores the unexpected circumstances that can lead to homelessness and the resilience of those who experience it.