?SHAMROCK SHAKE?
THE RONALD McDONALD HOUSES OF THE BAY AREA WILL BENEFIT WHEN YOU PURCHASE A “SHAMROCK SHAKE” AT McDONALD’S BETWEEN NOW AND APRIL 1ST. IT’S GREEN, IT’S MINTY, IT’S THE MILKSHAKE
THAT MATTERS.
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Episcopal Charities Healthcare or Education Action Network
Passionate about Healthcare or Education? You can break the cycle of poverty that threatens tens of thousands of Bay Area families. Join Episcopal Charities Healthcare or Education Action Network to address the root causes of poverty in the five-county San Francisco Bay Area. For more info, visit episcopalcharities.org or call 415-869-7810.
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Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children
Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children have offices in 7 Bay Area Counties…they advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children.
www.casaforchildren.org
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Support the USO
Your financial support of the USO helps them deliver hundreds of items, like DVDs, video games, cold drinks and more, to our troops overseas.
www.uso.org
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California Courts Closed One Day Per Month (3rd Wednesday)
The state’s fiscal crisis continues to have an impact on public services, this time on courthouses. Because of budget reductions, all California courts will be closed on the third Wednesday of each month. More information on www.courtinfo.ca.gov.
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Pollution
Bay Area pollution prevention groups and clean water agencies remind you to NOT wash or flush prescription drugs down the drain…dozens of locations will take them, free of charge, and dispose of them safely. www.baywise.org
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California Teratogen Information Service
If you're pregnant and you choose not to smoke, drink or do drugs, your baby will be healthier. And if you stop smoking, drinking or doing drugs at any time during your pregnancy, you will improve your chances of having a healthy baby. For more information about making healthy choices for you and your baby during pregnancy, call the non-profit CTIS at 1-800-532-3749 or visit www.ctispregnancy.org
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Tax Time
It’s tax time. Is your tax preparer legal? If you’re not sure, the California Tax Education Council can help. Go to CTEC.ORG.
Do your research. Protect yourself against fraud.
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Eating Disorders Resource Center
Twice each month, Eating Disorders Resource Center (EDRC) hosts the only free and local support group specifically designed for family members and friends of individuals suffering from anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and other eating disorders. The groups meet the second and fourth Saturday of each month from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at El Camino Hospital, 2500 Grant Road, Mountain View, CA 94040. EDRC also offers monthly support groups for patients struggling with an eating disorder. Meetings are the first Wednesday and third Sunday of each month at PlaneTree Health Library. www.edrcsv.org
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ALZHEIMER'S
American Health Assistance Foundation
www.ahaf.org
800-437-2423
BUCKLE UP
OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY AND CHP
HIV
Minority AIDS initiative Santa Clara County
408-971-0852
ADDICTION
Narconon Arrowhead
800-468-6933
www.stopaddiction.com
JEWISH JOINT DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE
www.jdc.org
ESGR
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve
www.esgr.mil
HEART DISEASE - PEGGY FLEMING
American Heart Assoc. Start Initiative
www.startwalkingnow.org
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
US Dept Energy
www.loseyourexcuse.gov
FIRST 5 READING
www.first5kids.org/bay
IRS
Earned Income Tax Credit
www.irs.gov/eitc
FOUNDATION FIGHTING BLINDNESS
Age-related Macular Degeneration
AMD Alliance
800-734-2005
SMOKING
Volunteer - Hitachi Foundation
UNITED WAY
www.liveunited.org
KESSLER FOUNDATION
www.kesslerfoundation.org
AUTISM
www.autismspeaks.org
DIABETES
National Diabetes Education Program
www.yourdiabetesinfo.org
888-693-NDEP
CYBER CRIME
National Crime Prevention Council
www.ncpc.org
PEACE CORPS
www.peacecorps.gov
800-424-8580
INFLUENZA
www.preventchildhoodinfluenza.org
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Don't flush your money down your old toilet!
Replace it with a High Efficiency Toilet and save money on your water bill, PLUS receive a rebate of up to $150! For more information, call your local water provider today!
For more information about BAWSCA and other water conservation programs, go to www.bawsca.org.
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San Francisco Day Labor Program
The San Francisco Day Labor Program is a non-profit that specializes in connecting homeowners, renters, event planners, and businesses with an extra pair of hands for all their manual labor needs. We can send one or many workers for temporary jobs (as brief as three hours) or can fill permanent positions. We are flexible, affordable, and convenient. Call up to an hour prior to reserve reliable workers for moving, hauling, gardening, clean-up, set-up, painting, security, and more. Our Women's Collective, or La Colectiva, specializes in cleaning, childcare, and eldercare. As we are a non-profit dedicated to worker empowerment; all of the money that you are paying goes directly to the workers themselves. With prior notice, workers are available 7 days/week, at all hours, with a $50 3-hour minimum and $15 for each additional hour. We can be reached at (415) 252-5375 or 5376 during our business hours: 7am-1pm, Mon-Fri, and 7am-12noon on Sat. Call today to let us lighten your workload!
http://techforpeople.net/~lrcl/
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Haiti Relief
Find ways to help Haiti here.
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"Measure A"
Find out how the voter-approved 2004 sales tax is saving lives in the “Measure A” report. Learn how your dollars have helped expand health care services for low income and uninsured Alameda county residents. To get your free report, click here; call (510) 667-7994; or email linda.truong@acgov.org:
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Childhood Obesity
Youth Service America is offering schools and community youth centers grant money to develop programs to fight childhood obesity.
www.YSA.org
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Stress Study
If you’ve had non-metastatic cancer in the past 10 years, you may be eligible for a study at the institute of transpersonal psychology to reduce stress and increase well-being. For more information, please visit www.itp.edu/cancer.
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Stop Smoking
The 21st annual “Take a New Year’s Resolution to Stop Smoking” kicks off December 19th and runs through February 7th.
www.tobaccofreeca.com www.ppsing.org
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Exploratorium
When the Exploratorium opened in the Palace of Fine Arts 40 years ago, it introduced a radically new way for people to see their world -- through a combination of science, art and human perception. That way of seeing, tinkering and exploring has since spread to museums around the globe. But San Francisco's Exploratorium remains a one-of-a-kind. Come celebrate our 40th year of seeing things differently. Visit Exploratorium.edu for details.
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Been skunked already this year?
WildCare Solutions can help.
Skunks release their powerful scent when frightened, attacked or mating. They mate between January and March each year. Left to themselves, they will depart soon.
You do not need trappers to remove skunks; under California law, if they are trapped, they must be killed.
To discourage skunks, eliminate attractants: all food sources (bird feeders, pet dishes, uncovered garbage, fallen fruit) and all open vents and accessible crawl spaces.
Skunks help us by eating small rodents, grubs, snails and other pests that live in our gardens and lawns.
If you have a more serious problem with skunks or other wildlife moving in too close, contact WildCare Solutions for a free telephone consultation – 415.453.1000, ext.23 – or visit wildcarebayarea.org/solutions.
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Mortgage Help
Having trouble making your mortgage payments and worried about losing your home? For local, no-cost help from a HUD-approved housing counseling agency, call non-profit ClearPoint Credit Counseling Solutions at 800-750-2227.
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PFLAG
PFLAG, Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians and Gays, offers ongoing support groups in San Francisco.
www.pflagsf.org
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Wilderness Volunteers
Big City Mountaineers, a program devoted to providing wilderness experiences to urban teens, is seeking volunteer climbers for its big fundraising event, "Summit for Someone.” Registration is ongoing. www.summitforsomeone.org
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Adult Literacy
Bay Area Literacy Network offers FREE adult literacy programs throughout the 9 Bay Area counties in 23 public libraries, matching volunteer tutors with adults who struggle with reading and writing. www.libraryliteracy.org
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Using Meth?
Is methamphetamine ruining your work, financial security, and home life? Addiction affects you, and the ones you love…if you want your life back you may be eligible to participate in a research study designed to test an investigational medication for the treatment of methamphetamine dependence. Call 415-333-QUIT to learn more. Participants in this study will be compensated for their time and will receive free weekly substance abuse counseling.
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Using Meth?
Is methamphetamine ruining your work, financial security, and home life? Addiction affects you, and the ones you love…if you want your life back you may be eligible to participate in a research study designed to test an investigational medication for the treatment of methamphetamine dependence. Call 415-333-QUIT to learn more. Participants in this study will be compensated for their time and will receive free weekly substance abuse counseling.
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Physicians Needed
Samaritan House is asking primary care physicians to consider volunteering a few hours a month at one of its free clinics in Redwood City and San Mateo. Help is needed to care for the growing number of uninsured patients. If you are a primary care physician who can volunteer, call 650-341-4081 or go online at samaritanhouse.com.
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PSAs Heard on the Air
BAY AREA HUNGER
www.bayareahunger.org
STAYCATION - HOST FAMILY
888-743-8721
www.pieusa.org
RED CROSS
800-give-life
COMMONWEALTH CLUB
www.commonwealthclub.org
VIDEO GAMES
Entertainment Software Rating Board
www.esrb.org
ALZHEIMER'S
AFA 50 50555
Alzheimer's Foundation of America
www.alzfdn.org
COMPASSION HOLIDAY
NationalCompassionHoliday.com
SAFE WATER
American Water Works Association
www.awwa.org
WOOD SMOKE
Bay Area Air Quality Management District
www.baaqmd.gov
MACULAR DEGENERATION
800-734-2005
TONY STEWART FOUNDATION
TONYSTEWARTFOUNDATION.ORG
WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT
woundedwarriorproject.org
"EXQUISITE CORPSE" - Read
read.gov
CAR SEATS
safercar.gov
ADOPT
adoptuskids.org
STROKE
strokesnojoke.org
EMERGENCY
ready.gov
HEART DISEASE
womeningovernment.org
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Opportunity Junction
Get the skills you need for the job you want! Opportunity Junction offers free computer training and paid work experience in Antioch for Contra Costa residents. (925) 776-1133
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New Eyes for the Needy
Wondering what to do with your old eyeglasses, unused jewelry, giftware and hearing aids? Think New Eyes for the Needy, a nonprofit founded in 1932 that provides glasses to poor children and adults around the world. Send your tax deductible donations... neweyesfortheneedy.org
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Be A Mentor
Be A Mentor and Family Emergency Shelter Coalition announces a strategic partnership to mentor at-risk youth in the greater Hayward area…volunteers are needed!
www.beamentor.org/FESCO
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San Francisco Conservation Corps
For over 26 years, the San Francisco Conservation Corps has given thousands of young adults an opportunity to succeed, by improving our communities and greening our city. The Corps can’t do it alone. Visit SFCC.org to help.
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Human Outreach Agency
The Human Outreach Agency in Hayward helps homeless men regain employment, housing, and hope…they need your donations of used cell phones and ink jet cartridges that will be recycled or refurbished.
www.hoaca.org 510-582-1172
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Gamblers Anonymous
Many thousands of people throughout the world who have created problems due to excessive gambling found the strength to quit by joining Gamblers Anonymous. If you know of someone who has a gambling problem, or someone who has been affected by someone with a gambling problem, please have them contact Gamblers Anonymous at 1-888-GA-HELPS. The Gamblers Anonymous Web site is: www.gamblersanonymous.org which contains a listing of meetings world wide and other useful information.
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Contra Costa Animal Services
Contra Costa Animal Services, 4800 Imhoff Drive, Martinez, CA 94553. 925-335-8300, Ccasd.org
We have incredibly gorgeous cats, kittens dogs and rabbits available for adoption. Many of them are purebred dogs – German Shepherds, Australian Shepherds, Dachshunds, Chiahuahuas, Labs, Jack Russell Terriers, Siberian Huskies, Cocker Spaniels and many other purebreds and purebred mixes. Cats -Russian Blues, Siamese, Maine Coons, Gorgeous Calicos, long-haired short-haired and every color coat and age imaginable! All of these animals were either Strays or Owner Surrenders many due to economic reasons. These are fantastic animals that will enrich your life and bring you so much joy, comfort, happiness and love.. Every cat, dog or rabbit you adopt is like adopting two as it opens up a spot for another animal to be saved. We really need your support ! Many healthy, adoptable potential pets are being euthanized due to space. Please support your local Shelter.
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Community Boards
Do you have a conflict with your neighbor, landlord or co-worker? You don’t have to live with the stress. San Francisco’s oldest non-profit mediation experts can help you resolve your neighborhood or workplace problems. More information is available at CommunityBoards.org or (415) 920-3820.
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Donations needed
Hospice of the East Bay thrift stores need your donations of gently used clothing, collectibles, furniture, house wares, and jewelry.
925-887-5678, www.hospiceeastbay.org
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Donate Clothes
St. Anthony Foundation’s Free Clothing Program in San Francisco could use your donations, especially men's clothing.
www.stanthonysf.org
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Spare the Air
Wood smoke is a major source of air pollution and contributes to asthma and lung disease. Always check before you burn. Go to SpareTheAir.org or call 1-877-4-NO-BURN.
Brought to you by your Bay Area Air District.
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The Exploratorium
For 40 years, you've helped the Exploratorium change the way the world learns. Now, come celebrate with us. Details on anniversary events at exploratorium.edu.
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DMV Renewal
The California Department of Motor Vehicles reminds you that you can renew your vehicle registration online. It’s easy!
www.dmv.ca.gov
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Depression
Millions of Americans suffer from depression . . . a serious illness that affects how you feel, what you think, and how you act. Depression can leave you feeling helpless and hopeless. If you get help, there is hope. Visit HealthyMinds.org to learn more.
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Quit Smoking
As of December 3rd of this year, the City of Fremont no longer allows smoking in outdoor dining areas…The California Smokers’ Helpline can help you quit smoking.
1-800-NO-BUTTS
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Cars 4 Causes
You can help fund education and clean up the environment by donating your old vehicle to Cars 4 Causes, the charity that gives to charity.
www.cars4causes.net 1-800-766-CARE
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Fight Against Hunger and Poverty
36 million Americans do not know where their next meal is coming from - or even if there will be one. That's more than one in ten households in the US. But you can help. Join the fight against hunger and poverty at Why Hunger. www.whyhunger.org
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US Heroes
With the holiday season once again upon us, it‘s time that we not only remember America’s heroes - servicemen and women in uniform - but that we honor and thank them in some small way for all they do. You can help the wounded and fallen - and their families. Go to FreedomIsNotFree.com to find out how.
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Hike To Fight Homelessness
“Come Hike With Us” and help end homelessness in our communities!
SHELTER, Inc of Contra Costa County has partnered with Conquer The Canyon® with a team fundraising adventure called HIKE FOR SHELTER-Conquer The Canyon®
50 Hiker participants will hike the Grand Canyon in May 2010 as a celebration of their fundraising success to raise a critical $200,000 for families with children facing homelessness.
SHELTER, Inc.’s mission is to prevent homelessness, promote self-sufficiency and provide affordable housing for at risk families with children and individuals.
To join the team or make a donation: www.shelterincofccc.org/hike.htm or call 925-957-7572.
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Volunteer at the Park
The National Parks Conservation Association works to protect our national parks…you can help them with their mission through awareness and volunteerism.
www.NCPA.org
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Flu Information
Dial 2-1-1 to get information about Bay Area flu-shot locations, times and eligibility. Information about seasonal flu shots, as well as the H1N1/ “swine flu” vaccine is available. Residents who can’t dial 2-1-1 can call 800-273-6222 to reach the 2-1-1 call center in their area. TTY: 415-808-4440 or 7-1-1.
www.211BayArea.org
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Out & Equal Workplace Advocates
Out & Equal Workplace Advocates educates and empowers organizations, human resource professionals, and individual employees through programs that result in equal policies, opportunities, practices, and benefits in the workplace.
www.outandequal.org
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Adopt a Cat or Dog
The Berkeley-East Bay Humane Society has dogs and cats for adoption. They also have a weekly low-cost spay/neuter clinic.
www.berkeleyhumane.org
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Santa Clara County Library
Santa Clara County Library has reading programs for kids, teens and adults.
1-800-286-1991, www-lib.co.santa-clara.ca.us
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American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee
The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee is a nonprofit International Humanitarian Aid Organization celebrating its 95th anniversary serving people in more than 70 countries.
www.jdc.org
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Conquer Kids? Cancer
How much is your hair worth to you? Is it worth a child’s life? St. Baldrick’s needs heroes to shave the way to Conquer Kids’ Cancer. To sign up and help fund life-saving research, visit StBaldricks.org or call (888) 899-BALD.
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Pacific Intercultural Exchange
Make a student's wish come true this holiday season! What better way to give your family the gift of an international experience than to host a foreign exchange student. During this upcoming year, share your American values with a student from a foreign country by hosting or volunteering with Pacific Intercultural Exchange. Students arrive in January to attend local high schools. 1-888-PIE-USA-1
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Diabetes
1-800-DIABETES
www.stopdiabetes.com
Peace Corps
www.peacecorps.gov/game
Mortgage Housing Counselor
Nat'l Foundation for Credit Counseling
866-687-6322
www.mortgagehelpnow.org
Adult Vaccines
Nat'l Center for Infectious Diseases
www.adultvaccination.org
CARE
800-521-CARE
www.care.org
Selective Service System
www.sss.gov
US Forest Service
www.discovertheforest.org
High School Dropout
www.boostup.org
Nutrition
www.mypyramid.gov
ALS
American Academy of Neurology
www.aan.com
United Way
www.liveunited.org
Hunger
www.feedingamerica.org/1in8
4-H
www.4-h.org
Meningitis
www.nmaus.org
Rotary
www.rotary.org
March of Dimes
www.marchofdimesbaby.org
Dept of Treasury
www.treasuryhunt.gov
Nat'l Crime Prevention Council
www.ncpc.org
Nutrition
www.smallstep.gov
Safe Online Shopping
www.onguardonline.gov
Bank Fraud
www.helpwithmybank.gov
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
www.communityofveterans.org
Lupus
800-994-9662
www.couldihavelupus.gov
Foundation for a Better Life
www.values.com
Go to College
www.college.gov
Autism
www.autismspeaks.org
Childhood Asthma
1-866-NO-ATTACKS
www.noattacks.org
Financial Literacy
www.feedthepig.org
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HIP Housing
If you live in San Mateo and would like to lower your housing costs, HIP Housing can get you connected with Homesharing.
650-348-6660
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