Community Resource Drives
The YWCA Berkeley/Oakland hosts community resource drives throughout the year, providing community members across the East Bay access to essential needs.
As the cost of living increases, it is vital to host these drives to ensure immediate access to food, clothing, menstrual products, skincare, holiday toys, and more are provided.
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Persimmon Food Pantry
Our Persimmon Food Pantry provides free, nutritious groceries to individuals and families in need across Berkeley and Oakland. More than just food, it offers dignity, care, and a welcoming space for community members to find support during challenging times.
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Holiday & Toy Festival
Our community celebration brings together families for a joyful day. More than just fun activities, this event offers a welcoming space where neighbors can connect, children can play, and everyone can feel supported during the season.
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Current Resources Available
We offer a variety of basic needs resources, referrals, and limited immediate support based on availability. We are also expanding these services through our YW Basic Needs Program to provide more sustainable access to essential items and resources for our community.
In response to elevated community needs, we are expanding our YW Basic Needs Program to help community members access the essentials they need to live a life with dignity and respect.