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Staff Establishes Kate Ryan Fund In Honor of Founder Martha Ryan
In a very touching presentation on Aug. 3, HPP’s staff celebrated Founder & Executive Director Martha Ryan in commemoration of the organization’s 20th anniversary by establishing the Kate Ryan Fund, named in honor of one of HPP’s longest and strongest advocates – Martha’s mother. Supporters will have the opportunity to celebrate Martha and HPP’s work … Read more »
Teen Entrepreneurs Spark “Healthier Tomorrows” for HPP
A superstar trio of high school seniors – James Liu, Stephan Rojas, and Logan Tribull – from San Francisco’s University High School have successfully launched a program that distributes personal hygiene kits every two weeks to families in need at HPP. Titled “Healthier Tomorrows”, the project was first inspired by the students’ participation in a … Read more »
In Memory of Zoe Cardoza Clayson
HPP celebrates the remarkable life of founding board member Zoe Cardoza Clayson, who passed away on June 25. A member of HPP’s Board of Directors since the organization’s founding in 1989, with a brief hiatus prior to 2006, Zoe was instrumental in spearheading and developing HPP’s strategic plan and outcomes of success for families. Her … Read more »
Over 200 Attend HPP’s 5th Annual Health Fair
HPP welcomed over 200 attendees and 20 community-based organizations to our educational and interactive 5th annual Health Fair on Aug. 20. From a children’s dental screening clinic to a “health center” complete with blood pressure and blood sugar monitoring, the fair offered an opportunity for many to learn about available health resources, as well … Read more »
Over 10,000 Diapers Donated to HPP from Help A Mother Out
As the saying goes, holy diapers batman! Over 10,000 of this basic baby essential were donated to HPP on June 30 by Help A Mother Out (HAMO), a nonprofit focused on improving the lives of mothers and families in need by coordinating a network of diaper donation drives throughout California. For over a year, HAMO … Read more »
$20,000 Wells Fargo Grant Presented at CHW Graduation
Eight up-and-coming graduates from the Community Health Worker (CHW) Training Program celebrated with family, friends and staff on June 4 to cap off their successful yearlong participation in the program. HPP also welcomed Wells Fargo special guests Vice President, District Manager Eric Young and Store Manager Kelly Saleh, who presented the training program with a … Read more »
Actress Rosario Dawson Visits HPP! Check Out the Video!
Actress Rosario Dawson of Men in Black II and Seven Pounds fame stopped by for a visit to HPP and left, in her words, completely blown away by the experience. Introduced to HPP through the Redford Center’s Art of Activism event, Rosario spent hours chatting with staff and clients
Centering Pregnancy Participants Hold Fundraiser for HPP
Thank you so much to Centering Pregnancy participants Tuula Ala and Linda Lagunas-Atwood, who raised over $300 organizing a baby shower fundraiser for HPP. The two moms-to-be held a raffle during their celebration with 100% of proceeds to go towards our families in need. “If you are poor and lack a support structure, it can … Read more »
HPP Founder Martha Ryan Honored at Redford Center Event
On June 9, HPP Founder & Executive Director Martha Ryan was honored as one of two 2010 “Art of Activism” award recipients given by the Redford Center. Founded by Oscar award-winning actor Robert Redford, the Redford Center focuses on integrating activism, policy,
… Read more »Old Navy Partnership Continues with Community Town Hall
Founder & Executive Director Martha Ryan and New Beginnings Case Manager Carrie Hamilton were invited to speak at Old Navy’s Community Town Hall on May 26th to an audience of over 150 Old Navy design team employees. The speaking engagement continues a year-long partnership with the Old Navy design department, which has adopted HPP to be … Read more »