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Watch Our Video from The James Irvine Foundation
Congratulations to HPP Founder and Executive Director Martha Ryan, who was chosen to be a recipient of the prestigious 2011 James Irvine Foundation Leadership Award.
… Read more »HPP Featured in People Magazine!
People magazine has spotlighted Founder & Executive Director Martha Ryan and HPP in their “Heroes Among Us” feature! Click here to read the article.
Thank You to Buggy Bubbles Detail Shop
Thank you so much to the fantastic Buggy Bubbles Detail Shop for their efforts in coordinating over a dozen strollers, car seats, baby blankets and clothing to be donated to our families in need. Founded by husband and wife duo Jamie and Vahe Mamikunian, the Buggy Bubbles Detail Shop has been making strollers sparkle since … Read more »
Spotlight on Staff Member Elizabeth Rivera
As the first social services agency in San Francisco to hire former clients, HPP recognizes the life-changing value and importance of investing in those we serve. A former Community Health Worker (CHW) in HPP’s job training program, Health Educator Elizabeth Rivera takes a time-out from her bustling Wellness Center duties to share her thoughts: “Since … Read more »
Low Income Tax Clinic Launches Tax Season
Did you know that over a million dollars was refunded to HPP taxpayers last year through our Low Income Tax Clinic (LITC)? Our amazing team is at it again this year, gearing up for an even more impactful 2011 tax season. Since the beginning of January, LITC staff and volunteers have already prepared over 90 … Read more »
World Series Champs San Francisco Giants Celebrate with HPP Families
Over 80 children from HPP families currently in the shelter system had a ball at the San Francisco Giants’ annual holiday party at AT&T Park. Led by HPP childcare staff Jeaneth Palacios and Helen Neeley, children were treated to a magic show, pizza party, and of course some one-on-one time with Santa himself. SF Giants … Read more »
Have You Watched HPP’s 20th Year in Action Yet?
Because of our amazing supporters, HPP breaks the cycle of childhood poverty for over 3,400 families in need every year. As we wrap up our 20th year, here’s a glimpse into HPP’s achievements and life-changing programs and services offered from our wonderful home. We couldn’t have done it without you. … Read more »
HPP Families Featured in the San Francisco Chronicle
HPP has been all over the San Francisco Chronicle this holiday season! Four HPP families have been featured in several articles, spotlighting the many faces of the families we serve. Read about HPP client Tashina Boyer and her courageous tale of resilience. A military veteran, Jason Nash’s story portrays the strength and determination of a … Read more »
Dependency Drug Court Program Celebrates Third Anniversary
Congratulations to HPP’s Dependency Drug Court Program, which celebrated its third anniversary on Nov. 18 with partners and supporters from the San Francisco Superior Court, Human Services Agency, Department of Public Health, City Attorney’s Office, and Hamilton Family Services! Patrick Mahoney, Supervising Judge of the Unified Family Court Division, Commissioner Catherine Lyons, and successful DDC … Read more »
Thanksgiving Dinner Drive a Success!
Because of our amazing community of supporters, more than 470 HPP families in need shared a hearty, warm meal this Thanksgiving. HPP sends a gracious thank you to the multitude of thoughtful individual donors and organizations that helped provide so many families with a proper meal this holiday: The San Francisco Foundation, Lycee Francais La … Read more »