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July 30-Aug 1: Middle School Leadership Camp (for elected leaders)
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August & September: On-Campus Hands4Hope Club Applications Due
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September 8-13: Endless Summer Beach Party Online Silent Auction
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September 13: Endless Summer Beach Party
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October & November: Warm & Fuzzy Drive
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December: Winter Boutique
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February 15, 2026: Empty Bowls Dinner
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February 27, 2026: Nashville Songwriters Live Benefit Concert
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August 5: School Supply Distribution Event
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August 9: GVCC Common Ground Breakfast & Essentials Distribution
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August 11: Twin Lakes Food Bank Food Distribution
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August 20: Mercy Creekview Manor Senior Dinner & Entertainment
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August 22: Sister Nora's Place Dinner
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August 23: GVCC Common Ground Breakfast & Essentials Distribution
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August 23: Upper Room Dining Hall Dinner
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September 20: Folsom Community Service Day
Ongoing:
Donations and Drop-Off Dates:
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August 19: Mercy Creekview dinner/dessert donations due
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August 20: Gift Cards to be used for Sister Nora's Dinner prep due
New opportunities may be added throughout the month, so be sure to check the calendar often!
| | When you see Tania Thomas in action, you see a confident community leader, a competent organizer, and someone who is willing to take on any challenge. It's hard to believe she once was a bored and lonely seventh grader, who transformed when she became hooked on the joy she found by giving back through her on-campus Hands4Hope Club. Now, whether she's managing major events like Kids Zone or overcoming her fears to speak to an audience of 500 at Empty Bowls Dinner, Tania embodies what it means to step out of her personal comfort zone and feel empowered. Now a senior at Vista del Lago and serving on the Youth Board Executive Committee, her journey is an inspiring reminder of how service can spark purpose among youth. Read her full story and see why we're so proud to spotlight Tania this month! | | |
Thanks to generous community support, the 12th Annual Hands4Hope School Supply Drive was a success, and Hands4Hope youth participants have been hard at work getting ready for the School Supply Distribution event this Tuesday, August 5! Youth have planned every aspect of the event, from layout to registration, vendors to volunteer management.
They are planning to welcome 700 students in TK-12th grade to "shop" the supplies at the event, getting a new backpack and filling it with what they need for free, unburdening their families and allowing them to put limited resources toward other needs.
You can be part of the magic on Tuesday! More youth participants (7th grade and up) as well as adults are needed to volunteer at the distribution event, especially in the 1 to 3 pm shift. Join us for a memorable way to end summer vacation!
| | The numbers are in, and Kids Zone 2025 was a "sparktacular" success! The Kids Zone Committee, made up of 12 middle and high school youth, planned all aspects of the event, coordinated with El Dorado Hills Town Center and vendors, and ultimately welcomed 559 wristband-wearing kids to enjoy the numerous bounce houses and activities. Together with concession sales and sponsorships, this made Kids Zone 2025 the most financially successful one ever. Read on to learn more about the event and see a video presentation made by youth! | | From a shy freshman unsure about stepping into a leadership role to a confident AmeriCorps member tackling sustainability and public service, Jena Brasil’s journey is a powerful example of growth through Hands4Hope. As a high school student, she held multiple leadership roles—and now, she’s building a meaningful career grounded in making a difference. Jena credits Hands4Hope with shaping her path and preparing her for her future goals in government and nonprofit work. Read on to find out more about how Jena found her voice, and how she uses it in her life today. | | Take a look back at a powerful year of youth-led service in our newly published Annual Report! Covering June 2024 through May 2025, this report highlights the milestones, partnerships, and stories that made this program year one to remember. From youth-led drives to inspiring leadership in action, see how Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference continues to work toward creating a community of civic minded and socially responsible citizens. Download the report (PDF) and see the impact that your support made possible. | | |
The Hands4Hope Essentials Committee hosts monthly essential item distributions to provide food, clothing, and toiletries to those in need, runs resource closets at middle and high schools, assists with pop-up shops for homecoming and prom, and facilitates collection drives within the community for food, toiletries, clothing and shoes.
Youth in 7th-12th grades are invited to participate in this year-long after-school committee. Meet new friends from a wide variety of backgrounds while working together on this common cause, and making a difference for those most in need. Adult mentors are needed too!
| | For over 40 years, Designing Dreams has been transforming homes...and through their ongoing support of Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference, they’re helping transform lives, too. Owner Randy Mintz has gone above and beyond, from launching the popular Nashville Songwriters Live benefit concerts to serving on the Hands4Hope Folsom Steering Committee. His passion for empowering youth leaders and giving back shines through in his Hands4Hope partnership. Discover why Randy and Designing Dreams continue to invest in the next generation, and how their support is helping Hands4Hope programs grow and thrive. | | |
Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference
is a youth-driven non-profit charitable 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to inspire and empower youth in leadership and service.
Our vision is to develop a community of civic-minded and socially responsible citizens for generations to come.
THANK YOU FOR BEING A PART OF OUR COMMUNITY!
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