PROJECT HOPE - News from Action Alliance Foundation

November, 2024

Action Alliance Foundation (AAF) provides safe recovery residences for homeless alcoholics and addicts, including those struggling with mental health issues. We teach our residents how to create sober lives leading to futures full of hope and promise.

George Folk Receives Outstanding Founder Award at Orange County's National Philanthropy Day

Congratulations to Action Alliance Foundation's Founder, George Folk, for being named Outstanding Founder at Orange County's National Philanthropy Day on November 14!

19 members of the AAF family were in attendance at the event, including board members, management staff and members of George's family.

Nominated by Action Alliance Foundation, Cooper Fellowship, Woodglen Recovery Junction, Mariposa Women and Family Center and Roque Center, George was selected for his commitment to assisting homeless alcoholics and addicts in their quest for lifelong sobriety.

You may view the video honoring George's work here, and his acceptance speech here.

Congratulations, George, on this honor that is so well deserved. AAF is truly grateful for your passion, vision and commitment.

There is still time to make a gift in George's honor while benefiting the mission of Action Alliance Foundation. Click here to learn more.

More than 500 Guests Celebrate Sobriety at AAF's

Second Annual Octsoberfest

AAF was delighted to welcome more than 500 guests at its second annual Octsoberfest, held on Saturday, October 19 at Kiwanisland Park in Garden Grove. The day featured a BBQ lunch, information and vendor booths, a chili cook-off, live entertainment, testimonials from community members in recovery, children's activities and more!

A special thanks to our Premium and Major Sponsors that supported the event:

Anaheim Lighthouse

CalOptima Health

FitzHauer Construction

Greatrake, McBride & Associates

Rume Health

StayStopped

The Latest Thing

The Purpose of Recovery

To read a detailed recap of Octoberfest - and access the complete photo gallery from the day - please click here.

Save the date for our third annual Octsoberfest

Saturday, October 18, 2025

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.at Kiwanisland Park in Garden Grove

Remembering AAF Resident Steve

Steve struggled with sobriety for much of his adult life. An aspiring professional golfer who worked as a teaching pro, he had the potential to be a touring golf professional, but his addiction got in the way.

Steve worked the AA program in midlife and stayed sober for a few extended periods of time, introducing his sister Christine to AA when she faced her own challenges. Sadly, when his mother was dying, he started drinking again.

In time, Steve ended up on the streets of Orlando, Florida, where he lived for about three years. In fact, he typically lived near the bus stop close to where he grew up, alongside a grocery cart filled with his belongings.

Read Steve's complete story here.

MediCal is Expanding - You or Someone You Know May Now be Eligible!

Starting January 1, 2025, more people will be eligible for MediCal benefits. Services are free and include:

Doctor visits
Prescribed medicines
Vaccines
Mental health care
Substance abuse care
Vision care and eyeglasses
Dental care

To learn more, please click here.

CalOptima is also partnering with Lutheran Social Services, the Orange County Coordinated Entry System and other service providers to help CalOptima members at risk of homelessness secure and maintain permanent housing. To learn more about this program, please call 657-248-5557 or email CalAIMReferrals-OC@lsssc.org.

AAF Receives Grant from Margaret E. Oser Fund for Women

For the second consecutive year, Action Alliance Foundation has received a grant from the Margaret E. Oser Fund for Women. The $20,000 grant will fund a total of 800 recovery residence nights for women who are homeless alcoholics and addicts, including women struggling with mental health issues.

Thank you, Margaret E. Oser Fund for Women, for your continued and generous support!

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