The RISE program works in support of the 4Cs mission to develop and coordinate resources to strengthen families and children. We welcome our community members, free of charge, to the Family Resource Centers at both our Hayward and Oakland offices. In addition, we offer ongoing programs and special events to provide concrete resources for families.
We are grateful to offer the following:
- Food
- Diapers and Wipes
- Gently-used Clothes
- Children’s Books and Toys
- THRIVE Parenting Program
- Brilliant Baby Enrollment (Oakland families)
- Special Events such as seasonal and holiday giveaways
Referrals to:
- VITA (free tax preparation and filing)
- Car Seat Installation checks
- Additional parenting support programs
Looking to help families through our RISE services? We welcome special event volunteers, physical item donations, cash, check, and donations via credit card to help support and grow the program. If you like to donate physical items or become a champion for RISE at 4Cs, please contact our RISE team at [email protected] or (510) 244-1173 to coordinate.
Visits to select clothing and other essential items are by appointment only. Please contact us at [email protected] or (510) 244-1173 to coordinate a visit.
4Cs of Alameda County RISE staff hosts Back-to-School Supply Distributions for community members.
Parents and families are invited to shop for free holiday toys and warm coats for the entire family during the wintertime events.
In partnership with First 5 of Alameda County and supplybank.org, 4Cs of Alameda County distributes diaper kits monthly to families with young children served by 4Cs of Alameda County.
