Alameda Education Foundation considers expanded role
Since 1982, the Alameda Education Foundation has offered programs like after-school enrichment classes for elementary school students, middle school sports and classroom supplies for teachers. But with the failure of the Measure E school parcel tax to secure a winning supermajority and Alameda Unified’s subsequent $7.2 million in cuts for next year, the foundation’s leaders [...]
Vote for an idea with Merit
Yesterday we got an e-mail from one Lissa Merit, who was looking to get the word out about a competition being put on by Raley’s supermarkets that she’s hoping to win.
It seems the supermarket chain (they own Nob Hill in the Bridgeside Shopping Center) is celebrating its 75th anniversary by giving away grants to people [...]
Today’s must-read: Lauren Do on AP at Encinal
Local blogger Lauren Do had an interesting post Tuesday about Encinal High School losing funding it had to cover the cost of Advanced Placement exams for the school’s lower income students and on the school’s efforts to recoup the loss.
In a nutshell, the school just learned it isn’t getting the $16,000 or $17,000 in state [...]
Kiwanis Chili Cook-Off is Saturday
The 11th Annual Kiwanis Chili Cook-Off and BBQ Dinner is this Saturday, January 23. Tickets for the event, which is a benefit for local charities, are $50, and free for kids under 7. They’re available online, by calling 764-1472 or at the Bank of Alameda’s Park Street branch.
The event will be held from 5:30 p.m. [...]
Chip a coin, grant a wish
Looking for a quick and easy way to grant some holiday wishes this season? The folks at Alameda Towne Centre have got just the thing for you. They’re raising money for the Alameda Homeless Network to benefit Midway Shelter. And all you have to do is chip some coins into their Frog Fountain at center [...]
Second Walk-a-Mile for Literacy is Setpember 19
Alameda Reads, the Alameda Free Library’s adult literacy program, is hosting its second annual Walk-A-Mile for Literacy from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, September 19. The registration is $10 in advance, $15 on the day of the event, and $5 for kids.
The purpose of the event is to “walk a mile” in the shoes [...]
Girls Inc. fundraiser at Books Inc. tonight
Best-selling author and businesswoman Jane Angelich is in town tonight to promote her new book and raise money for Girls Inc. of the Island City.
At 7:30 p.m. today, she’ll talk about her new book, “What’s a Mother (in-Law) to Do? 5 Essential Steps to Building a Loving Relationship with Your Son’s New Wife.” Admission to [...]
Autobody celebrates Dog Days on Friday
I know, it’s only Monday and you’re probably not thinking about the weekend yet. (Or are you?) But last week when I wrote my big post about upcoming fundraisers, I pulled a bonehead move and forgot to tell you about “Dog Days Deux – Taking the Biscuit,” Autobody Fine Arts’ second annual animal benefit, which [...]
Fundraising fathers make bamboo bike stop
The Rev. Ron Schlak jokes about the fact that he’s on a fundraising bike tour to fight hunger, but he’s been fed so well that he’s actually gaining weight. But his efforts are no laughing matter.
The Charleston, West Virginia-based pastor is part of a trio of Evangelical Lutheran pastors who are cycling cross-country in an [...]
Collaborative, Grocery team up to raise funds
The folks out at the Alameda Point Collaborative have been working overtime to raise funds this year. Their latest efforts include a collaboration with the Alameda Natural Grocery.
Grocery owner Donna Layburn said she was inspired to work with the collaborative after attending its annual Portraits of Success breakfast, which features some of the folks who [...]
Blue Rectangle holds Non-Profit Night tonight
Just got an e-mail from the good folks over at Blue Rectangle, and it sounds like they’ve been hosting a monthly Non-Profit Night. This month’s is at 7 p.m. today at the store, which is at 1355 Park Street.
Here’s how it works: Five or six nonprofits send representatives to the store for the event (signups [...]
