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Kristina’s Story

For nearly nine years, Kristina had been homeless and battling Multiple Sclerosis. With the assistance of our subsidized housing and support services, she was able to move into her own apartment which allowed her to stabilize her life.

Annual Gala Breaks Records!

Ruby Boots - There’s No Place Like Home raised $437,000 to support our mission! Co-hosted by Dave Clark, KTVU Channel 2 and William Goodwin, Hope Solutions Board Member and REP Housing Consultant, the evening included silent & live auctions and lots of fun.

2023 Community Hero Award Winner Sara Marsh

This award recognizes Sara’s 15+ year commitment to the most vulnerable families in Contra Costa County and honors her leadership. Click below to watch a video honoring her work.

Deanne Pearn Named Woman of the Year

Deanne was selected by Assemblymember Bauer-Kahan for the Assembly District 16 Award. See a conversation between the two leaders. Check out the video!

Volunteer Spotlight: Nancy Luna-Walker

Nancy Luna-Walker has volunteered at Hope Solutions’ Lakeside Apartments for almost a decade. On top of her weekly homework club volunteering, each summer Nancy creates weeklong art camps.

Susan’s Safe Landing

With the safety and security of a permanent home and the support of the Hope Solutions team, Susan was able to find a sense of normalcy and return to her favorite hobbies.

Annual Gift Drive “Spirit of Giving” Breaks Records!

Nearly 750 people – the most we have ever served - received gifts that represent community, support, love, and hope. Thank you!

Lafayette Social features Hope Solutions

The monthly magazine highlights longtime commitment from our Board Member, Stephanie Bontemps.

Cat’s Story

Knowing where she and her son would sleep each night gave Cat the stability that created space to grow and begin healing from the early traumas that precipitated her homelessness.

Program Highlight: Project HomeSAFE

Hear from Director, Tanya Ford-Goins about Project HomeSAFE. The new program offers rapid re-housing services, including housing search, placement, and subsidy assistance coupled with critical support services to keep families from becoming unhoused.

November is Housing Awareness Month

Learn more through the Contra Costa Council on Homelessness Toolkit and Video.

Another Successful Camp Hope

Camps for the kids at Los Medanos Village, Lakeside, and Garden Park Apartments, included cooking, art, career discovery, drama, and reading.   