One of the most notable characteristics of people who live and work in the Tri-Valley is the level of community involvement they provide. Committing personal time and resources to improve the quality of life in the region is an exemplary way to show civic pride. The dozens of service organizations and clubs listed on these pages are a testament to this spirit of community commitment. Whether you're looking to participate in one of these organizations or you need the services they offer, you will find a broad range of civic life represented in this listing.
All phone numbers are 925 area code, except where noted.
Alisal-Sequoia-San Ramon Masonic Lodge
462-8424
www.calodges.org/no321
Supports local charitable and community groups.
Assistance League of Amador Valley
461-6401
www.nal.org
Children's literacy programs, services for teen age mothers, and senior outreach program.
Independent Way
417-5200
Work opportunities for people with disabilities.
Child Care Links
417-8733
www.childcarelinks.org
Tri-Valley child-care referrals and community resources.
Keystone Adult Learning Center
484-5330
Opportunities for developmentally- disabled adults to lead meaningful and active lives within the mainstream of the community.
Make a Difference for Pleasanton Coordinating Group
918-0759
Organizes Make a Difference Day.
Pleasanton/Blairgowrie Sister City Organization
462-8490
www.pbsco.org
Sponsors cultural exchanges with Blairgowrie, Scotland and Fergus, Ontario, Canada.
Pleasanton Newcomers
417-5961
A social organization for Pleasanton residents to meet and make new friends and acquaint them with the community.
Pleasanton Lions Club
485-1772
An international community service organization with extensive services for blind and hearing impaired individuals.
Pleasanton Partnerships In Education Foundation
846-5620
www.ppie.org
Programs enhance learning experiences for students of the Pleasanton Unified School District through a partnership of businesses, schools and the community.
Pleasanton Rotary Club
www.pleasantonrotary.org
Club motto is Service Above Self, throughout the community and internationally.
Pleasanton/Tulancingo Sister City Organization
846-2966
Sponsors sister city organization activities with Tulancingo, Mexico.
Rotary Club of Pleasanton North
426-2510
www.pnr-rotary.org
Ruby Hill Giving Thanks Charity Committee
426-0615
Group of volunteers who raise money for worthy causes in the Tri-Valley Area.
Senior Support Program
931-5378
In-home services to keep seniors living independently.
Soroptimist International of Pleasanton/Dublin
803-8758
Supports issues directly affecting women and children locally and globally.
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue
803-7043
www.tvar.org
Works in cooperation with area shelters, humane organizations, the S.P.C.A., and other groups interested in animal rescue; and to work towards establishing a low cost spay/neuter clinic in the Livermore-Pleasanton-Dublin area.
Tri-Valley Community Foundation
734-9965
www.tvcfund.org
Raises and distributes contributions made to health and human services, educational, cultural and recreational programs.
ValleyCare Health Library & Ryan Comer Cancer Resource Center
734-3315
www.valleycare.com/library.html
The only not-for-profit consumer health library in the Tri-Valley area, with easily-understood medical information in a supportive environment.
Valley Community Health Center
462-1755
Agency dedicated to making medical, psychological and support services available to all members of the community.
Volunteer Center of Alameda County
462-3570
www.volunteeronline.org
Refers individuals and groups to non-profit agencies for volunteer opportunities.
American Association of University Women Educational Foundation
462-4951
aauwlpd.homestead.com
Supports aspiring scholars globally, teachers and activists in local communities, and women at critical career stages.
American Indian Center
606-3405
Educational program, part of the Livermore School District, provides educational, and cultural activities for 400 American Indian children in the Livermore Valley public schools.
American Red Cross
294-7800
www.bayarea-redcross.org
Helps the community in times of disaster with services including shelter, food and clothing.
Fraternal Order of Eagles
449-6281
www.foe.com/california/livermore
Serves the community with donations to local and national charities.
Livermore Lions Club
443-7674
Provides eye/ear healthcare referrals, and used eyeglasses and hearing aids for local residents in need.
Rotary Club of Livermore
www.livermore-rotary.org
Business and professional people who support local charitable and community projects.
Shepherd's Gate
443-4283
www.shepherdsgate.org
Services and housing for homeless and battered women and children.
Soroptimist International of Livermore
449-0598
www.soroptimists-of-livermore.bigstep.com
World's largest classified service organization for business professionals.
Taylor Family Foundation
455-5118
www.ttff.org
Enhances the quality of life for children in Northern California suffering from HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases and disabilities.
Tri-Valley YMCA
456-9125
www.ymcaeastbay.org/TriValley/trivalley.html
Builds strong children, families and communities through youth camps, youth sports and father-son, father-daughter programs.
Tri-Valley Haven
449-5845
www.trivalleyhaven.org
Shelter and counseling for women and their children who are victims of domestic violence, rape and other crisis situations.
Twin-Valley Learning Center
447-3455
Individual professional tutoring in elementary through high school subjects for children and adults.
American Cancer Society/Tri-Valley Unit
833-2784
www.cancer.org
Dedicated to helping those who face cancer through research, patient services, early detection, treatment, and education.
Children's Emergency Council
828-5363
Provides food to needy people in Dublin, San Ramon, Pleasanton and Danville six times a year and grocery certificates twice a year.
Dublin Lions Club
484-5964
lions.inreach.com/dublin-host
An international community service organization with extensive services for blind and hearing impaired individuals.
Dublin Partners In Education Foundation
828-2551 x8024
See description under Pleasanton. Programs enhance learning experiences for students of the Dublin Unified School District through a partnership of businesses, schools and the community.
Dublin Rotary Club
828-1315
Supports charitable and community services in the Tri-Valley.
Hope Hospice
829-8770
www.hopehospice.com
Provides compassionate, in-home medical care, regardless of ability to pay, for patients facing the difficult challenges of a life-threatening illness, and support for their families and the bereaved.
Kaleidoscope Activity Center
828-8857
After-school activity center for disabled persons ages 5-22.
Muscular Dystrophy Association East Bay
803-1100
www.mdausa.org
A voluntary health agency aimed at conquering neuromuscular diseases.
Contra Costa Child Care Council
830-0506
www.cocokids.org
Child-care referrals and information for Contra Costa County.
Danny Foundation
833-2669
www.dannyfoundation.org
Dedicated to crib and nursery equipment safety with a mission to eliminate the millions of unsafe cribs that are currently in use or in storage.
Diablo/San Ramon Valley Rotary Foundation
838-9110
acorn.he.net/~rotaryc/Rotary
Provide grants to community groups and and local schools.
Discovery Counseling Center of the San Ramon Valley, Inc.
837-0505
www.discoverycenteronline.com
Non-profit community-based outpatient mental health and state-certified substance abuse and treatment counseling center open to live or work in San Ramon Valley.
Rotary Club of San Ramon
www.smithmerrill.com/rotary
Provides grants and scholarships to support local charitable and educational activities.
San Ramon Valley Education Foundation
820-9181
www.srvef.org
Founded in 1982 as a non-profit tax-exempt corporation that raises private funds to support educational enrichment for San Ramon Valley Unified School District students.
Soroptimist International of San Ramon
355-2442
www.soroptimist-sr.org
Community service group of professional men and women.
Tri-Valley Interfaith Poverty Forum
820-0758
Provides advocacy on important issues related to poverty in the Tri-Valley.
American Lung Association
935-0472
www.lungusa.org/eastbay
Goal is a world of clean air, free of lung disease.
Alameda County Community Food Bank
(510) 834-3663
www.accfb.org
A central clearinghouse for donated food for non-profit organizations that distribute food to people in need in Alameda County.
American Heart Association
(510) 632-9606
Dedicated to providing education and information on fighting heart disease and stroke.
A Safe Place
(510) 986-8600
www.asafeplacedvs.org
Agency offers comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence.
Down Syndrome League of the Greater Bay Area
www.dsleague.org
Twenty-five years of services providing literacy, education, advocacy, support and new-parent outreach to help children reach their full potential.
Easter Seals Bay Area Oakland Rehabilitation Center
(510) 753-8955
bayarea.easter-seals.org
Helps thousands of Bay Area residents with disabilities and special needs through our services, which include health and wellness, after-school programs, a child development center, and early intervention.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society Northern California Chapter
(510) 268-0572
www.nmss.org
The mission of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is to end the devastating effects of MS.
Special Olympics
(510) 553-9833
www.specialolympics.org
Dedicated to empowering individuals with mental retardation to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competition.
March of Dimes
(415) 217-6374
www.marchofdimes.com
Improves the health of babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality.
Community Health Charities
947-5771
www.healthcharitiescal.org
Raises funds through workplace-giving campaigns to support the local California chapters of over 50 national and regional member health charities.
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