This year, Gap Inc. expanded the shopping spree beyond Old Navy– Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta were also included creating a bigger and more meaningful experience. For many caregivers, choosing something new for themselves is rare. Watching them take their time, pick up different items, and accept encouragement from volunteers was truly special.
Michael Cihak of Catholic Charities lending a helping hand GLIDE once again came together with longtime partners and neighbors to make sure no one has
“On December 10th, GLIDE families gathered for a holiday moment that felt good the second they arrived. Children from the Janice Mirikitani Family, Youth and Childcare Center showed up bubbling with excitement, laughing, and calling out to friends. Caregivers followed with the same bright energy, smiling as they stepped inside and ready to enjoy a day that celebrated both them and their children.”
This Thanksgiving, our community’s generosity shone brighter than ever. Because of your kindness, we filled our kitchens with abundance—130 turkeys, 70 hams, hundreds of pounds
There is no single right path for recovery from substance use. Rather, recovery exists along a spectrum — from safer use and harm reduction all the way to full abstinence. At GLIDE, we embrace that full continuum, with a goal of reducing harm, saving lives, and supporting people in building healthier futures on their own terms. As GLIDE President and CEO Dr. Gina Fromer puts it, “There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to recovery.”
Contingency management might sound like complex bureaucratic jargon. But the core tenant of the program is simple: reward people for making healthier choices. “Looking to
“Valkyries staff and season-ticket holders kicked off their “Holiday Assist” program by volunteering at GLIDE’s Tuesday breakfast service during our incredibly busy Thanksgiving week. After the breakfast rush, Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis and staff helped us prepare for the holiday by pre-slicing pumpkin pies.”
“Priya David Clemens, the journalist hosting Holiday Jam, opened with a story of covering GLIDE’s Thanksgiving back when she was a “baby reporter.” After she raced around doing the interviews, one of GLIDE’s Meal staff offered her a free meal. “I was hungry and cold,” said Priya, “and on a reporter’s salary you never turn down a free meal!”
“The Sunday preceding Veteran’s Day, Glide Memorial Church held a special Celebration for veterans, and many local leaders turned out to honor them. “No one who defended our country should ever have to fight for a roof over their head! Caring for veterans is the responsibility of everyone,” Mayor Daniel Lurie proclaimed from the pulpit. Veteran homelessness in San Francisco has been decreasing recently– but there were still 587 homeless veterans in San Francisco as of the latest count.”
Across the nation, families who fear their SNAP benefits will disappear on November 1st are scrambling to meet the most basic need of all – hunger. In GLIDE’s zip code alone, 16,663 people will be affected by these changes. This potential SNAP shutdown tears at the very fabric of strong, compassionate communities — and we cannot, will not, let it happen.
