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Gratitude and GLIDE Make for a very Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving was back indoors at GLIDE and our Daily Free Meals Program delivered the goods by anticipating the full rush of hungry diners and serving 2,400 + meals, along with […]
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A Harvest Dinner “On the Go”
No amount of rainy weather can stop GLIDE when it comes to feeding our community a week before Thanksgiving. GLIDE’s Family Resource Center (FRC) hosted it’s annual (and eagerly anticipated) […]
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A Perfect Pairing: GLIDE Partners with Farming Hope for the Harvest Dinner
GLIDE’s eagerly awaited Harvest Dinner, held the week before Thanksgiving for the families GLIDE serves in San Francisco, traditionally heralds the start of the holiday season for the GLIDE […]
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Now More Than Ever – GLIDE is Pride
Pride month is an extraordinary time, and the related festivities this June mark the first time in two years that we can all come together to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. For decades, GLIDE has stood up for, sat in for, marched in the streets for – and opened its arms and doors widely – for the LGBTQ+ community. I am honored to be part of an organization with such a remarkable legacy of LGBTQ+ commitment and advocacy.
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Our Work Continues: The High Court and Roe v. Wade
Today, the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade, eliminating the constitutional right to abortion and a woman’s liberty to make personal decisions about her health and body. This ruling is a devastating blow to the progress of women and their families within our democracy.
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Celebrating Warren Buffett and Power of One Charity Auction
I am thrilled to share the news of the record-breaking winning bid of $19,000,100 in the Power of One Charity Auction Lunch with Warren Buffett.
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Telling Our Mothers’ Stories
As GLIDE honors our mothers – alive and in spirit – we reflect on the essential roles they play as the first leaders in our lives, the first mentors, and the first caretakers. We celebrate our mothers for their accomplishments, contributions and humanity, but, as much as we’ve sought and made changes to laws, to systems and to our lives, progress for mothers and women remains frail.
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For the People: GLIDE presents a special Ramadan recipe
In honor of Ramadan coming to an end, Humera Shaikh, GLIDE Communications Associate and her sister Fayeeza share a Ramadan recipe with us.
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GLIDE Voices Honors Ramadan: Featuring Humera Shaikh
GLIDE Voices is honoring Ramadan; we asked Humera Shaikh, Communications Associate, what does Ramadan mean to you?
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Glide Foundation Welcomes New Board Members
GLIDE Foundation (GLIDE), a nationally recognized center for social justice, is pleased to announce the recent appointments of Tracy Layney, Allison L. Magee, Mark Ryle, and Virginia Walker to its Board of Directors. The four new members will help GLIDE in the implementation of its bold, large-scale strategic plan to deliver solutions to complex problems addressing both the symptoms and root causes of poverty and homelessness and to help more people off the streets, stabilize their lives, and thrive for good.
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GLIDE Voices Honors Passover: Featuring Rabbi Michael Lezak
GLIDE Voices is honoring Passover; we asked Rabbi Michael Lezak, what does Passover mean to you?
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Meet Marilyn Kincaid, GLIDE’s Archivist
As GLIDE continues its celebration of Women’s History Month, we reflect on the achievements and contributions women have made to the GLIDE community and to the racial and social justice […]
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Volunteer Spotlight: Andy Shapiro
This week, GLIDE is honoring National Volunteer Week by celebrating our amazing volunteers! We are kicking the week off with a spotlight on Andy Shapiro, who has been volunteering at GLIDE for over two years.
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Closing Out Women’s History With A Celebratory Refrain
Dear Friends, At a time when stereotypes and violence against women pervade, not ironically, we move out of Women’s History Month and into Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Below is a […]
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Street homeless to housed: Nikki’s story
After losing her job due to cutbacks, and then being evicted from her apartment, Nikki found herself living on the streets of San Francisco. People experience homelessness for various reasons […]
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More Good News About GLIDE To Share
Dear Friends, I am excited to share some good news about GLIDE for the coming year! While we’ve been innovating and adapting during COVID-19, we’ve also been making headway on our plans to deepen and expand GLIDE’s impact and provide sustainable solutions to the growing challenges facing San Francisco. Here are a few highlights of what’s coming up in 2022:
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GLIDE Voices Honors Black History Month: Featuring Senecca Vaughn
GLIDE Voices is honoring Black History Month; we asked Senecca Vaughn, Women’s Center Peer Advocate, what does Black History Month mean for you?
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GLIDE Voices Honors Black History Month: Featuring Erby Foster
GLIDE Voices is honoring Black History Month. We asked Erby Foster, Chief Financial and Operating Officer, what does Black History Month mean for you?
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GLIDE Voices Honors Black History Month: Featuring Renesha Westerfield
GLIDE Voices is honoring Black History Month; we asked Renesha Westerfield, Project Manager and Executive Assistant, what does Black History Month mean for you?
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A Space to Draw: Self-discovery through art forms
Every Tuesday and Thursday morning, Toby Simon sets up her tent and art supplies on the Tenderloin Hub, providing a class to the community that is aptly named, “A Space to Draw.” At surface level, the art class explores different forms of drawing and technique, allowing students to build upon their skills. But for many of the participants, A Space to Draw dually provides a space for healing, self-discovery, and reflection.
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Zero Waste: Addressing Food Insecurity and Sustainability Together
The city of San Francisco generates about half a million tons of material in landfill each year, a number that has grown significantly over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. At GLIDE, the waste didn’t go unnoticed. Members of GLIDE’s Family Resource Center (FRC) and Daily Free Meals Program observed how much plastic was being used to supply food to the community. “Everything was wrapped in plastic, including vegetables,” says Joselyn Barrera, Daily Meals Program Manager. “We wanted to take a different approach to address food insecurity and sustainability at the same time.” That’s why, this past summer, the two programs formed a partnership to introduce a Zero Waste Food Pantry, providing nourishing food in reusable and compostable containers.
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GLIDE Voices: Lanie Igtanloc on Filipino American History Month
GLIDE Voices is highlighting Filipino American History Month. We asked Lanie Igtanloc, Director of Family Youth and Childcare Center, what GLIDE value resonates with you this month and why? “One […]
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“What We’ve Learned” Series Features GLIDE’s Karen Hanrahan and Miguel Bustos
GLIDE President and CEO Karen Hanrahan and Center for Social Justice Senior Director Miguel Bustos participated in the “What We’ve Learned” public lecture series at Manny’s Community Space located in […]
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GLIDE Voices: Julia M. Williams on Breast Cancer Awareness and Domestic Violence Awareness Month
For the past four years, a small group of dedicated volunteers have met inside GLIDE’s kitchen facility at approximately 8:30 am on Fridays where they braid, egg wash, and cook up to 80 one-foot-long loaves of Challah bread and hand-deliver them to the GLIDE staff.
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A Celebration of Life: In Loving Memory of Janice Mirikitani
Please join us in honoring the life and legacy of artist, activist, teacher and GLIDE Co-Founder Janice Mirikitani.
Read More >>In Loving Memory: Janice Mirikitani
Early Thursday morning, July 29, 202, our beloved Co-Founder Janice Mirikitani passed away with family and friends by her side. Our hearts are full with both grief and the tremendous love that she embodied. Janice brought fierce courage and spirit to everything she did. She spoke her truth and inspired others to accept and celebrate themselves, each other, and all our differences.
Read More >>GLIDE In the News: Holidays 2022 Media Coverage
As we emerge from an ongoing pandemic and continue to deal with rising inflation, GLIDE fights on, helping those in need, innovating services, and expanding our reach and impact to meet […]
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GLIDE In the News: Thanksgiving 2021 Media Coverage
Throughout the past 18+ months of uncertainty brought on by the pandemic, GLIDE has been on the frontlines, helping those in need, innovating services, and expanding our reach and impact to […]
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GLIDE’s Challah Brigade: Showing Loving And Kindness One Loaf At A Time
For the past four years, a small group of dedicated volunteers have met inside GLIDE’s kitchen facility at approximately 8:30 am on Fridays where they braid, egg wash, and cook up to 80 one-foot-long loaves of Challah bread and hand-deliver them to the GLIDE staff.
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It’s Pride Month and GLIDE is Pride
Dear Friends, June is always a special time at GLIDE. It’s Pride Month, and GLIDE is Pride. For decades, we have been leading with love and driving progress in the […]
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Celebrating Juneteenth Moves Our Nation Forward
Dear GLIDE Community, Celebration is a cornerstone of our values at GLIDE. Seeing our national leaders align to make Juneteenth a federal holiday is a joyful moment. This historic step […]
Read More >>GLIDE Hosts Block Party for Men in the Tenderloin
GLIDE’s Violence Intervention Programs (VIP), Community Safety Team, and Daily Free Meals Program joined forces for Men Matter, a wellness and self-care event for men in the GLIDE community. The day-long […]
Read More >>The Burden of the Collective Heart
Dear Friends, I am writing to you today, feeling acutely the burden of the collective heart. Across this country, there is an increase in alarming reports of antisemitic hate crimes, […]
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Celebrating the Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Community
Dear Friends, Throughout May we celebrate and honor the rich culture, contributions, diversity, and resilience of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. It is a special month at […]
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GLIDE Voices: Meilani Meleisea on Asian American & Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander Month
During May, GLIDE Voices is highlighting Asian American and Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator Meilani Meleisea, “what GLIDE values resonate with you this month and why?
Read More >>GLIDE Voices: Sunil Prasad on Asian American & Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander Month
We asked Annual Giving Manager Sunil Prasad, “What GLIDE values resonate with you the most this month and why?”
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GLIDE Voices: Lillian Mark on Asian American & Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander Month
We asked Deputy Director of Programs Lillian Mark, “What GLIDE values resonate with you the most this month and why?”
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GLIDE Voices: Tina Huang on Asian American & Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander Month
We asked Client Advocate Tina Huang “What GLIDE values resonate with you the most this month and why?”
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