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It takes a village to ensure every child feels safe and loved. Through our Connection & Community Blog we share stories of hope and resilience, spotlight individuals and organizations making a positive impact, and provide insights to empower our community to effectively support vulnerable children and families.
Together, we’re building a brighter future, one story at a time.
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The Power of One Difference Maker
This Christmas season, as toys and gift cards fill our office during our Difference Maker Holiday Gift Drive, we are reminded that behind every donation is a story; a person who decided to lean in and make a difference in the lives of vulnerable kids and families. Jason Perrone is one of those people. From a young age, he knew he wanted to make a positive impact in the world. Growing up, he had deep admiration for his teachers and always sought to help in any way he could.
The Alliance Team
Dec 53 min read
A Place to Belong
Sam Friesen never imagined the path her life would take — but through faith, community, and a willingness to step in, she discovered how much beauty can come from saying yes when it matters most. As the mother of a daughter with autism, Sam has always carried a deep passion for encouraging and uplifting families who find themselves navigating the unexpected. This led her to a thriving career with Joni & Friends, an incredible organization that has been serving individuals and
The Alliance Team
Nov 213 min read
Fostering Hope
Life rarely unfolds the way we imagine. The dreams we start with often shift, stretch, and take shape in ways we never could have...
The Alliance Team
Oct 103 min read
The Traveling Handyman: A Mission to Serve, One Home at a Time
For most, retirement signals a season of slowing down. For The Traveling Handyman, it was the beginning of something entirely new: a...
The Alliance Team
Aug 283 min read
From Dream to Nonprofit
For years, Jodi and her family dreamt of helping kids who did not have the same opportunities they had. At just 6 years old, one of her...
The Alliance Team
Sep 18, 20232 min read
A Zoo Day For All
Lesley is the current Director of Institutional Advancement & Marketing at the Sacramento Zoo. She has been a long-time animal lover...
The Alliance Team
Aug 15, 20232 min read
Learning Empathy
Erin became a resource (foster) parent about a year and a half ago and when she and her partner were placed with a 16-year-old and her...
The Alliance Team
Jun 30, 20232 min read
The Hurting and The Healing
Humans are built resilient, but that doesn't mean our struggles don't come up in other forms. Dr. Michelle Cook has seen resiliency...
The Alliance Team
May 27, 20233 min read
A Lifeline for Resource Families
Often, resource families can feel alone throughout the journey of parenting youth within the foster system. In the bleak moments, it can...
The Alliance Team
May 6, 20232 min read
Clarity Confidence Courage.
Dr. Heather Penny calls these the 3Cs. She says, "...we are made to live in a posture motivated by peace. Not guilt. Not confusion. Not...
The Alliance Team
Apr 29, 20232 min read
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