As the holiday season approaches, we’re gearing up to support local children experiencing foster care and homelessness through our Gift A Thrive Bag Event — and we’re determined to make this our biggest and brightest year yet! When it comes to caring for our most vulnerable children, no one rallies together like this incredible community. ❤️
This season, there are many meaningful ways for you, your family, friends, or business to make a difference. Every Thrive Bag, gift, or donation is a heartfelt reminder to a child that they are seen, valued, and cared for — especially during a time of year that can be challenging for many.
🎄 Ways to Get Involved:
✨ Option 1: Individuals & Families
Request a gift tag for a child (including age and gender). We’ll send you a gift tag with the child’s sizes, and you can create a personalized Thrive Bag filled with holiday cheer.
✨ Option 2: Businesses & Corporate Partners
We’ll provide a decorated tree with gift tags — or a detailed list — including each child’s age, sizes, and clothing needs. It’s a wonderful way to bring your team together and spread joy in the community.
✨ Option 3: Individuals & Businesses (Easy Option!)
Prefer something simple? You can make a direct donation to Set To Thrive, and we’ll fill Thrive Bags on your behalf. 100% of your contribution goes toward bringing comfort and joy to local children.
Attached Flyer - Holiday Gift A Thrive Bag Flyer
To sign up or request more information, please reach out to Set To Thrive Executive Director, Alex Gawel, at alex.gawel@settothrive.org.
Since 2020, Set To Thrive has partnered with social services and school districts in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties to support children experiencing foster care and homelessness. There are more than 5,500 children experiencing homelessness and 2,400 children in foster care in our area. Thanks to your generosity, since our launch in 2021, we’ve supported over 4,300 children.
📽 Watch the KRON 4 video attached to see our work in action, hear from partner organizations, and learn more about why we do it.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Together, we can make this holiday season truly magical for children who need it most.
Warmly,
Lisa Henderson
Set To Thrive President/CEO
