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Recent News

Darren DeMonsi Named Director of Fund Development in Bay Area

Posted February 2, 2021

Darren DeMonsi has been promoted to Director of Fund Development for the Bay Area region of Uplift Family Services. In the expansion of his current role, he will lead all fund development activities for the region.

Lionhearted – Race & Vaccination

Posted January 29, 2021

December is traditionally a time to reflect on the past and look to the future. But in this most unusual December, Lionhearted will instead take look at some COVID-related issues in the present.

‘Tis the Season for Giving (And Did You Ever!)

Posted January 27, 2021

Thanks to the the generosity of our supporters, our holiday giving drive raised more than $150,000 to support children and families recovering from difficult and traumatic circumstances.

Trinity Lutheran’s Legacy of Changing Lives

Posted January 25, 2021

We are filled with gratitude upon receiving a $156,000 grant from Trinity Lutheran Church in Walnut Creek to support our Hollygrove programs!

Uplift Family Services and Partners Help Nearly 200 Families in LA This Thanksgiving

Posted December 21, 2020

Today’s post is written by Alison Raitt, the Director of Fund Development for the Los Angeles Region with Uplift Family Services. In her role she manages current fundraising programs in the region, as well as implementing new strategies to increase…
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Lionhearted – COVID in the Moment

Posted December 17, 2020