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At LifeMoves, we are fortunate to be surrounded by extraordinary individuals whose generosity shapes our community. Christine Taylor is one such person. Originally from Zimbabwe, Christine has called San Mateo County home for over 30 years—and for much of that time, she has been making a profound impact. Her journey with LifeMoves began in 2009,…

When Freddy and his daughter, Valentina, arrived in the United States, they carried nothing more than resilience and a dream for a better life. Valentina entered her junior year of high school, facing the challenges of a new language and unfamiliar environment. Freddy, meanwhile, was suddenly unemployed— overwhelmed by the daunting path of starting over…

We’re thrilled to share exciting progress on two new LifeMoves Homekey communities that are helping families and individuals leave homelessness behind. LifeMoves and the County of Santa Clara have been awarded state Homekey funding to build and operate Homekey Santa Clara—a new interim housing community for families experiencing homelessness. The site will feature 30 units…

With the passage of H.R. 1—formerly the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”—we face a sobering shift. While there are some relative bright spots, including a universal tax deduction for charitable giving, the OBBBA falls far short of meeting the growing needs of the public benefit sector to fill gaps unmet by government and the private…

At LifeMoves, we believe in meeting people where they are—the streets, next to a freeway exit, at their vehicle, a public transit stop. Over the past year, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and BART Millbrae Station have seen a significant rise in individuals experiencing homelessness, with weekly counts nearly doubling. This increase reflects a broader…

This year, LifeMoves hosted our largest Summer Adventure Camp yet—welcoming 115 campers into a season filled with learning, laughter, and growth. Our incredible team made it all possible: 13 Children’s Services Coordinators, 9 Program Leads, 6 Lead Volunteer Counselors, 10 Nutrition Coordinators, and more than 75 high school volunteer counselors guided and supported campers every…

By Anat Leonard-Wookey, LifeMoves Vice President of Programs and Services When you’re sleeping on the streets or crashing on a friend’s couch, every day is about survival. Where will I sleep tonight? Are my belongings safe? How do I stay warm or dry? In that constant scramble, it’s almost impossible to focus on health, work,…

The vibrant new mural at the County of San Mateo Navigation Center, created by artist Heather Hardison in collaboration with clients, serves as a powerful symbol of hope, inclusion, and stability. Featuring interwoven hands in bold, warm colors, the artwork visually represents connection and support. Words such as “stability,” “peace of mind,” “safety and comfort,”…

Born and raised in the Bay Area, LifeMoves Impact Circle donor Caroline recently retired and has been busy volunteering, traveling, and reconnecting with friends. While wildlife conservation has long been her passion, the growing unhoused population made her consider organizations addressing homelessness. Caroline was first introduced to LifeMoves in 2016 during Stanford’s “Beyond the Farm”…