The largest regional food bank in Sacramento. This organization has been serving the community…read moresince 1976 and will soon celebrate its 50th anniversary: check out my photos for the QR code and anniversary details! I came here to volunteer, and to my surprise, there were even younger kids participating. I learned that the minimum volunteer age is 10 years old. Some students were volunteering for school service hours, while others came through different companies and organizations. We joined the second shift from 1pm-4pm. The session started shortly after 1pm with a briefing and task assignments from the group leader. All tasks were explained clearly. The leaders checked on us throughout the shift to make sure we were doing okay and to see if anyone had concerns. Halfway through the shift, we had a 15-minute break, and one of the leaders brought ice cream to celebrate a volunteer's birthday and shared it with everyone. I thought it was a meaningful way to celebrate a birthday while helping a good cause. We actually finished around 3:30pm, and our shift completed: - 5,451 lbs of food packed - 474 boxes prepared for the "No Student Goes Hungry" program supporting students from elementary school through college in Sacramento County. Everyone was very friendly and accommodating, and the facility was clean and organized. Restroom: clean, bright, and decent. If you are interested in volunteering, check out their website and register in advance.

Although not fun, there is one huge benefit to moving...being able to sort through a bunch of…read moremisplaced and forgotten stuff. Within all of this stuff, was a bunch of new and lightly used clothing. In the past I have donated clothing to my local Goodwill Express. However, I did some reflection and realized that all of the clothing that I donated was being sold for profit. Going forward, my intention was to donate to an organization that receives the donation(s) and distributes them to underprivileged individuals/families free of charge. Some research led me to the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. Upon calling to verify their hours (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 10am-1pm and Wednesday, 4pm-7pm), I gathered all of the clothing and hit the road on a mission to make a difference. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a Sacramento Food Bank employee who eagerly began to load my clothing donations onto a cart. Since a lot of the clothing consisted of dress pants and dress slacks, he proceeded to inform me about a program called "Job Smart Clothing." Job Smart Clothing is a program within Sacramento Food Bank that provides career appropriate apparel for underprivileged individuals interviewing for employment or currently employed. How cool is that? I'm not a representative for Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. However, I will say that they provide an awesome service to the community, and that a little donation goes a long way (individuals who benefit from their services often leave with 15-20 pieces of clothing per visit). Before you throw away that piece of clothing that you think is out of style or doesn't quite hug your curves the way that they used to, think about donating it to the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services!

Fantastic store. Lots of awesome crafting materials at unbeatable prices and a friendly staff. I…read morelove the ribbon and stamping selections.

I finally made my way out here from Fairfield. And I'll be honest .... I'm sad that I didn't find…read moreany good cotton fabric it's mostly fleece also I was hoping to find lots of notions but that's not the case. But if your medium is more paper crafts this is your place. But for a sewing enthusiast you might want to skip this one.

What a great gem in the heart of Rocklin. Not only are the gifts unique, prices are reasonable and…read morethe CUSTOMER SERVICE is outstanding. All while helping others. This was my first visit but will not be my last.

We go to the Deer Creek pumpkin patch every year (some years more than one)! This year was a…read morelittle disappointing. We went on a Saturday so we could get face painting, fun balloons, petting animals and Snowie King! However......we found out after waiting around that the face painting wasn't coming, the petting animals never showed and Snowie King wasn't open. Big bummer! My little was sad....but we did get a fun balloon! They do have a large variety of pumpkins. All sizes and colors go pick from! And lots of photo ops.

I want to take a minute to both thank and congratulate, Dave Gaines. Dave and the staff of SASSNA…read moreare doing some fantastic work with our youth (and their parents). This organization provides social services and supplies necessary outreach to both educate and advocate in the defense of our youth. Being non-profit, they work on your pre-agreed upon donations. Basically, what you can afford. My daughter tells me the whole staff from social workers to clerical are professional, helpful people. Since their time here, I can see huge changes within our entire family. Thanks to SASSNA, my grandchildren will have a better life growing up with this disability than I did. Thank you, again! 01/25

My family and I have consulted with Dave regarding school based and early intervention services. He…read morehas always had factual, supporting and helpful information to assist in advocating for our child's best interests. I would and do refer Dave to anyone who needs help.

My mom and I love thrifting and try to go once a week together. I used to go the SPCA thrift down…read morein Sacramento when it was still open, and so I was pleasantly surprised I only just now found out there was one up in Roseville! It's not as big as the other one was which was disappointing, but oh well. It's a small thrift store that had a lot of various pieces here. A small book section, clothes, a few pieces of furniture, etc etc. The best part is that the sales go towards the SPCA, so you can feel good about helping animals while finding something for cheap. They even had a back room with some pet furniture too! Prices were pretty cheap too! There were some things that were being charged more than what they're worth, but that's always the case at a second hand store. The majority was a great deal which is what matters the most. Staff was friendly and made up entirely of volunteers. They were happy to talk to us whenever we had questions about an item, but otherwise were pretty hands off in terms of letting us shop, which I appreciated. It's not the best thrift store I've ever been to, but it's far from the worst too. Check them out if you've got time, it's easy to get in and out of quickly too.

I like to support businesses dedicated to helping animals but had a very unpleasant experience…read moretrying to donate items here. I used to take all my best donations to the Sacramento SPCA thrift shop, which unfortunately closed several years ago and was thrilled to find out there is one in Roseville. I made a trip out there to check it out and see what kind of items they sell, then spent weeks putting things aside that I thought would sell well based on what I saw, including pet supplies and some vintage/antique items, and drove some distance from my home to drop them off. Two women came out to the donation drop off spot and were very unfriendly. No hello or greeting. One said in a nasty tone "What kind of things do you have?" I was put off by their manner. "I have some pet items" I said. On my reconnaissance trip I'd noticed they had, appropriately, a pet section with harnesses, clothing, crates, etc, just like the Sacramento store used to have, so I'd brought along some nearly new, clean and washed harnesses that my dogs had outgrown. They didn't even look at my items, and one of them said, "We have too many pet items this week." They were very dismissive and abrupt. They could see I didn't have huge piles of junky stuff in my car, it was a couple boxes and some bags, but they were so rude and instead of feeling good about bringing nice things to donate, I felt terrible. I also had no intention of making the long drive again on the off chance that they might take the pet things some other week. I had these boxes sitting around the house for ages and wanted it all gone that day. Nor did these women me feel like standing around while they went through my boxes and cherry picked this and that. Had they been nice and said hello, and explained with something like "Sorry, we have limited space and can only take certain things" - or just been moderately polite I might have felt differently, but as it was, I said never mind and they immediately turned and stomped back into the back of the store, rude to the end. When I would take things to Sacramento's SPCA thrift shop I always went in and shopped after dropping off my donations and would have done that here - so these volunteers lost the Placer SPCA donations as well as potential sales. Hope the store does well despite these two. The shop is clean and well organized inside. Mostly clothing but other items as well. It would be nice if they can get a better location and more space.

Excellent guidance. Their assistance improved the quality of our lives.read more

I had high hopes, having heard so many people talk about this place. As such I was expecting to be…read moredisappointed as usual. I was not disappointed in the least. First the place is quiet, clean, and every one I met was super nice. Second they don't make you feel like some other not for profits, you know like they are doing you a favor so you better be happy with what ever you get... No, not here. I actuality genuinely felt like these wanted to help people. A great feeling. The resources here are impressive. I couldn't believe that they cost little to no money out of pocket. Of course the over draw back with anything of this type is the amount of people in need and the a ability to support that need. So for some services, very few I have to add, there is a waiting list. Lighthouse is a great great place. A place that has filled me with hope and ambition.

Volunteering is a two-way street; this organization provides meaningful life experiences which not…read moreonly help improve the lives of others but transforms ours along the way. Hands4Hope bridges the gap between communities. If you are looking for a learning opportunity for you or your child(ren) to give back to the community, the benefits of this organization are truly immeasurable.

From the owner: Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference is a youth-led education and community engagement…read moreorganization dedicated to inspiring and empowering youth in leadership and service. We nurture youth into socially responsible and civic-minded residents. With Youth Centers in El Dorado Hills and Placerville, Hands4Hope facilitates 14 on-campus service learning clubs at middle and high schools from Folsom to Placerville; offers 10 youth led after school committees that organize and implement service learning projects for those struggling most in our community; and facilitates numerous community outreach opportunities that provide direct service to those in need. Youth choose their own level of participation, experiencing diverse leadership opportunities as their involvement grows. Additionally, adults participate in the organization as outreach leaders, mentors, alumni, and board members.

We can not say enough about how great Sarah, Anna, and Audrey have been through the start of our…read morejourney with the Family Adoption Network. What originally lead us to them is their beliefs and values towards birth mom's. Now beginning the home study/matching process has shown that their systems to upload documents, communication, and kindness make them the absolute best all around place for birth mom's and adopting families to begin the life long journey of adoption with.

At the beginning of my adoption journey, I was introduced to The Family Network, and from our very…read morefirst call, I felt we were the perfect fit. Their team was exceptionally thoughtful and well-informed, making me feel like I was their only client even though they assisted many. I remember calling Katie and her team almost every week. Along the way, I also met my social worker, Tiffany Welter, whose calming presence put me at ease. The adoption agency I worked with--familiar with The Family Network--presented me with several matches in a short span. After a long match fell through, I received a life-changing phone call in May 2020 and was finally paired with my daughter. During the post-placement meetings with Tiffany, I relied on The Family Network even more; she was crucial in answering my questions and moving the process along. As someone who was new to the adoption process, I deeply appreciated their willingness to take me on as a client and smooth out every step, while also showing genuine interest in me as a person and a mom-to-be. Even five years later, we still keep in touch, exchanging holiday cards and emails.

Amazing customer service! A must to hold your business…read moremeeting. Great value and comfortable meeting room. Brenna needs a raise!!!

This is the most active chamber I've seen and extremely welcoming in the many outlets they have;…read morepolitics, event coordinating, membership councils and community awareness. I've been a member of many chambers and none are as rewarding as the Roseville Chamber! Join a few events and see for yourself!