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.

Took my daughter to ReCreate because she loves doing crafts. We heard they have a crafting studio…read moreso we went there with that intent. Inside is a plethora of crafting supplies. It's like a thrift store for crafts. Most items are used and in good condition. We saw all kinds of yarn, wood, stamps, sewing supplies, and even birthday and Christmas items. Everything has is in it's own section but does take some time to look around, if you want something specific. As for the crafting area, it cost about $8 for 1 hour of crafting. They had tons of recycled items available for crafting. It did take us a bit to look around and decide on something to create. But once we did, we found lots of things to use. They did have glue guns to use but I didn't see paints, or sharp things for cutting. They also offer birthday parties in their crafting area. ReCreate is a crafters dream but an organizers fever dream. It can be a little hard to look but it's best to just take your time and enjoy the walk around.

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.

My daughter & I took some nice items to this shop, specifically to help animals. 2 women came to…read morethe car, immediately pawing through the boxes. One held up a nearly new hamster crate, dropping it, saying "this kind of thing will not sell, we don't want it", the other did the same with a bag of harnesses & leashes". They said they are unpaid volunteers. They made us feel like 2 cents. My daughter said we'd take our items to a thrift shop who would appreciate them. They turned and headed back inside. Being a volunteer is not a license for rudeness. We drove 20 miles specifically to donate to SPCA. We took everything to Goodwill & this employee said "thank you"

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!