What Mota didn't know during that serendipitous encounter was that the girl she was posing with is fighting the fight of her life.
The lunches were distributed to homeless assistance organizations in the East Bay.
Get outside this Friday with free entry into parks.
Daughters of the British Empire hosted a fashion show luncheon.
Discovery Day will be held Saturday. Last year, 30,000 people attended.
The Council's Annual Philanthropy Awards program recognizes East Bay residents for their contributions that make our communities better.
The annual “Hit for Hospice” tournament was held on September 12-14.
The event will be held on October 9 at 2300 First Street, Suite 250 in Livermore.
ValleyCare Charitable Foundation's Wine Release Event on Saturday, October 11, 2014, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, at the Rubino Estates Winery
The fundraiser was held on Aug. 24.
Know a senior citizen who could use some help around the house? Nominate them so volunteers can pay them a visit for Community Service Day!
Western Barbeque and Dance Fundraiser for Local Animals
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
Delaney Newton has had several blood transfusions while she has endured her cancer treatments the past several months. Her family wants to help give back to the others battling illness.
The offer runs from Dec. 23 through Dec. 29.
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Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Tori Knuppe has created a movement called 'WARP'D' aimed at giving a new perspective on what women see in themselves, in the mirror and in their hearts.
The organization that gives out one of the nation's top prizes is seeking nominations for its Citizens Honors award, given to ordinary folks who do extraordinary things in a moment of crisis. Do you know someone?
From your best holiday recipes and gift ideas, to special traditions you cherish with family and opportunities to give back, we want it all!
We asked. Patch fans answered.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Some shoppers can’t wait to fight the crowds on Friday so they get full of turkey and head to the mall on Thursday night.
Read what Patch bloggers are saying nationwide.
Local fifth graders made new friends as they competed in the 'Academic Olympics 5' this week.
Check out what Patch bloggers around the Bay have to say this week.
Just tap on the box to read the Q and A with Kristina Goff, the captain of the cheer squad at Livermore High School.
Barons Jeweler of Dublin contributed over $4,000 to the donation.
We know being a mom or dad is one of the most important jobs in the world. And really, is there anything closer to your heart than family?