| A Wonderful Evening!
On October 24th, supporters of the Fremont Family Resource Center (FRC) gathered at the Downtown Event Center to celebrate the FRC's 25 years of service to the community. The event was a wonderful success with great food, festive décor and entertainment performed by Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers. During the public portion of the event, the FRC and its contributions to the community for the past 25 years were celebrated and highlighted. The FRC 25th Anniversary Celebration raised over $61,000 for the FRC!
We'd like to thank Cargill Salt, Fremont Bank, Kaiser Permanente, Republic Services, and Washington Hospital for their generous sponsorships!
If you were unable to join us for the celebration but would support the FRC, you can make a donation online. | | Give Hope This Holiday Season
Financial burdens from rising costs confront many of our neighbors. Some will have to make tough choices, this holiday season, on how to prioritize their shrinking budget. This is particularly difficult for families with children.
Make life a little brighter for others in our community. Make a gift to Giving Hope. Learn More. | | 2nd Annual Turkey Giveaway & Legislative Resources Drive-Thru
November 22, 2024 12 p.m.- 3p.m. 2700 Fairmont Drive San Leandro, CA 94578
This drive-through only event is open to all Alameda and Santa Clara County residents in need. First come, first served. Supplies limited. Remain in your vehicle. No walk ups. Questions? Call 510-794-3900
Presented by Aisha Wahab Assistant Majority Leader, California State Senator 10th District in partnership with Alameda County Sherriff, Alameda County DSAL Community Kitchen, Alameda County Community Food Bank, and Tri City Volunteers
| | Fremont Fire Department Smoke Alarm Program
Fremont Fire Department offers a Smoke Alarm Program which is administered by a team of dedicated volunteers.
Services Offered:
- Installation and maintenance of free / standard smoke alarms
- Installation of specialized visual smoke alarms for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community members.
- Replacement of batteries (every six months), upon request.
Older adults, low-income households, and those with disabilities are eligible for these services. Learn more about the Smoke Alarm Program. | | Free Green Card and Citizenship Clinic November 18, 2024 - 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fremont Family Resource Center Pars Equality Center 39155 Liberty Street, Suite H-800 Pacific Conference Room
Pars Equality Center in partnership with El Centro Legal, are holding a Free Immigration Clinic for individuals who are ready to apply for citizenship. A rare opportunity to be eligible for your USCIS/Immigration Fees to be paid. No registration required, walk-in participants welcome. Eligible applicants may receive a check payable to USCIS (until fees exhausted) for the $760 USCIS fee.
For more information, call 510-894-3161 or email PARS. Flyer in Spanish Flyer in English | | 2025-2028 Social Service Grant Program Request for Proposals Now Open
The City of Fremont will award approximately $979,000 in Social Service Grant Funds and $100,000 in Opioid Settlement Funds to nonprofit organizations in Fiscal Years 2025-2028 (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2028). The grants are awarded on a three-year funding cycle. Agencies funded through this Request for Proposals (RFP) process will receive funding for FY 2025-2026. These agencies will also receive funding in FY 2026-2027 and FY 2027-2028, pending availability of funds, satisfactory mid-year evaluations, Senior Citizens Commission (SCC) or Human Relations Commission (HRC) recommendations, and City Council approval. RFP materials will be available on the City's Website. | | Family Caregiver Support for Older Adults
The Aging and Family Services Division offers a Family Caregiver Support Program which has specialized classes, support groups, counseling sessions, and educational presentations.
Upcoming events require pre-registration here or email Frishta.
Family Caregiver Educational Film Series: A free viewing of "The Descendants" Friday November 22, 2024 at 11 a.m. 3300 Capitol Ave, Bldg B., Fremont. Learn more.
Family Caregiver Educational Series: "Exploring Care and Support Services" Thursday, December 5, 2024, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. 3300 Capitol Ave, Building B, Fremont, CA Offered by Alzheimer's Association. Learn more. | | Join the FRC's VITA Volunteer Program
For 22 years, the Fremont Family Resource Center's (FRC) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program has positively impacted our community by providing free tax preparation services to income-eligible individuals and families.
The VITA program is currently seeking volunteers for various roles within the program. No prior experience is required! For more information, please email the VITA team. | | | South County Housing Resource Center FRC Millennium Room Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1p.m. - 3 p.m. Center will be closed on Thursday, November 26
Our Homeless Services team hosts drop-in hours every Thursday at the Housing Resource Center at the FRC. This is an opportunity for people seeking housing problem-solving support, shelter assessments, referrals, or housing assessments. If you can't visit the HRC, call 2-1-1 for assistance.
The HRC also offers drop-in services for anyone wishing to receive legal assistance, job/career assistance and general health services through the BACH Mobile Health Van. See the HRC flyer which includes the schedule of drop-in services. | | | The Workforce Training Resource Opportunities for Post-Secondary Education Outside a Four-Year Degree.
The City of Fremont developed the Workforce Training Resource (WTR) as a free tool for the community. The WTR offers a wide range of low-cost/free, short-term, post-secondary training and educational opportunities throughout the Bay Area. The site also includes links to financial aid, resources for entrepreneurs, Bay Area growth industries, salary data, and Labor Market Information. Learn more. | | | Tri-City One-Stop Career Center/EDD 39155 Liberty St. Suite B200, Fremont 510-794-3669 This career center is at the Fremont FRC. See Workshop Calendar. | Ohlone Tri-Cities Career Center at Newark 39399 Cherry St. Room #1211, Newark 510-742-2323 Located on a college campus, they also serve the public. See Workshop Calendar . | | | Food Distribution & Free Meals at the FRC | | | TCV Mobile Food Pantry at the FRC November 20 and December 4 2024 Bring a bag to take home groceries on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. near the FRC Millennium Room, accessible from the parking lot between the two buildings.
Weekly Meals for the Unhoused at the FRC
Sunday Breakfast is provided by the Tzu Chi Foundation on Sundays from 8:00 a.m. -9:00 a.m. between the two buildings.
Soup Talk from CityServe's Compassion Network is on Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. on the patio behind FRC Building ABCD. | | | Apply to CalFresh
It's money to buy groceries. If you're single and qualify for CalFresh benefits, you can receive up to $250 a month to purchase groceries. Larger households can receive more. Applying is easy. Visit GetCalFresh to apply in English, Spanish or Chinese. If you need help applying, stop by the FRC Welcome Center Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | | | SparkPoint Financial Services provides free financial coaching to low-to-middle income residents in English and Spanish. Our Financial Coaches help people:
- manage expenses and reduce debt
- increase credit scores
- save for emergencies
Register for one of the Virtual SparkPoint Information Sessions held on the third Thursday of each month from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Register online or call 510-574-2020. After attending the Info Session, you will be invited to schedule a meeting with a financial coach. | | | Reaching FRC Agencies List shows Days & Hours each Agency is Open
The two FRC buildings are open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Each agency determines their own hours. Some agencies accept walk-ins while others require appointments. When in doubt, call before visiting. Click here for the agency list of hours.
Current Chart is dated Feb 2, 2024 | | Save 50% Off Transit: Clipper START is offering 50% off single-ride bus, BART, rail and ferry transit fares to eligible Bay Area residents ages 19-64. Once approved, riders will receive a Clipper START card that will automatically apply each agency's discount fare on use — just load value, tap and go! If you need application help, visit the FRC Welcome Center Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Learn more. | | Salaam Food Pantry in South Fremont holds monthly food distributions on the fourth Saturday of the month from 10 - 11:30 a.m., with lunch provided from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Salaam Food Pantry is located at the Islamic Center of Fremont at 4039 Irvington Avenue. Their next distribution is on November 16, 2024. Learn more. | California Dream for All Program: The California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) launched another round of funding for the California Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan Program, a down payment assistance program for first-time homebuyers to be used in conjunction with the Dream For All Conventional first mortgage for down payment and/or closing costs. Learn more. | Stay Housed Bay Area is carefully curated with up-to-date, relevant information in both English and Spanish. Stay Housed Bay Area makes it easy for anyone in the Bay Area to find available resources near them. For more information, visit Stay Housed Bay Area. This is a separate program from Stay Housed Fremont. | Affordable Housing in Fremont: In the next few years, more affordable housing is planned for Fremont. Nearly 750 new affordable rental units will become available for low-income households. To learn more, visit the City's Upcoming Units webpage. | Low-income Drivers can Save 50-75% on I-880 Express Lane Tolls: A new pilot program helps low-income travelers use the express lanes on I-880 between Milpitas and Oakland at a discounted rate. Bay Area residents can apply online or by using the paper application from the Fremont FRC. Income guidelines apply, and proof of income is required. Learn more. | Help for Energy Bills: Ava Community Energy (formerly East Bay Community Energy) has an Energy Bill Payment Assistance web page. It is designed to help you better understand what programs are available and the eligibility requirements for each. You can enroll in the program that is right for you. Visit their website to learn more. | | Alameda County Water District Customer Assistance Program: Help on Tap customer assistance program provides qualifying single-family residential accounts a $63.75 credit on their bi-monthly water service charge. Credit will be applied upon approval of your application. Learn more. | Affordable Home Renovations: Renew Alameda County helps homeowners make renovations necessary to stay, grow, and thrive in their homes. Renew AC can make home improvement plans come to life - without breaking the bank. Renew AC provides 1% interest loans from $15,000 to $200,000 to qualified homeowners. Renew AC is for low-income homeowners who live in Alameda County. Learn more. | | | Affordable Housing Resources
Doorway Housing Portable
Guide to Finding Affordable Housing
Sign up for interest lists for affordable housing in Fremont on the City's Affordable Housing webpage. There's an interest list for Adults & Families and one for Seniors. | FRC Welcome Center
Our multi-lingual Resource Specialists help people with information, referrals and benefit applications. Call the Welcome Center at 510-574-2141 or visit Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in Bldg. ABCD, 39155 Liberty Street.
English Monday-Friday Mandarin/Cantonese Monday Dari Tuesday AM Korean Tuesday PM Pashto/Dari Wednesday AM Spanish Wednesday PM Spanish Thursday Punjabi/Hindi/Urdu Friday | | Fremont Human Services
Fremont FRC - 23 agencies 510-574-2000
Youth and Family Services 510-574-2100
City of Fremont Rent Review 510-733-4945
Tri-City Homeless Services 510-574-2222
Tri-City Senior Infoline 510-574-2041
Ride-On Tri-City! 510-574-2053 | Hotlines & HelpLines
Suicide and Crisis Hotline 24/7 Just dial 988
SAVE's Domestic Violence Hotline 24/7 510-794-6055
Narika's Domestic Violence Hotline 24/7 1-800-215-7308
Parenting Stress Helpline 24/7 1-800-829-3777 | | | | Help the City of Fremont turn your thoughts into actions! my.fremont.gov | | | | Subscribe to receive these updates each month. | | | | |
Comments