Bay Area nonprofit helping students succeed in higher education looks to expand statewide
The nonprofit, which recieved a $42 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, began as the Marin Education Fund in 1981.
Volunteers lead efforts to restore habitats at Oakland's Joaquin Miller Park
A pair of volunteers has spearheaded the effort to restore a part of Oakland's Joaquin Miller Park - a city-owned gem in serious need of some love.
Oakland woman distributes meals to homeless residents every week, alongside volunteers
Volunteers give away meals donated by a local bakery, Love Bite Bakers, plus blankets, hand warmers, hygiene kits and provisions for pets. Her team goes to encampments in a dozen different locations.
Bay Area stroke survivor, husband form nonprofit to help other stroke victims rebuild their lives
A Peninsula husband and wife are playing a critical part in helping people rebuild their lives following strokes.
East Bay woman efforts provides new, filled suitcases for foster children on the move
An East Bay woman has found a way to offer dignity and comfort for some 600 foster children in Contra Costa County.
2025 Icon Award winners year in review
In 2025, we honored 49 people in our first year of the CBS News Bay Area Icon Award for Outstanding Community Service.
Lifelong Oakland friends "Knucklehead Santa, Chaz the Elf" give back to community for holidays
Two Oakland natives began spreading holiday cheer after a whimsical decision 17 years ago drove them to give back to their childhood community.
San Francisco woman's nonprofit feeds unhoused with dignity, gourmet touch
Make a sandwich. Make a difference. It's what a San Francisco woman does all year long to feed the unsheltered in San Francisco neighborhoods.
Bay Area residents lead Camp Kesem to support kids whose parents have cancer
Five million children are impacted by a parent's cancer diagnosis, according to the CDC, and two Bay Area leaders are harnessing the power of community to bring them hope and healing.
Fairfield couple carries on late son's legacy of public service
The Matt Garcia Foundation continued the work of the Fairfield native who declared as a sixth grader that he would one day hold public office.
East Bay couple's foundation provides support to families living with autism
Kerry Rich and Mizpah Brown-Rich are walking alongside families living with autism. The husband and wife remember how heart-wrenching it was when their son, Joshua, was diagnosed years ago at age 2.
96-year-old veteran organizing his 53rd annual San Francisco "toy-raising" holiday event
A San Francisco man is planning his 53rd annual party to generate toy donations for underserved children over the Christmas holidays.
Retired stockbroker teaching Oakland students financial literacy
The retired stockbroker wanted to help break the cycle of poverty among at-risk children. So, she founded Financial Literacy for Kid$ in 2020.
Pair of San Franciscans use surfing to help young people facing trauma
Two San Francisco natives are sharing their love of surfing to empower young people who are facing trauma in their lives.
Bay Area doctor pivots to helping girls, young women reap benefits from organized sports
A Bay Area pediatrician is making sure girls don't get left on the sidelines when it comes to the long-term benefits of playing team sports.