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Food Pantry

Canal Alliance’s Food Pantry is open every Tuesday, providing fresh produce, proteins, grains, and packaged foods to hundreds of families from the Canal neighborhood and greater Marin. Because nobody in our community should go hungry, or have to choose between making rent, paying the bills, and feeding their family.
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Canal Alliance and the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank: A Partnership for Change 

On September 28th, CEO Omar Carrera took the stage at “One Big Table,” the SF-Marin Food Bank’s annual gala. As Canal Alliance’s leader, Carrera hared his unique perspective on fighting […]

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Food and Love Are the Same Thing

Laura Jimenez-Diecks, Supervisor of Community Programs on Canal Alliance’s Social Services (SS) team, has an eclectic job. Some days you might find Laura bagging chicken or veggies at Canal Alliance’s […]

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Celebrating Barbara Rowe, Longtime Volunteer and Community Advocate

In the heart of Marin County resides a remarkable volunteer whose commitment to service has brightened the lives of many. Meet Barbara Rowe, a cherished longtime volunteer at Canal Alliance, […]

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Volunteer Carol Njus: ‘Whatever it takes’

Carol immersed herself in the study of Spanish, honing her skills in conversation and reading. She then put her language skills to work, helping Spanish-speaking residents of the Canal neighborhood make critical connections with employers, schools, and government institutions.
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Volunteer spotlight – Nancy Curran

For over 20 years, Nancy Curran has demonstrated her dedication to Marin’s immigrant community by serving as the Canal Alliance Citizenship Class instructor. Through her volunteer service, she has helped, hundreds (if not thousands) of clients become U.S. citizens!
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Volunteer spotlight – Pellie Anderson

Pellie Anderson began volunteering with UP! (University Prep) in 2018. Since then, Pellie has provided students with homework support, study skills, and organizational skills for two hours every week.
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Stories from the Front Lines ( Regina Vindel)

Regina Vindel, Canal Alliance Workforce Development Career Navigator, spoke to us about her experiences and conversations while communicating with clients during the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.
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Stories from the Front Lines ( Laura-Jimenez-diecks)

Laura Jiménez-Diecks, Canal Alliance Case Manager, shares a client story that highlights the severe impact of the COVID-19 situation for immigrant families in Marin along with her own journey while working during Shelter in Place.
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October 19

Community Meeting on ICE in Marin

October 19, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Join us to learn about Marin County’s proposed NonCollaboration (Sanctuary) Ordinance. Marin County is considering a proposed Non-Collaboration (Sanctuary) Ordinance

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October 6

Shape the Future of Housing

October 6, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Your Voice Matters! Join the Housing Conversation! Come share your experiences and ideas about housing stability, affordability and belonging as

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