At Friedman’s we believe in people helping people. We support the community that’s supported us for the past 75 years. Through a legacy of volunteerism and philanthropy, we pitch in to help out.
Committed to Lifting People Up Since our founding in 1946, it’s been a privilege to make a difference in the communities we serve. We’re proud to partner with organizations that help people overcome challenges and thrive. When there’s a need, we always find a way. Whether that’s through volunteering our time or providing financial assistance, we band together for the greater good. Together, we’re making an impact that’s meaningful for everyone.
Community Partners
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- For 50 years, Volunteer Center of Sonoma County has been connecting volunteers with nonprofits.
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- Each holiday season Sonoma County Secret Santa collects and distributes gifts to over 16,000 individuals with the support of volunteers, heart gift and letter adopters, and business sponsors.
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- Social Advocates for Youth provides support, opportunities and hope to children, youth and families. They are dedicated to creating and supporting a caring community where all children, youth and families grow, thrive and succeed.
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- The Children’s Museum’s inspires children’s creativity and stimulates their curiosity to discover the world through playful exploration of the arts and sciences.
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- The Redwood Empire Food Bank (REFB) is the largest hunger-relief organization serving north coastal California, from Sonoma County to the Oregon border.
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- Plowshares provides free hot meals and other services to the hungry and homeless in Ukiah, California.
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- Adventist Health Ukiah Valley transforms the health experience of their communities by improving health, enhancing interactions, and making care more accessible.
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- North Coast Opportunities, Inc. (NCO) was established in 1968 as part of President Johnson’s War on Poverty, and assists low-income and disadvantaged people to become self-reliant. NCO serves Lake and Mendocino Counties, and parts of Humboldt, Sonoma, Del Norte, and Solano Counties.
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- The Sonoma Valley Education Foundation enriches the student experience by partnering with the Sonoma Valley Unified School District as the primary fundraising and volunteer resource for innovative programs.
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- Vintage House provides a community for Sonoma County’s boomers and seniors to learn, grow, have fun and make new friends.
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- Teen Services Sonoma engages and supports teens and young adults with work-readiness skills and experiences that empower them to succeed.
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- The Vintage Festival, a nonprofit, 501(c)(3), serves as a celebration of the grape bounty, community spirit and rich community history of Sonoma County.
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- The Petaluma Educational Foundation creates community partnerships to fulfill children’s dreams. Their Grant and Scholarship programs enhance and enrich the academic experience of more than 13,000 students in Petaluma’s 38 public, charter, and not-for-profit private schools.
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- Committee on the Shelterless (COTS) offers case management, income development, counseling, and housing searches. Their services are designed to give people a chance at finding and keeping housing.
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- Petaluma People Services Center has five core service areas, Senior Services, Homeless Prevention, Employment & Training, Counseling and Petaluma Bounty.
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- Mentor Me is a nonprofit that helps at-risk youth achieve their best in school and in life by providing them with one-on-one, long-term adult mentors and advocacy.
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- Rebuilding Together Petaluma mobilizes volunteers to improve the homes and lives of their neighbors because they believe that everyone deserves a safe and healthy home.
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- Celebrate Community Partnership encourages support for local community efforts. Donated time and promotions to many local area nonprofits help inform local residents, businesses and government about working together to solve key community challenges.
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About the Friedman Family Foundation
Helping the less fortunate in our community has always been the Friedman’s way. Founded by brothers Bill and Harry Friedman, the foundation began in 1990 as a way to assist local non-profit organizations and people in need. Charitable gifts are made each year; especially during times of crisis.
The Friedman Family Foundation loves supporting projects that make a big impact on a local level. Bringing the SAY Dream Center to life and investing in regional hospitals—Santa Rosa Memorial’s cardiac wing, Sutter Hospital, and Ukiah Hospital’s emergency wing, are just a few recent projects. On the horizon is Caritas Village, an affordable housing project for seniors, veterans, singles, and families in Santa Rosa. Today, the foundation continues to seek powerful opportunities to serve our community for years to come.