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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- 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 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 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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- 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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- Secret Santa is a holiday giving program that serves Sonoma County. We collaborate with local nonprofits and businesses to serve approximately 20,000 individuals annually.
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- Boys & Girls Clubsprovides our community’s children and teens with a safe, positive environment to learn, grow, and discover their full potential. We offer a wide range of programs to help foster academic success, healthy lifestyles, and good character & leadership.
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- Catholic Charities of Santa Rosa and Burbank Housing are partnering to create Caritas Village, which will include a housing-focused service center, emergency family shelter, and 128 units of permanent affordable housing for those in need.
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- Career Technical Education, is a multi-year sequence of courses that integrates core academic knowledge with technical and occupational knowledge to provide students with a pathway to post-secondary education and careers.
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- We advance nonprofits and volunteerism by strengthening leadership, encouraging innovation and empowering people.
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- Rooted in equity, the EAHS Foundation collaborates with our community to provide enriching opportunities that inspire, guide, and empower Elsie Allen students to achieve their goals.
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- Schools Plus is an all-volunteer group of Santa Rosa citizens whose mission is funding sports, music, art, drama and other enrichment programs for students in Santa Rosa’s public secondary schools.
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- At Santa Rosa Community Health, you are part of a powerful network of nine health centers and over 500 dedicated professionals that stand united in a commitment to your health.
About the Friedman Family Foundation
Helping the less fortunate in our community has always been the Friedman’s way. Founded by Bill Friedman 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.