2024 Ruby Boots Gala Program Book by Hope Solutions formerly Contra Costa Interfaith Housing

Saturday, April ,

Proceeds Beneﬁt Local Families and Individuals

Impacted by Homelessness

From Our CEO and Board Chair

Dear Friends,

Welcome to the 16th annual Hope Solutions gala, Ruby Boots – There’s No Place Like Home! We are so thrilled you are here to celebrate with us. We have a wonderful evening ahead: silent and live auctions, dinner, line-dancing, and entertainment by Jewels Hanson & Company. Most importantly, you will hear from three of our clients – Ivy, Jetzamany, and Jae who are thriving because of the help they have received from Hope Solutions – a direct result of support from people like you. Their stories are a powerful example of how housing and customized support services set in a loving community can transform lives.

This evening would not be possible without the incredible support of so many wonderful people and organizations. We especially want to thank the amazing Ruby Boots committee and sponsors, as well as our staff, and Board of Directors for their passionate commitment. Thank you to our strong community of donors and volunteers who make our work possible, and thank YOU for making tonight magical!

Since 1997, Hope Solutions’ evidence-based model of permanent housing coupled with support services has consistently resulted in life-changing outcomes for the most vulnerable people in our community. We are also working tirelessly to expand our impact and help fill the major gap in permanent affordable housing through our Homes Heal Hearts campaign.

Tonight, you are part of the Hope Solutions family. We hope you will celebrate our collective success and help us continue to build a strong future for our community. If you are so inclined, please help us meet our operating goal by bidding on auction items or donating to our Fund-A-Need.

Most importantly, enjoy the Ruby Boots Gala, and thank you for helping end homelessness in Contra Costa County!

With gratitude,

Deanne Pearn CEO, Hope Solutions

Don O’Neal Board Chair, Hope Solutions

We believe in providing world class, memorable service and amazing food.

We care deeply about all in our community and believe in giving back. We donate 10% of our top-line revenue to a local charity.

Carol Gilliland Executive Chef & Owner

SPONSOR

Carol Gilliland

Evening Program

5:30 PM

Cocktail Reception, Silent Auction, and Raffle

Bishop Ranch Foyer & Patio

6:10 PM

Line Dance Lesson by CC Amato & Friends

Bishop Ranch Ballroom

6:55 PM Silent Auction Closes

7:00 PM Dinner

7:30 PM Welcome

Dave Clark and William Goodwin, Co-Emcees

Bishop Ranch Ballroom

Blessing

Pastor Christy Dickt, Church of the Nazarene Pittsburg

Thank You

Donald O’Neal, Board Chair

Community Hero Award

Deanne Pearn, Chief Executive Officer

William Goodwin, Board Member & Housing Advocacy Consultant

Live Auction and Fund-a-Need

Kanani Reynolds, KLM Auctions

9:00 PM

Dancing with Jewels Hanson & Company with CC Amato & Friends, Line Dance Leaders

9:35 PM

Check-out Opens

10:00 PM

Raffle Winner Announced

11:00 PM

Event Ends

Emcees

Dave Clark, Co-Emcee

Television News Anchor, KTVU Channel 2

Dave Clark, Television News Anchor for KTVU-TV

Channel 2 in the San Francisco Bay Area since 2007, is an award-winning newsman with more than 40 years of broadcasting experience.

After attending Philadelphia public schools and Temple University, Dave began his broadcasting career as a Radio Newscaster in his hometown of Philadelphia, PA. He then became a Radio News Anchor in New York City. Clark has also displayed his broadcasting talents in Washington, DC, Florida, and Pittsburgh, PA. It was in Pittsburgh, that Dave transitioned to television news and shortly, thereafter, he received the call from KCAL-TV Los Angeles, CA seeking its next media success story.

Dave Clark’s news reports have been broadcast nationally and internationally over multiple networks including CNN, CBS Radio, MSNBC, NBC News, United Press International, The Associated Press, and The Armed Forces Radio Network. Dave and his wife, Lucretia, a Certified Lifestyle Strategist and Award-Winning Artist, enjoy visiting and embracing the natural beauty, diverse cultural, and eclectic culinary experiences throughout the Bay Area.

William Goodwin, Co-Emcee

Board Member and Housing Advocacy Consultant, Hope Solutions

William has been connected to Hope Solutions for the last 13 years. First as a resident of Los Medanos Villages and subsequently as a Resident Empowerment Program Leader (REP) and Board member. As a REP Leader and member of The Affordable Housing Leadership Network (AFHN) with CORO of Northern California, William continues to effectuate the purpose of the REP Team: to empower residents to advocate for the creation and retention of affordable housing. William also serves as a Board Member for the East Bay Housing Organization (EBHO) and Monument Impact. William believes his service on the Hope Solutions board affirms its vision in support of a strong community where everyone can reach their full potential.

This will be William’s 6th year emceeing Hope Solutions’ annual gala.

Auctioneer

Kanani Reynolds

KLM Auctions

Kanani Reynolds is one of Northern California’s preeminent fundraising auctioneers and special appeal/fund-a-need experts. Having grown up in the auction business where she conducted her first sale at the age of nine, she combines an exuberant auctioneering style with a history of service to local nonprofits to arrive at her true passions—auctioneering and raising money for deserving organizations. She is a graduate of Missouri Auction School and is working toward her Benefit Auction Specialist (BAS) designation from the National Auctioneers Association. Only 20 auctioneers in California currently hold this designation. Kanani has been a partner with the nation’s premier benefit auction firm, KLM Auctions, since 2015.

Jewels Hanson & Company

Jewels Hanson is an American country music singer- songwriter & recording artist. She was a Top 10 Finalist on “Nashville Star” Season 4, a 2-time Colgate Country Showdown National Finalist, & co-writer of Trailer Choir’s “Off the Hillbilly Hook” (from the “Beer for My Horses” Motion Picture Soundtrack) & Cowboy Troy’s “Cash in the Cookie Jar”. For the past nine years, Jewels was the Front-woman for Diablo Road, the house band at the World Famous “The Saddle Rack”, in Fremont, CA. Jewels is currently finishing her second original album and fronting her new project, “Jewels Hanson & Company”.

Jewels Hanson & Company showcases Jewels’ original work, mixed in with your all-time favorites, and is backed by a super-group of Northern California musicians.

OPEN MONDAY TO SUNDAY, 11 AM TO 6 PM

Auction Rules and Procedures

1. All bidders must have a bid number. You are responsible for purchases made with the bid number assigned to you upon arrival.

2. To enter a bid in the silent auction, bidder writes their bid number on the appropriate bid sheet, following minimum and maximum bid instructions. At the official close of the silent auction, volunteer staff will determine the purchaser based on the highest bid. You may bid on any item as often as you wish. Check back frequently to ensure your bid has not been surpassed.

3. To enter a live auction bid, bidder raises their bid card, number facing the auctioneer, signaling the bid. The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the event of any dispute between bidders, the auctioneer shall have sole and final discretion to determine the successful bidder or to re-offer and re-sell the article in dispute. Acknowledged bid constitutes a legally binding commitment by the bidder to purchase the item or service.

4. All sales are “as is” and final. All items must be paid in full before buyer’s departure using cash, personal check paid to the order of Hope Solutions or charged to Visa or Master Card. Credit cards will not be charged until Friday, April 26, 2024. If, after the event, you prefer to submit alternative payment (ie., personal check or DAF) please contact Hope Solutions by 5:00 pm Monday, April 22, 2024.

5. Please read your certificates carefully. Offers have different expiration dates. The purchaser understands that if they are unable to claim the auction item or service within the specified period, the amount of the successful bid is a taxdeductible contribution to Hope Solutions and is NOT refundable.

6. Any values quoted are estimates only. Values are not warranted for tax purposes or general value. Hope Solutions has made reasonable efforts to accurately describe all packages but is not liable for inaccuracies in the item descriptions. Amounts paid in excess of the fair market value may be deductible for federal income tax purposes. Bidders should consult their tax advisors.

7. Group purchases during the live auction: several people wishing to bid together on an item shall be represented by one bid number. Members of the group may pay for their portion individually, for tax purposes, at the time of checkout. The holder of the official bid number, however, is ultimately responsible for payment in full that night.

Photography and Social Media

Photo Release

Over the course of the evening, there will be photographers taking photos of guests and event proceedings.

If you do not wish to have your photograph included in our post-event materials or future marketing efforts, please email Carrie Veurink at: cveurink@hopesolutions.org or text (925) 542-5068. Indicate your first and last name and mobile number.

"CHEERS TO THE HOPE SOLUTIONS TEAM AND THEIR TIRELESS EFFORTS TO SUPPORT OUR CLIENTS!"

Stephanie & Doug Bontemps

Bringing hope, one home at a time. Thank you Hope Solutions.... for your important and meaningful work.

Sandy and Robert Goldberg

Purchase Tickets to Win a Diamond Purple Spinel Necklace

Heller Jewelers of San Ramon has donated a custom designed halo pendant on diamonds by the yard chain, 18 karat white gold necklace with 3.26 ct round purple spinel and 16 round diamonds = 1.10 ctw.

Valued at $6,200

Raffle tickets will be on sale until 9:30 pm, drawing at 10:00 pm. Winner does not need to be present to win.

Tickets: $100 each or 2 for $150

Fund a Need

Your generosity will directly impact families and individuals who have experienced homelessness. You will help Hope Solutions work to keep families and individuals housed while providing critical support services needed to alleviate poverty in Contra Costa County.

Thank you in advance for your generous support that allows us to make a difference in the lives of more than 3,500 people and their families each year. Your gift will help change a life!

$25,000

$15,000

$10,000

$5,000

$2,500 $1,000

Will house a family for a full year.

Provides a year of support services for eighteen youth and young adult residents.

Helps fund a mental health clinician to support seniors.

Furnishes two apartments for two new families.

Provides over 100 hours of case management to prevent homelessness and eviction.

Provides a semester of academic support and activities at Homework Club for eight formerly homeless students.

Allows our Resident Empowerment Program (REP) team to hold listening sessions in the community.

Provides an eight-week parent support and skills group.

Sponsors a monthly resident dinner.

Live Auction

Item #1: Made with Love - Dessert and After Dinner Drinks (Lovingly made by Hope Solutions’ youth residents!)

Polish off your dinner and treat yourself and your friends to after-dinner drinks and dessert lovingly made by Hope Solutions’ students in the Youth Enrichment program at Garden Park Apartments with the expert guidance of Carol Gilliland, Chef of A Loveable Feast Catering and Hope Solutions’ Board Vice Chair. Dessert comes paired with a delicious bottle of Tawny Port. Savor every morsel and sip knowing your winning bid transforms lives!

Generously Donated by: A Loveable Feast and Hope Solutions youth

Item #2: Instant Wine Cellar Wine connoisseurs look no more! This is every wine lover’s dream. Enjoy 48 premium wines chosen especially for you. Wine is valued from $40 - $200 each, averaging $80 per bottle.

Red Wine

2017 Armida Estate Field Red Wind Blend II Campo

2018 Wisdom Proprietary Red Wine

2010 Fleury Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

2015 Five Daughters Cabernet Sauvignon

2016 Grgich Hills Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

2016 Titus Family Estate Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2017 Burgess Cabernet Sauvignon

2018 McGrail Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

2018 Petroni Estate Moon Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

2018 Rowen Cabernet Sauvignon

2019 B Cellars Ehrlich Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

2019 Frank Family Cabernet Sauvignon

2019 McGrail Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon

2019 Next Episode Cabernet Sauvignon

2019 Petroni Cabernet Sauvignon

2019 Repris Heritage Clones Moon Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

2019 Tamber Bey Cabernet Sauvignon

2019 Tamber Bey Yville Blocks Blend Cabernet Sauvignon

2019 Vyborny Vineyard Miner Cabernet Sauvignon

2020 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2020 Palmaz Vineyard Brasas Cabernet Sauvignon

2020 Pine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon

2020 Sleeping Giant Cabernet Sauvignon

2021 Gundlach Bundschu Cabernet Sauvignon

2021 Lion Tamer Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2008 Lindaflor Malbec Mendoza

2013 Paloma Merlot

2015 Rideau Vineyard Mourvèdre

2018 Brewer-Clifton Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir

2018 Merry Edwards Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

2019 Kosta Browne Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

2019 Ten Acre Russian River Valley Boots

Block Pinot Noir

2020 Belle Glos Clarke and Telephone Pinot Noir

2020 Goldeneye Pinot Noir

2022 EnRoute Pinot Noir

2021 Three Sticks Gap’s Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir

2017 Tamber Bey Tovero

2019 Tamber Bey Vermejo

2018 Rosenblum Zinfandel Rockpile

White Wine

2016 Armida Chardonnay

2018 Pahlmeyer Chardonnay

2018 Ramey Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard

2018 Three Sticks Chardonnay

2020 Grgich Hills Chardonnay

2021 Far Niente Chardonnay

2022 Rombauer Chardonnay

2021 Alpha Omega Sauvignon Blanc

Generously Donated by: Hope Solutions’ Board of Directors and Friends of Hope Solutions

Live Auction

Item #3: Around the World Dinner at Chef Gilliland’s Home

Get ready for an around-the-world culinary adventure! As the celebrated chef of A Loveable Feast catering company and Hope Solutions’ Board Member, Carol Gilliland and her team of culinary experts will take you and your guests on a tasting journey drawing inspiration from around the world. Hosted at her home, indulge in the beautiful views of Mt. Diablo. The four-course dinner for eight to ten guests will be paired specifically with exceptional wines from around the world. The formal, sit-down dinner will include appetizers, dinner, and dessert. Get your culinary passport ready as this experience is one you won’t want to miss!

What guests are saying...

“I have now had this dining experience twice with Carol. Both times were incredible, and uniquely different from each other. From beginning to end, each course was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious!” -Rae Corr

“I didn’t know what to expect from our Culinary Adventure at Carol’s. I was blown away by her attention to detail the entire evening. Everything we ate was perfectly prepared and everything we drank was expertly paired. The ambience she created was comfortable and extremely enjoyable. I highly recommend!” - Julie Lassig

Experience dates: Experience will occur at a mutually agreed upon date. Contact Carol to schedule at least 60 days in advance. For 8-10 guests. Expires: April 20, 2025

Generously Donated by: A Loveable Feast

Live Auction

Item #4: Fabulous Burgundy, France Getaway

Gather a party of eight and create lifelong memories with this exclusive eightday (seven-night) package! Katherine Frelon, Chef, Baker, Author and Concierge Extraordinaire, will host the experience in the fabulous Burgundy wine and culinary region of France! Learn more at katherinefrelon.com.

This package includes:

Accommodation for 8 days (7 nights) for eight people at Katherine’s farmhouse located in the village of Marigny le Cahouet (just 15 minutes from Flavingny sur Ozerain.) This beautifully renovated French farmhouse has 5 bedrooms all ensuites, king beds in each of the beautifully appointed rooms, air conditioning, linens and towels provided. Enjoy a dinner prepared just for you and your guests by Master Chef Katherine (a night of your choice). Take a day trip to Katherine’s bakery in Flavingny sur Ozerain, where the movie Chocolat starring Juliete Binoche and Johnny Depp, was filmed. Experience an evening wine tasting with wine Guru Brendan Moore.

Concierge service and add-ons are available for additional cost to enhance your Burgundy trip experience. Katherine has an extensive list of activities and itineraries for you to choose from. You have access to her van which accommodates 8 adults comfortably.

Restrictions and Logistics:

Eight (8) days and seven (7) nights to be arranged by you and your host. Valid Saturday to Saturday. This trip must be booked and redeemed within a 24 month window from the date of auction, by April 20, 2026. This offer is for a party of eight (8) and does not include airfare, or transportation to and from the airport. Should Katherine Frelon not be able to offer at least four weeks within the window to choose from, she will extend the offer beyond the redemption limit until there are at least four weeks from which to choose. There are no refunds or rescheduling for cancellations of unused bookings. The vacation package cannot be resold, and it is not transferable.

View Katherine’s Farmhouse, La Ferme de la Lochere

Live Auction

Item #5: Tennessee Whiskey Adventure

This experience includes Jack Daniel’s Distillery Tour and Tastings, 3-Night Stay in Nashville for two.

Sip and see the historic distillery where Jack Daniel’s whiskey is made on this immersive day tour. This small group tour includes guided transportation with a whiskey expert, elevated tasting of premium whiskeys at Jack Daniel’s Distillery, and time for shopping and lunch in Lynchburg.

Enjoy a 3-night stay in a superior guest room at the Loews Vanderbilt in Nashville. Situated in the trendy West End corridor, Loews Vanderbilt offers guests a fun atmosphere and luxury accommodations near the many diverse attractions of the city. Vanderbilt University’s historic campus is directly across the street, while charming shops and restaurants are within walking distance. Surround yourself with the sights and sounds Music City, U.S.A. is most famous for. With a well-deserved reputation for attentive service, the Loews Vanderbilt sets the bar high for luxury hotels in Nashville.

Restrictions: Reservations are subject to availability, blackout dates, and major holidays including the Country Music Awards weekend, Kentucky Derby weekend, Kentucky Bourbon Festival weekend, and the weekend of the Breeder’s Cup. Reservations must be booked 60 days in advance of travel. This is non-refundable.

Expiration: This experience must be booked by April 20, 2025. The actual travel date must occur within two years of the purchase date. Winspire can assist with extra hotel nights, airfare, and additional guests as a full-service travel agency.

Live Auction

Item #6: It’s Vegas Baby!

7‐Night Stay for 2 at the Las Vegas Jockey Club – a 4‐Star Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip with Seating at Your Choice of Night Flight or Top Show

This Experience for 2 Includes:

Seven-night stay (Friday to Friday) in a suite at the Las Vegas Jockey Club.

Conveniently located in the center of the Las Vegas Strip nestled between the Bellagio, The Cosmopolitan and the new City Center. A short walk from the resort is the best shopping, finest restaurants, and world-class entertainment that Vegas has to offer. The Jockey Club is your home away from home with well appointed suites, fully equipped kitchens and a 24-hour resort desk.

One bedroom suite: Maximum occupancy in each suite includes children regardless of their age. This suite has separate living area, full kitchen including a microwave and and dining room. Bed types are a king-size bed in the master bedroom and a queen-size sofa sleeper in the living area.

Your choice of one experience for 2 people includes: Las Vegas Strip Helicopter Night Flight for 2

Climb aboard a luxurious 6-seat ECO-Star helicopter for your flight over the Las Vegas Strip’s bright lights and action. Your flight covers approximately four miles and lasts 8-12 minutes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for your convenience. OR

Two seats to your choice of ONE top Las Vegas Show in 2024, subject to change and availability and includes Garth Brooks, Rod Stewart, Cirque du Soliel shows, Barry Manilow, Carrie Underwood, Santana, Foreigner, or Shania Twain.

Restrictions: Accommodations must be booked at least 60 days in advance of stay; major holidays are excluded. To book the helicopter night flight or Top Show, contact the Winspire Booking & Concierge Service. Subject to availability, cannot be used during hotel special events, Consumer Technology Association (formerly CES), World of Concrete, MAGIC, ASD, NAB, Super Bowl, F1 Grand Prix Las Vegas and other major conventions and trade shows.

Expiration: Accommodations must be booked within one year of the purchase date. The actual travel date must occur within two years of the purchase date.

Accomodations Generously Donated by: Scott Singley

Live Auction

Item #7: Charter Fishing Tour to the Farallon Islands

Expect an amazing and unique experience with Making Waves Fishing charter. You and your friends or family will have a choice of a trip to San Francisco Bay or to the Farallon Islands to catch a myriad of fish. On your charter you’ll experience boating and fishing. Your trip can accommodate up to 6 people fishing, with 2 crew. Making Waves Fishing Ministry provides all the bait and tackle. Don’t forget your camera, sunscreen, and fishing license for this memorable adventure!

Choice of Location:

Location #1: San Francisco Bay. Launching from the Safe Harbor in Emeryville, you will leave the dock at 6:30 am and return at 3:30 pm. Your group will fish for halibut, striped and white sea bass, shark and stingray inside the San Francisco Bay.

Location #2: Farallon Islands. Launching from the Safe Harbor in Emeryville, the trip departs from the dock at 6:00 am and returns at 4:30 pm. Your group will fish for halibut, rock and ling cod and salmon.

Expiration: April 20, 2025

Generously Donated by: Making Waves Fishing Ministry

Super Silent Auction

Super Silent Auction Item #1: Week at The Villa in Vermont

Enjoy a one week stay in August at the Villa in Vermont. This villa is located in the charming New England community of Stowe, which sits at the bottom of a small mountain next to Mt. Mansfield, the highest peak in Vermont. The 2,500 sq ft villa includes a full kitchen, living area, dining room, 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms; maximum capacity 8 people.

Managed by the Trapp Family Lodge, villa guests have access to two swimming pools, bikes, hiking trails, a gym and tennis courts. On the premises, you can also enjoy two restaurants, a café, a brewery, and hayrides. Trapp Family Lodge offers additional activities, at cost, such as guided tours and cooking lessons. Please visit www.trappfamily.com to view a full list amenities.

Restrictions: Available for one week only: August 16 – 23, 2024 No pets allowed. Airfare not included.

Generously Donated by: Sandra Kessenick

Super Silent Auction

Super Silent Auction Item #2: Six-Night Arnold Cabin Getaway

Enjoy a six-night stay in Arnold, CA. This is a perfect getaway just over a twohour drive from the East Bay. The Blue Lake Springs community offers plenty of tranquility and adventure. The cabin includes two bedrooms and one bathroom and can accommodate four adults and up to two children. The cabin also includes washer, dryer, dishwasher, BBQ, fire pit, deck, and wood-burning stove. Paddleboard and kayaks are also available. The Blue Lake Springs HOA also offers amenities for guests (at a nominal fee), including two lakes, a swimming pool, frisbee golf, tennis, ping pong, and basketball courts. Guests can also enjoy the Snowflake Bistro.

Restrictions: Expires: March 2025. Cleaning deposit of $100 prior to stay. Pet friendly.

Generously Donated by: Beth and Jack Robertson

Super Silent Auction

Super Silent Auction Item #3: Three-Night Tahoe Vista Cabin Stay

This is your opportunity to escape to a beautiful mountain cabin, nestled in the quiet Tahoe Vista neighborhood. The remodeled single-story home has a gourmet kitchen, three bedrooms furnished with queen beds, and two bathrooms. The expansive back deck, equipped with a gas BBQ, is a delightful place to enjoy the natural forest just beyond. Activity options are plentiful from this home, located just minutes from Northstar and Kings Beach.

Restrictions: Available for three nights on dates that are mutually agreeable to both parties. Expires: April 20, 2025

Generously Donated by: Pat McGrath and Kyra Kennedy

Super Silent Auction

Super Silent Auction Item #4: A Week in Seal Beach

Enjoy 7 nights in a newly remodeled home in Seal Beach, CA. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sleeps up to 4 people (2 queen beds). It also offers a dedicated office space for remote work, and exercise space with BowFlex elliptical machine, weights, and yoga mats. Enjoy gardens in the front and back yards with outdoor barbecue, perfect for dining and lounging. Wonderful custom amenities throughout. This Southern California oasis is within walking distance of the beach and downtown Seal Beach. Enjoy Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm just 30 minute drive away. A $500 gift card is included with your trip to complement your week’s activities to nearby attractions, restaurants, and more! Nestled between Huntington Beach and Long Beach, Seal Beach is a small, charming community known by locals as ‘Mayberry by the Sea’.

Restrictions: Negotiate and confirm your dates with the owner by April 20, 2025.

Generously Donated by: Louise Bourassa and Peter Linfoot

Super Silent Auction Item #5: Relaxing Week in Pismo Beach

Enjoy a week of the most spectacular ocean views and sunsets at this home overlooking Shell Beach. Enjoy a glass of wine while sitting on the deck with the gas fire pit going. The house includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and can accommodate up to eight people. Home has recently been remodeled and includes Wolf Range, Subzero refrigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer. The house is a short distance to Dinosaur Caves and Mardo Dodd parks, and a short drive to downtown Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay and Avila. Hiking and mountain biking trails are also nearby.

Restrictions: Dates to be negotiated with owner, excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas weeks. No smoking. Expires May 1, 2025.

Generously Donated by: Karen Christensen and Vince Chow

Community Hero Award

Jasmine Tarkoff | 2024 Award Recipient

The Hope Solutions Board of Directors has selected Jasmine Tarkoff to receive the 2024 Community Hero Award for her commitment to the most vulnerable families in Contra Costa County and to honor her leadership.

Jasmine’s unwavering dedication to increasing the supply of affordable, dignified housing in Contra Costa is without measure. This award is a testament to her remarkable efforts to innovate and inspire a whole new way of building beautiful housing in healing communities for our most vulnerable neighbors. Through her visionary leadership, we are unlocking an incredible new set of tools to address our most pressing social crisis, by creating cottage communities on faith-owned land.

Central to Jasmine’s accomplishments is her remarkable ability to forge partnerships with faith-based organizations, rallying them behind a common cause of compassion and social justice. By harnessing the moral authority and collective power of these treasured organizations, she has demonstrated that we are truly better together.

Jasmine has also shown exemplary leadership in mobilizing a broad range of partners from across the community to act and effect meaningful change. From leading our Resident Empowerment Team and the community organizing efforts in Antioch to partnering with public officials, city staff and other community-based organizations, she has demonstrated the profound impact that collaboration can have in addressing societal challenges.

Jasmine’s contributions extend far beyond advocacy. We are deeply grateful for her countless hours spent assembling a best-in-class team of architects, engineers, project managers, and builders to ensure that every aspect of our new cottage communities is meticulously planned and executed to perfection.

None of this would have been possible without Jasmine’s tenacious leadership of the Homes Heal Hearts capital campaign. Hope Solutions is well on our way to reaching our goal of $7 million, which will unlock three times as much in public funding for the next two decades. This monumental achievement will pave the way for sustainable and long-term support for our housing initiatives, ensuring that future generations will continue to benefit from her legacy of compassion and generosity.

Housing Development

Homes Heal Hearts – Building Community within Community

With 25 years experience, Hope Solutions knows that permanent housing is the foundation to helping individuals, families and seniors heal from the effects of poverty and chronic homelessness. Our housing-first approach, coupled with supportive services, brings dignity to our clients, and helps them rebuildd their lives.

While our services reach over 3,500 people, our county is facing a shortfall of over 34,000 units of permanent affordable housing. Time, cost, and cumbersome approval processes create significant challenges to building traditional affordable housing. Yet, we refuse to stand idle. This is why we have launched our Homes Heal Hearts campaign committed to building new affordable housing.

Ours is an innovative strategy that partners with faith communities to build cottage communities on their unused land. Our planned developments – ranging from six to twenty-five units, consisting of studio, 1 or 2-bedroom cottages and shared common space – will provide housing and essential on-site services to ensure a holistic approach to transforming lives.

But we can’t do it alone. We’re raising $7 million in private funds, with every dollar catalyzing approximately $3 of public revenue, totaling $21 million. We’re thrilled to report that we’ve already raised almost $6 million towards our goal. Our first cottage community, Hope Village at Grace Presbyterian Church in Walnut Creek, is planned to open this summer. We have four other projects across Contra Costa County in the pipeline that will forever change the trajectory of hundreds of lives. Together, we can provide a safe place to sleep, a nurturing environment for families, and the opportunity for dreams to flourish.

Thank You

We are grateful to our sponsors, donors, and friends for your amazing support of Ruby Boots - There’s No Place Like Home. Your generosity inspires and gives hope to more than 3,500 formerly homeless and low-income families and individuals in Contra Costa County.

Platinum Sponsor

Sutter Health

Emerald Sponsors

A Loveable Feast/ Carol Gilliland

Jonathan & Rae Corr

Family Foundation

Ruby Sponsors

Stephanie & Doug Bontemps

Elaine & Craig Davis

Carrie & Jorge Figueredo

Heller Jewelers

John Muir Health

Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church

Sally & Donald O’Neal

Sue & Leslie Polgar

Schaeffer Foundation

Seiler LLP

Jasmine & Robert Tarkoff

Diamond Sponsors

Kara & Brian Douglas

Episcopal Impact Fund

Sandy & Robert Goldberg

Temple Isaiah

Kaiser Permanente

Mary & Charles Veurink

Sapphire Sponsors

Debbie & Peter Hellmann

Amy Faltz

Gubb & Barshay LLP

Mark Scott Construction

Susan & Jeffrey Rideout

San Ramon Valley

United Methodist Church

St. Bonaventure

Catholic Church

Jennifer Winn & Joseph Henwood

Pearl Sponsors

Stacii & David Gerson

Evelyn & Rabbi Roberto Graetz

Linda Mino Hall & Tom Hall

Anne & Paul Kuelz

Cheryl O’Connor & Bob Weiss

Deanne Pearn & Greg Dolge

Ellen & Steve Seiler

United Trustee Services vanderToolen

Associates Inc.

Media Sponsor

Diablo Magazine

Exclusive Wine Sponsor

Wente Vinyards Gifts

Father Lawrence D’Anjou

Maile Dunn

Robert & Vail Dutto

Tracy & Steve Gordon

Virgina & Michael Hazlewood

Mary Meagher King & John King

Lillian Lew-Hailer

Carol & Howard Melamed

Ruth & Charles Pettler

Pat & Elena Reyes

San Ramon Valley

United Methodist

Church

Beryl & Ivor Silver

St. Bonaventure

Catholic Church

Mary Terjson

MarthaAnn & Sanford Wishnev

Arthur Woo & Emelie

Sabette

In-Kind Gifts

Ace Dance Academy

Ace Hardware A Loveable Feast

Amici’s East Coast Pizzeria

Arthur Murray Dance

Studio

Bill Jones

Louise Bourassa & Peter Linfoot

Cali Kidstuff, Inc

Carmen Sanz Pickleball

Gina Cattalini

Charles R. Vineyards

Karen Christensen & Vince Chow

Club Fugazi

Dahlin Group

de Young Museum

Diablo Foods Lafayette

Diablo Rock Gym

Drills Skills & Thrills with Rusty

Eden Eisenbarth

Encore Gym

Faction Brewing

Thank You

Chitra & Manohar

Furtado

Harper Greer

Headlands Brewing Company

Heller Jewelers

Hiller Aviation Museum

Hollie’s Homegrown

Kyra Kennedy & Pat McGrath

Sandra Kessenick

Lafayette Car Wash

Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

Lindsay Wildlife Experience

Love You More Jewelry

Lucretia Clark

Making Waves Fishing Ministry

McGrail Vineyards & Winery

Napa Valley Wine Train

Niles Canyon Railway

Oakland Athletics

Oakland Roots

Oakland United Beerworks

Oakland Zoo

Old Towne Danville

Bakery

Page Mill Winery

Peet’s Coffee

Pride Mountain Vineyards

Quintessa Winery

Laura Rehfeld

Renaissance Rialto

Beth Robertson

San Jose Sharks

Jane Settle

Scott Singley

SFMOMA

Sloat Garden Center

Studio Dawnatella

The Cooperage

Walnut Creek

The Ruth Bancroft Garden

The Walt Disney Family Museum

Torani

Town Hall Theatre

UC Botanical Garden

Carrie & Dean Veurink

Winchester Mystery House

Wood Family Vineyards

Zachary’s Chicago Pizza