News
Feb 6, 2018
The Press Democrat: “Santa Rosa day-use center for homeless women and children now offers housing”
The Living Room offers housing! Read “Santa Rosa day-use center for homeless women and children now offers housing” by Chris Smith
Aug 18, 2017
The Press Democrat: “Huts for the homeless finding their place in Santa Rosa”
Article in the Press Democrat about Huts for the Homeless (two located at the Living Room). Read “Huts for the homeless finding their place in Santa Rosa” by Kevin McCallum
Jan 26, 2017
The Press Democrat: “The Living Room lifts spirits of Sonoma County’s homeless”
TLR’s Celeste Austin is celebrated in the Press Democrat for her work with the homeless in Sonoma County. Click here to read “The Living Room lifts spirits of Sonoma County’s homeless” by Dianne Reber Hart.
Aug 28, 2016
Press Democrat “The Living Room is Santa Rosa’s refuge for women, kids”
Click here to read “Living Room is Santa Rosa’s house of refuge for women, kids” by Angela Hart
“Volunteering at The Living Room has made me empathize with the children and families more than I already had. Through listening to people's stories and learning abut them as people, I've come to admire the strength and resilience these mothers have.”
— Kathy, Volunteer
Events
Due to the pandemic, our biggest fundraiser of the year was held virtually via Zoom. A grab-and-go dinner was provided by Love to Table accompanied by some beautiful Sonoma County wines courtesy of Rodney Strong Vineyards.
We held a silent auction and jewelry raffle (which began the week prior) and bidding was lively right up until the night of the event. Board President, Kim Hinde and Executive Director Cindy Pasko welcomed guests and introduced our incredible emcee, State Senator Mike McGuire. Senator McGuire did a fabulous job of leading us through a heartfelt appeal for donations to fund our programs.
At the end of the night we all enjoyed a delicious meal, had a few laughs and raised money for a good cause. Initially, we were nervous about turning a traditional dinner and auction into a virtual event, but we needn’t have been, the community showed up to support us in a big way.
We are so very grateful and humbled by the generosity that we continue to be shown. We are very excited to announce that we were able to clear $82,500! We absolutely couldn’t do this work without you.
Please check out our event sponsor page and join us in thanking them.
Stay tuned for next year’s event date!
“I’ve had the privilege to be on the board of directors and also volunteer in the MAC program at The Living Room for the past 3 years. Each time I’m on campus the feel of community and hope The Living Room offers goes beyond simple words. Being able to volunteer with our participants gives me needed insight to offer the board as we move to make viable decisions for our program. I’m thrilled to be a part of such an impactful service to the underserved women and children of our area.”
— Kim, Volunteer/Board Member
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“What can I say about volunteering at The Living Room? It is about being a part of a community of women helping each other. It is a place where people can let down their guard and feel welcomed and appreciated for who they are. It's a warm space for everyone.”
— Ruth, Volunteer
News
Feb 6, 2018
The Press Democrat: “Santa Rosa day-use center for homeless women and children now offers housing”
The Living Room offers housing! Read “Santa Rosa day-use center for homeless women and children now offers housing” by Chris Smith
Aug 18, 2017
The Press Democrat: “Huts for the homeless finding their place in Santa Rosa”
Article in the Press Democrat about Huts for the Homeless (two located at the Living Room). Read “Huts for the homeless finding their place in Santa Rosa” by Kevin McCallum
Jan 26, 2017
The Press Democrat: “The Living Room lifts spirits of Sonoma County’s homeless”
TLR’s Celeste Austin is celebrated in the Press Democrat for her work with the homeless in Sonoma County. Click here to read “The Living Room lifts spirits of Sonoma County’s homeless” by Dianne Reber Hart.
Aug 28, 2016
Press Democrat “The Living Room is Santa Rosa’s refuge for women, kids”
Click here to read “Living Room is Santa Rosa’s house of refuge for women, kids” by Angela Hart
“Volunteering at The Living Room has made me empathize with the children and families more than I already had. Through listening to people's stories and learning abut them as people, I've come to admire the strength and resilience these mothers have.”
— Kathy, Volunteer
Events
Due to the pandemic, our biggest fundraiser of the year was held virtually via Zoom. A grab-and-go dinner was provided by Love to Table accompanied by some beautiful Sonoma County wines courtesy of Rodney Strong Vineyards.
We held a silent auction and jewelry raffle (which began the week prior) and bidding was lively right up until the night of the event. Board President, Kim Hinde and Executive Director Cindy Pasko welcomed guests and introduced our incredible emcee, State Senator Mike McGuire. Senator McGuire did a fabulous job of leading us through a heartfelt appeal for donations to fund our programs.
At the end of the night we all enjoyed a delicious meal, had a few laughs and raised money for a good cause. Initially, we were nervous about turning a traditional dinner and auction into a virtual event, but we needn’t have been, the community showed up to support us in a big way.
We are so very grateful and humbled by the generosity that we continue to be shown. We are very excited to announce that we were able to clear $82,500! We absolutely couldn’t do this work without you.
Please check out our event sponsor page and join us in thanking them.
Stay tuned for next year’s event date!
“I’ve had the privilege to be on the board of directors and also volunteer in the MAC program at The Living Room for the past 3 years. Each time I’m on campus the feel of community and hope The Living Room offers goes beyond simple words. Being able to volunteer with our participants gives me needed insight to offer the board as we move to make viable decisions for our program. I’m thrilled to be a part of such an impactful service to the underserved women and children of our area.”
— Kim, Volunteer/Board Member
Sign up to receive The Living Room's periodic newsletter
“What can I say about volunteering at The Living Room? It is about being a part of a community of women helping each other. It is a place where people can let down their guard and feel welcomed and appreciated for who they are. It's a warm space for everyone.”
— Ruth, Volunteer