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Critical Needs

San Mateo County

Primary Community Assitance

As the primary community assistance agency for the San Mateo County mid-coast region, Coastside Hope provides assistance for emergency needs including: food, rental and utility assistance, referrals for healthcare, help with complex forms, and advocacy.

We cannot help our neighbors in need without the financial support and hard work of our neighborhood donors, volunteers, and community partners. You give over 5,000 hours of service every year, and provide more than 30% of our funding.

Thank you for your support.

Fiscal Year Ending 2024

1996
Households Served
4661
Unduplicated Persons Served
Fiscal Year Ending 2024

Safety Net Services

With your help, we were able to provide essential food services to those in need, making a significant impact on the lives of individuals and families in our community.

23,785 Units

Total Units of Service Provided

456,067 Pounds

Total Pounds of Food Distributed

380,056 Meals

Total Meal Equivalencies Distributed
Linking Immigrants to Benefits, Resources and Education

LIBRE Program

LIBRE serves San Mateo County immigrant communities. Many immigrants do not apply for government benefits because they think receiving benefits will affect their immigration options, or expose their family to negative consequences. LIBRE aims to educate our immigrant community about the different safety net services available, link them to specific agencies in their communities that can assist them with the enrollment process, and provide accurate information concerning their immigration options. LIBRE also provides limited immigration representation and assistance, including consultations and assistance with VAWA, U VISA, and SIJS for teen parents and their families and other vulnerable immigrants.
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