Westside Family Preservation Services - Oakhurst

A single unemployed mother of three children is currently living on a fixed income. The family has struggled with homelessness and are temporarily renting a room in a shared small apartment. The mother was finally reached on the section 8 list to receive a rental assistance voucher. The mother and children are close to obtaining their own housing. The mother does not have a copy of her or 2/3 of her children's original birth certificates. This paperwork is necessary for receiving a voucher. Each birth certificate is $32. A total of 3 birth certificates are needed for a total of $96. Anything donated would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time!

A single mother of six is grieving the loss of her sister, who recently passed after a long time in hospice care. With limited income and difficult living conditions, she cannot afford the $2,500 needed for funeral expenses. She shared, “If we can meet this expense, we can finally lay my sister to rest and begin to heal. We wont have to worry about where the money is coming from” Losing a sister is heartbreaking, worrying about how to pay for her funeral makes it even harder. So please churches your support can bring real relief to this family in a time of deep sorrow. Any donation large or small will help lift this burden and bring peace to this hurting family.

The child was removed from the home and there is a relative placement that has been approved however, is in need of a car seat. The child is going to be three at the end of the month and needs a toddler convertible car seat. A previous request was sent requesting a toddler bed however, the family was able to find one and purchase it. The relative is attempting to find a car seat going to parenting network and other resources she can think of, but has not been able to locate one. The relative does not get paid until the following week and would benefit from some help.

Family of 6, with 4 kids in the household and they are requesting 2 fans to help keep them cool this summer. It is expected to get very hot in the next coming weeks and if this is fulfilled it would greatly improve the families/children's well being.

Aspiranet's Family Unification Program services youth who are at risk of homelessness or are homeless in Fresno County. We support youth as they work towards breaking the cycle of homelessness. We are currently seeking assistance for our youth in the form of a microwave. This youth recently obtained a new apartment and does not have a microwave to cook or warm up her food.

Aspiranet is a social service agency that provides Foster Care, Adoption, and Transitional Aged Youth services ages 0-24. We have a Foster Family that has placement of a teen female that is in need of a safe outlet to explore her interests. This could be achieved by having an 'Amazon Kindle-Kids Edition'. This would allow her to have access to more books to use as a coping mechanism, while also having a safe way to do so.

The Kindle can be dropped off at reception anytime between 8am-5pm Monday-Friday at our Fresno office. 1320 E. Shaw Ave #140 Fresno, CA 93710

Aspiranet is a social service agency that provides Foster Care, Adoption, and Transitional Aged Youth services. We have a Foster Family that has placement of two brothers, aged 3-5, that are in need of new tablets as theirs broke. Both brothers have severe Autism, and use the tablets to help regulate themselves. These are needed ASAP to help keep their Foster placement.

The tablets can be dropped off at reception anytime between 8am-5pm Monday-Friday at our Fresno office. 1320 E. Shaw Ave #140 Fresno, CA 93710

The need is for a Non-Minor Dependent, who is aging out of the Foster Care System, she returned to the Tulare County area after living in San Diego and having to leave her husband. She is currently in Transitional Housing and will be staying there, but is in need of baby clothes for her infant daughter, her daughter fits in 18-24 months size. She is also in need of basic kitchen items, vacuum cleaner, broom or swiffer, as she had to leave most of her stuff in San Diego. Any help would be appreciated for this youth and her daughter as they transition to independence.

Aspiranet provides Foster Care and Transitional Aged Youth services in Fresno County. The youth we serve are ages 0-24. We are planning a Back to School Drive that will take place in early August. We are in need of supplies to allow our youth to attend school with everything they need to help them succeed. Items needed include: name brand backpacks (Characters such as Bluey, Spiderman, and Hello Kitty for elementary youth. Brands such as Nike, Adidas, and JanSport for the older youth as these will last through the school year), lunch pails, reusable water bottles, pencils, erasers, pens, crayons, colored pencils, binders, lined paper, notebooks, locker locks. Please no scissors or other sharp objects. Thank you for any and all donations!

We’re reaching out to help a kind and hardworking mother of five who is in urgent need of a washing machine. Her current washer has stopped working, and with a new baby on the way, keeping up with laundry has become a real challenge — even though she still has a dryer. She rarely asks for help, but this support would bring much-needed relief. Her children are doing well in school, earning good grades, and staying out of trouble — a reflection of her love and dedication. Churches If you feel led to help or know someone who can, your kindness would mean the world to this beautiful family.

At Fort Miller Middle School, too many of our students walk through the gates carrying their books and supplies in plastic bags—or sometimes with nothing at all. Their families are doing their best, but the cost of a backpack is simply beyond reach. This isn’t just about a bag—it’s about giving students the confidence to walk into class prepared, proud, and ready to learn.

A backpack can be the difference between a child feeling like they belong and feeling left out. It’s a small investment that removes a huge barrier. When students have the tools they need, they show up stronger mentally, emotionally, and academically.

Join us in ensuring that every Fort Miller student starts the school year with dignity, hope, and a backpack they can call their own. Your support can go a long way to achieving their greatest potential!

This family is navigating an unfamiliar system with limited English and very few resources. Despite their resilience, they are facing immense challenges and urgently need two beds for their children, who currently have no proper place to sleep. Living in a high-need area with limited support, this family is doing their best to stay afloat, but they need help meeting even the most basic needs for their children’s well-being and stability.

We are grateful for our community and the Care and Coffee Initiative.