Experience a warm, musical Shabbat with our Rabbi, Cantor, and band as we welcome the
sweetness of Shabbat.
Join us at Marin Art & Garden with your little ones and enjoy everything from latkes and
chocolate gelt to artworks.
Giving Back
With the holidays approaching, it’s an ideal moment to reflect on the spirit of generosity and giving back to those around us. Explore local organizations where you can donate, volunteer, and help spread warmth and compassion throughout our community this season.
Marin Humane – Holiday Pet Supply Drive
Help local shelter animals stay warm and supported this winter.
Drop-off & Volunteer Site:
171 Bel Marin Keys Blvd., Novato, CA 94949
Donate blankets, towels, pet beds, cat/dog toys, treats, and food.
Volunteer roles vary based on availability.
One Warm Coat – Local-Coat-Drives Drop-offs
All Equator Coffee Cafe Locations
All accepting NEW coat donations!
Marin County Firefighters – Holiday Toy & Coat Collection
New toys and sometimes new or gently used coats accepted the first 2–3 weeks of December.
Easy, no-contact drop-off.
Southern Marin Fire District – Station 9
308 Reed Blvd, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Central Marin Fire – Station 14 (Larkspur)
342 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, CA 94939
San Rafael Fire – Station 51 (Downtown HQ)
1039 C St, San Rafael, CA 94901
SF-Marin Food Bank – Marin Warehouse Volunteer Shifts
Sort and pack groceries for thousands of households across Marin.
Volunteer Location:
2550 Kerner Blvd., San Rafael, CA 94901
2-hour volunteer shifts available throughout December.
Closed-toe shoes required; family-friendly for ages 11+ (with adult).
Salvation Army San Rafael – Angel Tree & Holiday Pantry Drop-Off & Volunteer Site:
351 Mission Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
San Rafael, until Dec 20
“Adopt” a child or senior from the Angel Tree to buy gifts.
Volunteer at their holiday food pantry or sorting days.
Whistlestop / Vivalon – Senior Holiday Support
Volunteer Hub:
999 Third St, San Rafael, CA 94901
San Rafael -December volunteer shifts
Deliver meals to homebound seniors.
Assemble holiday care packages or write cards.
Toys for Tots – Marin Drop-Off Sites
All December
Donate new toys for kids in need.
U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Center (Regional Coordinator)
100 Armory Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901
The Village at Corte Madera (Mall Office/Info Desk)
1618 Redwood Hwy, Corte Madera, CA 94925
Northgate Mall (Management Office)
5800 Northgate Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903
North Marin Community Services – Holiday Toy & Gift Card Drive
Help provide toys, books, and essentials for Marin kids.
Drop-off & Volunteer Site:
680 Wilson Ave., Novato, CA 94947
Donate new, unwrapped toys or $25–$50 gift cards (Target, Amazon, Ross).
Volunteers help with sorting and holiday distribution.
Author: Marcia Skall, MBA & Jennifer Glassman
Top-producing real estate agents with Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty serving Marin County and San Francisco. Consistently ranked Top 1.5% Small Team in the Nation by Wall Street Journal and awarded Top Producing agents in Marin County 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024. With 40+ years of combined experience, the team brings an unparalleled level of expertise and excellence to every client and sale.
