Forever Young Foundation

Women's Coaching Alliance empowers young women aged 15–26 to develop leadership skills through coaching youth sports, providing training, mentorship, and paid coaching opportunities. Since 2022, the organization has supported over 150 coaches and positively impacted more than 1,100 players across 14+ cities in Northern and Southern California.

Tune in each week on KNBR as we spotlight incredible individuals and organizations making a difference in the Bay Area with the Forever Young Foundation Hero of the Week.

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The mission of Raphael House is to help low-income families and families experiencing homelessness strengthen family bonds by achieving stable housing and financial independence. Since 1971, Raphael House has been at the forefront of providing homeless and low-income families in the San Francisco Bay Area the personalized family-centered solutions they need to build brighter futures. Raphael House is a predominantly community-supported organization. On average, 90% of the families we serve in our Residential Shelter achieve stable housing, and 93% maintain that stability long-term through our Bridge Program.

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Serving the community in many ways.  Men, women and children. Staring with providing the basic essentials of homeless services, meals, a warm bed and clothing.  Then working to offer support in recovering from homelessness, addiction and poverty.  Bay Area Rescue Mission works with individuals and families long term to help them get to the other side and regain independence.

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The Wheelchair Foundation is a nonprofit organization leading an international effort to create awareness of the needs and abilities of people with physical disabilities, to promote the joy of giving, create global friendship, and to deliver a wheelchair to every child, teen and adult in the world who needs one, but cannot afford one. For these people, the Wheelchair Foundation delivers Hope, Mobility and Independence.

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The 49ers Foundation harnesses football to educate and empower Bay Area youth through collective and innovative community-focused strategies. From award-winning STEAM education and nationally recognized youth football programs, to impactful community partnerships with leading nonprofits, the 49ers Foundation is tirelessly dedicated to inspiring the confidence and collaboration youth need to tackle what is possible. Since 1991, the 49ers Foundation has invested more than $50 million back into historically underserved Bay Area communities in support of its commitment to remain faithful to the next generation.

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Victoria Ward, MD, Board Chair, leads Made in a Free World, a nonprofit dedicated to ending human trafficking and forced labor. A Stanford pediatrician with expertise in global health, she combines her medical background with a passion for social justice. Dr. Ward was the first project director for Call+Response and contributed pivotal research to the FRDM platform, which helps businesses address supply chain slavery. Now, as Board Chair, she champions Made in a Free World’s mission while teaching students about trafficking, forced labor, and creating lasting global change.

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The San Francisco Education Fund advances equitable education by providing quality learning programs, community support, and transformative financial resources to students, educators and schools. They envision a future where San Francisco public school students have equitable access to quality education so that they can engage and enrich the community.

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This week's Hero of the Week is Bay Area Flag Football and the 49ers Foundation, supporting the growth of women’s flag football leagues in our community. With the sport set to debut in the 2028 Olympics, they’re providing crucial funding to help more players join the game. Their efforts are making it easier for local athletes to get involved in this budding sport, paving the way for the next generation of Olympic hopefuls.

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Open Heart Kitchen is committed to making a positive impact in the Tri-Valley community by serving meals and support to those facing food insecurity, whether in kitchens or at homeless encampments. Understanding that poverty and hunger often go unnoticed, we strive to ensure that no one in our community goes hungry while embracing our core values of inclusivity, diversity, equity, accessibility, and liberation. Through our programs, we address the root causes of hunger and empower individuals and families to build brighter futures. Join us in our mission—visit Open Heart Kitchen to learn how you can get involved and help create a food-secure tomorrow!

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10,000 Degrees is committed to educational equity, helping low-income students succeed in college and make a positive impact on their communities. By increasing the number of college graduates, they aim to create lasting change. With a 2026 goal to expand their reach and maintain high student success, 10,000 Degrees needs your support to make this vision a reality. You can get involved by donating—every gift helps students on their college journey. Visit 10,000 Degrees for details on how to contribute!

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