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Upcoming Fundraisers
Prepare to join us for upcoming fundraisers in San Jose, CA, where community spirit ignites change. With each event, we’ll gather to support the SoJo Foundation’s mission of aiding the homeless. Whether it’s a charity event, a chicken run, or a local fair, every participation fuels our efforts to provide meals, clothing, and essential services to those in need. Together, let’s make a meaningful difference in the lives of our fellow citizens.
“I am thankful for all the help, support, and blessing I got to help me go through the year, including my SoJo Foundation’s annual Chicken, Run for the homeless.”
Sophia
Joining the SoJo Foundation is a direct gateway to making a tangible impact on homelessness throughout the San Jose region. By becoming a part of our community, you actively contribute to a network of support that extends far beyond mere charity. Through volunteer opportunities, fundraising events, and advocacy efforts, you play a vital role in providing essential resources, such as meals, clothing, and shelter, to those experiencing homelessness. Moreover, your involvement helps foster a sense of belonging and dignity among the marginalized, empowering them to rebuild their lives with hope and resilience. Together, we create a brighter future for every individual in need, one compassionate act at a time.
How we Help
The SoJo Foundation helps the homeless by providing not only meals but also clothing, ensuring basic needs are met with dignity and compassion.
- Nutritious meals served during our annual Chicken Run.
- Distribute warm clothing during colder months.
- Ensure basic needs with dignity and compassion.
How you can help
Join the SoJo Foundation in volunteering to distribute meals and clothing to the homeless, ensuring their immediate needs are met with care and respect.
- Sign up and donate today to get food to the less fortunate.
- Support us as we create drives for food and clothing items.
- Partner with us to expand our reach in the homeless community.
Highlights from Past Events
2017: The First Chicken Run
That first Christmas Eve, my family and I raised $200 to buy 40 rotisserie chickens from Costco. We loaded the warm meals into our car and drove along Monterey Highway, handing them out to people living on the streets and in homeless camps. At one stop, a man in a wheelchair almost cried when he received his meal. Another person exclaimed, “My God, it’s warm!”
It was an eye-opening experience for me. The camps were cold, dirty, and unlike anything I had imagined, but the gratitude on people’s faces was unforgettable. That night, I learned the power of small acts of kindness and decided this would be a tradition.
2018: Building Momentum
By the following year, I had grown more ambitious. With the help of friends and family, we raised enough money to purchase 50 rotisserie chickens. On Christmas Eve, we distributed meals along the same route, meeting people living in tents and temporary shelters.
We partnered with another family who distributed blankets and clothing to make a bigger impact, providing not just warm food, but for the body.
2020: Working During a Pandemic
The pandemic didn’t stop us. It made our mission more important. In 2020, we raised $800 to purchase 80 rotisserie chickens and 30 sweaters. With masks, gloves, and precautions in place, we delivered meals to camps along the Coyote Creek Trail, Roosevelt Park, and St. James Park.
The year was challenging for everyone, but the people we served reminded me of all our resilience and generosity. Despite having so little, some even shared their meals with others. Moments like these are why we do this.
2021: Persevering Through Challenges
A sprained ankle and pouring rain delayed our annual Chicken Run to December 30, but we made it happen. With 120 chickens and 75 flannel shirts, we visited camps along Monterey Highway and into the Tully community.
Even in difficult conditions, people were kind, and grateful. One man offered me a brand-new tent to give to someone else, while another woman shared rice lunches she had cooked on her food truck. These acts from those with so little humbled me.
2023: A Family Effort
This year, we raised $1,600 again and delivered 150 chickens and warm jackets to camps and individuals in downtown San Jose. It was a special year for two reasons: my grandfather joined us for the first time, and I contributed my own earnings from refereeing fencing tournaments.
The smiles and gratitude we encountered, as people shared their meals and jackets with others, reminded me why we do this. As I handed out meals and ventured deeper into camps with my dad, I saw firsthand that even small gestures could spark joy and hope.
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SoJo Foundation
Serving the San Jose area