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Article Published November 25, 2025.

Light Hope for Homeless Families on Giving Tuesday!.

You can make a difference for families in crisis on Giving Tuesday, Dec. 2! We need your help to renovate […]

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Article Published October 17, 2025.

Join Us on Nov. 8 for a Toast to Jacques Pépin.

You’re invited to celebrate the 90th birthday and immense legacy of Chef Jacques Pépin with Leslie Sbrocco of KQED’s “Check, […]

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Article Published September 24, 2025.

Young Parents Find Help for Stronger Futures.

Progress made by struggling young families show our program offering early support for parents aged 18 to 24 years old […]

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Article Published August 13, 2025.

Shape Your Legacy in Make-A-Will Month.

August is Make-a-Will Month, a national observance to encourage everyone to make a will to protect the people and causes […]

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Our impact

We provided 882 people with shelter and housing last year

We serve 15,000 meals each month for our residents

70 trainees benefited from culinary instruction and job opportunities last year

51% of our staff have lived experience of homelessness

Learn about our innovative campus

We completed two years of construction in 2025 to create an innovative campus that includes training, supportive employment and affordable housing. Your support will unlock new futures for years to come.

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We’re here to help

Homeward Bound of Marin is the primary provider of Marin County homeless shelters and resources for homeless families and individuals in Marin, California. If you are experiencing homelessness in Marin County, please contact us to find out about our programs.

Resources for Families

Help for Families

Resources for Adults

Help for Adults

Resources for Veterans

Help for Veterans

So much more than housing

We provide hands-on culinary training to provide core skills for new career opportunities. Our mission-driven businesses employ trainees and others overcoming challenges to workplace success.

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Fresh Starts Culinary Academy.

Our flagship job-training program offers 10 weeks of hands-on learning and classroom instruction. Trainees receive job placement support and other assistance.

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The Key Room.

A flexible, modern event space available to rent for meetings, workshops and special occasions. Your event makes a difference in ending homelessness.

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Wagster Dog Treats.

These healthy cookies baked in our kitchen combine familiar ingredients into irresistible dog treats. Every batch is made by people working toward better futures.

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Aaron found home after 20 years

Hear how your support helped Aaron create a new life in supportive housing, with a roommate, a job and space for his artistic hobbies.