in support of covenant house california - oakland

The bL team members cherish our tradition of community service and we are constantly on the lookout for volunteer opportunities that can best utilize our collective skills in design and construction. This year, we are really excited to partner with Covenant House California (CHC) in making improvements to their Oakland facility at Jack London Square.

"CHC is a non-profit youth homeless shelter that provides sanctuary and support for homeless and trafficked youth, ages 18-24. We believe that no young person deserves to be homeless; that every young person in California deserves shelter, food, clothing, education … and most importantly, to be loved. Now serving over 4,700 youth a year, CHC provides a full continuum of services to meet the physical, emotional, educational, vocational, and spiritual well-being of young people, in order to provide them with the best chance for success in independence."

Photo above shows a mural designed and painted by a group of young artists at CHC Oakland: an expression of struggles and changes.

Covenant House California: 3-D model of Rights of Passage Lounge

the 'rights of passage' lounge

In consultation with the location leaders in this facility, we are making plans to upgrade an underutilized space to create a multi-purpose room for meetings, tv watching, gaming, as well as homework and arts & crafts. We will finalize the design and implementation of all the built-in pieces but we still need help in furnishing the space.

As the holidays approach in a year filled with traumas and tragedies, we all feel especially grateful to have family and friends, and to have a roof over our head. Please join us in making this home more comfortable and attractive for the youngsters.

Please send a check payable to Covenant House California at 200 Harrison street, Oakland, CA 94607 and specify in a memo that it is for the Rights of Passage Lounge.