Volunteer Spotlight: Anne Finigan

We love Anne Finigan! She's been volunteering at Family House since the early days in 1981!

Staff Spotlight: Monica Rodriguez

Name: Monica Rodriguez

Where did you grow up? Born in San Jose, Costa Rica and moved to Oakdale, California when I was 3 years old. Grew up in Oakdale, and moved to San Francisco when I started college at San Francisco State.

Position at Family House: Hospitality Service Coordinator

Reason for working at Family House: I have a passion for helping others and being a support system to anyone who is going through a rough time. I have a big heart and want to spread love in any way I can!

Favorite thing to do in San Francisco:  Catch a Giants game and eat lots of Ghirardelli chocolate.

What makes you special? I’ve got red lips, a heart of gold, and deep love of Hispanic cuisine!

Cabernet for Connoisseurs 2017

The 22nd Annual Cabernet for Connoisseurs event is Family House’s biggest annual fundraiser. This year, over 350 guests joined 59 pouring vintners to have fun and raise money for Family House! Thank you to everyone who made this memorable night possible - all of the attendees, the donors, the volunteers, and naturally, all of the vintners! We are so lucky to have such an incredibly generous, supportive community, and some of the best wine in the world right in our own back yard. Lots more photos at facebook.com/FamilyHouseSanFrancisco

Staff Spotlight: Sarah Eastland

Name: Sarah Eastland 

Where did you grow up? Sebastopol, CA

Position at Family House: Hospitality Coordinator 

Reason for working at Family House: I love getting to work directly with the families who stay at Family House. 

Favorite thing to do in San Francisco: I’m currently on the hunt for the best burger in San Francisco. The research for this project has been one of my favorite things to do. Ask me for some recommendations! 

What makes you special? : I have lots of unusual skills – I can juggle, tap dance, and I’m a trained balloon artist. 

What's the story behind the photo? 

This picture was taken by my lovely coworker, Anna Lark, during a day of adventures.