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From Milpitas to Kenya: Siblings bring STEM education to Nairobi students

Every Saturday morning for the past two years, a group of students in Nairobi, Kenya has gathered together in a classroom… The 15 students, ranging...

17-year-old Sanaah Pande’s nonprofit has provided $100,000 in free dental care to veterans

When Sanaah Pande was in 8th grade, she interviewed a 100-year-old veteran named Rafael Garcia. He told her that, while serving in the Navy,...

Milpitas High student creates nonprofit to reduce local food waste and save backyard produce

Aanya Pradip has always been interested in finding ways to use technology for social good. That’s why, at 17 years old, she started her...

From $1 to market rate: City of Milpitas considers major rent increase for food pantry

After paying around $1 in rent for the past 11 years, the Milpitas Food Pantry might have to start paying market rate.  The Milpitas Food...

Kiwanis Turnaround Scholarship program gives Bay Area students a second chance

Last week, on May 14, the Kiwanis Clubs of Division 12 hosted the Garden of Hope Turnaround Scholarship Benefit at The Ranch at Silver...

Organizations rally in Milpitas to support unhoused & immigrant residents amid policy shifts

On Saturday, February 28, Milpitas nonprofit Hope for the Unhoused (H4U), in partnership with Working Partnerships USA and Randall Elementary School, hosted a Lunar...

Milpitas Wishes: Local donors step up to support community members in need

Story by: Eric Shapiro and Robert Jung The Milpitas Rotary Foundation, in a joint effort with The Milpitas Beat, has completed its 2nd annual Milpitas...

Milpitas Wishes: How to help local families this holiday season

As the holidays draw near, we’re reminded of the power of generosity—especially when it is directed toward families facing hardship here in Milpitas. The Milpitas...

Federal budget cuts could deepen homelessness crisis, Milpitas nonprofit warns at conference

This past Saturday, August 23, at the Milpitas Police Department (1275 N. Milpitas Blvd.) conference room, local nonprofit Hope for the Unhoused (H4U) hosted...

MUSD middle school students recognized for their STEM work in MAGIC program

When Ira Pramanick observed that young girls were often discouraged from pursuing STEM, she decided to do something about it. Ira started the More Active...

Sattvic Meals Foundation in Milpitas is committed to addressing student hunger

Last month, on March 8, the Sattvic Meals Foundation officially held its grand launch, drawing in dignitaries and community members from across the Bay...

Hidden gem in Milpitas: A Cow Sanctuary in the hills

Tucked away in the hills of Milpitas is a peaceful place where all time seems to stop… This place is known as Sri Krishna Balaram...

$3300 in gifts delivered to families of Milpitas Wishes Program

Norma Morales, an SLS Supervisor of Well-Being of Immigrant and Refugee support for the Milpitas Unified School District (MUSD), has always looked for ways...

The Kiwanis Club of Milpitas & its legacy of positivity

Sponsored by Milpitas Charity Bingo. For over three decades now, the Kiwanis Club of Milpitas has worked to provide mentoring and support to youth in...

Milpitas nonprofit Fancy Dancers, Inc., receives recognition in national competition

Article sponsored by Milpitas Charity Bingo.  Milpitas nonprofit Fancy Dancers, Inc., is celebrating its 40th year. Founded by Patty Jensen, the group recently returned from...

Milpitas Knights: A legacy of shaping student athletes for over 60 years

Article sponsored by Milpitas Charity Bingo.  For over 60 years now, the Milpitas Knights have created sports and sports-related opportunities for Bay area youth. “We...

Bay Area Tutoring Association is receiving a $15,000 grant from Supervisor Otto Lee

Amid a recent countywide increase in unhoused students, Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors Vice President Otto Lee has ensured that $15,000 in grant...

Queen Elf Jennifer Cullenbine is retiring from the Family Giving Tree

Family Giving Tree (FGT), the renowned Milpitas gift-giving nonprofit, announced today that its founder and CEO Jennifer Cullenbine will be retiring at the end...

Milpitas Community Heroes celebrated at inaugural event

During a special June 11 meeting, the Milpitas City Council held its first ever Community Heroes Awards, honoring outstanding individuals and groups who have...

PARI Foundation in Milpitas empowers youth through education

Article sponsored by Milpitas Charity Bingo.  PARI Foundation, a Milpitas nonprofit with the mission of supporting education and empowerment for rural and underprivileged students, has...

The power of giving back: Milpitas Executive Lions Club’s impact on the community

Article sponsored by Milpitas Charity Bingo.  For the past 22 years, the Milpitas Executive Lions Club has been devoted to volunteerism and community involvement, with...

Milpitas nonprofit SHEKonnect is on a mission to support teen girls who have lost their mothers

For these last few years, Deborah Grant has been aligned to a deep calling… In 2021, she founded SHEKonnect, a nonprofit that provides life skills...

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