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The Best Ways to Volunteer in Your Community
Volunteering is one of the most impactful ways to give back, offering not only personal fulfillment but also a tangible difference in the lives of those around you. When you dedicate your time and effort to community service, you contribute to a stronger, more connected society. Whether you are helping at a local shelter, mentoring
READ MOREReal Ways to Help the Unhoused in Tracy
When you see someone experiencing homelessness in your community, it’s natural to want to help. But knowing what actually helps, and what might unintentionally do more harm than good, can be difficult to figure out. At Tracy Community Connections Center (TCCC), we work every day with individuals experiencing homelessness, and we’ve learned what makes the
READ MOREDo’s and Don’ts When Helping Homeless People in Tracy, CA
When you cross paths with people experiencing homelessness, you might wonder: How can I actually help? At Tracy Community Connections Center (TCCC), we work directly with our unhoused neighbors, and we’ve learned what truly makes a difference. If you want to help, here’s what we urge you to keep in mind. DO: Connect People to
READ MORETCCC’s 1st Annual Homeless Memorial
On the first day of winter, Tracy Community Connections Center (TCCC) paused our outreach work to honor community members who died while experiencing homelessness in Tracy. We gathered behind New Heart Church on Bessie Avenue on Saturday, December 21, 2024. TCCC staff, volunteers, and neighbors prayed, and heard the names of 44 people we lost
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Winter in Tracy doesn’t bring snowstorms or below-zero temperatures, but don’t let the milder weather fool you. For people living outdoors, winter is brutal. Cold nights, biting winds, rain, and damp clothes create dangerous conditions, especially for those with health issues. At Tracy Community Connections Center (TCCC), we see firsthand how winter multiplies the risks
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