Tri-Valley Breast Cancer Awareness Month Volunteer Opportunities
October is here, and with it comes Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a time to honor survivors, raise awareness, and support life-saving research. In Pleasanton, the Tri-Valley, and throughout the East Bay, there are countless ways to get involved. At Connect California Homes, we’re proud to support this cause and invite the Pleasanton and Tri-Valley community to join us in making a difference this October.
We’re excited to kick off the 3rd Annual Connect to a Cause! This October 2025, we’re going pink once again to support Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention in Pleasanton, the Tri-Valley, and the broader East Bay.
Why Volunteering in Pleasanton and the Tri-Valley Matters
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a time when communities across the globe come together to raise awareness, fund research, promote prevention, and provide support to those affected by breast cancer. At Connect California Homes, we’re proud to contribute to this important cause and invite our friends and neighbors in Pleasanton, throughout the Tri-Valley, and across the East Bay to join us in making an impact.
Volunteering during Breast Cancer Awareness Month is one of the most meaningful ways to help. By donating your time in Pleasanton or anywhere in the Tri-Valley and East Bay, you can support survivors, educate the community, and assist vital research efforts—all while helping foster hope and unity throughout the local community.
Here are some local nonprofits in Pleasanton, the Tri-Valley, and the East Bay where you can volunteer and make a difference:
Susan G. Komen Northern and Central California (Northern California)
With a strong presence across the Tri-Valley and East Bay, Susan G. Komen offers volunteer opportunities for Pleasanton residents and others. Get involved in fundraising events, awareness campaigns, or local walks to support breast cancer research and prevention in Pleasanton and nearby communities.
Address: 150 Post St, Ste 755, San Francisco, CA 94108 | Visit Website
Culinary Angels
Livermore’s Culinary Angels prepares and delivers nutrient-rich meals to cancer patients and caregivers throughout the Tri-Valley. Volunteers learn to cook with healthy, seasonal ingredients, helping families in Livermore, Pleasanton, and the wider East Bay feel supported during their cancer journey.
Address: 164 N L Street Livermore, CA 94550 | Visit Website
Bay Area Cancer Connections (San Mateo)
This nonprofit offers workshops, support groups, and counseling for individuals and families in the East Bay. Volunteers from Pleasanton and the Tri-Valley can assist with programs that provide guidance and resources for those affected by breast cancer.
Address: 1511 S. Claremont Street, San Mateo, California 94402 | Visit Website
Women’s Cancer Research Center (Berkeley)
Serving diverse communities across the East Bay, this nonprofit relies on Pleasanton volunteers to provide education, practical assistance, and emotional support to women at risk for or diagnosed with cancer. Pleasanton residents help strengthen the East Bay network of care for cancer patients.
Address: 2908 Ellsworth Street, Berkeley, CA 94705 | Visit Website
HERS Breast Cancer Foundation (Fremont, San Leandro, Livermore)
HERS supports breast cancer patients at all stages, offering post-surgical products and services. Volunteers from Pleasanton, the Tri-Valley, and the East Bay help advocate for patients and provide essential resources to ensure dignity and comfort.
Address: 2500 Mowry Ave #130, Fremont, CA 94538 | Visit Website
Get Involved This October in Pleasanton and the Tri-Valley
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a chance for Pleasanton, the Tri-Valley, and the East Bay communities to unite, volunteer, and give back. Even if you can’t volunteer, donations to local organizations like Culinary Angels go a long way to support cancer patients across Pleasanton and the surrounding area.
Join the 3rd Annual Connect to a Cause in Pleasanton!
We invite you to attend our 3rd Annual Connect to a Cause! Celebrate and give back at BottleTaps Restaurant in Pleasanton on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Pleasanton’s BottleTaps will donate 15% of profits to Culinary Angels, and all raffle ticket proceeds benefit this amazing cause. Come together with the Pleasanton, Tri-Valley, and East Bay communities for an evening of fun, connection, and giving back.
This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Pleasanton residents and the Tri-Valley can make a real impact. Volunteer, donate, or join local events—every action counts in the fight against breast cancer!
