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Reflections and Announcement in a Season of Transition

Dearest Braid Community, As many of you will be aware, Rebecca and I have been in a year of transition. I have been in the process of...
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Important resources for ICE activity in the Bay Area

As ICE operations begin in the Bay Area today, we are concerned for some of our Braid families and other neighbors who may be affected. [Note: Braid...
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Mini golf that supports youth in foster care

Designed by more than 150 local artists, Stagecoach Greens Mini Golf has always been by the community for the community. Centrally located in the heart of San...
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An Important Announcement from Braid Founder Chris

Dear Braid Community, I am writing to inform you about a change in my role as a Co-Director of Braid. As many of you will be aware,...
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When Soccer Is More Than A Sport

In 2022, Josh started searching for ways to contribute more to the community. He wanted to help others and discover more about himself in the process. [caption...
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From Doubt to Double Major

Do you remember Anthony’s story from last year? Today, we’re following up with this proud 2023 high school graduate and Braid youth. When Anthony lost his father...
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Game On

Earlier this spring, my role at Braid took me to new and unfamiliar territory: the Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco. This all came about because...
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Giving Back In Many Ways

Every year, Saige transforms a $250 donation into over $1,000.  What sounds like a philanthropic magic trick is actually thanks to her employer’s matching and volunteer programs. ...
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Only 61.4%

We’re celebrating TEN graduates this summer! Five high-school students, three middle-school students, and two elementary-school students—all mentored by Braid Mission volunteers—graduated from their prospective schools this year....
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“I’m too busy to volunteer.”

If you’re visiting our website, you likely have a heart for youth in foster care and want to know how you can support them… …but you’re also...
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