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I am nominating Fiona because she lives kindness in a way that is rare and real. What sets Fiona apart is not just what she gives, but who she sees. While working at Summer Kitchen, she would regularly give up…

Lilia Vizcaino is a mother, entrepreneur, and the heart behind El Tiny Café, a coffee shop in South Berkeley she founded with her family, that has grown into something much bigger than a place to get coffee. Lilia has built…

Yasmin is an extraordinary advocate for students at Berkeley High. She goes all out to support, particularly low income and first generation students, to successfully apply to college. I’ve seen Yasmin help countless students and stay after school well beyond…

Lucas is not just a director of the Boost program which prepares and supports students throughout their high school journey at the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business, he is also one of the kindest people who truly loves working…

By way of Tokyo and New York, Midori travelled alone to California with two things — a suitcase and kindness! Since first arriving in the Bay Area 15 years ago, Midori consistently volunteers her time to help others in local…

Jocelyn and Walter’s porch concerts bring neighbors together through music while raising support for local nonprofits, turning simple gatherings into lasting community care.

Paul and Cindi welcome international students through global gatherings, local hikes, practical support, and a steady sense of home for those far from theirs.

Ms. Linda Smith is the Stiles Hall Office Manager, and she is truly the heart of the space. Founded in 1884, Stiles Hall is a private, non-profit agency dedicated to serving the broader community while enriching the lives of students…