One Person Who Makes a Difference

Since 2006 I've been stopping by Jill's house to be a part of the "stocking stuffers" production for senior citizens and shut-ins. Her modest effort that began 13 years ago with 32 bags has expanded to a count of 1,380, each filled with personal-care items, sweets, and paperback books.

The bags are destined for clients of Catholic Charities, Meals on Wheels, and the Veterans hospitals. Her volunteers are recruited from the church, the Foster City Police and Fire Departments, the Boy Scouts, and especially the Santa Clara Thunderbird Club. Last year her efforts were recognized by NBC11 Bay Area news, WTG, Jill.