Daly City Partnership
Event recap · The Partnership Table 2026
One table. Many generations. A stronger community.
More than one hundred neighbors, volunteers, partners, and leaders pulled up a chair at The Partnership Table: Building for Generations — and raised more than $8,000 for the children, families, and older adults of our community.
COLMA — On Thursday, October 15, more than 100 community members gathered at the Colma Community Center for The Partnership Table: Building for Generations, Daly City Partnership’s annual fundraising luncheon.
Volunteers, neighbors, elected officials, nonprofit partners, board members, and supporters came together to celebrate more than 30 years of service and a shared commitment to the children, families, and older adults in our community.
Together, we raised over $8,000 to support DCP’s programs and services. Beyond the funds raised, the afternoon celebrated the relationships, generosity, and shared commitment that make our work possible.
When we strengthen one generation, the impact reaches the next.
More Than a Luncheon
The Partnership Table was an opportunity to reflect on what it means to build a community where people can find support through every stage of life.
Daly City Partnership served more than 18,500 individuals in FY 2025–26 through food and basic necessities, mental health counseling, youth enrichment, family support, and services for older adults.
With the number of individuals served increasing approximately 16% over the previous year, the luncheon also highlighted the growing need for a strong, accessible community safety net.
Our impact, at a glance
Event totals as of October 2026 · Service figures from Daly City Partnership program records, FY 2025–26
Celebrating the People Behind the Impact
A highlight of the afternoon was recognizing ten dedicated volunteers whose generosity and service help make DCP’s work possible. From distributing groceries to supporting older adults and welcoming families, these volunteers represent the heart of community service.
The 2026 volunteer honorees
Mental Health
Christine NgFrom intern to group leader
Senior Support Services
Maraud MalicdemImpact begins with genuine connection
Janeth NunezJust showing up can change a life
Josh NunezThe laughter keeps him coming back
Food Bank & Basic Needs
Maria BaclayOur resident chef
Ana GarciaA cake, a translation, a warm welcome
Hector RosalesFrom client to cornerstone
Brenda HurtAlways ready to lend a hand
Annette NoviOur baker-in-chief
Jeanette FeinbergShe brings people together
Stories That Connect Us
The heart of The Partnership Table was hearing how community support changes lives.
Guests heard the story of Fatima, a mother of three who received rental assistance and transportation support during a difficult period — a reminder of how timely help can strengthen an entire family.
I was desperate to pay the rent. I’m a single mother with three kids — and they helped me.
One of my personal favorite moments was hearing Ann Lujan and Cindy Arellano share, in their own words, what DCP’s older adult programs have meant to them. Both expressed heartfelt appreciation for the programs and the dedicated staff who show up week after week, providing consistent support, encouragement, and connection.
Ann shared how the programs helped her move out of isolation and reconnect with her community. Her encouragement for others to get involved was a powerful reminder that community connection can transform lives, and that everyone has something meaningful to contribute.
“We all need a community. We need to get together and be together.”
Ann LujanBrunswick Senior Housing resident, HART participant
“For me, Daly City Partnership is more than an organization that provides services. It is a place that feels like home.”
Cindy ArellanoBrunswick Senior Housing resident, HART participant
Hector Rosales, one of our volunteer honorees, also shared his journey from receiving support to giving back — proof that the impact of one act of kindness can reach far beyond its original recipient.
“Deep down inside, people just want to help other people.”
A Community Coming Together
The luncheon brought together leaders from across Daly City, South San Francisco, San Mateo County, local school districts, and community organizations. Their participation reflected the importance of collaboration across government, education, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and residents.
- Catherine StefaniCalifornia Assemblymember
- Juslyn ManaloDaly City Councilmember
- Mark NagalesVice Mayor, South San Francisco
- Mike StancilExecutive Director, Daly City Partnership
- Melinda DartBoard President, Daly City Partnership
Generosity in Action
Throughout the afternoon, guests showed their support through donations, pledges, and a raffle featuring nine prizes, including a signed Stephen Curry jersey.
Adding to the excitement, Stacey Wagner of Kaiser Permanente surprised guests with an impromptu auction of courtside Golden State Warriors tickets, raising additional funds for DCP. It was a wonderful example of the generosity, spontaneity, and collaborative spirit that made The Partnership Table so special.
The Afternoon in Photos
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Building for Generations
The need for community-based services continues to grow, even as funding becomes increasingly uncertain.
For more than three decades, Daly City Partnership has helped families navigate difficult moments while creating opportunities for stability, connection, and growth. But no organization can meet these challenges alone.
During the afternoon’s giving appeal, Board President Melinda Dart reminded guests of the importance of flexible community support that allows DCP to respond where needs are greatest.
A stronger community isn’t built by one person or one organization. It’s built together.
The Partnership Continues
The connections made at The Partnership Table extend well beyond one afternoon. Here’s where you can pull up a chair next.
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See event detailsHelp build what’s next
You have a place at The Partnership Table.
Whether you make a gift, volunteer your time, introduce a new community partner, or share our story, you help a neighbor through every stage of life.
Our heartfelt thanks to Ramirez Roofing, sponsor of The Partnership Table luncheon, and to every guest, speaker, volunteer, board member, staff member, and community partner who helped make the gathering possible.
Empowering generations. Building community. Shaping futures.
Together, we’re building for generations.
Daly City Partnership · Recap published October 2026