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OUR STORY

The River of Life Foundation (ROLF), a 501(C)(3) humanitarian organization, directly addresses these challenges by providing basic aid to individuals and communities facing challenges in Santa Clara County and worldwide.

In Santa Clara County, over 125,000 households struggle to meet their basic needs, while globally, 712 million people live in extreme poverty and are deprived of consistent access to nutritious food, safe housing, and educational opportunities.

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VALUES

● R (Resilience): We believe in the resilience of individuals and communities to overcome challenges and build strong foundations and futures for themselves.
● O (Outreach): We believe in outreach to foster equity and empower individuals with resources and opportunities while prioritizing transparency, collaboration, and accountability.
● L (Love): We believe in serving others with a foundation of love and compassion to make a positive impact in the lives of others.
● F (Forward Thinking): We believe in fostering a forward-thinking ethos that champions diversity and inclusivity, empowering all individuals to thrive and excel in shaping a future of collective progress.

Explore our work to see how ROLF cultivates a hopeful future for individuals in our local and global communities.

What We Do

The River of Life Foundation, founded 16 years ago, was inspired by a vision of a river of compassion flowing through communities, driven by service and volunteerism, to uplift and empower those facing hardships, fostering a transformative cycle of hope and support.