In January 1925, the Berkeley Daily Gazette highlighted a fundraising effort led by the Community Chest to support local youth and social services. Community members were urged to donate as youth faced unprecedented pressure during a tumultuous decade. Funds raised during this campaign were utilized to support various organizations, including health services, childcare, and assistance for struggling families. Important services such as school lunches, day care for working mothers, and temporary housing were provided, impacting hundreds of local residents and ensuring vital support for the community's most at-risk populations.
The Berkeley Community Chest fundraising campaign in January 1925 was focused on supporting youth in the community, addressing critical social service needs during a challenging era.
Organizations like the Boy Scouts and Red Cross were part of the Community Chest's efforts, which provided vital services such as school lunches and childcare for struggling families.
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