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Hanna Center Celebrates 75 years in Sonoma with silent auction
Since 1945, Hanna has walked with more than 4,000 youth on their healing journeys. In recognition of this momentous anniversary, they are bringing together youth, staff members, and incredible supporters for a special celebration on Saturday, April 20th, for a sparkling evening of inspiring stories, uplifting entertainment, and dazzling dancing.
Sonoma’s Hanna Center to honor McNeely couple at gala
We have been so fortunate to have the McNeelys’ support in this monumental year as we’ve opened the campus to the community and created new programs like our Community Mental Health Hub,” said Marisa Binder, vice president of development for Hanna Center.
Construction trades program offers free training in Sonoma
Work and career opportunities are often excellent for our graduates. The key is to get (ourgraduates) into an apprenticeship and then, of course, for them to do well in it, says FrankCuneo of North Bay TIP.
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Events
Trade Apprenticeship Readiness Program
Hanna Center Auditorium, 17000 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CANorth Bay TIP is a Certificated Apprenticeship Readiness Program that will introduce you to apprenticeship in the many building and construction trades. This program will allow you to explore many trades and prepare you with the skills and confidence needed to succussfully apply and enter a state registered trade apprenticeship that is right for you!
Career Expo
Hanna Center is inviting the community to a Career Expo on our campus on May 1 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Sonoma-area youth, ages 16-26, and their families are encouraged to attend the free event, which will feature nearly 30 exhibitors, all local employers representing a wide variety of career options.
All Stories
Hector – Scholarship Story
Hector was living in poverty and an unstable environment when he first entered Hanna Center. “I had to make changes in my life,” he says. “Hanna taught me independence and I learned more about my faith.
Mary Jay – Hanna Donor Profile
A faithful donor for many years, Mary Jay gives because she and her brother ‘did not have the option of going to a refuge like Hanna’ when they were both growing up in an abusive household.
Victor Paredes
Midway into his freshman year at Vallejo High School in 2019, Victor’s mom pulled him out, fearing for his safety after learning that he had recently joined a gang.
The Shepherd Does Not Discriminate
In the book, “The Last Temptation of Christ,” there is a scene where the devil slithering like a snake goes up the back of the cross, out of view of everyone.
Why I Support Hanna Center – Rick Airaudi
Rick Airaudi and his family began monthly donations to Hanna not long after Hanna was established in 1945. Rick’s father, Claude, started the tradition, which continues to this day.
Meet Hanna Center’s Executive Chef, Jorma Walker
The ‘Hanna Hall of Fame’ feature spotlights a staff member, alumni, donor or student who demonstrates
the dedication, integrity, commitment and loyalty that collectively makes Hanna Center ‘home’ for so many.
Media Inquiries
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