March 24, 2010 > Abode Services breakfast raises $200,000 Abode Services breakfast raises $200,000 Submitted By Carol Arata Photos By courtesy of Carol Arata Abode Services is pleased to announce that its Fifth Annual Journey Home Fundraising Breakfast raised more than $200,000 in contributions and pledges. Approximately 400 guests enjoyed the one-hour program that was held on Thursday, March 11 at the Fremont Marriott. Due to the generous support of sponsors, 100 percent of the proceeds will directly benefit Abode Services. Fremont Bank, Kaiser Permanente, Washington Hospital Healthcare System, Symantec, Devcon, Solyndra and Sisters of the Holy Family were event sponsors. For five consecutive years, Abode Services has received a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, America's premier charity evaluator, for its ability to efficiently manage its finances. Only five percent of the charities rated have received five consecutive four-star evaluations, indicating that Abode Services consistently executes its mission in a fiscally responsible way and outperforms most charities in America. For further information on how you can support Abode Services' work to end homelessness, contact Carol Arata, Director of Development, at (510) 657-7409 ext. 203 or email carata@abodeservices.org.