Haven is excited to announce our first service opportunity at Berkeley’s Dorothy Day House since Covid. On Sunday, September 29th, from 2 - 6 pm, we have the chance to serve our unhoused neighbors in partnership with this vital organization, located in the Veteran’s Memorial Building in Downtown Berkeley.

Volunteers will assist staff in preparing and plating dinner for the evening. Space is limited, so we are seeking two groups of up to three people per group, each taking a two-hour shift. Volunteers must be twelve or older to participate.

This is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference and explore whether this could be a meaningful, ongoing service partnership for Haven. Those who serve are encouraged to share their experience with Haven leadership afterward as we consider if this could be a good ongoing service partnership for our community.

Sign up for a shift using this Google Sheet. We look forward to serving with you!

This effort is part of the global movement of Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimages happening in 18 countries and 145 cities. You can read more info about the global movement here.

Collectively, we will walk for 22 miles, the distance from Gaza City to Rafah (either all or in sections), walking with millions who have been displaced, fleeing their homes amid the ongoing violence.

The East Bay- Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage will take place on March 23rd, 2024. It will begin at 7:00 AM in Berkeley and end at 7:00 PM in Alameda, with various stops along the way. Our route, subject to minor change, may be viewed here. 

For more info about the East Bay event, use this link.

Full Event Info
📅 Date: Saturday, March 23rd
🕖 Total Time: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

The first leg will be from roughly 7 AM to 10 AM beginning at Cesar Chavez Park and ending at St. Columba. It will include an opening ceremony and then about 5 miles of walking through Berkeley. 

Berkeley Leg Info
🕖 Time: 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
📍 Starting Point: Cesar Chavez Park, Berkeley
📍 Ending Point: St. Columba

Our very own Ginny Prince will be representing Haven as the point person for the first leg of the walk. We encourage all interested members of our community to join Ginny during this time. However, you're welcome to walk for longer if you choose.

To RSVP or for more information, please contact Ginny. Don't forget to wear your Haven T-shirts to represent our community during the pilgrimage. Feel free to invite friends and family of all faiths to participate in this meaningful event.  And bring water and wear sunscreen!

Let's come together in solidarity and support for peace.