Nashville Songwriters Live, a benefit fundraiser for Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference held for the 3rd year on February 27, 2026 at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom, was a resounding success! More than 600 attendees enjoyed a non-stop show full of surprises, featuring nationally touring artists Greg Barnhill , Morgan Myles , and CJ Solar . The show was hosted by the electrifying Mark Mackay, who worked closely with Hands4Hope staff and the volunteer Nashville S

We're taking a shot that you believe in the power of giving youth a platform to make their voices heard on issues affecting our community, and providing them with opportunities to take action in their own way. We got a tip off that El Dorado Community Foundation is offering Match Madness, now through April 3, and Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference is eligible to win just by getting an assist from you. Every donation of $50 puts us in the game to be the $3,000 Grand Champi

We are delighted to welcome Matt Hinkle to the Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference Board of Directors. In his professional life, Matt is Head of Global Operations at Franklin Templeton. Matt joined the Board of Directors to help the community's youth as they develop into the leaders of the future. We are grateful for the expertise he brings to the board, with his broad professional background and his personal perspectives as a Hands4Hope parent. Tell us about yourself. I’m

Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference is delighted to welcome Dignity Health as a new Visionary Sponsor in 2026! Dignity Health shares our commitment to supporting youth, empowering them to serve their communities, and fostering healthier, more compassionate neighborhoods. Their sponsorship will help local youth develop leadership, empathy, and a sense of purpose while making a real difference in the lives of those most in need. "We are deeply grateful for Dignity Health’s p

Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference is growing our team! As we expand our programs into South Lake Tahoe, we are looking for a new staff Program Coordinator to support this growth. The key responsibilities of the Program Coordinator in South Lake Tahoe are: Mentor and guide middle and high school youth as they plan and lead service-learning projects and club activities Coordinate and manage monthly outreach events, including logistics, safety, and community partnerships Re