Amador Valley High School’s Habitat for Humanity club is partnering with the international organization, Habitat for Humanity, to host a Thanksgiving dinner for families in need. The initiative provides an opportunity for students to make an impact while engaging with their community.
“We’re collecting canned food, clothing, and supplies to contribute to the dinner. Thanksgiving is all about giving back, and this event allows us to engage the community meaningfully,” said Club Secretary Sooha Kim (‘26).
Dinner Preparation
The dinner is open to military personnel, singles, and families facing financial challenges, ensuring that no one feels left out during the holidays. While the event is the seventh annual dinner for Habitat for Humanity, it’s the first time Amador’s chapter has contributed to the cause.
“It’s mostly funded by donations—whether it’s food, volunteer time, or gift cards to grocery stores, which ensure the event’s success,” said Club President Claire Yung (‘26).
This year, the club has faced unique challenges, including the temporary banning of its Instagram account. Despite this setback, members remain focused on collecting supplies through word-of-mouth, flyers, and personal outreach.
Holiday Activities
Beyond the Thanksgiving dinner, the club has ambitious plans to expand its efforts during the holiday season. Discussions are underway about hosting a Christmas toy drive to provide gifts for children in need.
“We’re discussing making the Christmas drive an annual event. It’s not hard to organize, and it’s a great way to contribute to the holiday spirit,” said Kim.
Volunteering
The club also provides valuable experiences. For students under 16 who cannot participate in building homes, opportunities such as prepping supplies for projects and organizing events are available. For older students, hands-on volunteer work can provide real-world skills in architecture and construction careers.
“Habitat for Humanity is a fantastic way to fulfill the school’s volunteer hour requirement while gaining meaningful experiences. We especially want freshmen to join because they need those hours and this is a rewarding way to earn them,” said Yung.
The Habitat for Humanity club at Amador Valley is an outstanding example of community engagement and holiday spirit. Through their contributions this Thanksgiving, they aim to build not just homes, but hope and kindness in their local community.
