Donate to Assistance Dogs of the West to Fund SB's Successor Service Dog

About This Fundraiser

After 8 incredible years, my service dog is preparing for a well-deserved retirement. I’m now raising funds to welcome their successor from Assistance Dogs of the West—a highly skilled companion who will help me continue navigating life with safety, confidence, and independence.

Any contribution, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated and will support this important transition. Thank you for being part of this journey.

Activity

SB G posted an update
8 days ago

$1,254 Raised at the El Cerrito Winter Makers Market!

I’m still feeling so grateful after an incredible day at the El Cerrito Winter Makers Market today. The outpouring of community support was truly heart-warming. From old friends stopping by to say hello, to wonderful neighbors, to brand-new acquaintances discovering my work for the first time—every interaction made the day feel special.


Sharing art in a space filled with so much kindness and curiosity is a gift. I loved the chance to talk about process, materials, inspiration, and all the tiny details that make each piece feel alive.


Thanks to your generosity, we raised $1,254 toward my next service dog. I’m deeply thankful for everyone who showed up, shared a moment, or took a piece home.


What a beautiful reminder of the strength and warmth of this community. Here’s to more art, more connection, and more shared stories ahead.

SB G posted an update
8 days ago

$393 Raised at the Colusa Circle Tree Lighting & Holiday Fair!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by during the Colusa Circle Tree Lighting & Holiday Fair on November 30th. It was such a beautiful evening—glowing lights, kind faces, and a wonderful sense of community.


I loved sharing my work with you all, chatting about process, and hearing what pieces spoke to you. Your generosity and enthusiasm mean so much, and together we raised $393 toward my next service dog.


I’m grateful for every conversation, every connection, and every bit of support. Looking forward to the next gathering—thank you for being part of this journey.

SB G posted an update
23 days ago

$240 Raised at the Jack London Square Patchwork Show!

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to support me at the Jack London Square Patchwork Show! It was an amazing day filled with great conversations, beautiful weather, and a chance to connect with so many talented artists and makers.

I had the pleasure of sharing live wheel throwing demos, and it was such a joy to see people’s curiosity and excitement about the craft. It’s always a rewarding experience to talk with visitors about my process and the techniques behind creating each piece.

I’m so grateful for the chance to engage with so many new faces. Every conversation, every shared moment, brings me closer to my next service dog and I’m so thankful for the continued support from everyone who stopped by.

Looking forward to more shows and updates ahead—thank you all for being part of this journey!

SB G posted an update
about 1 month ago

$503 Raised at the Albany Middle School Community Craft Fair!

A huge thank you to everyone who supported the pottery sale at the Albany Middle School Community Craft Fair! Thanks to your generosity, we raised $503, all of which will go directly toward helping bring home my future service dog from Assistance Dogs of the West. Your contributions mean so much and are making this important transition possible.

Every donation, whether from a purchase or a kind contribution, brings me one step closer to  a highly skilled companion who will help me continue navigating life with safety and independence. I'm incredibly grateful for this community's support and couldn’t do it without you!

Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you again for being part of this journey.