We are a non-profit organization that provides HUD-subsidized housing for independent seniors and handicapped residents. For the past 16 years I have hosted Thanks- sgiving dinner for residents. For the past 5 years I've contacted Hands On Bay Area for volunteers to help set up, serve, and clean up on Thanksgiving. If it weren't for Hands On Bay Area volunteers, I would be doing this event on my own, as I did pre-HOBA. I was so delighted the first year volunteers came to help. I couldn't believe how efficient, helpful and happy these people were. Each year since, the same types of lovely people come to help me help my residents, and I'm still delighted and in awe of the spirit of the HOBA volunteers. I am happy to have this venue to thank all those people who continue to give so much of themselves on this very special holiday.