Rubicon Richmond

Rubicon’s comprehensive programs serve East Bay residents on their paths to economic mobility. Our array of services provides individuals with the tools they can use to overcome systemic barriers to employment and opportunity. All of our programs are free to our participants.

We serve:

Location

101 Broadway, Richmond, CA 94804

Contact us

Phone: (510) 412-1706
Email Rubicon Richmond

Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8:30AM – 5:00PM. Closed 12:00PM – 1:00PM
Friday: 8:30AM – 12:00PM

Extended Computer Lab Hours:
Tuesday: 5:00PM – 7:00PM

Extended Hours for Men’s & Women’s Support Groups:
Thursday: 5:00PM – 7:00PM

Services Offered

Family Services

Our dedicated team offers coaching on parenting, fatherhood, motherhood, and other related supports.

Financial Planning

We offer courses on financial literacy. We assist our members with applying for financial assistance. We also provide free tax services.

Education & Training

We assist our members with applications to schools and workshops. We offer résumé trainings to support the job search.

Employment Assistance

Our dedicated team works with members to succeed in their chosen career paths. We offer assistance with résumé writing, job applications, interview preparation, and professional clothing to wear for the interview.

Health & Wellness

We encourage our members to seek treatment and recovery programs, one-on-one counseling, and group supports. We provide courses on healthy eating, exercise, and cooking. We also offer free transportation to health and dental appointments, including tests for COVID-19.

Housing Assistance

Our team works closely with housing partners across Contra Costa County. We meet with our members to discuss their options on shelter placement, rental assistance, SLEs, down payment assistance, and eviction prevention.

Legal Services

Our team works closely with various legal partners, supporting a wide range of needs, from child support and record expungement to court fines and support letters.

Public Benefits

We assist our members with applications to receive government assistance, such as Medi-Cal, Cash Aid, and CalFresh.

Coaching & Mentoring

We support our members in their efforts to build valued and empowered lives. We help members set goals and connect to the resources they need to thrive. We also work alongside our members, partners, and allies to increase and maintain excellent accountability.

Ongoing Peer Support

Our dedicated team encourages members to support one another—it is critical to our success. We offer social events and support groups, working with each member to form a network of support that suits their needs.

Participant Spotlights

Jacquelyne

“I'm thankful for the opportunity, and I'm glad I was able to work with Rubicon because they changed my life in a positive way. The impact that it's made on me and my family is something that can't be replaced.”

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Mario

“I’m proud that I am able to be where I am at this stage in my life. I’ve overcome some serious obstacles. It’s been a struggle. But I’ve conquered them all, thanks to Rubicon.”

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