08/10/2026
Community Partner,
When one woman in our community is facing an overwhelming hardship, even a small act of kindness can remind her that she does not have to walk through it alone.
The Helping One Woman (HOW) Discovery Bay Chapter has selected Patricia Barreda Lo-Piano as its honored recipient. Patricia’s husband is battling aggressive throat cancer, and she has remained faithfully by his side as his primary advocate, caregiver, and source of strength.
A serious cancer diagnosis affects every part of a family’s life. Along with the emotional and physical toll come medical appointments, treatments, travel, missed work, household expenses, and countless unexpected financial burdens. Patricia has devoted herself to supporting her husband through this difficult journey. Now, we have an opportunity to support her.
Helping One Woman is a nationwide 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with local chapters that bring communities together to restore hope to women experiencing difficult circumstances. Please note that contributions made specifically for Patricia are considered personal gifts to the recipient and are not tax-deductible, even though Helping One Woman is a nonprofit organization.
Your business may participate by:
• Making a monetary gift in any amount
• Providing a gift card, product, or service for the event drawing
• donating a dessert
• purchasing a ticket to the dinner and attending
No gift is too small. When many caring people and businesses come together, even modest contributions can create meaningful support for a family facing an unimaginable season.
To contribute or learn more, please contact:
Tricia Piquero - Direct message or email [email protected]
Thank you for considering this opportunity to stand with Patricia and her family. Your generosity will do more than help meet practical needs—it will give Patricia comfort, encouragement, and the knowledge that she is surrounded by a community that cares. Together, we can help restore hope—one woman, one family, and one act of kindness at a time.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Learn more about Helping One Woman at helpingonewoman.org.