Ways to Help
Save The Berkeley Flea Market
Why We Are Raising Support
The Berkeley Flea Market and Community Services United (CSU) are raising support to strengthen, rebuild, and expand the programs that serve our community every weekend. As a historic cultural landmark, the Berkeley Flea Market has been a home for small businesses, families, artists, and local culture for over 50 years. To keep this legacy alive, we must invest in the market’s growth, safety, and long-term sustainability.
We are raising support because:
1. The community depends on us.
Thousands of families, seniors, children, and small vendors rely on the Berkeley Flea Market for resources, income, and connection. Your support helps us continue to be a lifeline for the community.
2. We are rebuilding and improving the market.
Funding helps us upgrade equipment, seating, signs, safety stations, Kidz Zone, Senior Lounge, and vendor services so the market can grow into a cleaner, safer, and more organized environment.
3. We want to provide more free programs.
Support allows CSU to host:
- Kidz Zone activities
- Senior Lounge services
- Community workshops
- Business development sessions
- Sunday Brunch events
- Bingo & Bites
- Food & resource drives
- Cultural and musical programming
4. We are protecting a cultural landmark.
The Berkeley Flea Market is more than a market — it’s history. It represents music, culture, grassroots business, and the spirit of the Ashby community. Support helps us preserve this legacy and pass it on to future generations.
5. Small businesses need a place to grow.
Many vendors depend on the BFM as their main source of income. Funding helps us provide affordable vendor spaces, better vendor support, and stronger business resources.
6. We believe in community empowerment.
Every donation helps CSU deliver programs that uplift, support, and educate the community — from youth to elders.
Your Support Makes Everything Possible
By raising support, we can continue expanding programs, improving the market, and ensuring the Berkeley Flea Market remains a safe, vibrant space for everyone.
Funding
The Berkeley Flea Market (BFM), operated by Community Services United (CSU), depends on strong community support and financial contributions to continue serving families, vendors, artists, youth, and seniors across the Bay Area. Funding helps us preserve this historic marketplace while expanding programs that uplift and strengthen our community.
Why Funding Is Important
Your support allows the Berkeley Flea Market to:
- Maintain a safe and vibrant community marketplace
- Provide affordable vendor spaces to small businesses
- Host cultural events, live music, and arts programs
- Supply free resources to seniors, families, and youth
- Operate Kidz Zone, Senior Lounge, and community outreach stations
- Improve market infrastructure, signage, cleanliness, and safety
- Support local entrepreneurs and emerging vendors
- Preserve the cultural legacy of the Ashby community
Donating Food
The Berkeley Flea Market and Community Services United (CSU) welcome safe, packaged food
donations to support our weekend programs, Kidz Zone, Senior Lounge, volunteers, and community
outreach events. Your contributions help us provide snacks, drinks, and essential items to families,
children, and seniors who visit the market. Accepted Food Donations
All donated food must be sealed, shelf-stable, and non-perishable, including:
• Bottled water
• Juice boxes & juice pouches
• Packaged snacks
• Crackers, chips, cookies
• Granola bars, fruit snacks
• Canned goods (non-perishable only)
• Shelf-stable items
Not Accepted
To ensure safety and proper storage, we cannot accept:
• No produce (no fruits, vegetables, or fresh items)
• No meat (raw, cooked, frozen, or packaged)
• No homemade food
• No expired or open items
Why Food Donations Matter
Your food donations help CSU:
• Support children in the Kidz Zone
• Provide refreshments for seniors
• Assist families in need
• Strengthen community engagement
• Make every weekend welcoming and supportive for all
Every donation directly helps us give back to the community we serve.
Thank you for supporting the Berkeley Flea Market and CSU
Back to School
The Berkeley Flea Market and Community Services United (CSU) proudly host our Back to School Donation Drive to support students and families in our community. Your generosity helps children start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.
Accepted Donations
All donated items must be new or gently used (backpacks only) and in good condition:
- Backpacks
- Notebooks, binders, folders
- Pens, pencils, markers, crayons
- Glue sticks, scissors, rulers
- Lunch boxes, water bottles
- New socks & new shoes
- Basic hygiene kits (sealed only)
- Calculators & school supplies
Not Accepted
To ensure safety and dignity for students:
- No used clothing
- No damaged backpacks
- No expired hygiene items
How Your Donations Help
Your contribution directly supports:
- Families facing financial hardship
- Elementary, middle, and high school students
- Community youth programs
- CSU weekend resource distribution
Every donation provides opportunity, encouragement, and support to students throughout the Berkeley community.
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