Are you, or do you know, a high school student passionate about mental health? Apply for YouthWell’s Youth Advocacy Board internship and make a […more…]

Chuck Madson knows a lot about the possible consequences of believing that your opportunities are limited. A Central Coast native, […more…]

There was no doubt that top staff at the nonprofit YouthWell would show up at the sold-out Arlington Theatre last […more…]

When Rachael Steidl’s daughter started struggling with depression and anxiety in 9th grade, her good grades, sports, charm, and active […more…]

When Diego first joined the United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County last year, severe separation anxiety made […more…]

FUTURE for Lompoc Youth was born from a passion to empower the next generation of Lompoc residents. Co-founded by Chuck […more…]

In a world where the pressures of daily life can feel overwhelming, many families find themselves stretched thin – caring […more…]

It’s been a landmark year for major anniversaries in Santa Barbara. The Granada Theatre launched its year-long Granada 100 celebration […more…]

Family Service Agency (FSA) of Santa Barbara County, also known as Santa Maria Valley Youth and Family Center and Guadalupe’s […more…]

Seniors experiencing depression or related mental health challenges have a new resource to help them retain their independence and improve […more…]

Family Service Agency’s (FSA) work is the very stuff that powers a vibrant community from within and makes it whole. […more…]

For the past 50 years, Santa Maria Valley Youth & Family Center (SMVYFC) has provided vital mental health counseling and family […more…]

Freedom 4 Youth’s Director of Development & Advocacy Dylan Griffith and Executive Director Dr. Billi Jo Starr knew immediately what […more…]

Dunn School’s Kalyan Balaven, head of school for the private co-ed college prep boarding and day school in Los Olivos, […more…]

At first blush, Yaskin Solano may seem like a typical native of Santa Barbara. He grew up here, and he […more…]

“Ne Tentes Aut Perfice.”  This is the Latin motto that students and faculty at Dunn School, a private co-ed college […more…]

Across Santa Barbara County, as is true around the country, more children and adolescents are experiencing challenges to emotional well-being, […more…]

There are a number of reading programs for students in Santa Barbara, including several administered by nonprofits. Tina Hansen McEnroe […more…]

AHA!, a Santa Barbara nonprofit, is offering a by-donation 12-week teen program in person! Ally Group, AHA! Juniors, Creative, Girls Group, & Music […more…]

Family Service Agency (FSA) of Santa Barbara County announced that it has voted in a new slate of leadership for […more…]

Nueva sesión para La Granja Más Pequeña — ¡Regístrese ahora! Adolescentes: aprenden habilidades biodinámicas para manejar una granja, de una […more…]