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We are celebrating recent Hope Refuge graduate Dariana and this important milestone in her journey toward a brighter future. At […more…]
When it comes to sex trafficking, everyone wants to talk about rescue – the dramatic swooping in and saving of […more…]
Olive Crest’s Hope Refuge Campus in Santa Barbara County provides a safe place for young survivors of sex trafficking to […more…]
A century after Casa del Herrero was established as the private estate of industrialist George Fox Steedman, and more than three […more…]
The Community Environmental Council’s annual Green Gala is giving the first word of the event’s name extra emphasis for this […more…]
Unite to Light is responding to the devastating floods and avalanche that struck Nepal on August 26, destroying homes, roads, […more…]
A historic “Super” El Niño is actively developing in the tropical Pacific Ocean, with climate experts currently suggesting there’s better […more…]
Grace Fisher’s story has been shared frequently in Santa Barbara and beyond, but it bears repeating as it relates to […more…]
It’s no accident that dance is at the front of the new oversized magazine promoting the 2026-27 UCSB Arts & […more…]
Casa del Herrero is excited to announce our upcoming event, Casa in Bloom, a garden party on Saturday, July 25, […more…]
Spirit Awakening Foundation (SAF) wears its heart on its sleeve…or at least at the top of its website. “We believe […more…]
Glimmers Childhood Cancer Foundation President Vanessa Decker didn’t know what to do with herself when her 13-year-old daughter Ava passed […more…]
Venezuela, located at the northernmost tip of South America, occupies a typically enviable spot in the middle of the tropics. […more…]
Many people in Montecito and environs probably only think of 805UndocuFund as the community-based organization on high alert about immigration […more…]
Megan Birney Rudert isn’t one to rest on her laurels. On the last Sunday in April, the Unite to Light […more…]
Melinda Cabrera has been in her position as CEO of the United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County […more…]
This May, Unite to Light celebrated the International Day of Light by bringing together global leaders, researchers, nonprofit partners, and […more…]
Mental Wellness Center welcomed 245 guests under the stars at Alma Rosa Winery on May 30 for its second annual […more…]
First 5 Santa Barbara County was established in 1999 after California voters passed Proposition 10, a state constitutional amendment that […more…]
NatureTrack Foundation invites the community to its May Special Screening, From Wings to Waves, an inspiring evening of films that […more…]
For one weekend each year, the historic plaza at Old Mission Santa Barbara transforms asphalt into a living canvas of […more…]
It’s a pleasure to address the Giving List Community during Earth Month. It is a time when we celebrate our […more…]
Heal the Ocean began back in August 1998 shortly after Hillary Hauser published an editorial in the Santa Barbara News-Press […more…]
There’s a reason why the Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation chose this week’s issue for their opportunity to be the […more…]
Return to Freedom’s Founder Neda DeMayo has had horse sense since her earliest memories. “Horse was my first word,” DeMayo […more…]
Dear Giving List Community, As Earth Month invites both reflection and renewed resolve, we’re delighted to share theClientEarth Americas 2025 […more…]
The I Madonnari Street Painting Festival, much-beloved mainstay of Memorial Day weekend for many decades, is more than two months […more…]
Hillside’s Disability Independence Day Festival is a family-friendly event on Saturday, July 25th from 11am – 3pm with carnival games, […more…]
24 to 26 March 2026 | Free global virtual summit Justice doesn’t just happen by accident. It’s fought for, defended, […more…]
March is National Brain Injury Awareness month, but at Jodi House it’s the everyday focus, as the four-decade old nonprofit […more…]
ClientEarth USA attorney Benjamin Segal led the research and writing of a new report exposing the true scale of Illinois’s […more…]
We’re thrilled to share that in exactly two weeks—on Thursday, March 5th at 9 AM PST / 12 PM EST—our […more…]
From natural disasters to a dismantling of the EPA to violence against citizens in Minneapolis and across the US, there […more…]
Plenty of local folks probably aren’t aware of CIMWI, let alone what the acronym stands for – Channel Islands Marine […more…]
Lots of local Santa Barbara residents, long-timers and newbies alike, have strong opinions about whether the nine-block stretch of State […more…]
February 20 event at the SYV Grange features films exploring courage, creativity, and connection to nature The NatureTrack Film Festival […more…]
Join Return to Freedom for the Opening Day of their 2026 program season, and a celebration of Spirit’s 31st birthday on May 9 at their Lompoc headquarters sanctuary! The […more…]
It’s nearly time! Storyteller’s annual gala, Color the World: Hues of Love is right around the corner! On February 21, Storyteller […more…]
What does street medicine look like in real life? It looks like compassionate care delivered directly to our unsheltered neighbors […more…]
The Resilient Book Launch was held on Sunday, January 25th at the Grace Fisher Foundation Inclusive Arts Clubhouse from 1:00–3:00 pm. The mother-daughter authors shared a […more…]
The Winter Music Showcase is the Grace Fisher Foundation’s signature event of the year, supporting free, year-round arts programs at the Inclusive Arts Clubhouse.This […more…]
Channel Islands Marine & Wildlife Institute (CIMWI) is having a busy start to the new year which is typically our “slow […more…]
Storyteller has been around for nearly four decades, rising from humble beginnings as a roped off section of Transition House […more…]
At the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM), every visitor, exhibit, and harbor memory is part of a larger story — […more…]
New Year’s Day was more than a week ago, but NatureTrack founder and Executive Director Sue Eisaguirre hopes people are […more…]
NatureTrack is excited to introduce something new for the Santa Ynez Valley community: NatureTrack’s FREE Special Screening Series. These curated […more…]
“I’ve been reflecting deeply on what it means to show up,” Housing Works’ Executive Director Celina Alvarez writes in her […more…]
In the first week of this year, from the fifth floor of our Santa Monica office, we witnessed the Pacific […more…]
Belém, often called the “Gateway to the Amazon,” lies just a few dozen kilometers from dense rainforest, reinforcing its symbolic […more…]
One of the major fallouts from the Covid pandemic was the effects of isolation on every member of society. But […more…]
A few weeks ago Setarah Homayoni and Kimberly Blake joined ClientEarth Americas attorney Hana Heineken and Executive Director Danielle Lackey […more…]
The Search Dog Foundation (SDF) has announced the deployment of seven specialized canine disaster search teams to Washington state as […more…]
Wilma Melville founded the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation in 1996, a year after witnessing the dearth of rescue dogs […more…]
Santa Barbara Museum of Art’s Executive Director and CEO Amada Cruz is understandably proud of the museum’s current exhibition. The […more…]
A month ago, New Beginnings’ innovative annual benefit event filled Center Stage Theater four times with two different theatrical pieces […more…]
Nestled in the heart of Montecito, Casa del Herrero stands as one of Santa Barbara County’s most extraordinary yet underappreciated […more…]
A healthy planet is rooted in healthy working lands. The Community Environmental Council (CEC) works alongside farmers, ranchers, and land stewards […more…]
Cottage Health is entering a new era of innovation while staying true to its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate care. […more…]
For nearly 80 years, Direct Relief has stood ready to meet the cascading challenges of global disasters, delivering life-saving medicines, […more…]
For over 80 years, Hillside in Santa Barbara has been committed to building a community of compassion and dignity for […more…]
In perhaps one of the most challenging times for undocumented immigrants in American history, the Legal Aid Foundation of Santa […more…]
In the rolling hills outside Santa Paula, California, a stirring ceremony is afoot. Four young first responders from Oklahoma Task […more…]
On Ellwood Mesa, a second grader watched dolphins crest the waves and whispered, “Pinch me so I know I’m not […more…]
In the late 1960s, a small group of volunteers in Santa Barbara launched what would become one of the county’s […more…]
The Santa Barbara Museum of Art has long united people of all ages through inspiring art experiences. In the heart […more…]
In Santa Barbara Harbor at dawn, the masts of sailboats clang softly as a yellow school bus from Lompoc pulls […more…]
Storyteller has the humble “once upon a time” origins that befits its fairytale-like journey for the families and children it […more…]
“When you have a passion or a calling, that is what you do. You don’t have a choice.” That reality […more…]
Miller McCune Executive Director of UCSB Arts & Lectures Meghan Bush recently replaced Celesta Billeci, who had spent 25 years […more…]
On a recent afternoon at the Santa Barbara Zoo, a third-grader sat motionless before her untouched burger, politely declining offers […more…]
When disasters strike the Central Coast, not everyone has equal access to help. For those in the 805 community who […more…]
In the sun-drenched expanses of Santa Barbara County, where coastal breezes carry whispers of isolation, a white cat named Snow […more…]
Emily Everett-Nelson’s life changed the day she volunteered to work at a dog shelter. On her first day, Everett-Nelson recalls, […more…]
“My goal was always to change the world. You know, nothing too dramatic,” Dr. Sam Dover, co-founder and director of […more…]
Despite Santa Barbara’s seemingly vibrant, prosperous community, some of its youngest residents face invisible barriers to health and wellness that […more…]
In a classroom at Santa Barbara High School, a student named Arturo sat slumped in his chair, disengaged from another […more…]
Drive through Inglewood, past the largest urban oil field in the United States, and you’ll see them everywhere: skeletal metal […more…]
In the shadows of Santa Barbara’s picturesque coastline, where million-dollar homes overlook pristine beaches, a different economic reality exists among […more…]
The first five years of a child’s life lay the foundation for how they’ll do in school and beyond – […more…]
State Street has long been the beating heart of Santa Barbara. Like many downtown corridors across America, it has faced […more…]
In the face of a devastating diagnosis that would break most spirits, 13-year-old Ava Decker chose to fight not just […more…]
At age 17, Grace Fisher was a budding musician, a creative spirit on the cusp of adulthood. Her world was […more…]
The ocean’s importance to the Earth mirrors the importance of blood to human life – a profound reminder that our […more…]
Santa Barbara is hardly a winter wonderland where people gather on a frozen lake to frolic on ice skates during […more…]
In a small corner office of the Shoreline Community Church, immigrants can find a much welcome pathway to the American […more…]
A dam was just 23 when he suffered a stroke that nearly took his life. He spent two weeks in […more…]
In a world where anxiety and stress affect children at unprecedented rates, one Santa Barbara organization is teaching our youngest […more…]
Marie was a victim of sex trafficking before she turned 13. “I was stuck in the lifestyle, always wanting to […more…]
The Central City East neighborhood of Downtown Los Angeles goes by another moniker – one familiar to the public and […more…]
Return to Freedom (RTF) is a national nonprofit wild horse conservation organization. Founded in 1997 by Neda DeMayo, RTF is […more…]
In an era where technology dominates our daily lives, you might wonder if public libraries still matter. According to Lauren […more…]
Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue (SBCSAR) was ready when an experienced paraglider had an issue with equipment and was […more…]
In Santa Barbara County, vulnerable youth face an invisible crossroads every day. Some are on the verge of dropping out […more…]
Most of us take light for granted. We flip a switch, the light comes on. But for an estimated 700 […more…]
Casa del Herrero is making headlines! Last week, KEYT featured Casa del Herrero and its path to restoration. Thanks to […more…]
Four-Star Rating for 15th Consecutive Year Highlights Operational Excellence and Humanitarian Impact Charity Navigator, America’s top independent nonprofit evaluator, has […more…]
The NatureTrack Film Festival (NTFF) invites film lovers and nature enthusiasts to its annual “Best of the Fest” screening on […more…]
Executive Director Greg Gorga has been part of the staff of the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) for nearly 19 […more…]
Founded in 1968 as a small community counseling center, New Beginnings has evolved into a powerful agency with four core […more…]
Villa Majella is SB County’s only maternity home, providing safe shelter, 24/7 support, transportation, warm meals, and access to vital services. […more…]
Santa Barbara Museum of Art is proud to announce that it will be the only western US venue of a […more…]
The Community Environmental Council (CEC) signature fundraising event, known as the Green Gala, is returning to the Bakery Block, the […more…]
Join the Community Environmental Council on Saturday, September 27 for a celebration of resilience to honor our collective strength as […more…]
For the first time in six years, Chowderfest, the much-cherished annual fundraiser for the Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara […more…]
In the wake of catastrophic flooding across parts of Central Texas, search efforts began in affected areas, where first responders […more…]
Direct Relief has a new President and CEO, Amy Weaver having taken the reins from retiring Thomas Tighe, who over […more…]
The United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County’s mission is to enable all young people – especially those […more…]
After a nationwide search, UCSB ended up turning to its own backyard to find the new Miller McCune Executive Director […more…]
The Search Dog Foundation believes that they can help every dog that enters theiur program be successful in whatever type […more…]
Join Hillside for a Disability Independence Day Festival at Hillside! This fun-filled and family-friendly event is a great way to […more…]
Opening Night Features Keith Malloy’s Acclaimed Documentary “Fish People” from Award-Winning Bimarian Films NatureTrack Foundation, recently honored as the 2025 […more…]
The NatureTrack Foundation is proud to announce Ellery Pierce as the recipient of the 2025 NatureTrack Nancy Stearns Scholarship, awarded […more…]
Summer is often a slower season for NatureTrack, the nonprofit organization which was founded with the goal of creating opportunities […more…]
Direct Relief has debuted a new public service announcement featuring Emmy Award-winning actress, comedian, and long-time supporter Jane Lynch. In […more…]
Set Sail for an Evening of Smooth Tunes and Celebration As part of its 25th anniversary celebration year, the Santa […more…]
On May 20, 2025, the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors officially proclaimed the month of May as Search and Rescue Month, honoring the […more…]
UCSB Arts & Lectures and the Santa Barbara County Office of Arts and Culture present the FREE outdoor summer film […more…]
The Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara will continue its innovative Access to Counsel pilot program with the City of […more…]
The Association for Environmental & Outdoor Education (AEOE), in partnership with Ten Strands and the California Environmental Literacy Initiative (CAELI), […more…]
New Beginnings is thrilled to announce their 2025 Annual Gala on October 25th, and is seeking sponsors. This year’s focus is the […more…]
Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue (SBCSAR), established decades ago by the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department to provide vital […more…]
In response to the tragic unintentional shooting death of 15-year-old Ethan Song in Connecticut, Ethan’s Law was introduced in Congress […more…]
Jodi House chose this issue to be the focus of this week’s Giving List column because March is National Brain […more…]
Housing Works has always been on the front lines of Los Angeles’ homelessness crisis, doing whatever it takes for as […more…]
Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue (SBCSAR), long recognized for its dedication to delivering critical first aid and emergency response, […more…]
Sue Eisaguirre, founder and Executive Director of NatureTrack wanted to document and give a huge thank you to all the […more…]
Thirty-seven years after its founding in the parking lot at Transition House – where the goal was simply to create […more…]
On November 2nd, 2024, New Beginnings held its Annual Gala in the form of a performance of The Boys Next […more…]
Hillside is already in the works planning two exciting events scheduled for later this year! The Santa Barbara nonprofit couldn’t […more…]
Thirty years ago this coming April, FEMA-Certified Canine Search Specialist Wilma Melville and her black lab Murphy spent a week […more…]
Attention all seniors in North County High Schools. Submissions for next year’s opportunity to earn the $5,000 NatureTrack Foundation’s Nancy […more…]
When Amada Cruz took over as Santa Barbara Museum of Art’s new Robert and Mercedes Eichholz Director and CEO about […more…]
Earlier this fall, the Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County (LAFSBC) marked its 65th anniversary with an early evening […more…]
Hillside’s 8th Annual Shining Light on Abilities kicks off on Saturday, December 7th and runs through December 31st at 1235 Veronica Springs Road in Santa Barbara. […more…]
California’s goal to reach carbon neutrality by 2045 can feel daunting and somewhat elusive. The Community Environmental Council (CEC) believes […more…]
Since 1891, Cottage Health has carried out its mission to serve the community by providing healthcare of the highest quality. […more…]
Direct Relief navigates the war zones in Ukraine to deliver cystic fibrosis medications, transports Mpox vaccines to clinics in the […more…]
In the early 1940s, Hollywood director George Cukor brought his ailing nephew over from England, along with a nurse. His […more…]
Anybody who has seen a police procedural or legal drama on TV knows that criminal suspects not only have the […more…]
How many times has a family stared in slack-jawed wonder as the adorable new family dog tears around and around […more…]
NatureTrack Foundation, founded by Sue Eisaguirre in 2011, began with a clear vision: to bridge the gap between K-12 students […more…]
A man in his 40s with tears in his eyes walked into Santa Barbara’s New Beginnings Counseling Center late one […more…]
A hiker in Santa Barbara’s wilderness hasn’t returned home, a biker crashes off the trail, a runner collapses from dehydration, or […more…]
A cool breeze blows as a group of students walk through the Carpinteria salt marsh and down to the beach. […more…]
The Santa Barbara Museum of Art has a long-standing tradition of uniting people of all ages through a diverse range […more…]
In the first five years of life, a child’s brain will develop to 90% of its capacity, according to the […more…]
UCSB Arts & Lectures turns denizens of the local community into citizens of the world. “We bring the world to […more…]
When Diego first joined the United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County last year, severe separation anxiety made […more…]