Learn a little about the history of Pasadena Village and how they got their start!

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City Impact Inc. received a grant to help sustain their after-school program for 65 children/youth in community housing for low-income, migrant/agriculture farm workers.  The funds will be used for costs associated with employee salary and benefits, program supplies, mileage reimbursement, van expenses, cell phones, Internet access, field trips and nutritious snacks.  The mission of City Impact is to promote the educational, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of at-risk/high-risk children, youth and the families they serve through their programs.  City Impact also received a grant from the Leo Buscaglia Foundation in 2010.

“City Impact collaborates with Ventura County Sheriff’s Office and local agencies/organizations to work with gang involved youth who need one-on-one intervention to help navigate through the complex process of goal setting, becoming employable, gaining work experience, and obtaining a job.   Case Managers (CM) work with youth/young adults (15-24) involved in or at-risk of gang involvement.  Individualized service plans are goal-orientated and focus on education, employability and resources needed to overcome barriers.  CM’s provide the continuity of services needed for individuals to be successful.  Counseling services are also offered in this program for youth and family members.

After-School Program provides educational and enrichment activities at the Recreation Center in Cabrillo Village in Ventura.   Our staff assist children and youth with homework assistance, and the opportunity to relax and play in a safe and supervised environment.  Physical activity and purposeful play are incorporated into all planned activities (hiking, bowling, swimming, etc.).  “

Click here for more information on City Impact Inc.

“Last week Melody and her family graduated from Door of Hope!

‘I just want to thank all the staff from Door of Hope for taking in me and my children in our difficult time. It was a blessing to me and my family and we are so thankful for all the support Door of Hope has given us!’ “

Click here to learn more about Door Of Hope.

“You don’t need Valentine’s Day to tell someone you care about them! But then again it doesn’t hurt to send someone a little something. Every year around Valentine’s, Big Sunday wants everyone to feel cared for, especially people who might be overlooked. So join us Feb. 10th as we put together goodie packages and write cards for shut-ins, veterans, seniors, hospitals, and many more. Of course, we’ll have a delicious dinner and plenty of games! We’re also collecting shelf-safe foods for the amazing youth homeless shelter, Covenant House California. Let us know you’re coming by signing up; we’re excited to have you! “

Click here to learn more about Big Sunday. 

“Our literacy programs give students a unique and engaging way to help ill children while expanding their own reading skills. Children and teachers mirror The Jester’s journey on a Read-A-Thon that earns Jester books and dolls for hospitalized children in their community.

One fourth grader said, “This is the best thing our school has ever done.”

Our educator manuals offer teachers valuable tools to reinvigorate the learning atmosphere with fun, innovative, teacher-originated activities.

For years to come, teachers will benefit from creative, standards-based lesson ideas using concepts in The Jester Has Lost His Jingle to expand learning in all subject areas.

Students at over 180 participating schools have read 40 million pages to bring the Jester’s joy to thousands of ill children around the country.

Educators throughout the country endorse The Jester & Pharley Phund for providing exciting ways to motivate students to expand their reading skills and develop character.”

Click here to learn more about The Jester & Pharley Phund. 

“In our years of working directly in hospitals, we have seen firsthand that illness affects the whole family. we are grateful to be able to provide services to patients AND the family and friends who support them. ❤️#lipstickangels #healinghearts #fightingcancer”

Click here to learn more about Lipstick Angels.

“Join us on Sunday, January 27th from 10AM-2PM at Plaza de la Raza for a FREE, family event hosted by Juanita’s Foods in celebration of National Menudo Month 2019! Vive La Tradición will feature performances by Lupita Infante (granddaughter of the legendary Pedro Infante), Alvera De Leon, Mariachi Los Reyes, Mariachi Alma Angelino, Plaza de la Raza Mariachi Youth Ensemble and Pasión de Mi Tierra Dance Company. #NationalMenudoMonth #ViveLaTradicion”

Click here to learn more about Plaza De La Raza. 

“Our 9-week Hospitality Academy Program has officially kicked off! We have partnered with Anaheim Union High School District to educate students, grades 9-12, for careers in restaurants, hotels, and other tourism-related industries. #ChefBrunosHospitalityAcademy
THANK YOU CHEF PASCAL.ANTONELLO.JEAN PIERRE DUBRAY OF PELICAN HILL AND BRAZIER LAURENT AND MAURICE TO HELP US TEACHING ALL THE KIDS.”

Click here to learn more about Caterina’s Club. 

Jericho Road Pasadena received a grant to be applied to general operations for JRP’s budget of $162,000.  The mission of JRP is to build nonprofit capacity by matching the professional talents of highly qualified volunteers with the needs of community-based nonprofit organizations to promote community development, strengthen social services and enrich the lives of volunteers.  Jericho Road Pasadena also received a grant from the Leo Buscaglia Foundation in 2014.

Learn about how Haven Academy of the Arts got their start.

“Fifteen years ago, a teenaged Sunday School teacher partnered with Oceanside Christian Fellowship’s (OCF) Worship Director to battle a well know nemesis in the world of theatre: the cheesy church drama. Dissatisfied with most of the Christian scripts available for church performances, Rebekah Hellerman and Margy Emmons began writing their own musical productions. OCF Youth Theatre was born. Over the years the program morphed from an alternative Christmas production to a full-fledged youth arts program where kids ages 6-18 had numerous opportunities to explore the arts within the safety of a church environment where directors and choreographers cared deeply for each individual child.

Each summer, Rebekah would return home from college to direct a musical. OCF Youth Theatre sponsored four successful Summer Theatre Camps, producing well-known family musicals such as Oliver! and Beauty and the Beast, and participating in outreach in inner-city Los Angeles. With its program doubling in numbers in two short years, Rebekah sensed the need for a year round program where youth could participate in the arts in a safe and nurturing environment. Families who had no connection to OCF Church were signing up to participate in camps and productions. Rebekah noticed the impact OCF Youth Theatre had on the youth who participated. Lives were being transformed.”

In 2007, under the guidance of mentors and friends, Rebekah founded Haven Academy of the Arts, a non-profit organization designed to carry on the traditions of OCF Youth Theatre all year long. OCF Church graciously allowed this new non-profit to use its classrooms and auditorium for rehearsals and performances. Haven opened its doors in September 2008 with its first musical production, The Sound of Music. As a small, start up non-profit, the production featured 30 youth from both OCF and the local community. Haven produced three more musicals that first year and offered a K-5 art class.

Today Haven Academy of the Arts has produced over 25 musicals and serves roughly 300 students annually. Our South Bay productions range from 40-140 cast members, while our new Pico Union branch brings Haven’s after-school arts program directly to under-served youth from the Pico Union neighborhood of inner-city Los Angeles. Our alumni have gone on to be teachers, pastors, nurses, musicians, children’s ministry directors, missionaries, and dentists. We have nurtured incredible leaders who have returned to our program to serve as choreographers, stage managers, administrators, and directors. Haven Academy of the Arts is leaving a legacy with its students, and our students are leaving their own legacy as leaders in the community.”

Click here to learn more about Haven Academy of the Arts.