Local mENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES for youth
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Non-profit trauma prevention and treatment for youth
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Resources, support groups, and education for youth and parents in our community.
Volunteer & Intern Directory
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Local non-profit human service organization. “FSA improves the health and well-being of our community’s most vulnerable children, families and seniors by ensuring access to food, shelter and other basic needs, as well as providing case management, advocacy, and mental health programs”
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AHA! equips teenagers, educators, and parents with social and emotional intelligence to dismantle apathy, prevent despair, and interrupt hate-based behavior. Programs for teens and parents available:
community organizations & Volunteer opportunities for nature connection
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An opportunity for kids of all ages to connect with nature in a group setting. Kids get the opportunity to explore Santa Barbara’s beautiful nature spots, while playing games and hearing stories. Programs run during school, after school, and in the summer. Adults have the opportunity to participate as volunteers or staff.
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An important local organization that restores our native habitat. Volunteer opportunities abound.
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Connecting children of all ages and abilities to nature and making it accessible to all
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Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center employs equine-assisted services to inspire, strengthen, and motivate people of all ages and capabilities. Volunteer opportunities available.
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Opportunities for guided nature connections with the wonderful soul of Tamara Murray. Public and private offerings available.
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Volunteer opportunities as well as education on composting
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Become a member to support on-going conservation efforts in our community. Volunteer, take a class, or find a summer camp to send your kid.
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A volunteer-led community garden on the Mesa
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Food From The Heart is a non-profit organization started in 1994 by Evelyn Jacob that prepares & delivers healthy nutritious food once a week to low-income individuals in our community who are dealing with major illnesses, surgeries, or failing health and have difficulty fully caring for themselves. Volunteer opportunities to harvest, prepare meals, and deliver meals available.
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A local non-profit farm in Summerland, that provides fresh, pesticide-free food to underserved and food-insecure populations in Santa Barbara County. You can volunteer to grow, harvest, and distribute healthy produce while supporting sustainable farming practices and education.