Community Colleges of Ventura County Ranked Among Top 25 in State for Student ROI
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Community Colleges of Ventura County Ranked Among Top 25 in State for Student ROI The distinction reflects the three colleges’ work to support access to economic mobility Camarillo, Calif. (Aug. 18, 2025) — All three Community Colleges of Ventura County—Moorpark,
Pete Parker Named Ventura College Foundation Director of Development
Pete Parker has been named the Ventura College Foundation’s Director of Development. He is responsible for acquiring major gifts and managing the planned giving program. His efforts are designed to build a solid college donor base for both unrestricted and restricted needs. Parker is a product of the community college system and knows the barriers to education that students face. Parker utilized this knowledge during his tenure as executive director of the Oxnard College Foundation. “While the
People’s Self-Help Housing Celebrates 55th Anniversary!
People’s Self-Help Housing Celebrates 55th AnniversaryTeam members gather to mark significant milestone in the organization’s history FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Central Coast, CA, August 18, 2025 – This month, People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) celebrated 55 years as an organization. To commemorate this historic milestone, staff gathered to reminisce on past achievements and to look forward to the next half century. “What a privilege for an organization to celebrate 55 years,” said Ken Trigueiro, PSHH CEO &
City of Ventura to host 2025 State of the City and Open House at City Hall
For Immediate Release August 7, 2025 Contact: Jennifer Nance, Public Information Officer pio@cityofventura.ca.gov City of Ventura to host 2025 State of the City and Open House at City Hall Ventura, Calif. — The City of Ventura invites community members to its 2025 State of the City Address and Open House on Wednesday, September 17, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Ventura City Hall, located at 501 Poli Street. This free, family-friendly event offers residents a unique opportunity to connect
BrightStar Care of Santa Barbara County and West Ventura County Celebrates 8 Years of Compassionate, High-Quality Home Care
BrightStar Care of Santa Barbara County and West Ventura County Celebrates 8 Years of Compassionate, High-Quality Home Care BrightStar Care of Santa Barbara County and West Ventura County proudly marks its 8th anniversary of providing exceptional in-home care and medical staffing services to families and individuals across the Central Coast. Since opening its doors in 2017, the locally owned and operated agency has remained committed to delivering compassionate, person-centered care that enhances the
Habitat for Humanity's Playhouse Build Blitz is Back!
Reserve Your Spot Today Playhouse Build Blitz is Back! Join us for our fourth annual Playhouse Build Blitz event on Saturday, November 1, from 7:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at 31303 Agoura Rd, Westlake Village! Be part of a fun-filled day, building and painting 20 custom playhouses for local military and veteran families. It’s a hands-on opportunity to make a difference while having a blast with your team or family! &##127912;how you can get involved: Sponsor a Playhouse: Your sponsorship
Help shape Ventura’s future, apply to a City Board or Commission
For Immediate Release August 5, 2025 Contact: Jennifer Nance, Public Information Officer, pio@cityofventura.ca.gov Help shape Ventura’s future, apply to a City Board or Commission Ventura, Calif. — The City of Ventura is currently accepting applications for open seats on the Housing Authority Board and Water Commission, two of the City’s Council Advisory Groups that help shape important local policies and initiatives. These advisory bodies offer residents and professionals the opportunity to
Ventura Downtown Lions Club to Present Over $40,000 in Charitable Contributions at August 7 Luncheon
Ventura Downtown Lions Club to Present Over $40,000 in Charitable Contributions at August 7 Luncheon VENTURA, Calif. (July 22, 2025) — The Ventura Downtown Lions Club will host a special presentation during its regular luncheon meeting on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.at the Poinsettia Pavilion, highlighting more than $40,000 in charitable donations to organizations serving the Ventura community and beyond. The meeting will feature formal check presentations to a wide array of nonprofit
Ventura College Foundation Launches Awareness Campaign For Student Basic Needs Center Program
Ventura College Foundation is launching an awareness and philanthropic giving campaign to support Ventura College’s Basic Needs Center. The foundation provides support to the on-campus centers in Ventura and at East Campus in Santa Paula, which help alleviate food and housing insecurity and assist with overall student wellness. The need for the center among students is growing. Ventura College data indicate that in 2024-25, two out of three students report experiencing at least one form of basic needs
Anderson Construction Selected for $2.5 Million Renovation of The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme
ANDERSON Construction Selected for $2.5 Million Renovation of The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme ANDERSON Construction Executives including CEO Larry Anderson with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme President and CEO, Erin Antrim, at Groundbreaking Major Project Breaks Ground as "Believe in Our Next Generation" Fundraising Campaign Reaches Its Goal OXNARD, Calif., July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ANDERSON Construction, a trusted general contractor with
Outreach Alliance of Ventura County’s Supplies 4 Success Program Prepares Local Students for a Confident Start to School
Outreach Alliance of Ventura County’s Supplies 4 Success Program Prepares Local Students for a Confident Start to School VENTURA, California (July 23, 2025) — As summer winds down, Outreach Alliance of Ventura County (OAVC) is hard at work equipping underserved students for a fresh, confident start to the new school year through its Supplies 4 Success (S4S) program. Since 1993, Supplies 4 Success has provided essential school supplies, hygiene kits, age-appropriate books, and gift cards
Sba Financial Assistance Now Available For Businesses Affected By The Civil Unrest
SBA FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE NOW AVAILABLE FOR BUSINESSES AFFECTED BY THE CIVIL UNREST The Small Business Administration (SBA) has declared a disaster for the Los Angeles County Civil Unrest, which occurred from June 6 to June 18, 2025. SBA now offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private, nonprofit organizations impacted by the civil unrest. View SBA's disaster declaration HERE Economic
