Temecula & Murrieta » Local Charities
last updated: August 18th, 2008
Each month a Local Charity or Non-Profit Organization is chosen and provided a full page AD Space - (FREE) - donated by The RAAS. The Donated AD Space can provide upcoming event information, public awareness material, contact information and any/all other necessary information needed to help GET PEOPLE INVOLVED with the charity. In return all we request is a link to our URL (web address) from your website recognizing The RAAS as a sponsor and any other possible mention you feel is appropriate.
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» Click here for information on local Charity and/or Non-Profit Organizations that have been submitted for consideration. The Organizations that we have featured to date are listed below...
Habitat 4 Humanity - ReStore
August, 2008 Local Non-Profit Organization Ad
ReStore carries new and used building materials at discounted prices
with proceeds used to build more Habitat Homes.
In the planning stages for months, this unique retail facility
brings to Temecula Valley residents the opportunity to buy new and
used building materials, appliances, and household items, at greatly
reduced prices - 40, 50, 60, and even 70% below retail cost.
Perfect for budget-conscious homeowners, do-it-yourselfers, small
landlords, and new homeowners, the Temecula ReStore will be filled with
new and used merchandise donated to Habitat by manufacturers, stores,
contractors, construction suppliers, distributors, and individual
homeowners.
There are over 500 Habitat for Humanity ReStores successfully serving
communities across the United States. A Habitat ReStore benefits
more than just the Habitat Affiliate. It also provides a unique
service to the community and much more! To schedule a pickup for your
donation, please call 951-296-3362
Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley A hand-up, not a hand-out!
Tammy Marine - Executive Director
27479 Enterprise Circle West, Temecula, CA 92591 - ReStore location
Open Tuesday thru Saturday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m
(951) 676-1221 - ReStore phone
habitat4inlandvalley.org - website
Shakespeare in the Vines
July, 2008 Local Non-Profit Organization Ad
Shakespeare in the Vines is now in its third season performing Shakespeare under
the stars in the beautiful ambiance of the Temecula Valley wineries.
One of SITV's primary goals is to enrich and entertain current audiences as well as
to educate the audiences of the future. To this extent, SITV is committed to:
providing educational outreach programs... starting an inland valley youth
Shakespearean Competition for middle and high schools who wish to participate...
offering children an opportunity to develop and perform in professional settings...
seeking collaboration with the International English Speaking Union... and
providing scholarships for high school seniors who wish to continue their
developing knowledge and performance of Shakespearean literature.
Shakespeare In The Vines ...operates under the umbrella of Havens for the Arts, a 501c3 not-for-profit corporation
Sheila Havens Ryle - Director
951-377-2268 - phone
ShakespeareintheVines.org - website
The Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre
June, 2008 Local Non-Profit Organization Ad
In order to protect and preserve the Ramona Bowl, the historic play Ramona and other
cultural assets on this beautiful 160-acre site, The Ramona Bowl is asking you for
your assistance. Join the Guardian Program and keep Ramona thriving for years to come!
Thanks to the generous sponsors each year The Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre and its Board of
Directors are able to continue to bring valuable arts and entertainment to this region. If
you are interested in becoming a sponsor please see the sponsor information provided on
RamonaBowl.com.
Become a volunteer... it takes many people to bring Ramona to life every year. This
rewarding experience will be one you remember for a lifetime, as you will the friends
you meet during Ramona.
The Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre The Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable corporation
Al Cordova - President
27400 Ramona Bowl Road - Hemet, CA 92544 - Location
(800) 645-4465 - phone
RamonaBowl.com - website
Wishes for Children Foundation
May, 2008 Local Charity Ad
The Wishes for Children Foundation is a non-profit organization that collaborates with all
local charities. Their commitment is to raise money that will help children right here in
the Temecula Valley. To accomplish this goal, they seek many avenues, ventures and projects
including scholarships, donations to children's charities, special events, golf tournaments
and much more.
Through strictly volunteer efforts, the goal and vision of the Wishes for Children Foundation
is to build a foundation that is an ongoing source of financial assistance and support; made
available to the children when needed and/or requested. Granting many wishes and dreams to
children with life-threatening illnesses or that may be severely under privileged makes them
a strong resource in this community that provides for the children.
It is the belief of the Wishes for Children Foundation that pulling together as a community
and providing for children in the Temecula Valley will make a difference. The children they
help will soon be the adults, building and maintaining this precious area. The Wishes for
Children Foundation is committed to reaching out to the community as their voice, their
partner, and their help with the sole desire to give strength, vision and a smile to our
children.
Wishes for Children Foundation Making a difference in the lives of the children in Temecula Valley!
Charlie Pate - Founder / President / CEO
44752 Corte Sanchez - Temecula, CA 92592 - Southern California
(951) 302-2231 - phone
WishesforChildren.org - website
Oak Grove - Residential Treatment Center
March/April, 2008 Local Charity Ad
Oak Grove is a nonprofit 24-hour residential and educational treatment center that serves 76 children who
live on campus and an additional 80-90 day students who attend our nonpublic school day program. Oak Grove
is located in Murrieta, Southwest Riverside County. Oak Grove also operates a second campus in Perris,
Oak Grove at the Ranch, serving an additional 50 students. Children and youth are admitted with a
variety of psychological, social, emotional, behavioral, medical and neurological problems with concurrent
behavioral difficulties, school problems, family dysfunction and alcohol or substance abuse. Many of the
children have suffered physical and/or sexual abuse, other traumas or experienced many other social,
emotional or behavioral challenges.
Oak Grove works with children and adolescents whose needs and problems can be quite complex. One of their
greatest assets lies in the sophistication and experience level of a team of clinicians comprised of
psychiatrists and licensed independent practitioners (MFT, LCSW, Psy. D), as well as their nursing staff,
behavior intervention specialists, teachers, milieu and activities staff that together make up the
Treatment Team.
Oak Grove Center for Education Treatment & the Arts!
Tammy Wilson, MFT - Chief Executive Officer
Michael B. Brown, Ed.D. - Director of Education
24275 Jefferson Avenue, Murrieta, CA 92562 - office
(951) 677-5599 - phone
oak-grove.org - website
info@oak-grove.org - email
S.A.F.E. - Safe Alternatives for Everyone
February/March, 2008 Local Charity Ad
S.A.F.E. is committed to providing services for children, youth, and families who have experienced or are
at risk of abuse or violence.
Because abuse and violence are not limited to any particular family or community, services to address
the complex nature of children, youth and families struggling with abuse or violence are imperative.
S.A.F.E. provides those services.
The S.A.F.E. vision is of parents, schools businesses and agencies working together to make a difference
in the lives of children, youth and their families.
S.A.F.E. Working together to end family violence!
Melissa Donaldson - Executive Director
June Earley - Family Care Coordinator
Lynn Esposito Aviles - Agency Development Coordinator
28816 Pujol Street, Temecula, CA 92590 - office
(951) 587-3900 - phone
safefamiliesca.org - website
CST - Canine Support Teams
December, 2007 Local Charity Ad
CST is made possible by the many people who volunteer their time, energy, money and love for the purpose
of enhancing the lives of those affected by disabilities.
Service dogs are placed with people who use wheelchairs, walkers, crutches or canes. They are taught to
assist their partners by pulling manual wheelchairs, turning lights on and off, pushing elevator buttons,
retrieving dropped or hard to reach items, making purchases or banking transactions, opening and closing
doors and drawers, barking to get help and providing stability for walking.
All dogs accepted into the training program must pass rigorous health and temperament tests. These dogs
are either part of the CST breeding program or are donated by private breeders. Canine Support Teams is a
volunteer organization. Almost all skill, labor and help of every kind is provided by people who volunteer
their time and energy.
Canine Support Teams, Inc. Providers of Assistance Dogs!
Carol Roquemore - Chief Executive Officer
PO Box 891767, Temecula, CA 92589 - Southern California Office
(951) 301-3625 - phone
caninesupportteams.org - website
Habitat for Humanity - Inland Valley
November, 2007 Local Charity Ad
The mission of Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley, in partnership with God, is to facilitate the dream of
homeownership as well as improve living conditions for those in the community.
Founded in 1991 by a handful of local residents, Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley covers an area bounded
on the north by Perris and Lake Elsinore, and the San Diego County Line on the south.
Donations of money and materials are welcome as are volunteer labor and expertise. Habitat for Humanity
Inland Valley gladly acknowledges all donations, including those that are in-kind. Volunteers are always
needed and welcome, not just during a build but year-round in a variety of organizational activities.
Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley A hand-up, not a hand-out!
Tammy Marine - Executive Director
27475 Ynez Road, PMB 390, Temecula, CA 92591 - office
(951) 296-3362 - phone
habitat4inlandvalley.org - website
» Click here for information on local Charity and/or Non-Profit Organizations that have been submitted for consideration. The Organizations that we have featured to date are listed above.