The Lompoc Theatre Project, a Yardi-supported nonprofit organization, is dedicated to restoring the historic Lompoc Theatre. This iconic venue, a part of the community’s history for over a century, will be re-opened as a performing arts and film center, an educational and community hub, and a focal point of a revitalized Old Town Lompoc. Established in 2012 in Lompoc, Calif., for the greater Central Coast community, The Lompoc Theatre provides life-enriching moments for the hardworking families of Lompoc and the local artists searching for affordable and accessible options in one of the most historically acclaimed venues in the heart of Small-Town America. “We are dedicated to giving a voice to all cultures and backgrounds, enriching the lives of Lompoc families one moment at a time,” said Mark Herrier, executive director for Lompoc Theatre Project. Lompoc Theatre Project is working on completing the Phase Two plan to move the Historic Land Office back onto Main Street, install new dressing rooms and restrooms, and complete renovations to the Lompoc Theatre Stage and Fly Tower, enabling regular live performances in the theatre for the first time in 60 years. Yardi funding helps the organization accomplish these goals. “The grant we received from Yardi was unexpected and appreciated. It became a key part of our matching grant campaign, raising 200k in six months. It also confirmed that our cause is just and that we are being recognized for the decade of hard work we have put in, independent from our outreach efforts,” explained Herrier. Overcoming seven years of failed leadership and apathy, the Lompoc Theatre Project has taken ownership of the building. Local volunteers and donors have driven this project, raising $ 3 million in the last three years. Their unqualified support has paved the way for the reopening of the Historic Lompoc Theatre, a significant milestone in the city’s history. “When completed, it will be the beating heart of the City of Lompoc, generating millions of dollars of economic activity and giving a voice to the underserved diversity that characterizes our proud city,” expressed Herrier. Volunteer Opportunities Volunteers and small donors are always welcome to help with the Lompoc Theatre Project since they significantly impact this organization. For more information, don’t hesitate to contact them on its website here. Find future non-profit profiles at https://www.yardi.com/blog/category/giving. Yardi is Energized for Good! Visit www.yardi.org for more about our philanthropic...

This Yardi-supported nonprofit does it all! North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) aims to help ease the hardships and foster financial stability in its communities. North Fulton Community Charities was established in 1983 in Roswell, GA, and serves over 9,000 residents in need in North Fulton County, including families. NFCC offers five programs of service to support both short and long-term economic stability: Rent/mortgage/utility assistance Client choice food pantry Clothing choice Seasonal support No-cost education and workforce opportunities By working with individuals through these programs, NFCC focuses on preventing homelessness by offsetting food, clothing, and seasonal costs. This ensures families can use those saved funds for other household expenses and provide opportunities to gain critical skills that lead to higher wages and better jobs. “Our priority is to offer programs and services that meet the community’s needs and will create the most meaningful impact for those we serve,” said Sherri Morgan, director of development for NFCC. Yardi’s funding has been instrumental in helping local at-risk families remain safely housed by providing direct rent, mortgage, and utility assistance. In 2023 alone, NFCC, with the support of Yardi, prevented homelessness and utility disconnection for 1,581 local families. NFCC’s team of caring case managers meets each family eligible for financial assistance and recommends aid to prevent evictions and utility disconnection while also providing critical referrals to other programs, both internal and external, to fill gaps in need. “Preventing homelessness is crucial to allow children to stay in school, allow parents to continue working, and stabilize families so they can access resources that will advance them on their journey to economic independence,” explained Morgan. In addition, the growth and success of NFCC’s programs are a source of pride for the community. With over 40,000 orders in the last year, the food pantry has saved users $4.7 million in grocery costs. The education program, NFCC’s fastest-growing program, has launched additional classrooms this year and two off-site to accommodate over one hundred adults on the waiting list for English classes. Now, the list is down to almost zero. NFCC’s commitment to removing barriers to its client’s resources by providing transportation and free child care to families is evidence of its dedication and impact. “We at North Fulton Community Charities are incredibly grateful to Yardi for their commitment to improving our community. Their generous contribution will ensure that North Fulton families facing financial hardship remain safely in their homes and are equipped with the tools they need to move toward greater financial stability,” said Morgan. Yana’s Ukraine Journey Yana came from Ukraine a year ago with her husband and three children after her husband secured work with an American logistics company. Escaping the war-torn country, she left a successful accounting business and arrived in the United States with little English. Yana was eager to enroll when she heard about NFCC’s English as a Second Language (ESL) program at her church. She began attending ESL classes in May 2023, and her family embraced English immersion. Yana moved quickly through the ESL classes and enrolled in NFCC’s GED program. The GED program allowed her to continue working on her English skills and earn her credentials to secure work. Even though Yana had earned a degree while living in Ukraine, a bomb hit her university in Ukraine, and all records were destroyed. Earning a GED would allow her to rebuild her life in North Fulton. On February 27, 2024, Yana earned her GED. Now, she is enrolled in classes at Interactive College of Technology and plans to return to working in accounting. “This GED program improves English vocabulary, and the atmosphere is very friendly. Thank you for your support at every step,” said Yana. Yana told NFCC program manager Wynona Kuehl that she is enjoying her new home. “It is similar to Kyiv, the motion of life and the comfort. The people smile and are friendly.” She also said, “I like...

The Romanian Maltese Relief Organization is a Yardi-supported non-governmental association that, during its 33 years of activity, has contributed to changing the destinies of thousands of people in difficulty. This organization was founded in 1991 in Cluj-Napoca, Romania and is defending the faith and helping those in need by continuing to be involved in the community and offering the needed help. When it started its services, the Romanian Maltese Relief Organization aimed to assist children, and now it boasts of recovered young people and adults who are helpful to society. It also provides a social program called Maltese Kindergarten, a daycare for children with neuromotor disabilities. During its years of activity, the Maltese Kindergarten offers education and recovery services to more than 400 special children, many of whom have become independent adults today. The daycare has been certified as a Psychology Structure by the Romanian College of Psychologists. It has been licensed by the Ministry of Labor and Social Solidarity as a social service center since 2005. It has a team of six therapists dedicated and committed to the love of the children, primarily exclusive specialists, psychology graduates, psychological counselors, unique psych pedagogy and physical therapists who have all been certified by the Romanian College of Psychologists. Early personalized therapy can help these children to have a chance for recovery, discover life independently and even go to school. Through its daycare center, the Romanian Maltese Relief Organization provides education and recovery services from an early age. “It is difficult to imagine being a parent of a child that is living with a disability. It is even harder to imagine being a child with disabilities. You couldn’t explain to your mother what hurts you, you couldn’t reach out for your favorite toy, or you couldn’t eat chocolate. These are all simple things that make the difference between living and existing,” explained Mirela Codreanu, director of Romanian Maltese Relief Organization’s Maltese Kindergarten. This year, the Romanian Maltese Relief Organization has opened the first inclusive Playground in Cluj-Napoca, a playground to which Yardi funding contributed in 2023 and 2024. This playground is a first of its kind and, through its attractive and complex design, will bring together children with and without disabilities. This concept was created through Symphony of Friendship, another beloved social project. Its goal is to ensure children with physical and mental disabilities have equal rights to approach public spaces for relaxation and play and to encourage inclusion through play. “This project is important to us because it can contribute to changing mindsets, open opportunities, and new ways to see the vulnerable. We dream about a society that is more tolerant and helpful with those who have a disability, a society that stops pushing away the different ones but embraces it,” said Codreanu. In addition to the playground, Yardi funding helps continue the charitable work at Maltese Kindergarten, allowing the Romanian Maltese Relief Organization to create a safe space for any child who needs special education and recovery. This benefits the less fortunate, special and vulnerable children. “We managed to be that much-needed support, thanks to your implication. I want to encourage you to turn your attention to these programs for special children because you help us support those in much need,” expressed Codreanu. Raul’s Pathway to Hope Cheerful, shy six-year-old Raul had social, motor and communication barriers before he came to Maltese Kindergarten. When he arrived, his diagnosis reflected the fact that he did not walk, speak, eat, and did not understand anything. However, shortly after his adventure started as a “Maltese” child, he gradually managed to explore every corner of the house. First, he crawled, and then, with help from a walker, he soon found himself able to walk after one year of physical therapy. With patience and perseverance, Raul became more receptive to those around him, learning new words and understanding others. After the first year, he...

Photo courtesy Direct Relief On September 26, Hurricane Helene made landfall in the Big Bend area of Florida. The storm continued north and ravaged parts of Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and the Carolinas with flooding, storm surge and dangerous winds. At least 200 fatalities are confirmed as of this publication. According to the White House, up to 600 people are still unaccounted for in North Carolina. The impact on the western part of the state is profound, with millions still without power and running water. The storm is expected to be one of the costliest in United States history. After decimating 90 percent of the homes in Keaton Beach, Florida, and splintering homes in Georgia with debris-covered highways, the Carolinas and Tennessee had many strained dams and overflowing waterways, receiving over 31 inches of rain in just two days. To assist with post-hurricane relief, Yardi has pledged $250,000 to both Direct Relief and World Central Kitchen. These funds will enable both organizations to provide crucial emergency medical supplies, food, and water to those in need, demonstrating Yardi’s unwavering support for the affected communities. Sarah Bridich, Yardi’s director of corporate philanthropy, said: “With Yardi employees living in every state impacted by Hurricane Helene, we wanted to support organizations that quickly had boots on the ground. We are grateful that both Direct Relief and World Central Kitchen were able to move so quickly to provide needed medical supplies, food, and water to those directly impacted.” Direct Relief So far, Direct Relief has made available $74 million in medicines and medical supplies and $250,000 in financial assistance to community health centers, free and charitable clinics, and other healthcare partners in affected areas. According to its website, Direct Relief has staff on the ground in affected states, including Florida and Georgia, and is coordinating closely with state and national associations as well as healthcare providers to assess damages, identify priority needs, and respond to requests for emergency medical aid. As of September 30, Direct Relief had already made 14 shipments of specifically requested emergency medical aid, including antibiotics, emergency medical backpacks, DTaP vaccines, hygiene kits, rehydration salts, personal protective equipment, water purification tablets, medications and more for healthcare providers responding in Florida, North Carolina, and Tennessee. Additionally, from September 24 to October 1, Direct Relief delivered 42 shipments of essential medicines and supplies to healthcare providers in affected states as part of its Safety Net Support Program; the program seeks to ensure community health centers, free and charitable clinics, and other local healthcare providers across the U.S. have access to ongoing donations of medicines and medical supplies for their low-income and uninsured patients. World Central Kitchen World Central Kitchen (WCK) is currently operating in four states: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee. This week, the organization sent five 6,200-gallon tanker trucks of fresh water to the Asheville, NC area, where it may be weeks before water supplies are running again. The trucks are capable of making multiple trips to Asheville in a 24-hour period, providing up to 100,000 gallons a day. “Fueled as always by our Chef Corps members, restaurant and food truck partners, and volunteers, WCK is working shoulder-to-shoulder with local communities to blanket the devastated region with much needed food and water aid,” said a post on the organization’s website. To help provide meals, WCK is currently partnered with 35 food trucks offering free meals: 24 in Florida, eight in Georgia, and three in Tennessee. Sixteen restaurant partners across North Carolina and Tennessee have also provided tens of thousands of hot meals and sandwiches to families in need. WCK is also using two helicopters to deliver food to those stranded when roads and bridges were destroyed. “We plan to increase hot meal distribution shortly as additional partner kitchens join the effort. Scouting operations by air and land will also remain a priority as we work to fully assess the areas hardest hit by Hurricane Helene,”...

According to the CDC, as many as one in 36 American children will be diagnosed with autism. Yet, when given the opportunity, these individuals possess unique talents and abilities that can enrich their families, communities, and society. Yardi-supported nonprofit Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC) respects and values the uniqueness of all individuals with autism. Established in 1970 in Raleigh, NC, ASNC is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with autism, supporting their families, and educating the communities. ASNC serves people of all ages and ability levels across North Carolina with autism. These individuals experience moments of joy and victory daily through the Autism Society of North Carolina’s programs and services, offering hope and optimism for a brighter future. “ASNC staff and the families we collaborate with know our loved ones with autism are reliable, focused, passionate, hardworking, creative, and kind. Our community respects and values the uniqueness of all individuals with autism,” said Kristy White, chief development officer for ASNC. Individuals with autism often have difficulty understanding verbal and nonverbal communication and learning appropriate ways of relating to their surroundings. Symptoms vary in onset, severity, and exact nature. Autism presents unique challenges for every individual. “Together, we impact, in a meaningful way, the lives of more than 50,000 individuals who receive direct support from the Autism Society of North Carolina. We also teach an additional 365,000 how to support individuals with autism through our outreach efforts,” explained White. By working with these individuals, ASNC’s strategic plan for the next two years includes improving their lives and empowering them to live healthy, safe and fulfilling lives in their communities, supporting families to navigate their loved one’s diagnosis and treatment options, and educating the communities to understand and appreciate people with autism. Camp Royall Yardi funding has helped support Autism Resource Specialists (ARSs) and send autistic campers to Camp Royall. Outside of Pittsboro, Camp Royall is the nation’s oldest and largest camp serving individuals with autism. Due to the medical and behavioral complexities of autism, many of its campers find their only opportunity for a classic camp experience is at Camp Royall. Due to Camp Royall being pricey, ASNC works year-round to provide complete and partial scholarships for most families based on their financial needs. Autism Resource Specialists are a free phone call away for families the moment they learn their child has autism. ARSs work with families individually and through workshops and webinars. An ARS is typically the first person a parent talks with after their child has been diagnosed. Each ARS is also the parent of a child with autism, and their firsthand knowledge provides a unique understanding to families. “We want to thank you for your support. A good life is made up of special moments of accomplishment, connections, and happiness, and your support makes those moments possible. For over 50 years, we’ve been helping people build their best lives because donors like you share your love,” said White. Adrian’s Life with Confidence Camp Royall helped Adrian build his confidence and improve his ability to connect and communicate with others. Adrian loves math and numbers. He was bullied for his love of numbers in the past, but at Camp Royall, Adrian’s passion was embraced and accepted. He made friends at Camp Royall and improved his ability to connect and communicate with others. He says that Camp Royall helps him at school because he learned how to ask for help from his teachers. As a result of his Camp Royall experience, Adrian is building the confidence needed to become who he is meant to be. He’s a fantastic brother who loves to show his siblings around Camp Royall. One day, he hopes to be an engineer. Adrian would not be able to attend Camp Royall without financial aid. “Your gifts make it possible for more campers and families to become who they were meant to be at...

Oak Cliff has become a popular neighborhood in southwestern Dallas, Texas. Unfortunately, with gentrification, South Oak Cliff has experienced hardship. Fortunately, For Oak Cliff has become the backbone of the community, providing foundational support to empower residents. Yardi-supported nonprofit For Oak Cliff (FOC) was founded in 2015. It engages and supports residents of the “Superblock” to realize their greatest potential by believing in themselves and their collective power to advance the neighborhood’s desired outcomes. Through the collective movement of organizations, residents and community partners in and beyond the Superblock, FOC brings systemic change and generational impact to the community. FOC’s work is based on four pillars to address systemic disparities: Education Advocacy Community Building The Arts These pillars are fulfilled in a two-generation (2Gen) approach, a unique strategy that serves parents and children simultaneously through many interdisciplinary programs. This approach provides comprehensive support to families and fosters a sense of unity and shared growth within the community. “FOC is focusing on providing culturally relevant programs to families of all ages,” said Xavier Henderson, chief development officer at For Oak Cliff. FOC provides services directly to clients at the Community Campus, which has improved the neighborhood’s environment and secures partners to fill resident needs on-site. In 2022, FOC made its final payment to acquire the former Moorland YMCA. With this acquisition, FOC increased its space from 4,000 to 20,000 square feet with ten acres of land. This new facility allows for scaling FOC’s existing programming and adding athletics, environmental sciences and civic engagement. “To date, FOC has recruited over 3,500+ people to our free membership,” Henderson said, highlighting the growing momentum and community support for FOC’s mission. Funding from Yardi supports FOC in stabilizing the general operations of programs and administration as its leadership, team, and board work to create a formal strategic plan to evaluate its impact better and solidify its long-term vision. “We are so grateful for the support Yardi has continued to provide,” expressed Henderson. He continued, “We are grateful both for this donation and the continued belief in our mission and vision here in South Oak Cliff. Our team was elated for this year’s gift not only because you all donated again but also because of the dramatic increase! We are thankful for our growing partnership with you all.” Events at For Oak Cliff FOC recently held its Back to School Festival in August, celebrating its ten years of service. The festival was a joyous occasion where kids received backpacks stuffed with school supplies and enjoyed music and goodies. FOC is now gearing up to launch a 10-year capital campaign in 2025, which will be unveiled at the 2025 Juneteenth Gala. “We would love for the Yardi team to know that we will be planning a Juneteenth Gala in 2025, and we will send out an invite as the date gets closer. This gala will celebrate ten years of service and an opportunity to learn more about our strategic plan and our vision for the future,” Henderson explained. Volunteer Opportunities FOC has volunteer opportunities throughout the year for its monthly Famers Market, the first Saturday. Those interested can fill out the form here. Find future non-profit profiles at https://www.yardi.com/blog/category/giving. Yardi is Energized for Good! Visit www.yardi.org for more about our philanthropic...

Coalition for Family Harmony is the only dual-domestic violence and sexual assault community-based organization in Ventura County, Calif., providing comprehensive intervention, prevention, and education on intimate partner violence and sexual assault. Since 1976, the Coalition for Family Harmony has provided an array of survivor-centered, trauma-informed programs aimed at healing the emotional and physical pain following violence and encouraging generational change for its youth. “We ask for funding to support the operations of our 24-hour emergency intimate partner violence and sexual assault services teams,” said Noel Stalcup, director of operations for Coalition for Family Harmony. Its 24-hour intimate partner violence team operates out of two emergency shelters, one for clients from the public and one specifically for clients from indigenous cultures in Mexico. Its shelter programs offer immediate access to emergency shelter, rental assistance, individual therapy for families, transportation, food and clothing, temporary restraining orders and employment advocacy. The newest feature of its domestic violence program is the mobile healthcare clinic. The Coalition partners with a local medical doctor to provide regular medical care to those affected by domestic violence living in shelters across Ventura County. The Coalition for Family Harmony is also home to Ventura County’s only rape crisis program. Advocates respond 24 hours a day, providing in-person crisis support to those affected by sexual assault during a forensic exam and law enforcement interviews. Advocates provide survivor-centered, trauma-informed care throughout the healing stages, including linkages to its sexual assault individual and group therapy and play therapy for youth. The Coalition hopes to increase domestic violence shelter capacity by collaborating with the Ventura County Family Justice Center. With goals to include expansion for bilingual clients, sustain legal programs restraining order service and increase legal assistance, strengthen partnerships and increase the number of volunteers for the 24-hour rape crisis response calendar. Unfortunately, the Coalition for Family Harmony is facing budget reductions that directly impact its core emergency shelter and rape crisis programs. “Last year, our emergency program served 5,535 survivors and their children in Ventura County with life-saving services. With the proposed reductions, we will not have the capacity to serve our community and the survivors who rely on our services,” said Stalcup. Funding from Yardi helps the Coalition for Family Harmony support emergency domestic violence and sexual assault programs. Funding helps them keep two part-time advocates shifts filled for its 24-hour calendar for rape crisis response and emergency shelter for clients and their families to escape violence at home. “We thank Yardi for their continued support and look forward to the possibility of receiving a donation for Yardi’s annual non-profit giving campaign,” expressed Stalcup. Volunteer Opportunities The Coalition for Family Harmony has various volunteer opportunities. Those interested in volunteering must be trained and ready to represent the Coalition at numerous events, interfacing with the community and spreading the word about its essential services. For more information, please fill out the volunteer application form to help make a difference in the lives of their clients. “With your support, we can make a significant difference in the lives of survivors and work towards creating a safer and more supportive Ventura County community,” expressed Stalcup. Find future non-profit profiles at https://www.yardi.com/blog/category/giving. Yardi is Energized for Good! Visit www.yardi.org for more about our philanthropic...

In the 2023-24 school year, the Yardi Foundation launched a transformative initiative aimed at empowering first-generation college students across North America. Partnering with 20 colleges and universities, Yardi committed over $3 million in scholarships and student support, making higher education more accessible for those who need it most. As the program continues to expand, it will soon include partnerships with 29 schools by the 2025-26 school year, including new initiatives at institutions like the University of Saskatchewan. USask: Investing in potential At the University of Saskatchewan (USask), the Yardi Scholars Program is set to make a significant impact. The program will support two recipients per year for four consecutive years, with the first scholars starting in the fall of 2025. By fall 2028, a total of eight students will be enrolled. Each scholar receives $10,000 annually, with up to four years of funding available. These scholarships target first-generation students from low-income families who are interested in business and computer science majors. “On behalf of students, faculty and staff at the Edwards School of Business, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Yardi Scholars program for establishing a transformative bursary that will support first-generation students,” says Steph Bodnar, development office at University of Saskatchewan, Edwards School of Business. “This bursary allows students with financial barriers to attend university and pursue their academic dreams. The Yardi Scholars program will have a lasting impact on these students’ journey through higher education.” TMU: Expanding horizons Similarly, at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), the Yardi Scholars Program began in 2023, offering the same robust support to students. Additionally, Yardi Canada has committed to a three-year support program for two PhD students, further broadening the scope of their philanthropy in Canada. “We are immensely grateful to Peter Altobelli and Yardi for their support to our students,” says Dean Cynthia Holmes. “Ted Rogers School is considered to have one of the highest percentages of first-generation students in Canada, and Yardi Canada’s gift will improve access to quality post-secondary education and help us support students’ success.” Building a brighter future The Yardi Scholars Program is more than just financial aid. It’s about building lasting connections, fostering mentorship and creating opportunities for internships. By providing financial support, Yardi ensures that students can focus on their studies and achieve their academic goals. Yardi senior management actively engages with the scholars, offering guidance and support throughout their educational journey. This hands-on approach not only benefits the students but also strengthens Yardi’s commitment to community involvement and social responsibility. Supporting a generation to come Through its substantial investment in education, the Yardi Foundation is paving the way for future leaders. By supporting first-generation students, Yardi is not only changing individual lives but also contributing to the broader goal of making higher education accessible to all. For more information on the Yardi Scholars Program and other philanthropic initiatives, please visit...

Quality time in nature is one of Venture Land Trust’s greatest gifts to the community for a sustainable future. Yardi-supported nonprofit Ventura Land Trust, established in 2003 in Ventura, Calif., connects the community with educational programs about nature and fosters the next generation of environmental stewards. Then, in 2009, Ventura Wild was established as the primary education initiative that supports youth aged two to 13 years old with meaningful outdoor learning experiences. Serving nearly a thousand students annually, Ventura Wild’s programs connect children to nature by nurturing awareness, knowledge, skills, and stewardship in the natural world. “With the support from funders, scholarships are made available throughout the year for any of our sessions-long programs and summer camps,” said Sarah ‘Trudy’ Trudeau, education manager for Venture Land Trust. In addition to Venture Wild, Venture Land Trust offers another educational initiative called Nature by Design that provides subsidized field trips and session-long programs for Title-1 schools in Ventura County. These programs are designed, often in line with the classroom’s objectives, to connect children to nature through hands-on learning experiences related to the natural sciences. “By balancing the school day with time in the outdoors, students return to the classroom happier, healthier and with a great sense of motivation,” explained Trudeau. Ventura Land Trust hopes to expand and grow its scholarship fund to support more families with financial assistance. With the help of Yardi funding, it can offer more subsidized programs for local schools and underserved communities to create excellent access to the outdoors. “We are incredibly grateful for the funding received from Yardi! It has greatly supported our ability to provide scholarships and connect more families to nature in our community,” said Trudeau. Reaping Native Plants Being in reciprocity with nature is a key part of Ventura Land Trust’s environmental programs. In addition to modeling Leave No Trace principles, it facilitates stewardship projects to encourage children to give back and take part in restoring wild spaces. In 2022, its preschool-aged students supported a large planting project at one of Ventura Land Trust preserves. With the support from its team, these eager three-year-olds carefully chose their native plant to place into the earth. Students were encouraged to water and care for their plants each week that followed. Today, many of these students are still in these programs. Now five years old, Wesley is delighted to see that the Black Walnut tree (Juglans californica) he planted has grown taller than him! Volunteer Opportunities Join the community and Ventura Land Trust with volunteer opportunities throughout the year. Those interested in leadership opportunities and internships for teens and young adults can apply here or contact Ventura Land Trust at (805)-643-8044 extension 4 or [email protected]. Find future non-profit profiles at https://www.yardi.com/blog/category/giving. Yardi is Energized for Good! Visit www.yardi.org for more about our philanthropic...

Children thrive when supported by a strong family and community throughout their lives. Carpinteria Children’s Project (CCP), a Yardi-supported nonprofit, has been a beacon of hope in our community since its establishment in 2009. With a focus on diverse programs and services, CCP has actively supported successful children throughout Carpinteria, Calif. The organization’s local knowledge and expertise have been crucial in addressing the Carpinteria families’ unique challenges, ensuring its support remains relevant and effective. The Family Resource Center (FRC) serves as the heart of its network, providing families with essential support and managing referrals to and from partners. The FRC offers diverse programs and services by harnessing the power of family as a child’s first teacher and advocate, including parent education classes, child development activities, and support groups with a warm and caring approach. CCP is a dedicated team, along with its partner agencies, that collaborates to address families’ holistic needs. From coordinating with other social services agencies to its Promotoras de Salud program, it provides comprehensive support for family well-being. Its Early Childhood Education program offers care for children ages 18 months to five years old, ensuring a well-rounded support system for families. “From outdoor classrooms to dual language immersion programs, we provide a nurturing environment and strong foundation for children to succeed in the rest of their educational journey,” said Ari Rodriguez, director of development for Carpinteria Children’s Project. CCP strategies for future success include clearly defined organizational purpose, programs, impact, and delivery for programs that suit the community’s needs. Additionally, CCP will maintain financial stability and sustainability and support CCP’s board, leadership and staff teams. Funding from Yardi has allowed CCP to invest in programs and immediate support that mitigates toxic stress from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), reduce domestic abuse, and increase the likelihood that children thrive academically, physically and socially. “We are grateful for Yardi’s support these last four years. $10,000 gifts have allowed us to continue our services during the pandemic and continually enhance/improve the services we provide in response to the community’s growing needs,” expressed Rodriguez. Ashley’s Story Ashley is a young mother with a toddler and a baby. The Carpinteria Health Clinic referred the family to the Carpinteria Children’s Project. During a routine postpartum screening, Ashley reported she had experienced abuse, both as a child and later from a previous partner. A Family Resource Center coach met with Ashley immediately after her doctor visits, establishing a warm connection and offering the opportunity to participate in a few structured visits together to address strategies for mitigating toxic stress. The following week, Ashley visited the Family Resource Center to meet with a family advocate coach to assess her short- and long-term needs and make an action plan. The coach also connected her with referrals for a few items that needed support. Ashley has joined the Parents as Teachers program, which means she will also receive a series of home visits focused on helping her understand and practice her role in child development and literacy until her youngest is four years old. This same coach will continue to follow up with Ashley to ensure she’s meeting the goals she set for herself as part of her long-term plan, which includes pursuing additional education. She’s already completed an application to qualify for a childcare scholarship for her older daughter. Volunteer Opportunities Carpinteria Children’s Project offers several volunteer opportunities in its monthly food bank, at various fundraising events and in the classroom. They also plan special projects for groups or teams. If interested, reach out to Ari Rodriguez at [email protected]. “Even though Carpinteria can seem close, accessing Santa Barbara-based services can be very difficult for our families without cars. Having CCP as an immediate source of support and a connector to additional resources makes a huge difference to families,” explained Rodriquez. Find future non-profit profiles at https://www.yardi.com/blog/category/giving. Yardi is Energized for Good! Visit www.yardi.org for more about our...