Anthony Borgatello Elected Fiesta’s 2009 El Presidente
The third-generation Santa Barbaran will preside over the 85th annual celebration of the community's culture, history and traditions.Aikido Kenkyukai Dojo Takes Flip Side with Fun-Raiser
Roll-A-Thon promises to keep both adults and students in the loop while pursuing objective of new home.Santa Barbara High’s MAD Academy Takes Multimedia to the Next Level
The program grows on despite a pending $1.5 million state grant ensnared in California's budget standoffSemana Nautica Invites You to Create Your Own Event
The 72nd annual festival has plenty of old favorites for contests and competitions, but here's your chance to come up with your own.Women’s Fund Pool Fuels 10 Grateful Groups
A record $725,000 in grants is made by the Women's Fund of Santa Barbara to the Dos Pueblos Engineering Academy and nine other organizationsSanta Barbara Cottage Hospital Campaign a Community Project
Locals answer the call to help $100 million rebuilding campaign.Santa Barbara Navy League Joins USS Ronald Reagan in Birthday Celebration
The aircraft carrier marks the 98th birthday of its namesake president.Housing Trust Fund Lends a Hand to Lompoc Project
An innovative lending partnership provides key funding for transitional housing for women and childrenWomen’s Fund of Santa Barbara Sets New Leadership
In just five years, the group has provided more than $1.4 million in donations for area nonprofits.SCEEP Brings Energy Savings to Local Boys & Girls Clubs
The South County Energy Efficiency Program completed a lighting retrofit for a nonprofit organization.Art Show Highlights Special Gifts of Those with Special Needs
Fresco Café will host Arts for Humanity! show all month.Friendship Center’s Festival of Hearts Will Warm Yours
The adult day-care center's annual extravaganza includes its famed heart art auction.Santa Barbara Bank & Trust Makes $56,000 Donation to United Way
The bank's corporate gift is the nonprofit organization's largest of its annual campaignDarwin Week Evolves Into Weeklong Celebration
Events will be held at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History in conjunction with 200th anniversary of the evolutionary scientist's birth.Downtown Organization Honors Young and Old Alike
The Granada earns the Citizen of the Year Award while a hard-working Santa Barbara High student is recognized for youth leadership.Soaring High, Diving Deep at Marymount School
Two new programs give students a chance to expand their horizons and enrich their educational experience.Cottage Hospital Collects $3 Million ‘Capstone’ Campaign Pledge
Montecito residents Toni and Stephen Haselton put $100 million fundraising goal over the top.Poet-Author Kathleen Norris to Read on Behalf of Mount Calvary Monks
All Saints By-the-Sea Episcopal Church will host benefit by best-selling spiritual writer.Channel Islands YMCA Kicks Off Campaign for Youth
Proceeds from the fundraiser will help low-income residents utilize the nonprofit's programs.For One Resident, Mental Health Association’s New Facility Brings New Hope
Margot Moran, who had been living in her car, talks about what her new home means to her.Help ‘Renew America Today’ Through Foodbank’s Virtual Food Drive
Michelle Obama issues a call to action to help take a bite out of hunger.Santa Barbara Foundation’s Chuck Slosser Joins The Philanthropic Initiative
As a Senior Fellow, Slosser will counsel clients across the country.CALM Creates Psychology Department to Meet Growing Community Need
The department's primary areas of focus will be research and assessments.Local Red Cross to Begin Distribution of Tea Fire Response Funds
More than $400,000 has been donated to help residents affected by the November blaze.Lynn Karlson Named Executive Director of YMCA Youth & Family Services
She has 15 years of community volunteer leadership experience.Red Cross Chapter Receives $23,600 From Lack Tea Fire Challenge
The money will help meet victims' needs.TV Show Donates Toys to Red Cross for Families Affected By Tea Fire
The toys from 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' will be distributed starting at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday.Devereux Presents Culture of Caring Award to Longtime Staff Member
Robert Moran receives the 2008 Culture of Caring Award, given for outstanding personal and professional service.Transition House, Partners Kick Off Holiday Campaigns to Help Homeless
Caribbean Coffee Company and givezooks! are giving back to help raise funds and awareness.Commentary: How To Double Your Money in Santa Barbara
The Granada Theatre, Computers for Families and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital can be a perfect match for you.2008 Goleta Teen of the Year Is Driven to Succeed
San Marcos High senior Sandra Iraheta shares a bond with her mom and a passion for community service.United Way Celebrates Campaign Season With Holiday Bash
The organization recognizes the contributions of residents and businesses.Foodbank Releases $100,000 in Funds to Meet Rising Food Needs
But it says the emergency injunction won't be enough to avert a crisis and asks the community to help.Hospice of Santa Barbara Welcomes Two New Board Members
Imelda Loza and Ruben Rey have served the community through various organizations.Partners in Education Expands Volunteer Opportunities
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