Outreach and Community Partnerships

2026 VCSL Outreach Plan

🐾 Outreach Collection: Humane Society of Ventura County 🐾

From May 17 through June 14, Ventura Center for Spiritual Living will be collecting donations for the Humane Society of Ventura County in Ojai, a no-kill pet shelter serving animals in need throughout our community.

Requested donation items include:

• Unopened dog or cat food

• Wet puppy or kitten food

• Pet blankets and towels

• Cat litter

• Cleaning supplies (such as dish soap or paper towels)

• Pet treats

Please bring donations to the designated collection area during the outreach period. All items will be delivered promptly to support the care and well-being of shelter animals.

Thank you for helping us extend compassion and kindness to animals in need.

Summer Outreach – Back-to-School Supplies
Dates: July 19 – August 23
Partner: Casa Pacifica
Focus: Backpacks and school supplies for children in foster care

Donations will be delivered directly following the collection period.

Fall Outreach – Community Food Drive
Dates: November 1 – November 22
Partner: Food Share of Ventura County
Focus: Non-perishable food collection
Donations will be delivered directly following the collection period.

Holiday Outreach – Children & Family Support
Dates: December 6 – December 20
Partner: James Storehouse (or an adjacent partner if needed)
Focus: Holiday gifts and essential items for children and families
Delivery will be completed prior to Christmas.