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We invite you to look around our website and see all of the ways we are working to make Orange County a safe place for children.

Our mission is to prevent and stop the cycle of child abuse through education, advocacy, community collaboration, comprehensive services, and convening Orange County’s Child Abuse Prevention Council. https://linktr.ee/theraisefoundation

09/02/2026

Strong Fathers. Strong Families. Stronger Communities.

Our Father Leadership Program is back with new cohorts! Check out our upcoming cohort schedule and find a session that works for you.

Ready to join? Scan the QR code on the flyer to register online!

Know a dad, father figure, or family who could benefit from this program? Share this post and help us spread the word!

Organizations & community partners: Want to bring the Father Leadership Program to your organization or site? We’d love to partner with you to host a cohort in your community!

Let’s work together to empower fathers, strengthen families, and build a brighter future for our children.

09/01/2026

September is National Su***de Prevention Month.

Su***de prevention starts with connection. Sometimes, simply asking “How are you really doing?” can open the door to a conversation that someone desperately needs.

This month, let’s remind the people around us that they are not alone, their feelings matter, and help is available. Whether you’re struggling yourself or concerned about someone you love, reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.

📱 Need support? Call or text 988 to connect with the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7 for free, confidential, judgment-free support. You can reach out for yourself or if you’re worried about a loved one.

A conversation can make a difference. A connection can create hope. And asking for help can save a life.

***dePreventionDay

08/19/2026

📱 Keeping Kids Safe in a Digital World

The online world is constantly changing—and so are the risks children and teens may face. Join us for an upcoming training focused on cyberbullying, sextortion, social media safety, online gaming risks, cyberstalking, privacy, and more.

Participants will gain practical strategies for:
🔹 Recognizing online risks and red flags
🔹 Protecting children’s digital footprints
🔹 Navigating privacy and safety settings
🔹 Knowing when and how to report online crimes
🔹 Monitoring devices and online activity
🔹 Having productive “Technology Talks” with children

Whether you work with youth, are a parent, or simply want to better understand today’s digital landscape, this training will provide tools you can put into practice.

📲 Learn. Prepare. Protect. Join us and help create safer digital spaces for children and families!

08/18/2026

We’re Accepting Interns!

Looking for a meaningful internship experience where you can gain hands-on experience, build professional skills, and make a difference in your community?

The Raise Foundation is currently accepting interns to support our work in child abuse prevention, family support, community outreach, events, and nonprofit programming.

This is a great opportunity for students and emerging professionals who want to learn more about nonprofit work while contributing to initiatives that help build strong families and safe futures. 💙

📩 Interested in joining us? Reach out to learn more about our internship opportunities and how to apply!

08/12/2026

💙 Back-to-School Drive Thank You! 🎒📚

We are so grateful to everyone who helped make our Back-to-School Drive a success! Because of your generosity, families in our community were able to receive backpacks and school supplies to help their children start the school year feeling prepared, confident, and supported. ✏️✨

A special thank you to our amazing donors:
-Board Members Dr. Sandra Murray and Charles Stills
-Lil Trout from Bikers Against Child Abuse (BACA)
-A former Tustin Family Resource Center client
-Community member, Sarah Reynoso
-South OC Exchange Club
-Meridian Senior Living

Your generosity goes beyond school supplies; it reminds families that their community cares about them. Thank you for helping us support local children and families!

📸 We’re proud to share a few photos of the families who received backpacks and supplies. Thank you for helping us make a difference!

07/27/2026

Strong Families. Safe Futures. 💙

Throughout Fiscal Year 2025–2026, The Raise Foundation's Child Abuse Prevention Council was proud to champion our theme, “Strong Families, Safe Futures” because when families are supported, children thrive.

From community outreach and educational campaigns to partnerships and prevention efforts, every connection we made helped strengthen protective factors, raise awareness, and empower families with the tools and resources they need to build brighter futures.

As we reflect on this year, we're grateful to our partners, advocates, and community members who joined us in advancing the message that prevention begins with strong, supported families.

Together, we're creating stronger families, safer futures, and healthier communities—one connection at a time.

💙 Here's a look back at our FY25–26 Public Awareness highlights

07/23/2026

Join us for our August Lunch & Learn!

We're excited to welcome Dr. Uranga-Hernandez, a speech-language pathologist and university professor with over 30 years of experience supporting children with autism and their families.

During this informative session, you'll learn:
✨ What autism is
✨ The challenges of the current autism spectrum label
✨ The difference between a medical diagnosis and school-based eligibility
✨ The connection between autism and trauma

📅 Tuesday, August 11
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM

This training is a great opportunity for educators, social workers, service providers, parents, and anyone interested in expanding their understanding of autism and supporting children and families with compassion.

🔗 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88985436849?pwd=asK7l3OQ66ggtWuwUiNHpKaafrCOCT.1
Meeting ID: 889 8543 6849
Passcode: CAPC

07/22/2026

💙 World Drowning Prevention Day 💙

Drowning can happen in seconds and is often silent—but together, we can help prevent it.

This World Drowning Prevention Day, take a moment to review these simple but life-saving water safety tips:

💧 Always provide constant, undistracted supervision around water—stay within arm's reach of young children.
🦺 Wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket when boating or participating in open water activities.
🏊 Enroll yourself and your children in swim lessons to build water safety skills.
📵 Put the phone away and avoid distractions when watching children in or near water.
🚫 Never swim alone, and always choose areas with a lifeguard when possible.
❤️ Learn CPR—it can make all the difference in an emergency.
🏡 Secure home pools with a four-sided fence and self-latching gate.

A few simple steps can save a life. Let's work together to keep our families and communities safe this summer. 💙

07/07/2026

🎒✏️ Help Us Set Students Up for Success at our Family Resource Centers! 📚💙

As the new school year approaches, we're collecting new backpacks and school supplies to help local children and families start the year prepared and confident.

Every donation, big or small, can make a meaningful difference for a child in our community. Items such as backpacks, notebooks, pencils, crayons, markers, folders, binders, and other essential school supplies are greatly appreciated.

🛒 Want to make donating even easier? Our Amazon Wish List is linked in our bio, so you can purchase supplies and have them shipped directly to us!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1W3SL3YN2DW05?ref_=wl_share

The Raise Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and all eligible donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law. PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] with your name and donation invoice to receive a tax donation receipt.

Contact [email protected] to learn more.

Thank you for helping us build strong families and safe futures, one backpack at a time!

06/25/2026

Water Safety Starts with Awareness

Did you know that drowning is one of the leading causes of injury-related death for children? The good news is that drowning is preventable.

The Raise Foundation is now offering FREE Water Safety & Drowning Prevention presentations for schools, parent groups, community organizations, faith-based groups, service providers, and more. Our presentation provides practical tips, prevention strategies, and resources to help keep children safe in and around water.

Let's work together to build safer communities and save lives.

📅 Interested in scheduling a presentation?
📞 714-884-3421
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.theraisefoundation.org

Address

180 E. Main Street, Ste. 101
Costa Mesa, CA
92780

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17148843421

Website

http://theraisefoundation.org/

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