Hospice of Santa Barbara plays a key role in the local community by working with individuals and their loved ones who are facing terminal and chronic illnesses. The organization’s professionals work with individuals of all ages and offer a wide range of programming, from group therapy to healing through art. All of the programming at… Continue Reading
The Santa Barbara Zoo plays a critical role in the local community, as well as the larger ecological system of California. In addition to supporting a wide range of conservation projects throughout the state, the organization provides many opportunities for education for Santa Barbara residents and visitors. Many of the educational programs created by the… Continue Reading
Founded in 1947, the Music Academy of the West provides young, classical musicians with a chance to hone and develop their skills through participation in a rigorous study program that includes rehearsals, private lessons, competitions, and concerts. Music Academy Fellows attend the academy on a full scholarship that covers the cost of tuition, housing and… Continue Reading
A major attraction in Santa Barbara, Ganna Walska’s Lotusland contains more than a dozen meticulously designed gardens that serve as a living museum with more than 3,000 species of plants from countries around the world. The organization hosts a number of events throughout the year, including the popular LotusFest. It also organizes several opportunities for… Continue Reading
The Santa Barbara Museum of Art plays a critical role in the local community by offering educational programs and connecting residents and visitors to truly amazing works of art. Recently, the museum kicked off a major renovation project that includes the launch of the Imagine More campaign, an ambitious fundraising initiative that will provide for… Continue Reading
Since 1994, the Dream Foundation has assisted adults with terminal illnesses and their families by making their dreams a reality. The organization was created in response to a lack of wish-granting agencies working with adult populations. Over the years, the Dream Foundation has fulfilled more than 20,000 dreams on behalf of veterans and adults nearing… Continue Reading
Many Santa Barbara organizations actively work to provide academic opportunities to local students. The Santa Barbara Museum of Art, the Storyteller Children’s Center, and the Santa Barbara Bowl, among others, offer great programs for students to learn fundamental life skills and gain exposure to unique and exciting opportunities. Another key area institution is the Scholarship… Continue Reading
The Santa Barbara Zoo plays an important role in the community through its wide range of educational programs, conservation projects, and exciting events. In addition, visitors can get a firsthand look at a number of exciting animals and learn more about the world around them. The Santa Barbara Zoo boasts an impressive array of animals… Continue Reading