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  • Home
  • About
    • About Us
    • The Need in OC
    • Supporters
    • Leadership
    • Employment & Internships
  • Donate
    • Give Today
    • Donate Food and Items
    • Loyal Friend | Monthly Giving
    • Partners | Corporate Sponsorship
    • Other Ways to Give
  • Events
    • Backpack Drive
    • Golf Tournament
    • One Heart Gala
    • Gratitude Basket Drive
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  • Volunteer
    • Holiday Volunteer
    • Volunteer
  • News
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Por Qué Friendly Center? La Historia de Faviola Arguello: Comunidad y Solidaridad

Por Qué Friendly Center? La Historia de Faviola Arguello: Comunidad y Solidaridad

Our Programs, Spanish, Why Friendly Center April 24, 2025
El camino de Faviola Arguello con Friendly Center comenzó hace más de una década, cuando inscribió a su hijo en el programa preescolar. Lo que empezó como un paso para
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Why Friendly Center: Faviola Arguello’s Story of Community and Care 

Why Friendly Center: Faviola Arguello’s Story of Community and Care 

Our Programs, Why Friendly Center April 24, 2025
Faviola Arguello’s journey with Friendly Center began over a decade ago when she enrolled her son in preschool. What started as a step to support her family soon became a
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Empowering Our Clients One Grocery at A Time with Friendly Mart

Empowering Our Clients One Grocery at A Time with Friendly Mart

Food, Our Programs October 4, 2024
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Friendly Mart, our brand-new mini-mart designed to transform our bi-weekly food distribution into a weekly grocery shopping experience. At Friendly Center, we believe
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Exploring the Skies: Highlights from the Drone Bootcamp at Friendly Center

Exploring the Skies: Highlights from the Drone Bootcamp at Friendly Center

Education, Our Programs July 31, 2024
From July 8-11, Friendly Center was abuzz with excitement and innovation as it hosted a dynamic Drone Bootcamp. This four-day event provided participants with a comprehensive dive into the world
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Important Changes to Friendly Center’s Buena Park Food Distribution Schedule

Important Changes to Friendly Center’s Buena Park Food Distribution Schedule

Food, Our Programs June 24, 2024
At Friendly Center, we are committed to serving our community with compassion and efficiency. As part of our ongoing efforts to adapt to the needs of the Buena Park area,
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Program – Parenting Classes

Program – Parenting Classes

Our Programs November 12, 2020
Program: Parenting Classes Family Support Languages: English and Spanish To help clients navigate the positive and challenging aspects of raising toddlers and teens alike, Friendly Center offers Parenting Classes throughout
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Program – Mental Health

Program – Mental Health

Our Programs November 12, 2020
Program: Mental Health Family Support Lack of insurance coverage, high costs, and stigma around getting help are just a few of the hurdles many people face to receiving adequate mental
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Program – Family Engagement

Program – Family Engagement

Our Programs November 12, 2020
Program: Family Engagement Friendly Center’s Family Engagement events offer families a chance to participate in bonding activities together. Strong family bonds, particularly between children and their parents, is crucial to
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Program – Emergency Assistance

Program – Emergency Assistance

Our Programs November 12, 2020
Program: Emergency Assistance Emergency Assistance program includes utility assistance, diaper distributions, and emergency groceries. Friendly Center’s Emergency Assistance program is a major support system for families in crisis. The program
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Program – Education Programs

Program – Education Programs

Our Programs November 12, 2020
Program: Education Programs Student to Tutor Ratio: 3 to 1 Friendly Center’s Education Programs are designed to give people of all ages the opportunity to find support to succeed.  At
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