Easter Joy at Friendly Center
Over 930 Baskets Bring Smiles Across Orange County Orange County, CA — Friendly Center celebrated the season of giving by distributing 937 Easter baskets to children across Orange County on
Friendly Center to Receive $2000 Donation from Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation
Sprouts’ grant will support Friendly Center’s Snack Smart and Pantry Power Up program at our Orange after-school site by enhancing the weekly snacks we already provide and adding short, hands-on
A Love Letter to Our Communities
One of the biggest misconceptions is that poverty in Orange County is rare. It is not. Thousands of families are one emergency away from losing stability. A medical bill, a
Why Friendly Center: Steve Getman’s Commitment to Purpose and Possibility
In this month’s spotlight, Director of Operations Steve Getman shares how his work at Friendly Center is rooted in meeting urgent needs while unlocking potential. From launching new programs to
Por Qué Friendly Center? La Historia de Faviola Arguello: Comunidad y Solidaridad
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
Why Friendly Center: Faviola Arguello’s Story of Community and Care
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
Why Friendly Center? A Conversation with Vito Canuso III, Board Chair and Retired Intellectual Property Lawyer
Few individuals leave a lasting impact like Vito Canuso III. For nearly nine years, he has been a driving force on Friendly Center’s Board of Directors and has served as
Jessica’s Journey: From Client to Community Leader
This month, we begin with someone whose journey embodies the very essence of our mission – Jessica Ruelas, our Director of Community Development. She is not just an employee; she