New To This Year’s Mardi Gras Ball: Mobile Bidding!
We are excited to announce we’ll be using Mobile Bidding at this year’s Mardi Gras Ball Silent Auction. Mobile Bidding enables some great new features.
Dear Mardi Gras Ball Supporters: Thank You!
I would like to personally thank our Major Sponsors, Table Sponsors and those purchasing tickets for their support of our annual Mardi Gras Fundraiser.
Community Spotlight: Villa Esperanza Services
Villa Esperanza Services, located in the Community Conscience Human Services Center, is a leader in providing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with a continuum of care from childhood through adulthood.
Community Conscience Names King and Queen of the 2020 Mardi Gras Ball
Community Conscience has selected John Bradley and June Glasmeier as King and Queen of the 28th annual Mardi Gras Ball, which will be held the evening of Saturday, February 29 at the Hyatt Regency Westlake Hotel.
Your 2020 Mardi Gras Ball Major Sponsorships and Silent Auction donations ensure 13 non-profits keep their doors open!
As planning for the 28th annual Mardi Gras Ball takes place, we realize our mission is as important today as it was 30 years ago.
Community Spotlight: Community Conscience
Executive Director Robin Britt discusses the role Community Conscience plays in solving problems faced by the Conejo Valley, including homelessness.
Community Spotlight: PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center
Can you imagine that we could create a world without bullying? PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center works to lead social change to prevent childhood bullying.
Cheers to 30 Years!
Wow – what a party! On October 12th Community Conscience hosted a celebration at Sunland Vintage Winery in Thousand Oaks to commemorate 30 years in the Human Services Center.
Community Spotlight: Senior Concerns’ Bargain Boutique and Thrift Store
Senior Concerns’ Bargain Boutique and Thrift Store is one of 13 social service non-profits which receive free rent at the Community Conscience Human Services Center in Thousand Oaks, California. Revenues from the store benefit Senior Concerns which provides programs such as Senior Advocates, Adult Day Care Center, Senior Family Support Service, and Meals on Wheels. We sat down with Senior Concerns President Andrea Gallagher to learn more about their organization.
Shelter From The Storm
During the heavy rainstorms in January and February of this year, the roof of the Human Services Center was judged officially beyond repair. We at Community Conscience knew we had no choice but to replace the roof entirely before the next rainy season.
Nominations Sought for King and Queen of Community Conscience 2020 Mardi Gras Ball
Community Conscience is seeking nominations for the 2020 Mardi Gras Ball King and Queen!
You’re invited: “Cheers To 30 Years” Wine Tasting Event
You‘re invited! Join us Saturday, October 12 from 6:30 – 9:00 pm at Sunland Vintage Winery as we celebrate three decades of service.
Community Spotlight: Interface Children & Family Services
Sarah, age six, was experiencing changes in her appetite, sleep and levels of play that were of concern to her mom and grandmother after Sarah witnessed domestic violence at home. They had been referred to Interface by Sarah’s teacher, Ben, when Sarah began to isolate from her friends at school.
Don’t Laugh – 11 New Toilets Are Saving Us Thousands of Dollars!
Who would have guessed replacing some old toilets would have such a big impact?
Sing For A Cause
Sponsor Katherine and Community Conscience Sing for a Cause is Conejo Valley’s musical fundraiser, benefiting 20 local nonprofits in one fundraising event. This year, Katherine Phillipson will
Community Spotlight: Community Conscience
Shortly after 9:00 am on Monday, May 13, a young woman named Beverly walked toward the front doors of Community Conscience. Pregnant, and holding her two-year old child’s hand, she paused while her daughter tugged at her dress. “Mommy, look at the bunny,” the little girl said, pointing to the colorful, five-foot-tall rabbit outside of the building.
A Delicious Way To Help!
We found a delicious way for you to support Community Conscience. Eat at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse on Thursday, July 18, 2019 between 11 AM
Community Conscience Trustee Ricki Mikkelsen Awarded Senior of the Year
On June 13th at the Goebel Center in Thousand Oaks, the City of Thousand Oaks Senior of the Year awards and dinner was held. Ricki Mikkelsen was announced as the winner of the 2019 Senior of the Year award!
Community Spotlight: Fit 4 The Cause
“I love to teach Zumba® moves,” says Andrea, stopping for a moment to catch her breath after a group fitness program. “And I love helping other participants learn about strength training, and even things like stability exercises.” This attitude and passion is commendable in anyone, but it’s especially impressive in Andrea, a young adult with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Andrea has seized on an opportunity provided by Fit 4 The Cause, which has pioneered a Move*Dance*Breathe™ syndicated program that incorporates diverse exercise styles into each one-hour exercise session.
Community Conscience 2019 Volunteer of the Year
Each year in May Community Conscience has a Spring Luncheon. We invite the Directors of each agency in the Human Services Center, Community Conscience Trustees, and Advisory Council members. Also invited are the elected officials of neighboring cities. It is a chance for each agency housed in the Human Services Center to give a presentation about their incredible services. This year the event took on a delightful new twist as you will see below.