The holidays are an exciting time of the year that we all look forward to, even if our celebrations look a little different this year. While we settle in to the festivities Our County. Our Kids. is reflecting on what we are thankful for this […]
On their annual Adoption Day event, Our County. Our Kids celebrated the adoption of six local foster youth. Four boys and two girls between the ages of one and fifteen were adopted into forever homes, and families were invited to a special adoption day event […]
Dear Caregivers and Community Partners, We are facing a truly unprecedented and challenging situation with the Coronavirus outbreak. However, we know that the connections we have made with you, our caregivers and stakeholders, will help us weather this storm. We appreciate all of the efforts […]
The Kelly Marsh Team at Cornerstone Home Lending in Santa Barbara, together with the Santa Barbara Trolley Company and Our County. Our Kids hosted a spectacular Christmas trolley ride through the city of Santa Barbara. The special evening included a ride around the city in a decked-out trolley, a visit from Santa, […]
To show appreciation for the resource families making a difference in the lives of many youth in care, Our County. Our Kids hosted a family fun day filled with health and wellness activities, giving resource parents a chance to disconnect from life’s daily stressors. More than 130 guests […]
New non-profit and Our County, Our Kids partner to make youths’ dreams come true in honor of late teen A trip to Disneyland is a special treat for any kid, and Charles and Kristin Scott of Lompoc are bringing that opportunity to underprivileged kids through […]
Entering high school may be one of the most exciting and intimidating experiences in any young teen’s life. But for Justin Riggs, the devastating and sudden loss of his mother from diabetes complications prompting his transition into the foster care system, was the game-changer he […]
Sometimes, becoming a resource family to kids in foster care is about celebrating the little things: school improvements, soccer games, and positive attitude shifts along with birthdays and anniversaries. And other times, it’s about celebrating the sheer magnitude of a family reuniting. At Santa Barbara […]
Today, the meaning of “family” has become increasingly inclusive and diverse. Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trend than Matt and Michael Pennon, a Santa Maria couple who are writing their own definition of family while positively affecting the lives of foster children and youth […]