An in-home education program for families with children age 0-3, that teaches parents how to be their child’s first teacher. Impact will be evaluated based on each child’s school readiness as tested when they enter the CAC Head Start program and kindergarten. Monthly gatherings for families in the Ready for School program creates a support network for families. Provided in collaboration with CALM.

The CVFRC distributes new backpacks and grade-appropriate school supplies to elementary school children at the beginning of the school year.

A summer academic enrichment program that pairs older students with younger students and community volunteers to encourage reading throughout the summer, in collaboration with the Cuyama Library and Cuyama Joint Unified School District. Reading Buddies meets twice a week for 8-10 weeks to encourage reading based on the Accelerated Reader book list for each grade level.

The CVFRC supports very low-income families through donation and distribution programs such as Toys for Tots, Operation School Bell, and others.

A precursor to the Future Leaders program, middle-school age “Present” Leaders work together on community service projects, social events, and extracurricular activities.

The CVFRC holds monthly Mature Adults senior luncheons on the 2nd Monday of every month.

This easy stretch and strengthening class is offered every Wednesday morning.

A series of healthy eating and cooking courses taught by the CVFRC’s resident Promotora. Sessions will be based on a theme chosen by the seniors.

The CVFRC manages free food distributions three times each month. Working with the FoodBank of Santa Barbara County and Catholic Charities, CVFRC coordinates these food distributions with the overall goal of reducing food insecurity in the Cuyama Valley. Two appointment-only food distributions take place on the 1st and 4th Wednesdays of each month. A larger food distribution takes place on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Location: Richardson Park. For more information:

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The CVFRC’s annual health fair brings representatives from health and safety-related agencies to the Cuyama Valley to educate members of the Cuyama community. This lively day-long event features health and dental screenings, free flu shots plus presentations from the Fire Department, the California Highway Patrol, CalStar and others.

In collaboration with the Community Health Clinic, the CVFRC offers Mental Health Groups which meet monthly and are open to all residents.

The CVFRC assists individuals who are seeking to become citizens of the United States with classes and other support services.

The CVFRC organizes community events throughout the year. Watch our Calendar and Events page for announcements.

The Cuyama Valley Community Association (CVCA) addresses issues facing the region through education, advocacy and connection.

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Local Cuyama residents have been trained as Promotores de Salud and are working together to improve our community.

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