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Volunteer Opportunities

JoyMakers make a positive impact on the children, teens, and families we serve. By providing a unique blend of volunteerism, raising awareness, and in-kind and monetary donations throughout the year, JoyMakers continue to make an incredible impact toward our mission. If you or your group are interested in a JoyMakers project listed below, please contact Development Manager Warren Johnson at (858) 634-8346 or wjohnson@centerforchildren.org.

Many of the children and families we serve are not only dealing with mental health issues that affect their family’s dynamic and individual well-being, but also with the stress of putting food on the table on the table due to severe lack of resources. By providing a basket (or grocery bag) of nonperishable food and a gift card to a local grocery store, you will help alleviate daily stressors and create joy for families as they spend time preparing and sharing meals together.

  • Provide a food basket for a family of 4. Non-perishable food items (e.g. rice, beans, canned vegetables, boxed potatoes) and a gift certificate to a local grocery store to purchase a turkey and other perishable items.

Bring your team to help beautify our main campus for youth at the Center. Previous groups have done light painting or landscaping. Contact us to discuss!

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“Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.”

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Thank you to all our incredible JoyMakers!

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