Youth graduating from high school, an ACCESS high school, home schooling, or getting their GED are given the opportunity to participate in a cap & gown ceremony. Youth’s family and friends are invited to celebrate this milestone with them, and join them for a catered dinner following the ceremony. Immediately following the dinner will be … Continue reading Post-Graduation Ceremony, Dinner and Party (For ILP Youth Only) →

Skillz4Life Workshops provide important life skills training for youth who are transitioning into independent living; helping them to realize their personal potential. Good food, great desserts, and interactive table discussions with individuals who care about youth, combine for a fun and worthwhile evenin

Check out the SAC Planetarium while also having the opportunity to learn about the SAC college campus, while learning about important resources that will help them succeed in college.

Employees of SchoolsFirst Credit Union who come from foster and/or other difficult upbringings return again to help pass along  valuable lessons learned in their careers.

A smaller, more mature version of ILP Workshops

Skillz4Life Workshops provide important life skills training for youth who are transitioning into independent living; helping them to realize their personal potential. Good food, great desserts, and interactive table discussions with individuals who care about youth, combine for a fun and worthwhile evening

We will be meeting here at the Orangewood Foundation for a light breakfast, then taking vans down to San Onofre State Beach near the San Onofre Bluffs Campground. We will walk along the beach next to some sandstone cliffs where narrow canyons have been formed, exploring and picking up trash along the way. *Transportation is very … Continue reading Helping Hands – Beach Trail Clean-Up →

Special Guest Officer Longnecker of the OC Sherrifs Department will be speaking to youth about dating apps, dating sites and cyber bullying. Her years and years of experience give her valuable insight into the dangers of these sites, and she will share this knowledge with you.

A smaller, more mature version of ILP Workshops which focuses on a different topic each month.  Topics discussed will be based on current events, issues, or ideas from youth.

Skillz4Life Workshops provide important life skills training for youth who are transitioning into independent living; helping them to realize their personal potential. Good food, great desserts, and interactive table discussions with individuals who care about youth, combine for a fun and worthwhile evening

We will be meeting here at the Orangewood Foundation for a light breakfast, then taking vans to a local hiking area.  Additional Details TBD. Please Call for more information. *Transportation is very limited. CALL (714) 619-0227 FOR MORE INFO

Join us at Monkey Business Café in Fullerton for a cooking workshop, and learn more about the programs (and delicious food) that Monkey Business Cafe offers. We will create delicious dishes using items found at the 99 Cent Store and in the Orangewood ORC. Monkey Business Café gives teenagers and young adults an opportunity to … Continue reading Cooking on a Budget Workshop @ Monkey Business Café, Fullerton →

A smaller, more mature version of ILP Workshops

Employees of SchoolsFirst Credit Union who come from foster and/or other difficult upbringings return to help pass along valuable lessons learned in their careers. Each workshop focuses on a different topic relating to Personal Finance.

Skillz4Life Workshops provide important life skills training for youth who are transitioning into independent living; helping them to realize their personal potential. Good food, great desserts, and interactive table discussions with individuals who care about youth, combine for a fun and worthwhile evening!

Representatives from Didi Hirsch will be speaking to youth about the nature of suicide, suicide related statistics, how stress, depression and suicide are connected, risk factors and warning signs of suicide. They also learn what to do and who to talk to when a friend or family member is suicidal and are provided resources for … Continue reading ** Suicide Awareness and Prevention ** →

A smaller, more mature version of ILP Workshops which focuses on a different topic each month.  Topics discussed will be based on current events, issues, or ideas from youth.

Information geared towards current & former foster youth who are interested in pursuing an education and/or career past high school. Guided tours of the campus will take place throughout the day, along with info booths with potential employers, colleges and universities, and raffles. PLUS, you don't want to miss out on lunch provided by on … Continue reading SPECIAL EVENT – College and Career Fair at Saddleback College →

Special Guests, including students from Santa Ana College's Nursing Program will be presenting important information about STD's during an interactive workshop.

What Goes Around - What Goes Around tells the story of five friends as they navigate through the final days of high school and the issues of sexually transmitted diseases, friendship and honesty. The Orangewood PALS will be providing a Taco Truck for dinner, and we will have great giveaways, including wireless speakers and portable … Continue reading LIVE PERFORMANCE – Kaiser Permanente Educational Theater Presents “What Goes Around” →

A smaller, more mature version of ILP Workshops which focuses on a different topic each month.

Skillz4Life Workshops provide important life skills training for youth who are transitioning into independent living; helping them to realize their personal potential. Good food, great desserts, and interactive table discussions with individuals who care about youth, combine for a fun and worthwhile evening!

Join members of the CYC for an informative and interactive night. You'll learn how your peers in the CYC are speaking up for foster youth, and fighting for you in the local, state, and federal government.

Join the Saddleback Family for a night filled with delicious food and good friends. Volunteers with Saddleback Church cook up a huge Thanksgiving feast for everyone to enjoy, complete with decorated tables and giveaways. You won’t want to miss this!

Are you a parent who has questions on what to do? Think you're ready to be a parent? Not sure? Join the Peer Mentors you know and respect as they lead this workshop with tips on parenting learned through their own experiences.

A smaller, more mature version of ILP Workshops which focuses on a different topic each month. Topics discussed will be based on current events, issues, or ideas from youth.

This exciting evening will include a photo booth, games, dinner, raffles prizes, dancing, and more. Come eat, dance, and be merry!

This Painting workshop will be led by an Orangewood Staff member, and an Orangewood Peer Mentor. We'll talk to you about how we've been able to use painting to relieve stress, while creating some awesome pieces of art. Choose which painting you would like to create and we'll walk you through it step by step. … Continue reading CANCELED – Paint With Us! →

Join us at Round Table Pizza, as we look back on the past year's ups and downs, and look forward to a new beginning. If you attended last year - Be sure to come back so you can open and read your letters from last year to your future selves!

Taste some delicious Crock Pot recipes, then do all the prep work with us as you prepare a meal to take home to cook in your very own crock pot. All participating youth will receive a Crockpot to take home!