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Santa Barbara YMCA Expands Programs to Fight Senior Loneliness
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) — The Santa Barbara YMCA is expanding opportunities for older adults to stay active, meet people and build connections as concerns about loneliness and social isolation grow.
Sean Savatt and Matthew Bronson Join Channel Islands YMCA Board
The Channel Islands YMCA has welcomed Sean Savatt and Matthew Bronson to its Board of Directors. They bring experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, public service, and community engagement across the Central Coast.
‘It’s Our Kids’: Solving Santa Barbara’s Sex Trafficking Problem
Local Organizations Work to Support Survivors and Protect Vulnerable YouthBy Callie Fausey | September 10, 2026 Although it is not as visible as other crimes that occur on State Street, trafficking does happen locally.In fact, the Federal Bureau of Investigation identified Santa Barbara as a hub for human trafficking, noting its role as a corridor between major…
Channel Islands YMCA Backpack Drive Provides School Supplies and Hope for Local Children
As families prepare for the start of a new school year, the Channel Islands YMCA is helping ensure local children have the tools they need to succeed.Through the Channel Islands YMCA’s annual Backpack Drive, YMCAs throughout the Central Coast came together this summer to collect new and unused backpacks for children and families who need…
Channel Islands YMCA Welcomes Paige Harris as Executive Director of the Lompoc Family YMCA
The Channel Islands YMCA is pleased to announce the appointment of Paige Harris as Executive Director of the Lompoc Family YMCA. A seasoned YMCA professional with more than 13 years of experience, Harris brings a passion for relationship-building, community engagement, and youth development to her new role.A familiar face within the YMCA movement, Harris returns…
Channel Islands YMCA Youth & Family Services Welcomes Two New Board Members
Channel Islands YMCA Youth & Family Services (YFS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jordan Killebrew and Dr. Serena Cyr to its Board of Directors. Together, they bring experience in community engagement, communications, advocacy, behavioral health, and youth and family support.“We are thrilled to welcome Jordan and Serena to the Youth & Family Services…
New Transitional Home Opens for Young Adults Facing Homelessness in Santa Barbara
Channel Islands YMCA just opened a new transitional home in Santa Barbara, offering young adults experiencing homelessness a place to rebuild and gain independence.The Mission House will welcome eight residents between the ages of 18 and 21.Residents can stay for up to eighteen months while receiving support for education, employment, and everyday life skills.The program…
SLO Chamber of Commerce names citizen of the year.
Longtime community leader Geri LaChance was named San Luis Obispo’s 2025 citizen of the year. The San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce honored LaChance and her contributions to the community during its annual dinner on Saturday night alongside more than 600 guests, a news release said. During the past 14 years, LaChance held numerous leadership…