{"id":23168,"date":"2025-07-23T08:00:51","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T15:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vccf.org\/?page_id=23168"},"modified":"2026-03-30T15:21:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T22:21:58","slug":"neighbors-support-fund","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vccf.org\/es\/neighbors-support-fund\/","title":{"rendered":"Neighbors Support Fund"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<h1>\n\t\t\tVentura County <br \/>Neighbors Support Fund\t<\/h1>\n<p>Right now, Ventura County is experiencing a humanitarian crisis. Financial uncertainty and real hardship are impacting many families, small businesses, and frontline workers. In the face of this challenge, the Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund has emerged as a powerful community response.<\/p>\n<p>Managed by the Ventura County Community Foundation and guided by a respected coalition of civic, business, nonprofit, education, and faith leaders, the fund ensures 100% of contributions go directly to urgent needs: food, shelter, rent, transportation, and critical services. This work is being done to help our neighbors so we all have a better place to work, live, and raise our families.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/donate\/donate-to-support-disaster-relief\/\" target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDonate\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"tel:8059880196\"  target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t(805) 988 0196\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0439-1-4.png\" alt=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" height=\"60\" width=\"44\" title=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tSee your contributions make the immediate, lasting impact that you can feel\t<\/h3>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0439-1-4.png\" alt=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" height=\"60\" width=\"44\" title=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-11.png\" alt=\"image (11)\" height=\"563\" width=\"463\" title=\"image (11)\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tTogether for Urgent Relief\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>The Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund provides urgent assistance to families and small business owners through trusted community partners. A special advisory committee of respected local leaders ensures transparent distribution of resources to address our most critical humanitarian needs.<\/p>\n\t<p>Our priority is helping families with food, shelter, and basic necessities while also supporting our community through the wider economic impact of this crisis.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/donate\/donate-to-support-disaster-relief\/\" target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHelp Now\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tWhat We Do &#038; Why It Matters\t<\/h2>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/1.svg\" alt=\"1\" title=\"1\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<p>Immediate Relief for Families<\/p>\n\t<p>We provide essential support-food, shelter, and basic necessities-to families facing urgent needs during times of crisis.<\/p>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/2.svg\" alt=\"2\" title=\"2\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<p>Support for Agricultural Workforce<\/p>\n\t<p>Agriculture drives our $4 billion economy and sustains up to 40,000 jobs. We help protect workforce stability and the livelihoods of those who power our businesses and communities.<\/p>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/3.svg\" alt=\"3\" title=\"3\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<p>Keeping Kids in School<\/p>\n\t<p>School attendance has dropped, affecting learning and future opportunities. We support initiatives that keep students engaged and preserve critical school funding.<\/p>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/4.svg\" alt=\"4\" title=\"4\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<p>Strengthening Community Nonprofits<\/p>\n\t<p>Local nonprofits are overwhelmed by unprecedented demand. We help sustain these trusted organizations so they can continue serving families in need.<\/p>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/6.svg\" alt=\"6\" title=\"6\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<p>Safeguarding Local Economy<\/p>\n\t<p>By stabilizing families and workers, we help reduce economic disruption and ensure long-term prosperity for Ventura County.<\/p>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/5.svg\" alt=\"5\" title=\"5\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<p>Supporting Small Businesses<\/p>\n\t<p>Helping local small businesses weather the crisis, retain employees, and keep our community&#8217;s economy strong.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252037802973156\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tApply for Funding\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0439-1-4.png\" alt=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" height=\"60\" width=\"44\" title=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tTogether, we can meet this moment and continue Ventura County&#8217;s legacy of resilience, compassion, and collective care\t<\/h3>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0439-1-4.png\" alt=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" height=\"60\" width=\"44\" title=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" 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height=\"224\" width=\"581\" title=\"Santa Paula Latino Town Hall\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t<figcaption>Santa Paula Latino Town Hall<\/figcaption>\n\t<\/figure>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/AAUW-Thousand-Oaks.png\" alt=\"American Association of University Women - Thousand Oaks\" height=\"827\" width=\"1640\" title=\"AAUW Thousand Oaks\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/City-of-Santa-Paula-Edited.png\" alt=\"City of Santa Paula\" height=\"900\" width=\"900\" title=\"City of Santa Paula\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t<figcaption>City of Santa Paula<\/figcaption>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<p><em>And many others!<\/em><\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/vccf.org\/neighbors-support-fund\/join-the-coalition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tJoin the Coalition\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/VCNSF-Store.png\" alt=\"VCNSF Store\" height=\"2000\" width=\"2000\" title=\"VCNSF Store\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tWear Your Support and Give Back\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Show your support out in our community by wearing a t-shirt or tote bag for the Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund, and all net proceeds for all purchases of Neighbors Support Fund items will go to support the fund.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/vccf.org\/store\" target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVisit Our Store\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tFunding Updates for Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>If you are a nonprofit or in education and would like to apply for funding, please sign up for email notifications here.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/neighbors-support-fund\/neighbors-support-fund-sign-up\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSign Up\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252037802973156\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tApply for Funding\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-13.png\" alt=\"image (13)\" height=\"563\" width=\"463\" title=\"image (13)\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tOur Grantees to Date\t<\/h2>\n\t<ul>\n<li>805 UndocuFund<\/li>\n<li>Adelante Comunidad Conejo<\/li>\n<li>ATLAS Ventura Housing<\/li>\n<li>Boys &amp; Girls Club of Camarillo<\/li>\n<li>Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley<\/li>\n<li>Buen Vecino<\/li>\n<li>Catalyst Family Inc.<\/li>\n<li>Catholic Charities of Ventura County<\/li>\n<li>City Impact<\/li>\n<li>Conejo Community Outreach<\/li>\n<li>Conejo Free Clinic<\/li>\n<li>Conejo Schools Foundation<\/li>\n<li>Conejo Valley Senior Concerns<\/li>\n<li>Food Share of Ventura County<\/li>\n<li>Friends of Fieldworkers, Inc.<\/li>\n<li>Harbor House<\/li>\n<li>HELP of Ojai<\/li>\n<li>House Farm Workers!<\/li>\n<li>Interface Children &amp; Family Services<\/li>\n<li>James Storehouse<\/li>\n<li>LUCHA, Inc.<\/li>\n<li>Many Mansions<\/li>\n<li>Mixteco\/Ind\u00edgena Community Organizing Project (MICOP)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t<ul>\n<li>Moorpark College Foundation<\/li>\n<li>Nate&#8217;s Place, A Wellness and Recovery Center<\/li>\n<li>One Step A La Vez<\/li>\n<li>Outreach Alliance of Ventura County<\/li>\n<li>Oxnard College Foundation<\/li>\n<li>Partnership for Safe Families and Communities of Ventura County<\/li>\n<li>People&#8217;s Self-Help Housing<\/li>\n<li>Rescue Mission Alliance<\/li>\n<li>Safe Passage Youth Foundation<\/li>\n<li>Samaritan Center &#8211; Simi Valley<\/li>\n<li>Saticoy Food Hub<\/li>\n<li>Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church<\/li>\n<li>Shelter Care Resources<\/li>\n<li>Spirit of Santa Paula<\/li>\n<li>United Parents<\/li>\n<li>Ventura College Foundation<\/li>\n<li>Ventura County Rescue Mission<\/li>\n<li>Westminster Free Clinic<\/li>\n<li>Women&#8217;s Economic Ventures<\/li>\n<li>Women of Substance and Men of Honor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0439-1-4.png\" alt=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" height=\"60\" width=\"44\" title=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tLet&#8217;s meet this moment &#8211; together &#8211; and show our neighbors they never stand alone\t<\/h3>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0439-1-4.png\" alt=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" height=\"60\" width=\"44\" title=\"\u0421\u043b\u043e\u0438\u0306 1 4\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tVentura County Neighbors Support Fund\u00a0 Frequently Asked Questions\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\tWhat is the Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund?\n\t\t\t\t<p>The Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund is a united and urgent community response to the instability and economic hardship facing Ventura County families in light of the recent events. Led by a coalition of civic, business, nonprofit, education, and faith leaders, the fund provides immediate humanitarian relief through trusted frontline partners. Our efforts aim to bring us together, neighbor to neighbor, so that no family feels alone.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tWhat kinds of support does the fund provide?\n\t\t\t\t<p>Through our trusted community partners, the fund aims to meet the needs of our community&#8217;s most pressing humanitarian needs, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Food, transportation, and essential supplies for families in need<\/li>\n<li>Emergency shelter and rental assistance<\/li>\n<li>Critical services provided by schools, neighborhood centers, business and economic development hubs, and community based organizations<\/li>\n<li>Additional urgent needs as they emerge<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\tWho benefits from the Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund?\n\t\t\t\t<p>The fund seeks to support families, children, workers, students, and neighbors in our communities who are most vulnerable during this crisis. From those facing sudden displacement or economic strain, to children affected by school disruptions, to local businesses impacted by workforce uncertainty, the fund supports individuals and families throughout Ventura County, ensuring that those who are often left behind in moments of crisis have a support system. However, Ventura County as a whole benefits when we raise each other up.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tHow are decisions made about who receives funding?\n\t\t\t\t<p>The Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund is committed to transparency and accountability. A special advisory committee, comprised of respected community leaders, will guide the distribution of funds to ensure maximum impact.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tHow does the fund address long-term community impact?\n\t\t\t\t<p>While the fund focuses on immediate relief, it also works to preserve the stability of our local economy, education systems, and nonprofit infrastructure. From supporting Ventura County&#8217;s vital agricultural workforce to stabilizing school attendance and uplifting community based organizations, this fund is part of our longstanding commitment to regional resilience, compassion, and shared recovery.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tHow can my organization apply for support?\n\t\t\t\t<p>Local organizations serving Ventura County residents can visit our website for eligibility criteria and application guidelines. If you are an organization seeking funding, please check back here for more information soon.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tI am a community based organization, who can answer my questions?\n\t\t\t\t<p>Please contact <a href=\"mailto:info@vccf.org\">info@vccf.org <\/a><\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tDonor FAQs\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\tHow can I contribute to the fund?\n\t\t\t\t<p>Digital donations can be made through our website <a href=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/donate\/donate-to-support-disaster-relief\/\">here<\/a>. Contributions of any size will directly support our neighbors in need.<\/p>\n<p>We can also accept checks, stock or wire transfer. We do not accept in-kind donations or goods.<\/p>\n<p>Mail checks to: Ventura County Community Foundation, 4001 Mission Oaks Blvd, Suite A, Camarillo, CA 93012. Please include &#8220;Neighbors Support Fund&#8221; in the memo line.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tWill I receive a receipt for tax purposes?\n\t\t\t\t<p>Yes. Online donors will receive an automatic email confirmation and letter in mail. For gifts made by check, wire, or stock, acknowledgement letters will be mailed within a week of receipt.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tWhere can I find updates on the fund&#8217;s impact?\n\t\t\t\t<p>You can <a href=\"https:\/\/vccf.org\/media-news\/email-newsletter-sign-up\/\">sign up for the Power of Purpose newsletter<\/a> for impact updates.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\tI am a donor, who can answer my questions?\n\t\t\t\t<p>Please <a href=\"#join-the-movement\">contact Mike Soules<\/a> or call us at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=vccf+phone+number&amp;rlz=1C1ONGR_enUS1120US1120&amp;oq=vccf+phone+number&amp;gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCAgAEEUYJxg7MggIABBFGCcYOzIGCAEQRRhAMg0IAhAAGIYDGIAEGIoFMg0IAxAAGIYDGIAEGIoFMg0IBBAAGIYDGIAEGIoFMgoIBRAAGIAEGKIEMgoIBhAAGIAEGKIEMgoIBxAAGIAEGKIE0gEIMjY4N2owajSoAgCwAgE&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8#\" data-dtype=\"d3ph\" data-local-attribute=\"d3ph\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjMybC9uMeQAxV5PEQIHTzeITYQkAgoAHoECEMQAw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">(805) 988-0196<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tTogether, We Make Hope Happen\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>The Ventura County Neighbors Support Fund will ensure that families in need receive immediate humanitarian relief, help safeguard the stability of our local economy, and sustain the safety net that so many rely on. 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