Non Profit
Our Non-Profit section highlights organizations dedicated to serving the community, addressing critical issues such as homelessness, education, environmental sustainability, and social justice. Discover inspiring stories of local heroes, upcoming events, and volunteer opportunities that allow you to get involved. Stay informed about initiatives that make a difference in our community and learn how you can support the vital work of non-profit organizations in Santa Monica.
Boy Scouts take to the sky
Aviation: Local Boy Scouts from Pacific Palisades recently worked to obtain their Aviation Merit Badge, which requires scouts to successfully...
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Oktoberfest
B&G: The inaugural Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica Oktoberfest hosted by the NextGen Leadership Council raised more than...
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Food Bank’s Hunger Walk returns to raise $100,000
Westside Food Bank’s (WSFB) Annual 5K Hunger Walk is returning to Santa Monica in person this weekend for the first...
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Local Lion’s Club invites the community to “The Godfather” of a spaghetti fundraiser on Oct. 16
Drawing inspiration from an iconic Hollywood film, the Santa Monica-Pacific Palisades Lion’s Club is excited to announce a new event...
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Elks Award
Patriot day: Santa Monica Elks 906 celebrated Patriot Day with a 9-11 memorial ceremony, Santa Monica Elks Firefighter of the...
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Samohi 50th Reunion
Reunion: Santa Monica High School’s class of 1972 celebrated its 50th reunion on Saturday, Sept. 10 at the MdR Hotel...
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Human Services grant program set to accept new applications
For the first time in eight years, Santa Monica nonprofit organizations will soon be able to apply to receive money...
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Church in Ocean Park to be celebrated for its history of local activism
The Santa Monica Conservancy is hosting an event this weekend highlighting the rich history of the Church in Ocean Park...
Read moreEndowed Chair to Advance Truth Decay Research Established in Honor of RAND President and CEO Michael D. Rich
RAND Corporation supporters have contributed more than $3.9 million to endow a new chair to advance research aimed at countering...
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LA-area animal shelters at capacity seek foster homes
By now, we’ve all heard the mantra: “Adopt, don’t shop!” But what about “Foster, don’t shop!”? It may not have...
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