United Parents

01/30/2026

Before the day ends, we want to thank Hector and Maria Ortiz for underwriting our event. Fun fact - Maria is a United Parents board member. Thank you for showing up for us in multiple ways!

01/28/2026

🍀 Big news! Our annual fundraiser just got even more magical.
Join us for Green Hearts, Gold Futures — a night of celebration, connection, and Irish charm in support of Ventura County families.

🎉 Now featuring:

A hosted bar to toast the evening

Live Irish dancers bringing the spirit of the season

Irish-inspired food, music, silent auction, raffle, and more!

📅 Saturday, March 7 | 5:30–8:30pm
📍 Museum of Ventura County
🎟️ $80 early bird through Feb 14 | $85 after

RSVP now: https://bit.ly/heart2026

With a touch of Irish luck and a whole lot of heart, we celebrate the work that helps families grow stronger — nurturing hope, advocacy, and connection across Ventura County.

01/26/2026

Happy Monday! Just a friendly reminder of what's going on at United Parents this week. As always, information can be found on our website at these locations on our website:

https://www.unitedparents.org/workshopsandsupport-groups
https://www.unitedparents.org/news-and-events

01/23/2026

We’re gearing up for our 4th annual fundraising event - Green Hearts, Gold Futures - and you’re invited to be part of the magic! Join us on March 7 for an evening of community, connection, Irish‑inspired bites, entertainment, parent stories, and a silent auction — all in support of families navigating mental health, behavioral, and emotional challenges. Early‑bird tickets are just $80 through Feb 14, so grab yours and come help us make a brighter future for the families we serve!

Go to our website at www.unitedparents.org/annualfundraiser to secure your ticket and learn more.

01/20/2026

A huge thank‑you to our Clover Sponsor, Montecito Bank & Trust, for their generous support! Their commitment to strengthening our community helps make our work possible. We’re grateful for partners who believe in creating meaningful impact. 💚
Thank you, Montecito Bank & Trust!

01/19/2026

📢 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closure Notice

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our office will be closed on Monday.
We look forward to serving you when we reopen the following business day.
Thank you for your understanding as we take this time to reflect on Dr. King’s legacy of service, justice, and equality.

📢 Aviso de Cierre por el Día de Martin Luther King Jr.

En honor al Día de Martin Luther King Jr., nuestra oficina permanecerá cerrada el lunes.
Reanudaremos nuestras actividades el siguiente día hábil.
Gracias por su comprensión mientras tomamos este tiempo para reflexionar sobre el legado de servicio, justicia y igualdad del Dr. King.

01/17/2026

👶🧷 Diapers & Wipes Distribution 🧷👶
In partnership with Food Share, United Parents is proud to support families in need across Ventura County.

📍 United Parents – Oxnard Parent Drop-In Center
300 W. 5th Street, Suite A, Oxnard, CA 93030
🗓 Saturday, January 17, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📅 Ongoing distributions held every 3rd Saturday of the month

Each eligible child will receive 3 packs of diapers & wipes
📦 Available sizes: Newborn, 1, 2, 3, 4
⚠️ Limited stock on size 5
⏳ While supplies last

Please bring:
✔️ Proof of child (e.g., Medi-Cal card)
✔️ Your ID
✔️ A bag to carry your items
📞 For more information:
Hannah Abitia (805) 910-6583
Fernando Magaña (805) 910-8153

💙 Free event
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👶🧷 Distribución de Pañales y Toallitas 🧷👶
En colaboración con Food Share, United Parents (Padres Unidos) se enorgullece de apoyar a las familias necesitadas en todo el Condado de Ventura.

📍 United Parents – Oxnard Parent Drop-In Center
300 W. 5th Street, Suite A, Oxnard, CA 93030
🗓 Sábado, 17 de enero de 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📅 Las distribuciones continuarán cada tercer sábado del mes

Cada niño elegible recibirá 3 paquetes de pañales y toallitas
📦 Tallas disponibles: Recién nacido, 1, 2, 3, 4
⚠️ Inventario limitado de talla 5
⏳ Hasta agotar existencias

Por favor traiga:
✔️ Comprobante del niño (por ejemplo, tarjeta Medi-Cal)
✔️ Su identificación
✔️ Una bolsa para llevar sus artículos

📞 Para más información:
Hannah Abitia (805) 910-6583
Fernando Magaña (805) 910-8153

💙 Evento gratuito
Síguenos:

01/16/2026

🌟 Exciting News - Friday’s Farmworker Food Box Distribution! 🌟

We are honored to welcome a special guest: the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation (MAOF)!

MAOF provides free or low cost preschool and childcare for income eligible families. We are the only dual language preschool in Ventura County and aim to preserve and uphold the pride, values, and heritage of Mexican-American culture while proudly serving families of all backgrounds.

📅 Friday
📍 Farmworker Food Box Distribution
Come out, pick up your food box, and connect with an incredible organization doing vital work for families across California.

Learn more about MAOF at www.maof.org

🌟 ¡Noticias emocionantes para la Distribución de Cajas de Alimentos para Trabajadores agrícolas! 🌟

¡Nos honra dar la bienvenida a un invitado especial: la Mexican American Opportunity Foundation (MAOF)!

MAOF ofrece servicios de preescolar y cuidado infantil gratuitos o a bajo costo para familias que cumplen con los requisitos de ingresos. Somos el único preescolar bilingüe en el condado de Ventura y nuestro objetivo es preservar y promover el orgullo, los valores y la herencia de la cultura mexicoamericana, al mismo tiempo que brindamos servicios con orgullo a familias de todos los orígenes.

📅 Viernes
📍 Distribución de Cajas de Alimentos para Trabajadores agrícolas
Vengan, recojan su caja de alimentos y conéctense con una organización increíble que realiza un trabajo vital para las familias en todo California.
Obtén más información sobre MAOF en www.maof.org

MAOF uses a multi-generational approach to uplift the whole family. We provide social services for infants through seniors across four pillars: early child education services, senior services, community development services, and community partnership services.

01/14/2026

In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, we would like to share this incredible resource from Ventura County Behavioral Health.

01/14/2026

📢 Reminder: Upcoming Events This Week!
We have some great events happening over the next few days—don’t miss out!
✅ Thursday: Spanish Parent Support Group
✅ Friday: Farmworker Food Box Distribution
✅ Saturday: Diaper Distribution

For details on times and locations, visit our website:
👉 www.unitedparents.org/news-and-events

Thank you for being part of our community and supporting these important programs! 💙

01/13/2026

💚✨ Gratitude Spotlight ✨💚

Thankful Tuesday acknowledges our deep gratitude to
Light Gabler, LLP for their generous support in
underwriting beer and wine for our annual event, Green
Hearts, Gold Futures. 🌿💛

01/08/2026

💚✨ Gratitude Spotlight ✨💚

Thankful Thursday acknowledges our deep gratitude to
Maria and Tim McDonnel for their generous support in
underwriting advertising for our annual event, Green
Hearts, Gold Futures. 🌿💛