Assistance League of Fullerton, (C, So)
Chapter House, 233 W. Amerige Ave., Full. 92832,714

Choices / Teen Awareness, Inc., (C, So, R)
2545 E. Chapman Ave, #200, Full. 92831, 714.525.5997, Fx: 714.525.5753
Abstinence (from Sex) education geared towards the teen population. "To educate, empower and encourage teens to embrace their hopes for a bright future by making healthy decisions today".

the Compassionate Friends, (C, E)
Orange County Chapter meets in Fullerton every 3rd Wednesday: Call 714-993-6708 An organization for families who have had a child die at any age and or any cause. Offers Support group meetings.

County of Orange Health Care Agency: ADAS (Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services) (C, E, So)
211 W. Commonwealth ave., suite 204, Full. 92832, 714-447-7030 or 714-480-6722
A governmental program providing help for Drug and Alcohol abuse, through prevention and education, support groups and referrals.

Crittenton Services for Children and Families, (C, S)
P.O. Box 919, Fullerton, 92836-0919, 714-680-9000/fax 714-680-8207
Corporate office: 801 E. Chapman #230
Provides shelter and counseling for children in need, especially those who were abused or abandonned. Incorporated in 1966 as a charitable non-profit corporation.

Ebell Club of Fullerton (C, S)
Meets 1rst Friday of the month @ Ebell Clubhouise, 313 Laguna Road.
Call 714-526-2414 for more info.

F.A.C.E.S., Family Assessment Counseling & Educational Services, Inc.(C)
505 E. Commonwealth Ave., Full. 92831, 714.879.9616, 877.422.3223, Fx: 714.879.2041
Family services for children in single parent families. Services (which include anger management, child counseling, marriage couseling & individual therapy) provided on a sliding scale, spanish speaking therapists available. A non-profit organization. Founded in 1988.

Faith's Hope Foundation (C,S, Medical)
2271 W. Malvern, suite 382, Full. 92833, 714-871-4673, Fx: 714-784-7540
Established in 2002, FHF was inspired by the miraculous struggles of a little girl named "Faith". She was born with a congenital heart defect and underwent open-heart surgery to save her life within 72 hours of her birth. Her parents had to endure financial hardship, almost losing their house, no organization was there to help... Since then, FHF was founded and the group endeavors to be there for families in need who face the same hardships. Most expenses are covered.

the Family Outreach Center (C, S)
210 N. Malden Ave., Full. 92832, Hotline: 714-992-1931, 714-449-7535
A non-profit organization; a service of the Women's transitional Living Center, and a member of Orange County's United Way. Walkin hours: 9am to 6pm, closed Mon and Sun. Deals with Domestic violence/ Family abuse (Physical/Emotional) through Advocacy, counseling and Education.

FISH of Fullerton, Inc.(Friends In Service to Humanity) (C)
P.O.Box 6334, Full. 92834, 714-533-3113
FISH has served the residents of Fullerton since 1972. It's volunteers provide free transportation and other services to their neighbors in need. It is a private transportation service for Fullerton residents. Drivers are not paid but donations can be made to FISH.

Fullerton Collaborative:(C,S)
"To build and support a healthy community for all Fullerton residents." (A network forum for Fullerton's social service providers and citizens.) No specific mail address. Please contact: Fullerton school district healthy start office @ 714-447-7499 or Barry Ross at St. Jude medical Center @ 714-992-3000, ext. 3862. Organizer of the yearly "Faces of Fullerton" event @ the Downtown Fullerton Plaza (in June). 714-447-2884.

ALSO: Afterschool Program (Orangethorpe school) (C,E)
This program is run by the City (Collaborative program) in contract with the Fullerton School District. Space is limited, and there is a fee. Runs from 01/03/05 to 06/09/05 providing homework assistance, educational enrichment and recreational activities. Call: Aaron Orozco:@ 714-738-5382.

L.E.A.D. Program (Junior High Leadership) (C,E)
This program is run by the City . Runs from October to May @ Ladera Vista, Nicholas (Tues) & Parks (Thurs) Junior Highs. Program builds and develops decision-making skills thru activities, camps, projects and events. Call: Aaron Orozco:@ 714-738-5382.

North Orange County Youth Center (C,E)
Provides an array of employment & training services for 16-21 year-old persons. call 562-905-7076.

Fullerton Interfaith Emergency Services, FIES (C, R).
FIES maintains a food bank for the Hungry, and has a limited amount of beds available for people/families temporarily rendered homeless. 714-529-4885.

Family Resource Centers:

• Fullerton Family Resource Center (C, S)
  140 E. Commonwealth Ave, suite 201, Full. 92832, 714-526-7166
  Associated with "Stand for Children"' a nationwide grassroots organization providing a voice for children.
• Project Access: Family Resource Center at North Hills (C, S)
  570 E. Imperial Hwy., Full. 92835, 714-870-1338, Fx: 714-870-1929
  a non-profit organization, establishes Family resource Centers on-site at various "low-income" locations to serve the working poor. Services include prenatal/maternal health, parenting, nutrition, scholl readiness, after-school tutoring, ESL, financial education, low-cost healthcare, etc.
• PC.FRC, Project Connections: Family Resource Centers (C, S)
  Orangewood Children's Foundation; Anaheim/Fullerton FRC
  1260 Riviera St., Anaheim, (2801, 714-765-3776, fax: 714-774-5668.
  Health education and in-home support services for pregnant women and families with children 0 to 5. Also provides health access in a family-friendly manner by providing assistance to community partners.

Fullerton Historic Theatre Foundation
Go to the special page: foxtheatre.html
Group seeking the preservation and restoration of the Alician Court Theatre AKA "Fox Theatre".

Fullerton Lions Clubs: (S,C)
Largest Service Organization in the world. They emphasize eyesight and hearing programs, but also have a strong community involvement. There are Two clubs in Fullerton: Fullerton breakfast Lions, and, Fullerton-Host Lions (meets 1rst & 3rd Tuesday @ 7pm @ Marie Callendars on Yorba lInda Blvd.), 714-883-2693. Each club sponsors a "Leo" club in a High School (Sunny Hills & Troy).

Fullerton Neighborhood Watch Association, FNWA (C, So)
714-738-6836
Organization ithat thrives to keep your neighborhoods safe by informing proactive residents. Group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month @ 7pm at the Fullerton Police Department (Commonwealth & Highland)

Fullerton Public Library Foundation (C, E, So)
Fullerton Main Library, 353 W. Commonwealth Ave., Full. 92832, 714-738-3366
Organization in charge of raising funds thru private means (Donations, book sales, fund-raisers) to operate the Fullerton Library. Specifically targeted are funds related to the Materials acquisition (Books, CD, DVD,etc), because City funding has gradually decreased over the years.

Fullerton Rotary Clubs (S, C)
Oldest of the 3 major Service Organizations. Main emphasis is youth, such as helping the Boys & Girls Clubs.

the Green Education Project (C, E)
P.O. Box 6298., Full. 92834, 714-595-8078
A 501 c3 non-profit organization established in 2004 by Miranda Miller to enhance through education the awareness of environmental issues among elementary students in Orange county.

Hoopstars (Basketball), "Hoops and Stars" (C)
2920 Terraza, Full. 92835, 714-870-7294, hoopstars@starband.com
This group organizes basketball games for the developmentally challenged youngsters and young adults

International Aid
2601 E. Chapman Ave., suite 202, Full. 92831-3738, 714-992-6491

Kiwanis Club of Fullerton (S, C)
Meets on Mondays, Wyndham Hotel, 222 W. Houston Ave., call 714-255-0925 for more info.

League of Women Voters of North Orange County (P, S)
Meets every 4th Thursday of the month @ Sizzler Restaurant, 1401 N. Harbor Blvd.
Call 714-254-7440 for more info.

Leon Owens Foundation (C, S, E)
P.O. Box 6238, Full. 92831-6238, 714-773-1791
A non-profit Organization established in 1994, in memory of the late Leon Owens, a Fullerton resident. The mission is: "We believe that we can and will make a positive impact on the lives of young and old persons trying to improve their lives through education; in our youth through sports, science, reading, music, and the arts; and by providing assistance to those in need". Since its inception the Leon owens Foundation has awarded more than 70 scholarships to deserving students.

Little Eagle Free (C, S)
510 S. Harbor Blvd., Full. 92832, 714-879-8007
A non-profit organization established in 1995 by Frances Knott to provide youth of native american ancestry with scholorships and support to enable them to access and finish higher education levels (college, Jr. College or trade schools). Famous Fullertonian members include Luis Armijo, Les Walls, Steven Heape & Justin Farmer. Over 150 scholorships have been awarded since 1997.

Meals on Wheels (C, S)
233 W. Amerige (in the Full. Assistance League's School Bell Building), Full. 92832, 714-871-2200 (call Mon-Fri. 9am to 2pm).
Provides meals (twice a day) to needy people, 49,691 in 2003, Mon. to Fri. all year long.

MOM Club (So)
Club for stay-at-home moms, offering park days, field trips and special events. There are three chapters: MOM Club of West Fullerton/92833 (714-680-9182, <jyburns@yahoo.com>), MOM Club of Central Fullerton/ 92832 (714-871-8124, <susieco@netzero.net>), and MOM Club of East Fullerton/92831 (714-255-1460, <jcbitting@sbcglobal.net>)

NUFF, Neighbors United For Fullerton (C, P)
Call 714-992-1441 for info.
"A non-partisan group committed to maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in Fullerton through political action." Addresses local community issues such as Schools/Library services, Parking, Development, traffic and crime...

OCAEYC, Orange County Association for the Education of Young Children
contact: Leonor Conant, 714-772-8791, mama_nor@ hotmail.com
A local affiliate of the national association (NAEYC), supports early childhood professionals in their work with children from birth to 8 y.o. and to promote public understanding of issues affecting children & their families.

Wilson Phelps Foundation (C, S)
Major Contributor to various Fullerton Organizations, such as the Public Library, Boys & Girls Club.

Woman's Club of Fullerton (C, So)
P.O.BOX 6054, Full. 92834, 714-459-8277
A non-profit organization established in 1902. A member of the General Federation of Women's Clubs, Meets at the Fullerton Joint Union High-School District offices on the 3rd Wednesday of each month @6:30pm.
Their goals have always emphasized nurturing and supporting women and their causes. From helping to establish home teaching programs for children with long term illnesses to providing funds for a bus field trip to Sacramento for people with disabilities, the Women's Club of Fullerton is always focusing on how to push our community to its highest potential. The club experienced a "rebirth" in 2007 under the direction of President Emily Yost, with the creation of new sections: a business section, social section, arts & crafts section, traditions section and a community support section which helps local causes (F.I.E.S., scholarships for deserving women in Orange County, etc.). For more information on the organization and how to join, contact Emily Yost
@martyandemily@aol.com.(source: direct communication)

YMCA

YWCA (C, So, E)
215 E. Commonwealth ave., suite F Full. 92832 714-871-4488, fx 714-871-4709
Largest organization dedicated to improving the lives of women, girls and families worldwide. Features programs such as "second step" for care of domestic violence victims, "YEP" youth employment services and "Encoreplus" healthcare program.

Habitat for Humanity/ Orange County: 714-434-6200 x232
i-SAFE: non-profit foundation whose mission is to educate and empower youth to safely and responsibly take control of their internet experience. 760-603-7911