Joan Gendreau Scholarship Applications due March 1, 2014

In 2013 CSA celebrated its 30th year anniversary. As an Organization the board members wanted to recognize founding board member Joan Gendreau for her continuous support of Foster children. Her passion, integrity and compassion for making a difference in a child’s life is what sets her apart. In the Spring recipients will be selected. Applicants are reviewed by a screening committee to determine the number and amount of individual scholarships. No less than $250 will be given to any recipient.

Scholarships are for Court Dependent graduating high school students or GED equivalent, who are applying to at least one of the following: Vocational/Trade School, Community College, 4 year College and/or applying to the Military. Click here for eligibility and application information.

CSA Would love to hear from you!

Are you a Children's Services Auxiliary client, Foster Parent, donor, or volunteer? CSA is collecting testimonials so more people will understand the importance of what we do in the community. If you would like to share your story about the impact the Children's Services Auxiliary has had on your life, please visit our Testimonials Submission page.

2012 overview of services

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The following items are the highlights of how CSA was able to help court dependent kids, transitioning youth, and needy community families in 2012.
  • Over 4000 children in our community were served at the holiday toy store this year. This includes 525 court dependent children and 3535 needy children in the community.
  • 28,290 toys were donated by our wonderful supporters in the community.
  • 13 children were provided assistance with medical and dental requests.
  • 76 children were able to participate in school sports and activities.
  • 85 children were able to attend camp.
  • 64 children participated in classes for art, dance, martial arts, singing, and more.
  • 16 graduating high school seniors received graduation gifts and 5 were assisted with senior expenses.
  • 109 youth transitioning from the Foster system received assistance with living expenses.

our mission

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The Children’s Services Auxiliary (CSA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1983, is a volunteer run organization whose mission is to meet the needs of Ventura County’s court-dependent children. These children have been displaced from their homes due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The Auxiliary also serves youth who have recently transitioned from the foster care system. The CSA Board of Directors work closely with Ventura County Children and Family Services to identify the needs of the court-dependent children and transitioning youth.    

Make a Donation

The Children's Services Auxiliary is a non-profit public organization - Tax Exempt # 77-0054936. All funds donated go directly to assisting court dependent kids.