News for Ventura County

Celebrating three decades of arts and culture at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, TOArts held its quinquennial CURTAIN UP! fundraising event on October 25, marking the 30th Anniversary of this iconic venue. The event raised an impressive $583,600, with $291,700 in donations matched 1:1 by TOLD Foundation. With a total match challenge of $350,000, TOLD Foundation has pledged to match an ...read more

California Strong, founded by the Southeast Ventura County YMCA and professional athletes after the 2018 California wildfires, and dedicated to providing immediate financial support to victims whenever a disaster strikes in the state, is accepting applications for assistance from those impacted by the Mountain Fire. The first round of funding is in early December.   Former Milwaukee Brewers ...read more

Are YOU ready to take your small business to the next level?    SET (Smart Entrepreneurial Training) is WEV’s most comprehensive course. You’ll learn all aspects of running a small business -- from entrepreneurial mindset to cashflow projections to marketing plans. This class teaches you the theory AND focuses on the practical details of business ownership. Create a well-developed business plan ...read more