WLVC’s Community Involvement
WLVC is deeply committed to serving and uplifting our community through meaningful, hands-on engagement. Our members actively partner with local organizations providing direct support through service projects and outreach to women, girls, and families in need. From working alongside residents in transitional housing to mentoring and organizing donation drives to collect clothing and essential household items for survivors of violence, we strive to make a tangible impact where it matters most.
In addition to our community service efforts, WLVC proudly hosts a biennial Appellate Judges Reception, which convenes the justices of the California Court of Appeal, Second District, Division Six, for a unique opportunity to engage in thoughtful dialogue on important legal issues affecting both practitioners and the broader community.
The network of local Girls Inc. nonprofit organizations serves girls ages 6-18 at more than 1,400 sites in 400 cities across the United States and Canada. Their research-based programming focuses on the development of the whole girl, supporting, mentoring, and guiding girls in an affirming, pro-girl environment.
Girls, Inc.
Appellate Judge Reception
This biennial event convenes the appellate justices of the California Court of Appeal, Second District, Division Six, for a unique opportunity to engage in conversation directly with the Court on important legal topics relevant to your practice and the broader legal community. The event includes a panel discussion, followed by a question and answer session open to audience members. The panel discussion addresses such topics as the state of legal practice in Ventura County, guidance from the justices to improve your appellate strategy and presentation, insights on how the justices think about the cases that come before the Court and what they look for from the attorneys presenting them, the Court’s perspective on the most pressing legal issues facing Ventura’s legal community and the community at large, and other trends and topics in the law as observed at the appellate level.
Sarah’s House
Sarah’s House serves unhoused expectant and single mothers, providing housing, support, encouragement and a path toward independence. Through its two homes, the program offers stability, compassion, and essential resources for women and their children.
Their comprehensive services include case management, counseling, prenatal care, educational programming, and life-skills training, all designed to break cycles of homelessness and abuse and empower families to thrive.
Many Mansions
Board members participated in painting bowls to support Many Mansions’ “Bowls of Hope” fundraiser, inspired by the soup kitchens that offered nourishment, warmth, and essential support to those in need. Many Mansions provides affordable housing combined with on-site supportive services designed to help individuals and families achieve long-term stability and improved quality of life. Through programs such as after-school enrichment for children, life skills workshops, case management, and food assistance, Many Mansions supports residents in building financial independence, pursuing education, and creating a strong foundation for future success.