New Horizons - SFV

05/26/2026

Looking for a supportive summer opportunity for students ages 16–21 connected to DOR or with an IEP or 504 Plan?

At Camp CapAbility, students build confidence, independence, leadership, and real-world job readiness skills through hands-on activities, community experiences, and career exploration.

Hear directly from Matthew about how the program helped him grow, explore future career interests, and even connect to a summer job opportunity.

☀️ Summer enrollment is now open
📍Hosted through New Horizons
🔗 Learn more and apply through the link in our bio

05/22/2026

Looking for a supportive leadership opportunity for students ages 16–21 connected to DOR or with an IEP or 504 Plan?

The Southern California Youth Leadership Forum (SoCal YLF) at CSUN is designed to help students with disabilities build leadership, self-advocacy, communication, and independent living skills while creating lasting friendships and community.

Hear directly from V about their experience exploring the CSUN campus, building confidence, and connecting with peers through the program.

📍Hosted at California State University, Northridge (CSUN)
📅 August 3–7, 2026
🔗 Learn more through the link in our bio

05/21/2026

Now enrolling for Camp CapAbility and the Southern California Youth Leadership Forum (SoCal YLF) ☀️

These summer programs are designed for students ages 16–21 connected to DOR or with an IEP or 504 Plan who are looking to build confidence, independence, leadership, self-advocacy, and real-world life skills in a supportive environment.

Hear from Brandon as he shares the difference between both programs and how students can explore future pathways in education, employment, leadership, and independent living.

📍Programs hosted through New Horizons
📅 Summer 2026 enrollment now open
🔗 Learn more and apply through the link in our bio

05/15/2026

For the 7th year in a row, New Horizons Members proudly participated in Councilmember John Lee's (CD 12) Making Movies That Matter Youth Short Film Festival at The Soraya theater at CSUN.

This inspiring event, which took place on May 14th, celebrates storytelling, creativity, and inclusion through film, with subjects that matter most to the filmmakers themselves. We are thrilled to share that our Members were honored with the Community Spirit Award for their work on two short documentary projects: "Animal Cruelty" and "Protect Our Oceans"!*

From walking the red carpet to sharing in the excitement of the screenings and celebration, it was a truly memorable experience for everyone involved. We are so proud of our Members for continuing to represent New Horizons with creativity, enthusiasm, and heart.

Congratulations to all who participated in this incredible event and helped make movie magic happen — and a special thank you to Councilmember John Lee and Ron Rubine, CD12 Senior Advisor, for ensuring our Members’ voices are heard and celebrated, too!

*watch this space... movies will be posted soon.

05/15/2026

🔥 Wildfire preparedness starts before fire season.

This month, we’re helping our friends at Southern California Edison (SCE) share important resources and reminders with communities across Southern California as part of Wildfire Preparedness Month.

New Horizons is proud to partner with SCE in supporting outreach efforts that help keep our Members, families, and friends informed, prepared and connected.

05/15/2026

Join us for an inspiring evening at the New Horizons Gala 🌺✨

As part of our tropical-themed celebration, guests will enjoy special performances by The Dancing Fire Entertainment, featuring authentic Tahitian dance and live Polynesian drumming that will help bring the spirit of the evening to life.

While this high energy cultural performance will add to the atmosphere and celebration, the heart of the Gala remains our mission: raising critical support for New Horizons’ Employment Services and Youth Navigation Center programs, which empower individuals with disabilities through education, job training, and meaningful opportunities within the community.

We look forward to coming together for what promises to be a memorable tropical night filled with connection, purpose, and impact.

Reserve your tickets here: https://aesbid.co/ELP/NHGALA26/

05/14/2026

Something exciting is on the horizon for our 22nd Annual Gala! 🎉✨

Beginning June 1, our online Silent Auction goes live, giving everyone an opportunity to join the fun and support New Horizons from anywhere. From unique experiences to incredible items, there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy.

The auction will continue leading up to our special evening at The Vineyards in Simi Valley on June 13th, with winners announced at the Gala celebration. Best of all, you do not need to attend the event to participate or win, simply place your bid online and be part of the excitement!

It’s one of the most anticipated and entertaining parts of Gala season, bringing our community together in support of individuals with disabilities while making a meaningful impact along the way.

Take a sneak peek and get ready to place your bids:
https://aesbid.co/ELP/NHGALA26/

05/12/2026

Hard-working and visionary, New Horizons President & CEO John Brauer was recently featured in Elegant Expressions Magazine where he reflected on his 35+ years in human services and the impact of leading New Horizons since 2018.

In the interview, John shares how fostering a culture rooted in respect, integrity, and meaningful human connection has helped strengthen the organization’s mission and expand services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. He also highlights New Horizons’ recent merger with The Campbell Center, which has broadened resources and deepened community impact. Additional topics include compassionate approaches to addressing homelessness, lessons learned from launching an inclusive café and bakery, and why effective nonprofit leadership requires both heart and strong business strategy.

Click link to read interview in full.

https://www.elegantexpressionsmagazine.org/non-profit-organizations

New Horizons is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals with special needs reach their potential and fulfill their dreams.

05/11/2026

Big thank you to the incredible community partners and sponsors supporting New Horizons’ 22nd Annual Gala 🌺✨

Their support helps create meaningful impact across our community and reminds us what’s possible when organizations come together for a bigger purpose.

We’re grateful for the partnership and commitment from:
Galpin Motors
Mike’s Roofing & Building
Panish Shea Ravipudi LLP
California State University, Northridge
Gallagher
EagleEye IT Vigilance
North Los Angeles County Regional Center

We’re excited to continue welcoming additional sponsors and community partners who believe in making a difference.

Interested in becoming a sponsor, purchasing tickets, or learning about other ways to support our mission? Click here: https://aesbid.co/ELP/NHGALA26/Tickets

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