
2025 Events Calendar Coming Soon.
January
Youth HOPE Project Teen Counselor Applications
Open to teens 13 years to Senior in High School
Deadline: January 31
February
Youth HOPE Project Teen Counselor Interviews
Open to participants who submitted applications by the due date
9:30 am-1:00 pm, February 1
March
Rescheduled to April
SBC Board of Supervisors Meeting March 11, 2025
Important SBC Animal Services Presentation
SBC Animal Lovers are encouraged to attend:
511 Lakeside Parkway, Santa Maria
March
Youth HOPE Program Counselor Training- 1
Closed program
1-4:30 pm, Sunday, March 2
March
Art for Animals Fundraiser
March 1-9, 2025
Kimberly LeClaire Art
Don't miss your chance to make a difference!
March
Camp HOPE Camper Applications are Available
Open to youth 9-12 years old
2025 Camp HOPE Summer Day Camp Dates:
June 23-27 and July 21-25
April
Camp HOPE Camper Applications are Available
Open to youth 9-12 years old
2025 Camp HOPE Summer Day Camp Dates:
June 23-27 and July 21-25
April
Youth HOPE Program Counselor Training- 2
Closed program
10 am-2:00 pm, Saturday, April 5
April
SBC Board of Supervisors Meeting April 8, 2025
Important SBC Animal Services Presentation
SBC Animal Lovers are encouraged to attend:
511 Lakeside Parkway, Santa Maria
April
Animal Ambassador Minicamp-1
Closed program Adam School K-Kids 9 am-3:00 pm, Saturday, April 12
April
Spa Day
Stay tuned for more details about this exciting event in support of SBC Animal Care Foundation whose dedication has been making a lasting impact on the lives of Santa Barbara County's most vulnerable shelter animals since 2002. This all-volunteer organization tirelessly works to provide life-saving care, resources, and advocacy for animals facing the greatest challenges. Every event will directly support this mission, helping to ensure these animals receive the attention and care they deserve. Your participation makes a world of difference, and we look forward to sharing more information soon!
May
Camp HOPE Camper Applications are Available
Open to youth 9-12 years old as long as space is still available
2025 Camp HOPE Summer Day Camp Dates:
June 23-27 and July 21-25
May
Animal Ambassador Minicamp-2
Closed program Adam School K-Kids 9 am-3:00 pm, Saturday, May 3
May
Meowther’s Day Garden Potting Bench
Stay tuned for more details about this exciting event in support of SBC Animal Care Foundation whose dedication has been making a lasting impact on the lives of Santa Barbara County's most vulnerable shelter animals since 2002. This all-volunteer organization tirelessly works to provide life-saving care, resources, and advocacy for animals facing the greatest challenges. Every event will directly support this mission, helping to ensure these animals receive the attention and care they deserve. Your participation makes a world of difference, and we look forward to sharing more information soon!
June
Camp HOPE Camper Applications are Available
Open to youth 9-12 years old as long as space is still available
2025 Camp HOPE Summer Day Camp Dates:
June 23-27 and July 21-25
June
Camp HOPE Summer Day Camp-Session 1
advanced registration required
9 am-3 pm, June 23-27
July
Camp HOPE Camper Applications are Available
Open to youth 9-12 years old as long as space is still available
2025 Camp HOPE Summer Day Camp Dates:
June 23-27 and July 21-25
July
Taco Tour
Stay tuned for more details this exciting event in support of SBC Animal Care Foundation whose dedication has been making a lasting impact on the lives of Santa Barbara County's most vulnerable shelter animals since 2002. This all-volunteer organization tirelessly works to provide life-saving care, resources, and advocacy for animals facing the greatest challenges. Every event will directly support this mission, helping to ensure these animals receive the attention and care they deserve. Your participation makes a world of difference, and we look forward to sharing more information soon!
July
Camp HOPE Summer Day Camp-Session 2
advanced registration required
9 am-3 pm, July 21-25
August
Wags and Purrs Online Auction
August 11-18
SBC Animal Care Foundation's Wags & Purrs Online Auction is an annual fundraising event supporting homeless and at-risk animals in Santa Barbara County. Participants can bid on unique items and experiences, with all proceeds benefiting animal welfare programs. Join us online to shop, donate, and make a difference for local vulnerable animals in need!
September
Public Health 100 Year Anniversary Fete
September 21
Benefiting SBCAS partner non-profit SBC Animal Care Foundation
Stay tuned for more details
October
Blessing of the Animals
Open event
Saturday, October 4, Time/Location TBA
October
Halloween Photo
Open event
Saturday, October 11, Time TBA
October
Halloween Raffle
Stay tuned for more details about this exciting event in support of SBC Animal Care Foundation whose dedication has been making a lasting impact on the lives of Santa Barbara County's most vulnerable shelter animals since 2002. This all-volunteer organization tirelessly works to provide life-saving care, resources, and advocacy for animals facing the greatest challenges. Every event will directly support this mission, helping to ensure these animals receive the attention and care they deserve. Your participation makes a world of difference, and we look forward to sharing more information soon!
November
Model for a Day Photo Shoot
Stay tuned for more details about this exciting event in support of SBC Animal Care Foundation whose dedication has been making a lasting impact on the lives of Santa Barbara County's most vulnerable shelter animals since 2002. This all-volunteer organization tirelessly works to provide life-saving care, resources, and advocacy for animals facing the greatest challenges. Every event will directly support this mission, helping to ensure these animals receive the attention and care they deserve. Your participation makes a world of difference, and we look forward to sharing more information soon!
Photos with Santa is a festive annual event hosted by the Santa Barbara County Animal Care Foundation, where pets and their families can take holiday-themed photos with Santa. Proceeds support local animal welfare programs, making it a fun and meaningful way to celebrate the season while helping animals in need.
December
Photos with Santa
Open event
Saturday, December 6, Time TBA




Old Orcutt Christmas Tree Stroll
Join us at the annual Old Orcutt Christmas Tree Stroll & Tree Lighting. The Stroll takes place all over town and the tree lighting is at the Orcutt Lions Club at 7pm with performances from community members before and after the lighting. We are honored to be the first non-profit organization to be featured at this year’s event in Old Orcutt. Stop by our booth and learn more about our work and the impact it has on the county’s most vulnerable animals. Animal Services will be there as well with some adoptable pups! See you there!
