CONEJO GROUP GETS GRANT.Byline: Sandra J. Terrell Staff Writer THOUSAND OAKS Thousand Oaks, residential city (1990 pop. 104,352), Ventura co., S Calif., in a farm area; inc. 1964. Avocados, citrus, vegetables, strawberries, and nursery products are grown. - The Assistance League of Conejo Valley The Conejo Valley is a region spanning both Southeastern Ventura County and Northwest Los Angeles County in Southern California, United States. It was discovered in 1542 by Spanish explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, and eventually became part of the Rancho El Conejo land grant by received $3,500 from Ronald McDonald House Charities This article or section needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. of Southern California Southern California, also colloquially known as SoCal, is the southern portion of the U.S. state of California. Centered on the cities of Los Angeles and San Diego, Southern California is home to nearly 24 million people and is the nation's second most populated region, to help expand its Share-A-Bear project. Share-A-Bear provides stuffed toys stuffed toy stuff n → Stofftier nt to medical staffs and fire departments throughout the Conejo Valley which, in turn, give the bears to children in crisis situations such as severe illness, fire or traffic accidents. The program has donated over 3,000 bears since its inception in 1997. ``Sometimes the easiest way to calm a child following a traumatic incident is to make them feel safe and loved,'' said Rick Kessler, a Ronald McDonald House community grants board member. The league was organized in 1995 by a small group of women, and has grown to 78 volunteer members who administer and control various philanthropic projects throughout the year. Last year, they volunteered over 10,000 hours of service. For information, call (310) 444-7000. |
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