ADVISORY, Dec. 10, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --
WHAT: Canyon Acres' 2008 Holiday Campaign is a fundraising effort designed to support the agency's signature programs and services. Canyon Acres is a charity organization committed to providing homes, care, treatment and supportive services for abused, neglected and emotionally troubled children and their families. Following are ways to help a child this holiday season: * Participate in the holiday toy drive (download the children's wish slips at www.canyonacres.org or call (714)385-5273). * Purchase a gift card * Make a donation * Be an Angel to a child all year long by joining the Hopeful Child Monthly Giving Program. Visit www.canyonacres.org to learn more. 2008 has been an exciting year for Canyon Acres. The agency has grown from serving 200 kids each day in 2007 to serving more than 250. 2008 also witnessed the launch of new programs, including Adoption and Foster-Adoption Services and, most recently, an innovative therapeutic After-School Program at the Ranch. As Canyon Acres continues to expand its services to help even more at-risk youth, the agency needs community support now more than ever. WHO: Canyon Acres Children and Family Services has been serving children throughout Orange County since 1980 providing the highest level of care and therapeutic treatment to children who suffer from a variety of emotional and psychological disorders. Canyon Acres gives children nurturing, treatment, and opportunities that they need to grow up in safe, loving, and stable families. HOW: For more information or to make a contribution, please visit www.canyonacres.org or send an e-mail to info@canyonacres.org.