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.