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Spotlight Club
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Promote Your Business
Support Local Youth
Join the Business Spotlight Club and gain exposure to our 4,000+ supporters while supporting a great cause. Your contribution is fully tax-deductible. To participate, follow the steps below. Members will be included in the email blast on Monday, March 30. Deadline to donate and turn in Logo and website link is Friday, March 27, 2026—act now to be included.
HOW TO JOIN THE SPOTLIGHT CLUB
STEP 1: Pick a club to join and click the link to take you to the page to donate. Donate $100 or more. Click the step 1 button to take you to the club levels.
STEP 2: After you donate fill out this form to attach your logo and website link. All donations will be verified so make sure you use the same business name on the GALA event Website. Click the step 2 button to fill out the form.
All submissions must be entered by midnight on Friday, March 27, 2026, to qualify for the email blast. Email blast will be going out Monday, March 30, 2026, before 5:00 pm. Submitted information will be verified prior to the email blast.
That’s it—welcome to the Club!
Business Spotlight Club Levels
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Why Join the Club?
In today's world, teens encounter a multitude of challenges that can feel overwhelming. Issues like substance abuse, mental health struggles, pressure, and resource barriers can impact their well-being and future. These challenges are not just individual battles but affect families and communities throughout Orange County.
When you join the Business Spotlight Club, you’re supporting something far greater than you might imagine — giving a teen and their family hope.
Additionally, your donation is 100% tax-deductible and positions your business in front of more than 4,000 engaged supporters, all while supporting a cause that truly changes lives.
HERE ARE SOME OF THE MANY CHALLENGES TEENS AND FAMILIES FACE IN OUR COMMUNITY:
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Substance Abuse
Drug overdose deaths among teens rose by 40% and suicide rates by 30% in the last five years.
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Mental Health Struggles
Stigma around mental health and addiction prevents families from seeking help, leading to silent suffering.
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Pressure
Peer pressure and social media influences teens to use drugs or alcohol, worsening mental health issues.
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Resource Barriers
Resources are often scattered, making support access difficult. Services focus solely on mental health or substance use, leaving families to struggle to find integrated, affordable help.
HERE ARE THE SOLUTIONS WE ARE PROVIDING:
OUTREACH & PREVENTION
Our programs include tailored aftercare and follow-up services for all participants, ensuring ongoing support and effective transition beyond initial intervention. This approach helps promote lasting positive outcomes and sustained well-being in the communities we serve.
✔ In the Clear Follow-Up Care Online Program
✔ Individual and group therapy
✔ Peer support networks
AFFORDABLE &
COMPREHENSIVE CARE
Programs and services are offered at a significant discount through grants, fundraising, and donations. No one is turned away due to financial need. CYS provides prevention, intervention, assessment, and counseling to ensure families receive continuous, comprehensive support during and after programs.
✔ Financial Assistance Available to Reduce Program Fees
✔ Accessible to All, Regardless of Income
✔ A Diverse Range of Services Offered On-Site
PREVENTION EDUCATION & AWARENESS
Programs help teens develop skills to handle adolescence challenges. Through education and prevention, they learn stress management, resilience, and healthy choices. Early intervention reduces risks of substance abuse and mental health issues by providing necessary support.
✔ Juvenile Alcohol & Drug Education (JADE)
✔ Alternative to Suspension Programs (3-Day Program)
✔ Drug Testing
ACTIVE FAMILY PARTICIPATION
CYS engages the whole family in education, prevention, intervention, assessment, and counseling, recognizing family roles in growth and overcoming challenges. This approach fosters understanding, communication, and support for lasting positive change and healthier relationships.
✔ Parental Involvement Required for All Programs
✔ Family Involvement Supports Teens to Stay Goal-Focused
✔ Building Strong Family Relationships
Through our comprehensive programs, California Youth Services has made a significant difference in the lives of thousands of young people across Orange County.
Our Impact: Saving Lives
5,280
Youth and families provided with programs and services annually
89%
Successfully completed the substance abuse programs.
$200,000
Was subsidized in 2025 for families to gain access to affordable services.
92%
Of program participants report improved well-being after attending 10 Counseling Sessions.
Maya’s Story
JADE
“The JADE program was a big part of how I got sober. It gave me education, prevention, and counseling, which helped me see why I got hooked and showed me better ways to deal with stuff. The support and personalized help kept me on track and motivated. Thanks to JADE, I’ve stayed sober and feel strong enough to keep building a better future.”
Jamal’s Story
3-Day Program
“The Alternative to Suspension program didn’t just kick me out of school like usual. Instead, they actually helped me with counseling and personal guidance. I learned how to control myself and make better choices. The program helped me stay in school and taught me skills that will be useful later on. Without it, I probably would’ve fallen behind, but now I feel way more confident and ready for what’s next.”
Sophia’s Story
Counseling
“The Pathways Community Counseling Center through CYS helped me a lot. When I was struggling with bad depression and anxiety, my counselor listened and supported me. Thanks to them, I can focus on college and enjoy it. Now, I mentor other teens facing the same problems. Counseling really changed my life.”
Are you Ready To Join?
Step One: Donate $100 or more on our GALA event website to join a club between now and Friday, March 23. Click Here to Donate
Step Two: Complete this form, attach your logo, and provide the URL you want the logo to link to.
All submissions must be entered by midnight on Friday, March 27 to qualify for the email blast. Email blast will be going out Monday March 30. Submitted information will be verified prior to the email blast.