Community Action Partnership of Orange County proudly recognizes Chapman University for their generous support of our Youth Programs at the El Modena Family Resource Center this year.
“Working with reputable community partners who are tapped into the needs of the neighborhoods they are serving is of the utmost importance to us,” Alisa Driscoll of Chapman shares. “We choose to support El Modena because we believe that every child deserves these opportunities.”
Through their partnership, Chapman University is helping local youth learn, grow, and reach their full potential. Their support goes beyond funding, it shows a shared commitment to fairness, empowerment, and lasting impact. By investing in youth development, Chapman is playing a critical role in preparing the next generation for academic success, career readiness, and a life of purpose and possibility.
“A thriving City of Orange is a thriving Chapman University,” says Chapman President Matt Parlow. “We believe in helping our students develop as global citizens, and that work begins right here at home.”
By investing in youth development, Chapman is playing a critical role in preparing the next generation for academic success, career readiness, and a life of purpose and possibility. The university’s support of the El Modena Family Resource Center ensures that every child has a safe place to go after school, along with access to vital services that support both youth and their families.
Chapman University also recognizes that access to higher education is a powerful tool in the fight against poverty. College degrees are associated with higher salaries, better job prospects, and greater access to health and financial benefits. But the impact doesn’t stop at the individual.
“When an individual pursues a college degree, that choice is powerful and far-reaching,” Driscoll emphasizes. “Access to higher education impacts families and neighborhoods. It serves as a catalyst for lasting change in our communities.”
To that end, Chapman invests significantly each year in scholarships and support for local students, many of whom once thought a university like Chapman was out of reach. These same students often return to serve their communities, continuing the cycle of giving back.
We extend our thanks to Chapman University for their continued partnership and unwavering dedication to our mission of creating a poverty-free Orange County, as their support is making a real and lasting difference in the lives of the youth and families we serve.
Let’s continue working together to build brighter futures. Sign up to volunteer today at https://www.capoc.org/volunteer/ and be a part of creating a community where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.