2022 Walk, Run and Roll 5K
New Horizons Run, Walk and Roll 5K Fundraiser is Back. Sat April 2!
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Job Fair at New Horizons – Dec 15
Join us for Residential Services Job Fair! We’re looking for you!
John C. Brauer – Nov 2021
Thanksgiving is always a good reminder to take a moment to express gratitude to those around us, especially to those who make the world brighter through their acts of kindness and compassion.
Holiday Cheer 2021 – Movie Night
Join us Friday, Dec 3, for “Elf.” Fun holiday movie for everyone! RSVP today!
October Newsletter Message from John C. Brauer
“Much like the change in the weather, things are changing at New Horizons as well.”
McDonald’s Gets New Employees for Labor Day
Members’ dreams come true as they secure jobs at McDonald’s, setting their sites on work and earning a real paycheck!
New Horizons 17th Annual Golf Classic
Join us Monday, Oct 18! Sign up today and become a sponsor, too!
New Horizons Virtual Town Hall Meeting – Public
Register today for our “Java with John” town hall meeting. Open to everyone!
Donna Norum, Special Initiatives Director
Donna Norum joins the New Horizons team as a welcome addition, bringing over twenty years of non-profit experience with her!
Cabaret For a Cause
Save the date for this June 26, 2021 fundraising event! We’ll be live and virtual!!
A Message from John C. Brauer – Jan 2021 Newsletter
“We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses.” Abraham Lincoln
Partner in Hope
By becoming a Partner in Hope with a monthly donation to New Horizons, you demonstrate your support and encouragement of our members as they advance toward their goals and dreams.
Yesenia’s Story – YEA
This is more than just a Year End Appeal… It’s a story of GROWING HOPE!
Planting Hope Project
We met our goal for this special project helping to prepare for the future, and bring beauty to our campus and the neighborhood.
Monster Movie Mash – A Carpool Cinema Experience
Thank you for attending!
Thoughts and Honorable Mentions from and for Past Board Members
“My 28 years on New Horizons’ Board has given me some of the most rewarding and fulfilling moments of my life.” – Sue Weitkamp, former board member serving from 1992-2020
Protected: David Adelman: As We Say Farewell
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ADVOCACY ALERT: We Need Your Help…Two Minutes to Stop the Cuts!
CALIFORNIA BUDGET UPDATE!! California Governor Newsom has pledged to sign a new budget that eliminates ALL CUTS associated with our services for the next fiscal year! Thank you for your support!!
Safer Horizons Fund
In response to the Covid-19 crisis, we have launched the Safer Horizons Fund. Our aim is to raise our $250,000 shortfall by June 30. If you are in a position to do so, we ask for your support for those in our care.
A Parent’s Story in Response to COVID-19
The following letter/testimonial was addressed to John C. Brauer, M.A., New Horizons’ President and CEO, on Wednesday, March 25, 2020. It expresses the heart of a father, and reflects why we do what we do… especially in times like these.
A Message from John C. Brauer, M.A. President and CEO – Feb 2020
Exciting News… thanks to a generous grant from the Windsong Foundation, New Horizons will be launching a youth program targeting young adults, assisting them to choose, get and keep employment.
New Year Client Dance
New Year’s Client Dance, Fri. Jan 17, 2020 … Come join the fun!
ABC 7 News Featured Story on New Horizons’ GoGrocery Program
New Horizons is helping adults with disabilities train for jobs, and one program helps them get ready for at grocery store jobs.
2019 Holiday Dance
December 20, 2019 – Come join the fun!
#GivingTuesday – Dec 2019
We ask you to join the #GivingTuesday movement on December 3, 2019, and all of New Horizons will say, “Thank you!”
Leading the Way Campaign
Our Leading the Way Campaign is underway.
Spectrum News 1 features GoGrocery
Spectrum News 1 features New Horizons, Albertsons/Vons grocery stores, and the CA Department of Rehabilitation partnership on GoGrocery.
New Horizons Receives Access Award
uring the month of October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), New Horizons was honored with an Access Award.
November Client Dance
Friday, Nov. 15. This month we celebrate Thanksgiving with all the fixins!
2019 Holiday Cheer Community Festival
Sunday, Dec. 8. A fun community event for the entire family! Very kid-friendly!
New Horizons’ Employment Readiness Program Opens a New Window for Adults with Disabilities
While the number of unemployed persons continues to decrease nationwide, the unemployment rate for persons with a disability is more than twice the rate of those with no disability.
Meet a Member of the Board: Glenn Baker
The ability to make an impact is what really drives me.
A Fall Message From John C. Brauer, M.A.
Dear Friends and Supporters,
As we say good bye to the not-so-lazy days of summer, I am pleased to provide you with an overview of the many happenings here at New Horizons.
Loyal Workers
They’re the Valley’s most loyal workforce, these dedicated men and women from New Horizons with special needs who work at Von’s, Albertson’s and Jon’s supermarkets in the north Valley.
Gratitude for Our Legislative Partners
At a Legislative Thank You Luncheons held on August 7 and again on August 23, California State Assemblymembers Chris Holden (41st District) and Adrin Nazarian (45th District), along with California State Senator Henry Stern (27th District), and Sal Rodriguez, Opinion Editor for the Los Angeles Daily News, were recognized.
New Horizons 5K Run, Walk and Roll Event
On Saturday, November 23, 2019, join our 5K Run, Walk and Roll to support New Horizons’ programs and services!
New Horizons’ Employment Readiness Program Opens a New Window for Adults with Disabilities
Since August of 2018, New Horizons, located in North Hills, California, has been offering its Employment Readiness program, creating better opportunities for adults with disabilities through job skills training. This program builds curiosity and empowers individuals for the work force.
16th Annual New Horizons Golf Classic
New Horizons invites you to join us for a day of golf on June 24, 2019!
City of Los Angeles Celebrates New Horizons’ 65th Year With a Special Proclamation!
On Thursday, April 17, 2019 New Horizons proudly received a special proclamation from the City of Los Angeles at the Los Angeles City Hall in honor of its 65th Anniversary.
Good Luck Dance
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at our Client “Good Luck” Dance on March 15!
A Planned Giving Story…
Be a Hero of Horizons! Written by Frieda Gockel
New Horizons…my hero. They provide so much for my son whose disability falls on the autism spectrum. When my son was in high school we wondered if he would ever be able to get a job.
New Horizons 65th Sapphire Jubilee Gala
Join New Horizons for our 65th Sapphire Jubilee Gala on March 30, 2019
New Year’s Dance at New Horizons!
On January 18, 2019 come join the fun! First dance of 2019! All are welcome!
New Horizons Holiday Angels
The holidays bring so much joy along with a desire to give in the spirit of the season. In the same way we like to give presents to others, our clients who came up with Holiday Angels feel the need to spread cheer, too.
Give the Gift of Belonging – 2018 Year End Appeal
New Horizons’ 2018 Year End Appeal – Your Generosity Opens a World of Possibility for Clients Like Carmen and her co-workers.
#GivingTuesday! Join Us!
The movement happens Tuesday, November 27th!
New Horizons 12th Annual Holiday Cheer!
Monday, December 10, 2018, join us for our annual sing-a-long!
New Horizons Job Fair!
October 11, 2018 we’re hiring Direct Support Professionals/Caregivers for weekdays and weekends to assist Residents to succeed in a residential home by teaching them personal living sills and group activities.
CARF Friday Fun Day & Direct Support Professionals Week!
As this year’s Direct Support Professionals week was celebrated from September 9 through 14, New Horizons took the time to also acknowledge our staff for the amazing job they do on behalf of our clients all year long.
New Horizons’ Day at Dave and Busters!
Event happens on September 26, 2018! Join Us and Help New Horizons!
CruBox and New Horizons Create a Fundraising Partnership!
On Tuesday, July 17, New Horizons joined forces with CruBox to hold a fun “House Party Event,” meant to raise funds for the agency and to introduce New Horizons mission to a whole new group of friends and supporters.
New Horizons 11th Annual Walk on the Horizon
Saturday, September 29th. Make plans to join us for a special walk.
Join Us for a CruBox/New Horizons Fundraiser!
On Tuesday, July 17th, New Horizons will co-host a “Boxing” Fundraiser!
Making Movies that Matter – 3rd Annual
On May 30, 2018 New Horizons TMA participants premiered their award winning films at the 3rd Annual MMTM film festival.
2018 Brent Stutzman Above and Beyond Awards
On Thursday, May 24, 2018, New Horizons celebrated the very best at our annual Above and Beyond Awards Luncheon!
Stephanie’s Day 2018
On Saturday, June 9, 2018, Stephanie’s Day is a special day for special families.
New Horizons Golf Classic
New Horizons invites you to join our 15th Annual Golf Classic Tournament on Monday, June 25, 2018!
Gary Montgomery and Judy Vanpuyvelde Honored at New Horizons 15th Annual Gala
After nearly 3 decades, Gary Montgomery and Judy Vanpuyvelde still find joy in volunteering with New Horizons clients; as New Horizons awards them with the Dignity, Love and Compassion award. See their video by clicking “Read More” below.
Family Meet and Greet!
On Saturday, April 8, 2018 come meet our new President & CEO!
Disability Community Town Hall
On April 5, 2018 New Horizons to be host site for legislative leaders from local and State offices will participate in a community Town Hall.
