Past Events

Don't miss Ventura County's biggest pet adoption event! Bring home your newest family member and discuss legislation on animals and the environment.

Saturday, August 26
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Camarillo Animal Shelter
600 Aviation Drive
Camarillo, CA 93010

Simi Valley Animal Shelter
670 W Los Angeles Avenue
Simi Valley, CC 93065

For more information, please call (805) 485-4745.

¡Únete al Asambleísta Steve Bennett y al Servicio de Animales del Condado de Ventura para despejar los refugios de animales!

¡No te pierdas el evento de adopción de mascotas más grande del condado de Ventura! Trae a casa a tu nuevo miembro de la familia y para discutir la legislación sobre animales y el medio ambiente.

Sábado 26 de agosto
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Camarillo Animal Shelter
600 Aviation Drive
Camarillo, CA 93010

Simi Valley Animal Shelter
670 W Los Angeles Avenue
Simi Valley, CC 93065

Para obtener más información, llama al (805) 485-4745.

Assemblymember Steve Bennett, in partnership with Senator Monique Limón, Assemblymember Gregg Hart, the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation, and the Campaign for California Borrowers' Rights, invites you to a virtual webinar to learn about your rights in California as a student loan borrower, the different types of student loans, and how to prepare for making payments again.

Topics will include the latest information on the Biden-Harris Administration's student debt relief plan, how to avoid scams, and where you can access resources.

This webinar is open to all to join, so please share this opportunity with friends and family who have student loans to ensure they get the latest news and tools to navigate their student loans.

Tuesday, August 22
2 p.m.

Register here to receive zoom link!

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact my District Office at (805) 485-4745.

Assemblymember Steve Bennett, in partnership with Nyeland Promise and other local partners, invites you to a family friendly event to learn about bicycle safety. Please bring your bike & helmet to participate in a fun bike ride around Nyeland Acres!

Saturday, July 29
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Nyeland Acres Community Center
3334 Santa Clara Ave.
Oxnard, CA 93036

For more information please feel free to contact NyelandPromisePrograms@gmail.com or (805) 844-0861.

Please contact Atticus Reyes if you have any questions or concerns:
Atticus.Reyes@asm.ca.gov / (805) 485–4745

Assemblymember Steve Bennett, in partnership with Ventura County Community Foundation and Center for Nonprofit Leadership CLU, hosted nonprofit organizations to a town hall to discuss state budget updates and its impact on the nonprofit community.

Asm. Bennett honored his 2023 Nonprofit of the Year, Central Coast Alliance United for a Sustainable Economy (CAUSE), at the event.

CAUSE honored as AD-38's Nonprofit of the Year at Sacramento Luncheon

Invitees heard from a panel of experienced nonprofit leaders who will take questions, address challenges, and share ways to strengthen partnerships throughout the county.

Panelist Organizations:

• Central Coast Climate Justice Network
• Interface Children & Family Services
• Westminster Free Clinic
• Women's Economic Ventures (WEV)

The panel was moderated by Dena Jenson, Director of Center for Nonprofit Leadership CLU.

Nonprofit Town Hall Slideshow

California Nonprofit Equity Initiative Legislation

AB-885 Public contracts: nonprofit organizations; Introduced by Assembly Member Luz Rivas. (2023-2024)

• https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240AB885

AB-590 State-funded assistance grants and contracts: advance payments; Introduced by Assemblymember Gregg Hart. (2023-2024)

• https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240AB590
• AB 590 Fact Sheet

AB-696 State agency grants and contracts. Introduced by Assembly Member Josh Lowenthal (2023-2024)

• https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240AB696
• AB 696 Fact Sheet

AB-860 Grant programs: administration. Introduced by Assembly Member Avelino Valencia. (2023-2024)

• https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240AB860
• AB 860 Fact Sheet

AB-619 State government: emergency services: nonprofit service providers. Introduced by Assembly Member Vince Fong. (2023-2024)

• https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240AB619
• AB 619 Fact Sheet

SB-336 State grant programs: negotiated indirect cost rates. Introduced by Senator Umberg. (2023-2024)

• https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB336
• SB 336 Fact Sheet

SB-557 California Prompt Payment Act: nonprofit organizations. Introduced by Senator Monique Limón. (2023-2024)

• https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240SB557
• SB 557 Fact Sheet

Partner/Panelist Bios (View PDF)

Partners

• Dena Jenson, Director, CLU Center for Nonprofit Leadership
• Mike Silacci, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Ventura County Community Foundation

Panelists

• Kelly Brown, Community Impact Officer, Interface Children and Family Services
  https://www.icfs.org

• Nicki Parr, Chief Operating Officer, Women's Economic Ventures
  https://www.wevonline.org

• Lisa Safaeinili, Executive Director, Westminster Free Clinic
  https://westminsterclinic.org

• Lucas Zucker, Member, Central Coast Climate Justice Network
  https://www.cccjn.org

Resources

• CalNonprofits: https://calnonprofits.org
  The California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofits) is a statewide membership organization that brings nonprofits together to advocate for the communities we serve.

Enjoy a cup of coffee and join Assemblymember Steve Bennett for an in-person conversation.

We will be discussing state, local and current legislation impacting our communities.

Come share your thoughts and learn about available services and programs near you.

Saturday, May 13
10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Oxnard Public Library-Main Branch
Meeting Room B
251 S A St. 
Oxnard, CA 93030

If you have any questions, please contact me at Assemblymember.Bennett@assembly.ca.gov or call my District Office at (805) 485-4745.

Enjoy a cup of coffee and join Assemblymember Steve Bennett for an in-person conversation.

We will be discussing state, local and current legislation impacting our communities.

Come share your thoughts and learn about available services and programs near you.

Saturday, April 15
10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

La Playa Soul Kitchen
419 E Port Hueneme Rd.
Port Hueneme, CA 93041

If you have any questions, please contact me at Assemblymember.Bennett@assembly.ca.gov or call my District Office at (805) 485-4745.

Assemblymember Steve Bennett, in conjunction with the Contractors State License Board, California Department of Financial Protection & Innovation and other local partners, invites you, your loved ones or seniors under your care to attend a Senior Scam Stopper Seminar.

Come learn how to protect yourself from fraud. Discuss legislation and topics relating to scams concerning construction, identity theft, email/texting, foreign lotteries, insurance, and mail fraud. Please RSVP online or by calling (805) 485-4745.

Thursday, April 6
10 - 11:30 a.m.

Camarillo Public Library
4101 Las Posas Rd.
Camarillo, CA 93010

Enjoy a cup of coffee and join Assemblymember Steve Bennett for an in-person conversation on Saturday, March 18 from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

We will be discussing state, local and current legislation impacting our communities.

Come share your thoughts and learn about available services and programs near you.

Saturday, March 18
10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Tree Lounge Coffee
2364 Ventura Blvd.
Camarillo, CA 93010

If you have any questions, please contact me at Assemblymember.Bennett@assembly.ca.gov or call my Capitol Office at (916) 319-2038.

Assemblymember Steve Bennett, in partnership with Los Padres ForestWatch, invites you to join a scenic nature walk to discuss wildfire ecology and safety.

Wildfire season is becoming longer and posing more of a threat to local communities. Learn from subject matter experts on the ecological impacts of wildfires and get tips on how to protect yourself and your community.

Saturday, September 24
10 a.m. - Noon

North Fork Matilija Creek Trail
Matilija Canyon Road
Ojai, CA

Come prepared with:

• Water
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Comfortable walking/hiking attire
• Optional: Bug spray, snacks, sunglasses

Join me and the Surfrider Foundation - Ventura County Chapter for The Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day!

Protecting the environment and tackling waste production has never been more important. Come with friends and family to clean up the beach, discuss relevant legislation and give back to our public lands. Assemblymember Steve Bennett and Surfrider Foundation-Ventura County Chapter will be cleaning the Ventura Promenade area. For more information, visit this cleanup website or call (805) 641-3700. Find your nearest Ventura County Coastal Cleanup location.

Saturday, September 17
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Ventura Beach Promenade

Learn more about Coastal Cleanup Day.

Parking & Meeting Place: Where to park at California Street
You will check in at the Surfrider Foundation - Ventura County tent. Check in is located where California Street meets the Promenade. The Crowne Plaza Hotel has graciously offered free parking for volunteers in their valet lot! Please mention Surfrider beach cleanup when you arrive and tip when you leave.

There is additional parking available in the multi-level parking structure, but they charge and neither my office or Surfrider validate. Additionally, there are various free parking options within a short walk, including parking on Paseo De Playa (fills up quickly) or free parking off Front Street, with access to the walking bridge over the freeway to the promenade. View a map of the area.

It is requested that you fill out these two waivers to participate:

1. Surfrider Foundation of Ventura County
2. City of Ventura

Waivers may be submitted online, or at the check-in desk on the day of.

For all beach cleanups, please wear/bring:

• Comfortable clothes
• Closed toed shoes
• Sunscreen
• Masks (if transmission levels are still ranked high in Ventura County and the pre-registration link requires masks)
• Reusable water bottle

Surfrider Foundation - Ventura County will supply buckets, grabbers, and gloves.