Casa Pacifica Amigos

The Casa Pacifica Amigos are currently celebrating their fourth year of helping Our Kids at Casa Pacifica! Each year, we have grown in members and in our ability to give back to Our wonderful Kids.
The Casa Pacifica Amigos was inspired by the needs of Our Kids. The goal was to compliment the amazing services being provided by the Angels. At the time, the Angels were a group comprised of mostly females and focused on fundraising events in the community and planning large-scale, annual events for Our Kids, such as the prom, Christmas party and Halloween party. Two men started the Amigos in 2004 to fulfill the need for more positive male role models for Our Kids at Casa Pacifica. Just a few years later, over 70 men and women proudly call themselves Amigos!

What is it like to be an Amigo?
Here’s how one Amigo describes his experience: “Spending time with these kids has been both hard and enjoyable. Seeing their smiles when you are around them is great, but trying to understand what some of them have been through at such an early age is heartbreaking. If spending a little time will help in mending a little heart, I say spend it and make the world better for someone." - Amigo Art Perez

Amigos with Our Kids!
The Amigos host fun and competitive events for Our Kids with opportunities for value development such as teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play. Some of the events the Amigos have planned include:
 
Lifeguard Days are a summer treat! LA County Lifeguards spend the days with the Amigos and Our Kids, sharing their experiences and safety knowledge. It’s a wet and wild day, complete with inflatable water slides and in-the-pool fun!
                              
Eagle Team Day games are sponsored quarterly. Theme-based relay races such as the “Construction Relay”, “NASCAR Relay” and “Firefighter Relay” have been great fun for all.  Prizes for the winning teams, food and drinks while viewing a multi-media show of the day’s fanfare are Amigo standards.

Hands-On Clinics such as the Custom Car Show and Auto Maintenance Clinic have been great for Our Kids. The bike ride and bike mechanics clinic was a wonderful opportunity to teach the kids how to care for safely ride their bikes.
                                
Pinewood Derby in the Spring and Raingutter Regatta in the Fall take place over three consecutive Saturday mornings. The first Saturday, the Amigos help Our Kids cut and sand their cars or boats. The second Saturday, they painting and detailing their masterpieces. On the final Saturday, they put their cars and boats to the test on RACE DAY! This event has become an Amigo must-do because of its popularity with Our Kids and the Amigos!

Amigos with the Amigos!
The Amigos know how to have fun! On the third Friday of each month, we gather at an Amigo’s Casa and have a friendly, Amigo Hold ‘Em tournament for Amigos and their friends. This low-stakes game builds a pot that funds the events for Our Kids and other needs, such as basketball team uniforms. It’s a great way to meet the Amigos and give back to Our Kids! Be sure to join us at the next Amigo Hold ‘Em night!

Become an Amigo!
Being an Amigo is a unique experience. The Amigos are all volunteers and everyone can bring their ideas to life. If you have a vision for how to help Our Kids, the Amigos can make it happen! Do you want to share your passion for photography? Computers? Cars? Poker? Whatever it is, you can share it! Not only do you have opportunities to work with amazing kids, but you also become part of a very dedicated, friendly, and fun group of people who all care about Our Kids.
The Amigos are always looking for new members! If you want to share your ideas, creativity, time and support, you would be a great Amigo! Your support starts by simply becoming a member, so join today and start making a difference!

If you are interested in learning more about the Amigos or you would like to become a part of this caring, active group of volunteers, please contact Amigos President, Tim New at (805) 376 6048 x108 or click here to apply online.

Already an Amigo? click here to renew online.