Agency Spotlight: Camarillo Ranch Foundation

In 1998, the City of Camarillo established the Camarillo Ranch Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit public benefit corporation, a year after the City of Camarillo acquired the Camarillo Ranch property in 1997 which included the house, barn and horse stables.

The responsibility and mission of the Foundation is to

·         Preserve, restore, and maintain Camarillo Ranch as a historic site, in partnership with public and private sectors, on a self-sustaining basis.

·         Foster Camarillo Ranch’s place in the rich history of California

·         Transform Camarillo Ranch into a focal point of the community for education, enrichment, and enjoyment.

·         Exhibit Camarillo’s diverse history and culture

 

The Foundation is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9am-5pm.  They welcome all residents of the community and visitors from all over the country. The Foundation offers ongoing Docent opportunities for men and women which include orientation and training to become one of our costumed house and school tour guides!

The Foundation also hosts six onsite events including Throwback Thursdays (the 4th Thursday of June, July & August) and Santa Nights (Dec 1st & 2nd) as well as Adolfo Camarillo’s annual birthday celebration every October.

Volunteer opportunities at all events at Camarillo Ranch are family friendly! The Foundation also welcomes the participation of Volunteer groups, (ie. Kiwanis and Scouts) and adult chaperones/leaders are required for oversight and supervision. All other Docents and volunteers must be 18 years or older; volunteer applications and waivers are required.

For volunteer inquiries, call the Camarillo Ranch Foundation office at (805)389-8182

or email office@camarilloranch.org.