Events, News/Events, Sharing By, Uncategorized, Volunteers

Guardian Saga Support and The Praxeum Bring Guardian Art to the Special Needs Community

Guardian Art workshops at The Praxeum ignited collaboration and engagement, connecting the special needs community to an underrepresented culture. The Praxeum, an indigenous parkour and martial arts organization based in San Jose, hosted a special needs workshop on June 15 following the success of a similar workshop held on January 27. Guardian Saga Support, The Praxeum’s affiliated nonprofit, worked closely with The Praxeum and FCSN to organize these workshops… Continue reading Guardian Saga Support and The Praxeum Bring Guardian Art to the Special Needs Community

fcsnvoicesOctober 19, 2024April 13, 2025Leave a comment

Events, News/Events, Sharing By, Uncategorized

2024 FCSN South Bay Center Yard Cleaning and Planting Project

It’s an early Saturday morning, and the summer sun casts a warm glow over FCSN’s South Bay Center. Despite the nearly 90-degree heat, volunteers are hard at work. Some plant tree seedlings, others sweep leaves, and a few set up food and drinks in the cozy Friends Coffee & Tea cafe. In one corner of the parking lot, a group of volunteers lays down mulch, preparing the planters for the fragment lavender and sweet pea bushes to come. The air is filled with the scent of fresh earth and blossoming friendships as volunteers exchange friendly smiles and words of encouragement, united in their mission to transform the yard into a welcoming space for the FCSN South Bay community… Continue reading 2024 FCSN South Bay Center Yard Cleaning and Planting Project

fcsnvoicesOctober 12, 2024April 13, 2025Leave a comment

Adult Programs, Art, Programs, Sharing By, Special Interest, Summer Programs, Uncategorized, Volunteers

Summer Clay Class: A Creative Journey for Neurodiverse Students

On a hot Saturday afternoon, a classroom at the FCSN South Bay Center buzzed with energy, excitement, and creativity. Inside, 11 pairs of student-volunteers worked away at the finishing touches to their clay projects from the last three weeks: a starry night scene, a fish plate, and a flower or owl vase. Long tables were scattered with brushes, palettes, and an array of colorful paints… Continue reading Summer Clay Class: A Creative Journey for Neurodiverse Students

fcsnvoicesSeptember 22, 2024April 13, 2025Leave a comment

Children Programs, News/Events, Programs, Sharing By, Special Interest, Sports, Summer Programs, Volunteers

FCSN Summer Sports Program Empowers Inclusion and Encourages Growth

At the Campbell Community Center Auxiliary Gym, sounds of footsteps and laughter rang out as special needs individuals engaged in basketball drills and team building exercises. With the arrival of summer and newfound free time, many participants eagerly embraced the opportunity to stay active and socialize. The classes, part of FCSN’s annual Summer Sports Program, featured basketball, badminton, and pickleball lessons… Continue reading FCSN Summer Sports Program Empowers Inclusion and Encourages Growth

fcsnvoicesSeptember 2, 2024April 13, 2025Leave a comment

News/Events, Sharing By, Volunteers

FCSN’s 2024 Volunteer of the Year Recipient: Aarav Sharma

FCSN’s 2024 Volunteer of the Year, Aarav Sharma, is a rising senior at Archbishop Mitty High School and a dedicated volunteer for FCSN. As he recounts his FCSN experiences, he shares valuable lessons that FCSN has taught him as well as advice for fellow volunteers. Continue reading FCSN’s 2024 Volunteer of the Year Recipient: Aarav Sharma

fcsnvoicesAugust 12, 2024April 13, 2025Leave a comment