She Rises Collective
Connect, grow, rise together. Spaces of support, encouragement, and opportunity for girls and young women.
A collective, in the truest sense.
She Rises Collective is the first active program of Sons & Daughters Foundation. It brings women and girls together around a simple idea: everyone rises faster with a community behind her.
Who it serves: girls and young women in our local community, with a special focus on those navigating foster care and other seasons of transition.
What it does: community gatherings, donation drives, encouragement, and practical support — powered by volunteers, local partners, and in-kind generosity.
The Back-to-School Drive
Through August 9 we're collecting backpacks, water bottles, school supplies, and clothing for local students — including foster youth served by Casa Pacifica Centers for Children & Families. Everything is packed and distributed on August 10 at West Village Park, Oxnard.
Most-needed items
This list comes directly from the programs and non-public school at Casa Pacifica — it's exactly what the kids are asking for.
- Post-its / sticky notes
- Pocket folders
- 1-inch binders
- Mechanical pencils
- Blue and black pens
- Highlighters
- Journals
- Art supplies
- Backpacks & water bottles
Three ways to support
- Donate suppliesThrough August 9: message @she.rises_collective on Instagram for the drop-off address, or bring donations on distribution day.
- VolunteerHelp sort, pack, and distribute on and before August 10.
- Give financiallyTax-deductible gifts help us fill the gaps in what's donated.
This work has already begun.
In July 2026, She Rises Collective hosted its first gathering — the 90s Summer Social — bringing together two dozen women for childhood photos, heartfelt reflections, and a clothing swap. More than sixty pieces were collected, and every item left behind was donated to women in our local community. Local vendors generously contributed food and drinks.
The back-to-school drive is the collective's next step: a community-wide effort, alongside partners like Casa Pacifica and 805 Moms Meet, to make sure local students start the school year with everything they need.
Where the collective goes next
Future possibilities include mentorship circles, life-skills workshops, and leadership development for young women. New initiatives are announced here, on Instagram, and in our newsletter when they launch.