Community-Academic Partners in Service (CAPS)

Serving & Connecting Our Community

What We Do

CAPS provides low-cost resources to meet vital needs in our community. Our work connects LLU students and local volunteers with people in need, fostering mutual growth through service.

Find a Program, Volunteer, or Donate

Our programs have a lot to offer participants and volunteers. Find one that's right for you and spark meaningful, lasting connections that benefit our whole community.

Community Programs Explore the services offered by our community-based programs, learn how to participate, and find opportunities to volunteer

Volunteering Learn about volunteering, who can sign up, and service learning

Request Info Contact us for answers to any questions you may have

Learn About CAPS Find info about our history, our team, and our commitment

Support Our Work Make a tax deductible donation in support of our programs

What Our Community is Saying

"I find so much meaning in being able to work in our community, connect with families, and help them discover their hope and strengths."

Valeria Bordes – Program participant, doctoral student, and volunteer

Working for Community

Since 2002, CAPS and our volunteers have worked to meet the growing needs of people in our community.

20+

years serving the needs of our community

738

volunteers participated in our 2021-2022 opportunities

900+

youth and parents participating in our programs

families growing organic produce in our community garden

Program Spotlight

A community is only what we can build together. Our programs connect volunteers who are passionate about a better future to people who need support today.

Discovery Program Discovery helps underrepresented high school students explore careers in health sciences.

Goal 4 Health Soccer League At Goal 4 Health, players have fun, make connections, and learn about healthy living.

Community Garden: Jardín de la Salud Our community garden in San Bernardino provides organic produce for families in need.

Commencement 2023 Alert

Community-Academic Partners in Service (CAPS)

What We Do

Find a Program, Volunteer, or Donate

What Our Community is Saying

Working for Community

Program Spotlight

UPCOMING EVENTS

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CHEW Program Food Box Distribution

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CAPS Produce Distribution

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CHEW Program Food Box Distribution

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