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Helping all children with special needs SHINE.

Together we can make a difference

The Shine Project Foundation is a public benefit nonprofit 501c3 in Carlsbad, California.

We aim to bridge the gap between families with children, teens, and young adults with special needs and local communities by partnering with businesses and organizations to provide special enrichment events and inclusive opportunities.

We are proud to host our signature Shine Beach Fun Day, Shine Arts Showcase and Dance, Shine Field day and Family Picnic, and Shine Camps.

These events help to connect families with local resources, spread awareness and outreach in the community, and promote a healthy, active, creative life and well being for all with special needs.

All of our events are free for special needs families and are made possible only with community support, donations, sponsorships, and volunteers (Excludes fundraiser events and specialty opportunities which may require a nominal fee).

Our Upcoming Events:

SHINE Highlights:

To volunteer for an event, click here to be directed to our volunteer page. The links below are to register as a participant!

Pizza and Games Night

A Pizza and Games Night in partnership with Las Flores Church including free pizza, drinks, and fun games with peer and community volunteers.

Discovery Arts

A free creative, community event in partnership with Las Flores Church in Carlsbad. This is a fun day of art exploration with hands on arts and crafts with peer and community volunteers, live music, movement, and local resource vendors. We will be providing snacks and drinks.

3rd Annual Good Vibes Reggaefest

This fundraiser event connects good vibes to a great cause for family and friends of all ages with fun for everyone. Dance to the sweet tunes of reggae music, eat delicious food, relax with a chair massage, shop for some unique finds, and win amazing items with our silent auction!

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