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12,716 lbs of avocados

12,716 lbs of avocados

Rainbow® Sandals Foundation gave Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County (SHFBOC) 12,716 pounds of organic avocados. In 2024, they distributed over 35.78 million pounds of food, feeding an average of 442,154 individuals per month throughout Orange County. With over 300 partners, SHFBOC provides dignified, equitable, and consistent access to nutritious food, creating a foundation for community he

The University of Illinois

The University of Illinois

Rainbow Sandals Foundation recently donated to the University of Illinois for their Wheelchair Athletics program. The University of Illinois has a long and proud history of leadership in wheelchair athletics. RSF’s donation will be instrumental in enhancing their student-athletes' health and wellness development and support. These resources are vital for the athletes to train, compete, and ac

Giving back 43,800 lbs of avocados

Giving back 43,800 lbs of avocados

June 9, 2025 – Over the past three weeks, Rainbow Sandals Foundation has donated about 43,800 pounds of organic avocados—thanks to the incredible generosity of our partner, Del Rey Avocados located in Fallbrook, CA. Together, we've helped redistribute this fresh produce to a variety of local nonprofits, including Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, Family Assistance Ministries, Heart o

Coastal Conservation Association (CCA CAL)

Coastal Conservation Association (CCA CAL)

The Local Orange County Company Contributes Big-Time To CCA CAL To Continue Its Fight To Conserve California’s Marine Resources. May 7th, 2025: Orange County’s very own Rainbow® Sandals, headquartered in San Clemente, California, has made a generous financial donation of $10,000 to the California State chapter of the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA CAL). “CCA CAL has very much valued the par

Over 52,000 lbs of avocados

Over 52,000 lbs of avocados

May 20, 2025 – Over the past two weeks, Rainbow Sandals Foundation has donated more than 52,000 pounds of organic avocados—thanks to the incredible generosity of our partner, Del Rey Avocados. Together, we've helped redistribute this fresh produce to a variety of local nonprofits, including Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, Family Assistance Ministries, Love Community Outreach, and W

16,600 pounds of avocados

16,600 pounds of avocados

It’s been a busy week at the Rainbow® Sandals Foundation, and we’re excited to share some of the good work we’ve been doing. Thanks to our incredible partner, Del Rey Avocados, we were able to donate an impressive 16,600 pounds of organic avocados. These avocados were distributed by local non-profits to individuals and families in need through their food pantries. In addition, we provided pallets

Hope Ranch Animal Sanctuary

Hope Ranch Animal Sanctuary

Rainbow® Sandals Foundation is proud to support Hope Ranch Animal Sanctuary and their incredible mission to rescue and care for animals in need. In 2003, Kathy Haley moved to Anza, California, to create a sanctuary for abused and neglected animals like donkeys, llamas, alpacas, and pigs. While volunteering with a dog rescue, she discovered a deep passion for animal welfare and began developing her

Fallbrook Food Pantry

Fallbrook Food Pantry

Del Rey Avocados is one of our incredible partners; they help us help others. Rainbow Sandals Foundation is proud to support The Fallbrook Food Pantry, another nonprofit that Del Rey supports. Founded in 1991, the Fallbrook Food Pantry began as a religious organization offering food, shelter, clothing, and medical assistance. In 2005, it became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, shifting its focus solely to c

Helping Feed Little Ones in Need

Helping Feed Little Ones in Need

We recently donated over 845 boxes of baby snacks to Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County and Crossline Church. These organizations play a crucial role in providing essential food and resources to families in need, and we are grateful for the opportunity to support their mission. Ensuring that infants and young children have access to nutritious snacks is a small but meaningful way we can giv

When life gives you lemons

When life gives you lemons

We recently donated over 4,550 pounds of organic lemons to Crossline Church and Second Harvest Food Bank for their weekly food distribution! Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County distributed over 35.78 million pounds of food in 2024. Feeding an average of 442,154 individuals per month throughout Orange County. With over 300 partners, SHFBOC provides dignified, equitable, and consistent access

Baby Food & Avocados

Baby Food & Avocados

February 26, 2025 – This past week, RSF proudly donated 10 pallets of baby food and bins of organic avocados to local non-profits, ensuring that families in need have access to essential nutrition. Thanks to the support of our incredible partners, we were able to provide to Love Community Outreach, Mercy Warehouse, and Casa de Kathy. Their dedication to serving the community inspires us, and we ar

Cleaning Supplies for Western Eagle

Cleaning Supplies for Western Eagle

On February 4, Western Eagle Foundation received 1655 boxes of cleaning supplies. Located in Temecula; they serve 350,000 families annually. Every week, local food pantries, other nonprofit agencies providing hunger relief, and faith-based organizations pick up pallets of food at the Western Eagle drive-thru and transport them to distribution sites in the outlying and rural areas of Riverside Coun

Cleaning Supplies for SHFBOC

Cleaning Supplies for SHFBOC

On, January 30, 2025, Rainbow® Sandals Foundation gave Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County (SHFBOC) 1,075 boxes of cleaning products.. In 2024, they distributed over 35.78 million pounds of food, feeding an average of 442,154 individuals per month throughout Orange County. With over 300 partners, SHFBOC provides dignified, equitable, and consistent access to nutritious food, creating a found

Syringa Mountain School

Syringa Mountain School

Rainbow® Sandals Foundation is proud to support Syringa Mountain School located in Hailey, ID. This year at Syringa Mountain School, our students have embraced incredible hands-on learning adventures! The 1st and 2nd graders enjoyed snowshoeing excursions, connecting their outdoor experiences to classroom learning. ❄️ The 3rd and 4th graders explored local museums, discovering fascinating historic

The Advocates

The Advocates

"The Advocates is overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible generosity of the Rainbow Sandals Foundation and their $5,000 donation to support survivors of abuse in the Wood River Valley. This contribution will directly impact the lives survivors, helping to provide critical resources, support, and empowerment for individuals on their journey toward healing. Thank you for standing with us

RSF FOR HISPANIC SUCCESS

RSF FOR HISPANIC SUCCESS

Rainbow Sandals Foundation is proud to have been featured in the Idaho's Wood Rivier Weekly newspaper on January 8th. OUR VOICE COUNTS Rainbow Sandals Foundation’s mission is to improve and enhance the lives of individuals facing various challenges. This includes, but is not limited to, those who are low-income, unhoused, orphaned, victims of natural disasters, military veterans, refugees, an

2024 Recap

2024 Recap

In 2024, the Rainbow Sandals Foundation made monetary donations to over 100 incredible organizations. With the support of our partners, Del Rey Avocados and Tepa Produce, we distributed over 137,500 pounds of fresh fruit to various non-profits. A special thanks to the Assistance League of San Clemente for their ongoing donations of clothing and hygiene products, which are redistributed weekly to t

The 125 Most Influential People in Orange County for 2024

The 125 Most Influential People in Orange County for 2024

Honored to share that Sparky has been recognized as one of the 125 most influential people in Orange County for 2024 by the Orange County Register! 🎉👏 "Longley is a philanthropist who created Rainbow Sandals, a San Clemente-based business that started in 1974 with a goal to make a sandal that lasts. He does more than make sandals, and gives back to many nonprofits throughout the regionocregis

The HUB OC

The HUB OC

The HUB OC is deeply grateful for the generosity that fuels its mission to empower and support individuals, families, and communities. Through programs like The Youth Centers of Orange, Full Circle Meaningful Marketplace, and The HUB Resource Center, efforts are focused on caring for the most vulnerable while fostering a culture of love and transformation. The dream is to inspire generosity nation

Flourish Foundation

Flourish Foundation

Changing the world from the inside out! Rainbow Sandals Foundation is proud to support the Flourish Foundation’s Compassionate Leaders Program, which empowers teens through meditation, exploration of human values, and the creation of an intentional youth community. Learn more about the Compassionate Leaders Program here . Flourish Foundation’s mission is to promote mental health and personal growt