Poppy Life Care Foundation
Poppy Life Care Foundation, established in 2018, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and empowering individuals and families navigating brain health conditions, including autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
We support communities through evidence-informed education, skill-building, and integrative care approaches that promote long-term well-being. Our programs are designed to complement traditional treatment models by expanding access to therapies, reducing stigma, and strengthening daily functioning and independence.
Through collaboration with local communities, healthcare providers, academic institutions, and community-based organizations, we aim to build innovative, accessible care pathways that support the whole person—mind, body, and environment.
Our Mission
2018 Hoag Health Event
Programming
Since its founding in 2018, Poppy Life Care Foundation has been committed to expanding access to holistic, integrative support for individuals and families navigating mental and brain health challenges.
In our early years, we partnered with the Melinda Hoag Smith Center for Healthy Living, where we operated for approximately four years. During that time, we proudly offered free community-based programming, including yoga, meditation, nutrition education, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and other wellness services.
Through this work, we served teens, families, underserved communities, and neurodivergent individuals, creating a safe and supportive environment for healing, growth, and connection.
Since then, our mission has continued to evolve. Today, we expand our impact through education, awareness initiatives, and community partnerships, ensuring that individuals and families have access to tools and resources that support long-term well-being.
We have collaborated with a range of respected organizations, including Autism Speaks, Cancer Kinship, Pure Game, and inclusive education programs, among others.
As we grow, our commitment remains the same: to reduce stigma, increase access, and empower communities through compassionate, integrative care.
2021 Caz Fitness Fundraising event
Recognition & Community Impact
Over the years, Poppy Life Care Foundation has been privileged to be recognized and supported by respected organizations and community leaders. Our work has been featured in Newport Beach Magazine, and we were honored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals as an honoree for the National Philanthropy Day 2022.
These acknowledgments reflect our continued commitment to serving individuals and families through compassionate, integrative care and accessible programming.
We invite you to learn more about our story and community impact by reading our feature in Newport Beach Magazine below.
As our foundation continues to grow, we are actively expanding and evolving our programs. If you are interested in learning more about our current offerings—including available programming, scholarships, and free or low-cost care—we encourage you to reach out.
Contact us to learn more about how we can support you or your family.
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Our History
Community Reach & Impact
Over the years, Poppy Life Care Foundation has had the privilege of serving hundreds of individuals and families through our programs. Since 2018, we have supported an estimated 300–500 individuals by providing free programming, education, and community-based awareness initiatives focused on mental and brain health.
In addition to those we serve directly, the foundation has also played a meaningful role in developing future leaders and community members. We have engaged and supported over 200 volunteers, offering hands-on skill-building opportunities and real-world experience.
Through our nonprofit programs, volunteers gained experience in areas such as social media, marketing, website development, technology, IT, and program development. Many were able to apply the skills they developed during their time with the foundation to secure employment and advance their careers.
Our commitment extends beyond care—we aim to empower individuals with the tools, skills, and confidence needed to create lasting change in their own lives and communities.
