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Nonprofit

Poppy Life Care Foundation

In Loving Memory & Honor of 
Heather McDonald
Warrior, Founding Member & Board Member
Poppy Life Care Foundation

Heather was not only a warrior throughout her life as she battled many health challenges but she was deeply knowledgeable of the healthcare system, pain management and the ins and outs of Western medicine. As a founding member of Poppy Life Care Foundation, she was an integral part of its origin, its growth and its mission. We are so grateful to have known her and so grateful for all the work she did in our communities for the underserved and underprivileged populations of Riverside & San Bernardino counties. We hope that her story as a warrior since childhood, battling her own health challenges can be an inspiration and support for children and families in their own healing and growth journeys. Ultimately guiding families to more peace, love, unity, holistic health and overall well-being.

“Thank you Heather for your service, your heart and your dedication to supporting and loving others. You will be forever missed.” – Erica

Our Mission

Our Mission

Poppy Life Care is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is determined to provide and deliver easy access to affordable, holistic, integrative, and complementary health and wellness resources and services for individuals and families living with a wide spectrum of physical, mental, and behavioral health challenges. Our mission is to facilitate awareness and education while building innovative care programs, which we hope to accomplish alongside our local communities, its businesses and people. We believe in helping each other as part of an ecosystem of local business, healthcare groups, academic institutions and professionals alike.

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The Needs

  • According to SAMHSA, in 2021 43% of adults could not afford mental health treatment and 36% did not know where to go for services
  • According to statistics, around 60% of individuals with bipolar disorder abuse alcohol or drugs. Additionally, roughly 50% of people seeking treatment for substance use also meet the criteria for PTSD
  • Within Orange County, a recent study by UCSF determined that 50.3% of adults were actively experiencing psychological distress and common mental health issues, and were not receiving any form of treatment. Transitional aged youth, identifying as LGBTQ, from 18-24, experienced severe psychological distress, at a rate of up to five times their heterosexual peers
  • About 1 in 36 children has been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) according to estimates from CDC’s Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network.
  • According to the U.S. Department of Housing, the homeless population in Orange County, CA increased 91% from 2007 to 2020

Who We Serve

BIPOC Population
LGBTQ+ Population
Homeless / unhoused populations
Neurodivergent Teens & Adults

Our Services

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Mindfulness

Enables individuals to learn how to regulate their emotions and decrease stressful situations by practicing mindful exercises when triggered. Research published by JAMA shows daily mindfulness techniques offer the same anxiety and depression relief as prescription anti-anxiety medications.

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Yoga

According to the Cells Report Medicine Report, A review of Yogic breathing practices reported increased feelings of peacefulness, improved reaction time and problem solving, decreased anxiety, and reduction of mind wandering and intrusive thoughts.

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Nutrition

Provides gut-brain and hormone health nutritional counseling to improve behavioral health and mental health. Program includes recommendations for supplements, diet change, meal plans, and more. According to Harvard Health, about 95% of your serotonin is produced in the gastrointestinal tract, and the GI tract is lined with 100 million neurons all impacting emotions, focus and brain health.

Creating a Meaningful Impact Since 2018

Our Programs

Our Programs

Sobering Centers Wellness Program (16-weeks)
Non-profit Employee Wellness Program (16-weeks)
Client Mindfulness / Wellness Subscriptions (ongoing)
School District Mindfulness / Wellness Packages 16 (weeks)

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive a receipt for my donation?

If you donated online, you’ll receive both an email confirmation and an official printed acknowledgment/tax receipt through Stripe/Donorbox.

Our Federal Identification Number (or Employer Identification Number (FEIN)) is 83-2081360

Visit our contact page here to access our email or a form submission.

We do not sell or rent our mailing list to other organizations that solicit donations or sell any products. However, to enhance our solicitation strategies and improve our fundraising, Poppy Life Care exchanges portions of our mailing list with select non-profit organizations.

A 501(c)(3) public charity is an entity that: [1] has been organized under state law, [2] is operated for a 501(c)(3) purpose, [3] benefits an unidentified charitable class of people (e.g., those who suffer from AIDS), [4] engages in activities that are non-political in nature, and [5] derives at least one-third of its support from the general public. A 501(c)(3) purpose includes–but is not limited to–educational, religious, scientific, medical, and charitable endeavors.

There is no limit to the amount you can donate—however for larger donations, please contact us here.

The majority of our funds (over 70%) go toward paying physicians and providing the treatment necessary for children that do not have health insurance and struggle with conditions that range from spectrum development conditions, anxiety, depression, and more. Please see the page called “The Impact of Donation” for more information.

The Poppy Life Care Foundation is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Contributions to the Poppy Life Care Foundation are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Poppy Life Care’s tax identification number is 83-2081360.

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Regardless of ability to pay, our 501(c)3, the Poppy Life Care Foundation, offers services free of charge to those who need it. Information about programs and services are for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult with your family’s personal physician/caregiver regarding your own medical care.

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© 2025

Regardless of ability to pay, our 501(c)3, the Poppy Life Care Foundation, offers services free of charge to those who need it. Information about programs and services are for educational and informational purposes only. Please consult with your family’s personal physician/caregiver regarding your own medical care.