Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center’s Round-Up (to the next dollar) Campaign Raises $10,000 for Hospice of Santa Barbara
Hospice of Santa Barbara (HSB) is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the October Round-Up Campaign hosted by the Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center. Over the course of the 33-day campaign, customers were invited to round up their purchases at checkout or make an additional donation, directly benefiting Hospice of Santa Barbara’s services.
Media Contact: Chris Davis/Jake Wong (858) 449-5234
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Santa Barbara, CA, December 8, 2025 — Hospice of Santa Barbara (HSB) is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the October Round-Up Campaign hosted by the Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center. Over the course of the 33-day campaign, customers were invited to round up their purchases at checkout or make an additional donation, directly benefiting Hospice of Santa Barbara’s services.
The campaign successfully raised an impressive $10,000 for Hospice of Santa Barbara. This significant total was achieved through the generosity of approximately 20,000 customers, highlighting the community-wide reach of the effort. 100% of the funds benefit Hospice of Santa Barbara services, which are provided at no cost.
“We are deeply grateful to Gary Simpson and the entire Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center team for their continued generosity and for hosting this successful campaign,” said David Selberg, Hospice of Santa Barbara CEO.
This generous effort directly supports HSB’s mission to provide compassionate care to individuals and families experiencing life-threatening illness or grieving the loss of a loved one.
“I would like to thank the thousands of wonderful customers who sought to help Hospice of Santa Barbara through their donations during our 33-day campaign,” said Gary Simpson, Owner and President of Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center. “Hospice of Santa Barbara has been a constant in our community for over 50 years, providing compassionate care to those in our community experiencing a life-threatening illness or grieving the loss of a loved one, free of charge. It is our absolute pleasure to raise money to provide more services to people in Santa Barbara who need this care.”
Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center: www.sbhicace.com
Hospice of Santa Barbara
Hospice of Santa Barbara provides professional counseling, support groups, and patient care services free of charge to individuals and families who are grieving the death of a loved one or experiencing the impact of a life-threatening illness. Hospice of Santa Barbara also provides counseling in our offices and on seventeen local elementary, junior high and high school campuses to children and teens who are grieving the loss of a loved one. For more information about Hospice of Santa Barbara, including volunteer opportunities, call (805) 563-8820 or visit www.hospiceofsb.org/.
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Every Bottle, Every Visit, Every Order: Folded Hills Donates 100% of Friday Sales in September to Hospice of Santa Barbara
Every Friday in September, Folded Hills Winery will match 100% of every purchase – whether it’s bottles of wine, visits to the tasting rooms, or orders from the online store—with a donation to Hospice of Santa Barbara. Through its Philanthropy Fridays initiative, made possible by the Kim and Andy Bush Family Foundation, Folded Hills shines a spotlight on local nonprofits and their amazing work. This month, wine lovers have the unique opportunity to raise a glass while supporting Hospice of Santa Barbara’s mission of providing compassionate care to those in need.
Media Contact: Chris Davis/Jake Wong (858) 449-5234
chris@wavecommsb.com, jake@wavecommsb.com
Santa Barbara, CA — September 11, 2025 — Every Friday in September, Folded Hills Winery will match 100% of every purchase – whether it’s bottles of wine, visits to the tasting rooms, or orders from the online store—with a donation to Hospice of Santa Barbara. Through its Philanthropy Fridays initiative, made possible by the Kim and Andy Bush Family Foundation, Folded Hills shines a spotlight on local nonprofits and their amazing work. This month, wine lovers have the unique opportunity to raise a glass while supporting Hospice of Santa Barbara’s mission of providing compassionate care to those in need.
Kim Busch, Owner and Founder of Folded Hills, who has a close connection to Hospice of Santa Barbara, said, “When my husband faced a very difficult diagnosis, we first called a neuro-oncologist. Our second call was to Hospice of Santa Barbara. They were able to recommend a wonderful grief counselor who helped us to navigate this challenging and confusing new world. We continue to depend on Hospice of Santa Barbara for their in-depth knowledge, programs, and loving care. It is a privilege to be able to help support and give back to these incredible Heroes.”
Since 1974, Hospice of Santa Barbara has provided free support to individuals and families affected by serious illness and to those bereaved in our community. “We are incredibly grateful for Folded Hills’ generosity and support. Contributions like theirs allow us to be there for anyone in our community who needs our services during life’s most challenging moments,” said David Selberg, CEO of Hospice of Santa Barbara.
HSB’s partnership with Folded Hills offers a meaningful way to give back—simply by enjoying local wine. It’s also the perfect opportunity to stock up early on holiday gifts! Visit either tasting room or shop online during the remaining Fridays in September for Folded Hills Philanthropy Fridays.
To participate in Philanthropy Fridays at Folded Hills, you can:
Shop online at foldedhills.com on any Friday in September
Visit either Folded Hills tasting room on any Friday in September
Montecito Tasting Room: 1294 Coast Village Road, Montecito, CA, 93108
Homestead Tasting Room: 2525 Old Coast HWY, Gaviota, CA, 95117
Golden Hour this Friday!
Don’t miss Golden Hour at Folded Hills on Friday, September 12, from 4:00–7:30 PM at the Estate Homestead Tasting Room. Enjoy a relaxed evening with live music, wood-fired pizzas, and award-winning wines by the glass. No RSVP required—first come, first served!
Hospice of Santa Barbara
Hospice of Santa Barbara provides professional counseling, support groups, and patient care services free of charge to individuals and families who are grieving the death of a loved one or experiencing the impact of a life-threatening illness. Hospice of Santa Barbara also provides counseling in our offices and on seventeen local elementary, junior high and high school campuses to children and teens who are grieving the loss of a loved one. For more information about Hospice of Santa Barbara, including volunteer opportunities, call (805) 563-8820 or visit www.hospiceofsb.org/
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Hospice of Santa Barbara Announces Donation from the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians
The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has made a generous donation of $15,000 to Hospice of Santa Barbara, supporting ongoing patient care services for approximately 800 people annually in the Santa Barbara community. Patient care services encompass medical care management, volunteer support, anticipatory grief counseling, spiritual care, bereavement care management, and quality of life stipends.
Media Contact: Chris Davis/Jake Wong (858) 449-5234
chris@wavecommsb.com, jake@wavecommsb.com
Santa Barbara, CA, June 30– The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has made a generous donation of $15,000 to Hospice of Santa Barbara, supporting ongoing patient care services for approximately 800 people annually in the Santa Barbara community. Patient care services encompass medical care management, volunteer support, anticipatory grief counseling, spiritual care, bereavement care management, and quality of life stipends.
“Hospice of Santa Barbara fills a critical need in the community, providing vital care and services to patients and their families,” said Kenneth Kahn, Tribal Chairman for the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians. “Our tribe is proud to support their efforts,” Kahm also shared.
Over the past 13 years, they have donated a total of $63,000 towards the organization’s efforts to serve people in Santa Barbara experiencing a life-threatening illness or grieving the death of a loved one.
“We are incredibly grateful for the support of the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians,” said David Selberg, CEO of Hospice of Santa Barbara. “They understand that community support is essential to our ability to serve everyone that needs us, free of charge,” said Selberg.
The services being funded aim to improve the medical, emotional and psychological outcomes for patients and their family members. For example, Hospice of SB’s medical care managers accompany patients to appointments, take notes, explain doctor instructions, and advocate for the patient, as needed. Over 38 percent of Hospice of SB’s patients are Latino, making the translation services Hospice of SB provides with its bilingual staff vital to patient care and treatment outcomes.
Mental health is another important aspect of the patient experience that Hospice of SB addresses. Studies indicate up to 48 percent of cancer patients fulfill criteria for clinical depression. However, studies also show that those who receive grief and mental health support have less anxiety, depression and overall psychological distress. Hospice of SB provides anticipatory grief counseling to help people prepare for the loss of a loved one and cope with their grief, both before and after the loved one passes away. Bereavement care also helps family members deal with depression, anxiety, stress, and physical tasks such as navigating Social Security paperwork or finding subsidized childcare. Counseling and practical support are provided by trained staff and volunteers.
Hospice of SB was founded in 1974, making it the second oldest hospice organization in the country. It employs about 50 staff and over 100 volunteers who serve 2,100 people with direct services and hundreds more with training classes, workshops, education, and outreach events. All services provided by the organization are free of charge.
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