"Christmas Through The Eyes of a Child" event, December 16, 2000,  Anaheim California, over 800 children of those who are incarcerated receive a delicious meal, toy and are entertained. The event is organized by the Friends Outside program of Orange County and produced by the generosity of private foundations, individual donors and the effort of hundreds of volunteers , Including the Orange County Sheriff's Department, Orange County Fire Authority, U.S. Marines and the Boys Scouts of America.
 
   This year's Christmas event will be even larger than the last. We need volunteers who are dedicated to make Christmas bring for those who may not otherwise experience the joys of Christmas.   

Each year we produce a back-to-school event for the children of the incarcerated through the generosity of merchants, manufactures and foundations. Each child that attends  receives a backpack outfitted with school supplies and a few surprises. We need volunteers and merchants to participate. This event is promoted to help these children have an even better school year.

This year and every year the staff and volunteers at Friends Outside produce an Easter Party picnic. Hundreds of children of parents who are incarcerated experience the fun of the traditional Easter Egg hunt to the excitement of pinita bursting with candy for all. The children, also, enjoy BBQ hot dogs and other spring time favorites. The program is produced by private and foundation donors and dedicated volunteers. Each year the event grows. Volunteers needed!!