Bike or no bike, you’re invited to ride to help local vets
Fundraiser Runs are usually organized by members of the Motorcycle Community. The Runs are basically a series of events with the end goal of raising…
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AEA Federal Credit Union donates to local foster child resource center
AEA Federal Credit Union donated to Jessie’s Closet through funds from the Employee Jean’s Giver…
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Feburary 4 is National Wear Red Day
The American Heart Association uses National Wear Red Day to raise awareness for…
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Young boy battling cancer surprised by mail carrier
A 7-year-old boy battling cancer was given a birthday surprise from a California mail…
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Gamblers Wanted: Those who know when to hold and when to fold
It’s a game of strategy and misdirection, but the annual Dad’s Club Texas Hold’em Tournament in the end the house always wins. In this case, the…
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Yuma Elks continue Christmas tradition of giving
At the Elk’s Lodge on Christmas Eve, volunteers gathered to put together boxes of food, for local families in…
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Local foster kids in need of more volunteers from CASA
Court Appointed Special Services of Yuma County or CASA, is one of the leading local resources for foster kids. However, they need help badly right…
Continue ReadingNo money? No problem. Here are 4 ways to give back without opening your wallet
By Ashley Vaughan, CNN It’s the season of giving! Even if you are low on funds, you can still make an impact. Here are four ways you can spread…
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Karina Jones with the United Way says “when you look good, you feel good”
You’ve heard News 11’s Rob Fram talk about our temps dropping and you probably already pulled out that coat. But, for some, a coat is a luxury and…
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A local woman says Yuma children need Santa, now more than ever
During the 2020 pandemic, local business owner Yvonne Peach began to notice a disturbing trend. Little by little the children around her became…
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California Governor Newsom writes children’s book about dyslexia
California Governor Gavin Newsom has written a children’s book called “Ben & Emma’s Big Hit,” about…
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Local children asked to fit their entire world into a trash bag
It’s the harshest of realities, in a moment’s notice children are asked to put their belongings into a bag. The child is being removed from the home,…
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Making A Difference: A special gift from a very special group
The Fortuna Foothills has long since been the Desert Southwest’s diamond in the rough, not because of any particular attraction. But, it’s a mixture…
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Yuma community doing its part to provide food for the needy this holiday season
If you’re looking for an easy way to make a big impact this holiday season, a Sprouts “Grab and Give” bag is one…
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A special event for some special athletes
Without doubt athletes were hit especially hard during the pandemic. But, even more so was the impact on our Special Olympics athletes.…
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The Salvation Army looking to recruit bell ringers
For over a hundred years the Salvation Army has made it its mission to fight hunger and poverty. To date, they help feed and house millions across…
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News 11’s annual Turkey Drive declared a success
A big thanks to everyone who came out and helped make this a happy Thanksgiving for Yuma’s less-fortunate! We collected 923 turkeys for Crossroads…
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Celebrate National Recycle Day by donating to the Goodwill
It’s November 15th and that means it’s National Recycle Day. Started in 1997, by the National Recycling Coalition.…
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American Red Cross celebrates new office with ribbon cutting ceremony
One of the country’s biggest disaster relief organizations just got a brand new facility in Yuma. Earlier Friday morning, the American Red Cross…
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