Making a Difference, Together.
Join us in our mission to create positive change and build a better world for all. We provide fun and affordable programs that empower the youth of our community.
Our Mission
"To provide accessible and high-quality after-school programs that empower children to explore their creative potential and build a brighter future for themselves and their communities."
Empowering Youth
We strive to provide fun and affordable programs that empower the youth of our community, fostering their growth and development.
Promoting Wellness
Our goal is to promote health, wellness, and self-confidence among our youth, encouraging active lifestyles and positive self-image.
Nurturing Creativity
We aim to provide opportunities for children to excel in visual and performing arts, exposing them to diverse cultures and languages.
Building Character
We are committed to teaching our youth the importance of respect, both for their peers and for adults in their lives.
Shaping Future Leaders
Our mission is to nurture responsible citizens who are committed to lifelong learning and community well-being.
Real Change in Numbers
Youth Served
500+
Programs Offered
10+
Communities Reached
5+
Years of Impact
13+
Our Community Impact
Our Roots
Founded in 2011, OCAC began as a home for a Latin dance program. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we've grown to become a pillar of community support, fostering creativity and growth in our youth.
Our Mission
We're dedicated to enriching young lives through diverse after-school programs. From dance to martial arts, we provide a platform for children to explore their passions and develop new skills.
Our Community Goals
Expand Youth Programs
Develop and implement new, engaging programs that cater to diverse interests and needs in our community.
Build Strong Partnerships
Collaborate with local businesses, schools, and individuals to create a robust support network for our youth initiatives.
Increase Community Awareness
Spread the word about our mission, inspiring more community members to get involved and support our cause.
Youth Programs We Support
As OCAC, we raise money to donate back to these youth programs in our community, helping them expand, compete, and provide opportunities for young people across Southern California.
How Your Donations Help
Inland Empire
pin_drop Montclair, CA
pin_drop Riverside, CA
San Diego County
pin_drop Sweetwater, CA
Los Angeles County
pin_drop Covina & Alhambra, CA
Orange County
pin_drop Anaheim, CA
pin_drop Costa Mesa, CA
Want to see your program supported?
Your contribution can change a life today.
Please support us in our mission to give back to our underserved communities by donating! Please let us know if you would like your name or company name listed as our sponsors on our website.
Contact Us
Reach out at ocac.badeva@gmail.com
Brenda Joy Adeva
CEO / President
Originally an educator of English as a Second Language, Brenda Adeva has had a love for offering different opportunities in the form of after school programs for the youth. She is the founder of OCAC and was one of the directors of the original youth dance programs of OCAC in Anaheim, CA. This team went on to be 2x World salsa medalists in 4 different divisions of children salsa. She volunteered her time for this organization as a teacher and director.
For 15 years, Brenda was an ESL teacher/ESL Specialist for students from 5th to 12th grade. Brenda believes that language learning empowers everyone. She authored and oversaw the writing of an ESL curriculum. Serving as a Teacher Mentor to both domestic and international schools, Brenda helped to build ESL programs and train teachers in ESL curriculum and instruction. Now, as an Educational Sales Consultant, she sells ESL curriculum and trains administrators and teachers on how to implement those programs.
Brenda has a Bachelor's degree in Chinese and a Master's degree in English TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from San Francisco State University. She also furthered her education with many MBA classes in Marketing and Business. Brenda is also fluent in Chinese, Portuguese, Cantonese, and Spanish.