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Central Region Community Updates
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 RTFH is Updating Outreach Standards and Seeking Feedback
The RTFH, with the assistance of OrgCode Consulting, is updating the Street Outreach Standards. Originally released in 2020, the street outreach standards outline the expectations of what and how the work of street outreach is conducted throughout the Continuum of Care. All outreach workers and their supervisors, whether funded by the County, RTFH, City of San Diego, or the San Diego Housing Commission are welcome and encouraged to participate in the survey. Complete the survey by March 21, 2025 at 4:00PM. Click here to complete the survey.
If there are any questions about the survey, please contact Iain from OrgCode at idejong@orgcode.com.
Southeastern Live Well Center CBO Suite
The Southeastern Live Well Center provides a single stop for services and serves as a hub for collaboration. The Community Based Organizations (CBO) Suite is available at no cost to CBOs who serve the community. Call, email, or visit to reserve a workspace or huddle room. Reservations are available Monday – Friday from 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
For more information, please click here.
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Urban Greening Equity Workshop
Join us for an engaging and interactive workshop to develop an Urban Greening Plan for Chollas View, Emerald Hills, and Lincoln Park.
Families, youth, local leaders, and advocates are welcome to share their vision for a greener and more sustainable community.
WHEN: Saturday, March 15 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
WHERE: Former SDGE Suite | 336 Euclid Ave, Ste. 502, San Diego, CA 92114
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NEW! Special Senior Lunch & Learn & Healthcare Resource Event
Join The Center SD for a special event in recognition of National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) , while we learn about navigating your health care journey, five key documents for advanced care planning, ACP, POLST, and next steps.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 | 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
WHERE: The Center Auditorium | 3909 Centre St, San Diego, CA 92103
For more info, contact Senior Services at (619) 692-2077 Ext. 147 or email at seniors@thecentersd.org.
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NEW! Behavioral Health Workforce Fund Informational Session
You are invited to attend a Behavioral Health Workforce Fund Informational Session! Be part of a growing movement to increase access and support for mental health and substance use disorder services treatment in the region of San Diego County! Learn about scholarships and 0% loan options and provide essential feedback about the proposed Behavioral Health Workforce Fund programs.
For questions or additional information, please contact Amanda Wagner at AWagner@thinkpic.org.
WHEN: Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
WHERE: Virtual. Register here.
If you have registered but cannot attend, a recording of the session will be provided to all registrants.
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NEW! Recovery Field Day
Recovery Games is for San Diego’s recovery community intended to celebrate those in recovery from substance use, create community, and connections.
WHEN: Sunday, March 23, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
WHERE: San Diego State University (ENS 700 Field) | 5801 Aztec Walk, San Diego, CA 92182
Reserve your spot here.
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NEW! +Families – Movie Night
Join The Center SD for a social event for LGBTQ-identifying families to come together, build community, and interact in a social setting for their youth. The movie being shown is rated PG (1h35m). Snacks and seating will be provided, but families are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets to set up “Picnic Style” if they’d like.
WHEN: Friday, March 28, 2025 | Doors open at 5:00 PM, movie starts at 5:30 PM
WHERE: The Center Auditorium | 3909 Centre St, San Diego, CA 92103
For more information, contact Estevan Ramirez (he/him) eramirez@thecentersd.org
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NEW! 4th Annual Transportation Justice Expo
Join for a free family-friendly event uplifting transportation justice and climate action. Learn about clean mobility and active transportation. There will be bike opportunity drawings, giveaways, art resources, and more!
WHEN: Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
WHERE: Gompers Preparatory Academy | 1005 47th St, San Diego, CA 92102
View the Spanish flyer here.
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Join Grandma Lulu for a Free Meal - Grandma LuLu’s Table is available to provide free plant-based meals in San Diego Communities. Would you like to host them to provide the plant-based meals and wellness program? Grandma LuLu's Table celebrates healthy eating with a star ingredient in every meal! This month, we’re featuring a “star ingredient”, packed with flavor and health benefits. Contact at: info@grandmalulustable.org or www.grandmalulustable.org.
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Grupo Esperanza - A monthly, FREE well-being group for cancer patients and their families, conducted in Spanish and led by Dr. Sara Fainstein, a breast cancer survivor. It’s a supportive space to connect, share experiences, and improve well-being together. Support groups take place the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 12pm-2pm at the Mission Hills - Hillcrest/Knox Branch Library and via Zoom.
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Urban Surf 4 Kids Hanai Mentoring Program - Urban Surf 4 Kids is accepting applications for volunteers and youth participants in the 2025 Hanai Mentoring Program. Join one of six groups in San Diego County. Urban Surf 4 Kids is now accepting applications at US4K.org.
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Urban Leaders Go - A career focused program designed to serve high-risk youth ages 15-18. Services include support navigation, alternatives to violence workshops, educational enhancements, mentoring, leadership development, and paid internships.
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EPA Thriving Communities Grant Program - The International Community Foundation (ICF) and its partners are launching the EPA Thriving Communities Grant Program, which will provide $48 million in funding to support disadvantaged communities addressing critical environmental and health issues. ICF will distribute grants ranging from $150,000 to $350,000 to eligible nonprofits, local governments, grassroots organizations, and communities in San Diego, Orange, and Imperial counties.
- Rolling Application Review: Submit early
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All Kids Play: Youth Sports Grant - Grants are available to qualifying families with kids in grades K-12 and not-for-profit community-based recreational sports organizations in low-income areas on a need and first-come, first served basis as funds are available. Find out more information here!
- Rolling Application Review: Submit 30 days prior to the sport program registration deadline
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NEW! The Institute for Public Strategies Youth Opportunities - The program will consist of a variety of trips held every month, including trips to cultural and outdoor spaces, volunteering opportunities, and overnight camping excursions. For more information, please email Dane Bolding, dbolding@publicstrategies.org.
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NEW! Humanities for All Quick Grants - This program responds to the needs and interests of Californians, encourages greater public participation in humanities programming, particularly by new and/or underserved audiences. Applications are open year-round.
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, subject to availability of funding
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NEW! 2025 Mental Health Service Expansion & Workforce Development Grant - San Diego Foundation (SDF) is dedicated to supporting children and families in our region. Through the 2025 Mental Health Service Expansion and Workforce Development Grant opportunity, these initiatives are aligning to support nonprofit service providers and workforce development, advancing access to mental/behavioral and early relational health services for families and kids of all ages.
- Closing Date: March 28, 2025 at 5:00 PM PDT
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- The County of San Diego is looking for 10 non-profit, community-based organizations to bid for contracts as part of a new one-year pilot project to support County language services and community engagement. Interested organizations can apply through the County’s an interactive website for suppliers wishing to do business with the County.
- Applications are accepted until April 1, 2025
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NEW! Black Infant Health Program
The San Diego County Black Infant Health Program (BIH) is a FREE supportive service for pregnant women and new mothers who are at least 16 years of age and self-identify as Black or African American. BIH aims to improve health among eligible mothers and babies by empowering pregnant and mothering, Black/African American moms to make healthier choices for a brighter future. We accept participants at any stage of pregnancy and up to 6 months post-partum, regardless of income.
Scan the QR code on the flyer or click here to learn more.
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NEW! Care Connect by Vista Hill Clinic
Vista Hill is a community-based, dynamic non-profit organization. Vista Hill maintains a diverse array of quality services and programs throughout San Diego County, assisting underserved, challenged children, teens, adults, and families. Their three areas of focus are intellectual & developmental disabilities, substance use disorder, and mental illness.
View the Spanish flyer here.
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California Earned Income Tax Credit
The California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC) and the Young Child Tax Credit are state tax credits for working Californians. If you qualify, you may see a reduced tax bill or a bigger refund.
For more information, please click here.
Click here for the flyer in Spanish.
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30-Day Mental Wellness Practice Resources!
The 30-Day Mental Wellness Practice is designed to provide a variety of options to match self-care practices to fit unique needs and lifestyles. Start anytime—whether at the start, middle, or end of the month. Explore the new downloadable and shareable content such as practice materials, optional activity worksheets, and social media content to share the practice with your network and communities.
For more information, visit here!
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Sharia's Closet
Sharia's Closet provides free, emergency clothing to those experiencing financial hardship or crisis. They help children attend school with confidence and provide teens or adults with professional attire for interviews or the workplace.
Click here to learn more about Sharia's Closet services.
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Thank you!
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