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North Central Region Community Updates
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 What I Wish My Parents Knew Forum at Mira Mesa High School
The San Diego Unified School District, Mira Mesa High School, Challenger and Wangenheim Middle School, in partnership with the County of San Diego Department of Strategy and Community Engagement and SAY San Diego, are hosting a caregiver/parent-youth forum to address key topics affecting youth and families, promoting health and well-being, and connecting a variety of resources. We hope to see you there!
*Light dinner will be provided. Register for free here.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
WHERE: Mira Mesa High School | 10510 Marauder Way, San Diego, CA 92126 | In the Media Center.
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Neuro-Nurturing: Advancing Powerful Strategies for the Decade of the Child
This webinar shares information on the topic of Neuro-Nurturing infants to support positive pathways to health and wellbeing. For more information, visit their website here.
WHEN: Friday, March 14, 2025 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
WHERE: Virtual. Register here.
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NEW! The Spelling Social: Intergenerational Scrabble Event
The Spelling Social is a one-of-a-kind event combining the excitement of Scrabble with the warmth of social connection. It’s not just about spelling—it’s about the conversations, the laughs, and the relationships that grow as participants engage with one another across generations. Free snacks and refreshments will be provided!
WHEN: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
WHERE: San Diego Oasis at Rancho Bernardo | 17170 Bernardo Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92128
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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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CarFit® - Custom Driving Safety Program
CarFit® is a FREE, interactive, and educational program designed to improve older driver safety. Designed to help seniors over 55 years of age, CarFit® helps older drivers learn how the effects of aging can change the way they fit in their vehicle and how their driving can be affected.
WHEN: Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
WHERE: Point Loma Nazarene University - College of Health Sciences | 9055 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92123
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NEW! Supporting Neurodiversity in the Workplace Webinar and Career Panel
This virtual event will highlight Brain Balance of Greater San Diego and County of San Diego Neurodivergent Excellence. Come attend to learn how you can support neurodivergent employees in your organization and hear from neurodivergent employees about their experiences and career growth.
WHEN: Thursday, March 27, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
WHERE: Virtual, via Zoom. To register for the event, please click here.
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NEW! Public Health Advocate Camp
This no-cost, five-day summer camp is open to rising San Diego high school juniors and seniors who are hoping to explore the world of public health. Come hear from, and connect with, local public health professionals and engage in hands-on, project-based activities. Interested students need to complete the application form and submit a teacher recommendation by Friday, May 2, 2025. For more information, visit the website here.
WHEN: June 23-27, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
WHERE: Linda Vista Innovation Center | 2202 Comstock Street, San Diego, CA 92111
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Help Make Our Streets Safer!
Do you want safer streets in your neighborhood? The City of San Diego wants to hear from YOU! The City is hosting Focus Groups to get your thoughts on how to improve streets for everyone.
Bonus: Everyone who joins a Focus Group will receive a $30 VISA gift card for their time! Apply now at the links below to be considered. Let’s make our streets better together! Various dates and times are available.
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All Kids Play: Youth Sports Grant - Grants are available to qualifying families with kids in grade 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.
- EPA Thriving Communities Grant Program - The International Community Foundation and its partners are excited to announce the launch of the EPA Thriving Communities Grant Program, which will provide $48 million in funding to support disadvantaged communities addressing critical environmental and health issues. Apply here!
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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.
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NEW! 2025 Mental Health Service Expansion & Workforce Development Grant - This grant opportunity, provided by the San Diego Foundation, is designed to support nonprofit service providers and workforce development, as well as advance access to mental/behavioral health services for families and kids of all ages. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 28, 2025 at 5:00 P.M.
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NEW! Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program in CA - This program provides affordable funding to develop essential community facilities in rural areas. An essential community facility is defined as a facility that provides an essential service to the local community for the orderly development of the community in a primarily rural area, and does not include private, commercial or business undertakings. Eligible borrowers include public bodies, community-based non-profit corporations, and federally recognized tribes.
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NEW! The California Energy Commission’s Clean Transportation Program - The California Energy Commission’s Clean Transportation Program (previously known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program) provides funding to support innovation and accelerate the development and deployment of zero-emission transportation and fuel technologies.
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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 by empowering Black/African American moms to make healthier choices for a brighter future. They accept participants at any stage of pregnancy and up to 6 months postpartum, regardless of income.
To view your eligibility, please click here.
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NEW! Care Connect by Vista Hill Clinic
Vista Hill is a community-based, dynamic non-profit organization. They maintain 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.
For more information, please click here.
Click here for the flyer in Spanish.
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NEW! Emergency Preparedness Workshops
The County of San Diego and partnering organizations are offering a variety of Emergency Preparedness Workshops ranging from alert notification systems to fire safety awareness.
To stay informed on the latest workshops and resources, please click here.
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County of San Diego Community Action Partnership (CAP) Community Action Plan & Community Needs Assessment
Every two years, CAP develops a service plan that ties back to local community needs assessments and highlights the priority needs of San Diego’s low-income communities and the services CAP proposes to address them. The 2026-2027 Proposed Community Action Plan & Community Needs Assessment is available for review by scanning the QR code or visiting the CAP website. The Community Needs Assessment can be found 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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Ride Well to Age Well Guide
The Ride Well to Age Well Guide, which provides information on transportation agencies and services throughout San Diego County, has been updated and is now available in Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Somali, Korean, Farsi, and Dari. The guide can be found here or email Jacob Carson at JacobR.Carson@sdcounty.ca.gov for a physical copy to be mailed to you.
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211 Community Calendar
211 San Diego recently launched their updated Community Calendar! The 211 Community Calendar is a regional calendar of events such as resource fairs, workshops, volunteer opportunities, screenings/health events, conferences, and more, all to offer access to resources for the community through one-time or recurring events. To submit events, please create an account. Learn more here.
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San Diego Food Resources
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Thank you!
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