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12 San Diego Nonprofit Events to Attend This November

Our picks for this month’s can’t-miss charity fundraisers and galas
San Diego charitable events by nonprofits this November featuring the San Diego Youth Services' Walk & Rally
Courtesy of San Diego Youth Services

Fierce & Kind Susan G. Komen Walk Weekend

November 1-3

Join Fierce & Kind Spirits for a cocktail event at Understory on November 1, with a portion of proceeds supporting the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Then, walk with the Fierce & Kind team at the MORE THAN PINK Walk on November 3.

San Diego Youth Services YAB (Youth Action Board) Traveling Through Time Gala

November 2

Check out the San Diego Youth Services YAB (Youth Action Board) Traveling Through Time Gala, where attendees are encouraged to dress in formalwear from any moment in history (or the future). All proceeds benefit the Youth Action Board, supporting young adults across the city.

Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K

November 2

Join the eighth annual Thrive half marathon and 5K benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The mostly flat course begins and ends at Ski Beach in Mission Bay, featuring beautiful bay and sea vistas.

Kate Sessions Day Tree Planting

November 8

Fête the launch of the $10 million “Ready, Set, Grow” project by planting trees at a community event in honor of Kate Sessions, the “Mother of Balboa Park.” Funded by the USDA Forest Service and hosted by the City of San Diego, this event marks the start of tree-planting season.

“Hands Across Borders” Global Communities Gala

November 8

Support Global Communities’ work at Hyatt Regency La Jolla. This annual gala, which includes dinner, dancing, and a marketplace, benefits communities impacted by poverty, disasters, and conflict.

From San Diego with Love Charity Benefit

November 9

Ever dreamed of becoming a spy? Here’s your chance. This espionage-themed charity event benefits Feeding San Diego. A VIP pre-party includes a yacht excursion around San Diego Bay, followed by the main event at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront.

Adopt-A-Pet Fundraiser

November 9

El Chingon in Gaslamp hosts a fundraiser for TAP (The Animal Pad), with 20% of bar proceeds donated to help find homes for pets. Enjoy tacos, margaritas, and adoptable furry friends.

San Diego Youth Services’ Walk & Rally

November 15

Join this two-hour walk, followed by refreshments and insight from young speakers, in downtown San Diego to raise funds to combat youth homelessness.

3rd Annual Kindness Fest

November 16

Support trafficking survivors at the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach. The live music fundraiser—complete with shopping and a silent auction—helps survivors get connected to critical resources.

Sixth Annual State of Hunger & 50th Anniversary Celebration

November 21

At the San Diego Hunger Coalition’s 50th anniversary, a panel of experts will discuss groundbreaking hunger relief strategies, followed by a networking reception and silent auction. Proceeds benefit local hunger programs.

Father Joe’s Village 23rd Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K

November 28

Join the annual Turkey Trot 5K at Balboa Park. All proceeds go towards providing meals for San Diegans in need, supporting the food program Father Joe’s Village.

19th Annual O’side Turkey Trot 5K

November 28

Taking place in Oceanside, this nationally recognized event features a costume contest and live entertainment (plus, of course, medals for all finishers) and benefits the Move Your Feet Before You Eat Foundation.

By Jackie Bryant

Jackie is San Diego Magazine's and Studios' content strategist. Prior to that, she was its managing editor. Before her SDM career, she was a long-time freelance journalist covering cannabis, food/restaurants, travel, labor, wine, spirits, arts & culture, design, and other topics. Her work has been selected twice for Best American Travel Writing, and she has won a variety of national and local awards for her writing and reporting.

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