8 San Diego Nonprofit Events to Attend This July
Our picks for this month’s can’t-miss charity fundraisers
Local Mom Earns Ph.D. to Treat Daughter’s Rare Disease
Thirty years ago, Tracy Dixon-Salazar set out to help ease her child’s seizures—today she is a neuroscientist
Volunteer Diaries: Birch Aquarium
Volunteer Michelle Harris shares her experience teaching marine biology and supporting conservation efforts
Party Pics: The MCASD’s Art Auction 2024
Art enthusiasts gathered to support the museum’s exhibitions, acquisitions, and education programs
How a Nonprofit Provides Safety for Sex Trafficking Survivors
GenerateHope founder Susan Munsey discusses her work providing long-term care for women who have been trafficked in San Diego
6 San Diego Nonprofit Events to Attend This June
Check out these fundraisers, galas, and other charitable events happening this month
Party Pics: FACE Foundation’s 13th Annual Fundraiser Auction
The silent auction in Rancho Santa Fe raised nearly $200,000 to help pets get lifesaving care
Party Pics: Under the Sea at ICA’s New Tide Gala
The annual affair helps raise money to fund professional development opportunities for artists
Volunteer Diaries: Urban Surf 4 Kids
Volunteer Graydon Rose shares his experience bringing the joy of surfing to local foster and at-risk youth
Mister A’s Charity Golf Event For Local Hunger Relief
The inaugural golf tournament helped raise funds for Community Plate Initiative
The Group of Friends Feeding San Diego’s Homeless Population
The Community Plate Initiative begun as a birthday wish and turned into a nonprofit dedicated to providing meals for those in need
Party Pics: Spring Sparkle Tijuana Gala Dinner 2024
The annual gala dinner raises funds for nonprofits supporting families at the border
Volunteer Diaries: Shelter to Soldier
Meet Lisa Johnson and Lynne Ramsey, volunteer dog trainers for the nonprofit helping Veterans
Fueling Empowerment for San Diego’s Refugees
Meet Jolyana Jirjees of the Chaldean Community Council helping Iraqi refugees assimilate to life in America
Party Pics: Feeding San Diego’s Pairings with a Purpose Dinner
The annual fundraising event helps support hunger-relief programs for local kids and families was hosted at Callie this year
The Master Mentor
Nearly 15 years ago, Armand King set out to be the person he needed as a youth.
Party Pics: Opera Ball 2024
The annual fundraiser raised nearly $650,000 for the opera’s future programs and productions
The Healing Power of Art & Community
Founder of local nonprofit OURS Art Foundation helps San Diegan’s heal through drawing, painting, crafting jewelry, & other creative outlets
Volunteer Diaries: Challenged Athletes Foundation
Dr. Bryon Solberg shares the joys of volunteering for local athletes with disabilities
Volunteer Diaries: Sharia’s Closet
Meet Karly Franz and Lacy Henderson, Sharia’s Closet
Keeping it Positive
Omid Sabet founded The Positive Movement Foundation to help serve disadvantaged San Diego classrooms
Volunteer Diaries: Lucky Duck Foundation
The local philanthropist making an impact an impact on the lives of San Diego’s homeless population
Every Dog Has Its Day
It’s the Pits founder Beth Gruff’s mission is to give rescued pit bulls a second chance
Volunteer Diaries: Brad and Summer Stech of Mama’s Kitchen
The longtime Mama’s Kitchen volunteers were recently awarded its Humanitarian Award
Party Pics: A Most Fashionable Fundraiser for The Arc of San Diego
Philanthropy meets high fashion at the 2023 Winter Wonderland Fashion Show
Volunteer Diaries: Elizabeth Ireland
The local photographer captures the struggles and triumphs of children with cancer as a volunteer for the Emilio Nares Foundation
