Pickleball With a Purpose Provides 50,000 Meals for Vulnerable San Diegans
Del Mar Wine + Food Festival’s celebrity event returns with Drew Brees to raise funds for Feeding San Diego
The Animal Pad Offers Cross-Border Canines a Second Chance
Board member and director of philanthropy Sam Clancy shares what it’s like to volunteer with the nonprofit
The Best Cosplays at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 (Day 1)
From capes and spandex to animatronic gadgets, here are the most jaw-dropping Comic-Con looks we spotted
13 San Diego Nonprofit Events to Attend This August
Here’s where to celebrate, connect, give back, and make a difference this month
San Diegan Makes Sailing History at the Transpacific Yacht Race
Last week, local Alli Bell became the first woman skipper to win the 119-year-old event’s top handicap prize
A Fresh Future For a Century-Old Julian Farmstand
Patchwork Market will function as a general store and farmers market, offering locally grown or made products and seasonal fare
The Sun Protection Routine San Diego Dermatologists Swear By
Keep your skin safer during summer activities with these expert tips
Winning Essay: Becoming Here
This year, we announced our inaugural essay contest, offering $1,000 to one writer who surprised, delighted, and moved us—here’s the winner
Native Star Boutique Arrives With All Indigenous-Made Products
The new shop from Vista homeowner Ruth-Ann Thorn debuts in the Gaslamp in the 1880s-era Yuma Building
Unhinged, A Dating Series: To Text or Not to Text?
Is less communication the key to a satisfying and less stressful dating life?
DOGE Cuts Force Mission Trails Bridge Project to a Halt
A father’s mission to create a safe crossing over the river where his son died has been impacted by federal decisions to slash California education, healthcare, and public safety funds
Building Connected Spaces For SD’s Black LGBTQ Community
San Diego Black Pride president Jordan Daniels leads the volunteer-run nonprofit, hosting events, resource fairs, mixers, and community outreach programs
The 7 Best California Native Plants for Container Gardens
Plus tips on how to care for these low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and pollinator-friendly flora at home
Unhinged, A Dating Series: Dating on a Budget
Meeting someone new doesn’t have to break the bank—we rounded up some of SD’s best free and low-cost dates
A Summer of Service with Maria Espinoza of Interfaith Community Services
The North County nonprofit’s lead volunteer coordinator explains how kids can get involved in doing good
San Diego Foundation Marks 50 Years with $1.8 Billion Granted to Nonprofits
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, San Diego Foundation launches a bold campaign to help shape the region’s next chapter
How the Junior League of San Diego Has Empowered Women for Over 90 Years
The women’s organization is dedicated to community service and leadership—peek inside its June recruitment drive
18 San Diego Nonprofit Events to Attend This June
Here’s where to celebrate, connect, give back, and make a difference this month
Father Joe’s Villages Helps Aspiring Chefs Find Culinary Careers
The new program offers those experiencing homelessness in San Diego the skills needed to pursue careers in the food industry
5 Summer Hikes in San Diego with Coastal Views
When the weather starts to heat up, these trails offer breathtaking views, ocean breezes and easy to difficult ascents
Unhinged, A Dating Series: The Happy Birthday Text
Share your stories of messaging your ex on a special occasion for a chance to be featured in the column
What to Expect at the New $1.3 Billion Gaylord Pacific
Opening soon, the largest built hotel on the West Coast promises a huge financial impact for Chula Vista
Photos: Downtown San Diego Partnership’s 2025 Create the Future Awards
Civic leaders, artists, and small business owners were recognized for making downtown more vibrant, connected, and compassionate
Local High School Students Build Tiny Houses for Homeless Veterans
The Warrior Village Project partners with San Diego County construction classes to transform lives
Guide to Buying Modern & Vintage Furniture in San Diego
Where to get beds, sofas, tables, chairs, and more to fit any style
Preserving Balboa Park’s 157-Year-Old Legacy
Forever Balboa Park leads the next chapter for the institution, bringing more residents into the fold through education, programming, & hands-on opportunities
